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The Arts in Sonoma County

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Music happenings in Sonoma County – 2/1 – 2/5

You may be getting ready for the Big Game on Sunday, but we’ve got some big line-ups in Sonoma County this weekend, with a Rat Pack tribute, one of the best blues players in the region, and a couple of eclectic Americana acts. Saturday, Feb. 2 – Tommy Castro and the Pain Killers Even after more than two decades on {…}

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Music happenings around Sonoma County – 1/25 – 1/27

Things are beginning to pick up in Sonoma County this weekend, music-wise anyways, with something for just about everyone. One of the most famous classical musicians of out time comes to town along with some fine dance bands and some eclectic Americana as well.   Friday, Jan. 25 – Pride & Joy During its 25 years of playing the Bay {…}

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Music happenings in Sonoma County – 1/18 – 1/20

Motown legends come to town this weekend, and you can catch a young and upcoming star on Sunday afternoon, and we’re not just talking about the Youth Orchestra. The weather is cold, but the music will warm your soul, so get out and enjoy some. Friday, Jan. 18 – The Temptations and the Four Tops It’s Motown night at the {…}

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Music happenings in Sonoma County – 1/11 – 1/13

It’s a dance-rock weekend in Sonoma County this week, with a couple acts that will keep you dancing all night long to grooves from the ’50s to the current hits. There is also a debut performance of a classical pianist. Get on out there! Friday, Jan. 11 – Sugarfoot Sugarfoot is an energetic seven-piece band, featuring three-part harmonies and a {…}

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Music happenings in Sonoma County – 1/4 – 1/6

It’s a slow weekend in Sonoma County after ringing in the New Year, but some good blues to be had by some local veterans of the scene. Friday, Jan. 4 – Beso Negro Formed in 2007 in the hills of small town Petaluma, Beso Negro has a lineup of internationally experienced musicians who have brought drive and passion to gypsy {…}

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Music happenings in Sonoma County – 12/28 – 12/31

With the year winding down and the weekend rolling right into New Year’s Eve, there’s quite a bit going on around Sonoma County. Some blues, reggae, and a San Francisco original as well.  Be safe out there and we’ll see you in 2013! Friday, Dec. 28 – The Tubes Yes, it’s actually the real Tubes, well, as close as you {…}

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Music happenings in and around Sonoma County: 12/21 – 12/23

We’re getting close to the Christmas holiday and things are winding down, but a couple holiday-themed parties in Sebastopol should get you in the mood, and a blues band that is one of the best kept secrets in Sonoma. Friday, Dec. 21 – Solid Air Solid Air is probably the most unassuming act in Sonoma County. The duo has played {…}

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Music happenings in Sonoma County – 12/14 – 12/17

Talk about diversity, this weekend in Sonoma County we have everything from a rap superstar, a country music legend, a New Orleans jam band and a classic punk-ska act straight from the ’80s. It’s unlikely you’ll see some of these names in venues so small, in fact, Dragonsmoke rarely leave the bayou for any shows. Friday, Dec. 14 – Luvplanet {…}

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Music happenings in Sonoma County: 12/7 – 12/9

The holiday season is right around the corner, so the holiday concerts are beginning to take shape. This weekend we have a local bluegrass favorite, an amazing show in Sebastopol with half the musicians in the county all playing (we’re almost not kidding) and some classical music to round off your Sunday. Friday, Dec. 7 – Posada Navideña Compañía Mazatlán {…}

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Music happenings in Sonoma County: 11/30 – 12/2

It’s supposed to be raining all weekend in Sonoma County, but you won’t melt. Put on a jacket, grab your umbrella and head out to warm yourself up with some live music. Dance the night away in Santa Rosa, groove in Petaluma or rock a bit in Sebastopol. You can even get your symphony and opera fix in all at {…}