 |
2008
West Los Angele SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Every Wednesday Evening from July 09, 2008,
to September 03, 2008, 7 p.m.
WEST LOS ANGELES CIVIC CENTER |
THIS
CONCERT SERIES has been extended!!!
Click
here for the NEW FALL LINEUP!!! |
This
concert series was presented by WLA Neighborhood Council & Councilman
Bill Rosendahl
|
2008 Summer Concert Series Band Lineup |
| Wednesday, July
09, 2008 |
This
concert is over! |
|
|
|
The Fabulous Esquire Big Band
In 1958, four teenagers approached Paul Colaluca and asked for his help in forming a dance band in the likeness of Glenn Miller.
Thinking the idea was a crazy one, he sent the teens off
with the mission of recruiting five saxes, four trumpets,
four trombones, a bass, drums, guitar and a piano. He didn’t
plan on seeing them again. But they returned a month later,
ready to rehearse. The teens were persistent and persuasive.
The rest, they say, is history!
It was Stan Kenton who suggested to Paul Colaluca
that the training program become a non-profit foundation, giving many
generations of students access to and training in big band swing music.
The Esquire Music Foundation was formally established in 1967.
|
|
|
| Wednesday,
July 16, 2008 |
This
concert is over! |
|
|
|
Aejay’e
and The Full Spectrum Band
One of Los Angeles
premier sought after entertainment ensembles has provided first class
entertainment for over fifteen years. Collectively the members have
recorded and performed all over the world with artist such as: Celine Dion, Earth
Wind & Fire, Ray Charles, Bruce Hornsby, Diana Ross, Sophie B Hawkins, The Gap Band, Rod Steward, Kenny “Babyface” Edmunds, Stevie Wonder, Josh Groban, Juan Gabriel, Toni Braxton, Natalie Cole, Warren G, David Foster, The Fifth Dimension, The Pointer Sisters and Barry White to name a few. The Full Spectrum Band will take you on an unforgettable, high energy musical journey, mastering the sounds of Jazz, Swing, Blues, Disco, Classic Rock, R& B and current Top 40 and Hip Hop.
|
|
|
| Wednesday,
July 23, 2008 |
This
concert is over! |
|
|
|
Cody Bryant Riders Of The Purple Sage
Unforgettable melodies, tight harmonies, red-hot musicianship, and a fast paced show are trademarks of Cody Bryant and the Riders of the Purple Sage.
They’ve redefined classic western movie music for a
whole new generation of music fans.
Under the leadership of Foy Willing in the 40s and Cody Bryant today, they still go their own musical way with a sound that is uniquely their own. With deep roots in many American folk styles, they blend elements of the classic sound of Roy Rogers and the Sons of the Pioneers with Bluegrass, Cajun, and Bob Wills-style western swing into their own unique musical vision.
|
|
|
| Wednesday,
July 30, 2008 |
This
concert is over! |
|
|
|
The
Hodads - L.A.'s Premier Surf Band
The Hodads
are a multi-talented musicians that combine high-energy music, colorful
costumes, celebrity impersonations and fun-filled audience
participation.
The Hodads have been together since 1989. They have appeared with Kool & The
Gang, The Beach Boys, The Smothers Brothers, Tony Danza, The Surfaris, Jim Belushi, Steve Vai, Steven Bishop, Bob Saget, Louie Anderson, Jerry Lewis, Casey Kasem, Vince Gill, Trisha Yearwood, Lily Tomlin, and played in the movie, "The
Replacement."
|
|
|
| Wednesday,
August 06, 2008 |
This
concert is over! |
|
|
|
Bobby Rivas Salsa Band
Bobby Rivas started his singing career at the age of six in his native Country of El Salvador.
His vocal style and prowess quickly brought him to the forefront of
Latin music. His ability to play percussion made him a pop favorite. As
a band leader, he is highly sought after and well respected.
When you listen to Bobby Rivas' incomparable voice, you will know why Latin Music is a Hot, sizzling experience. Bobby and his energetic band perform the sounds and rhythm of Salsa, Mambo, Merengue, Cumbia, Cha cha and blends the romantic beauty of the ballad-bolero.
He also plays percussion, which includes Congas, Timbale, Bongo, and a variety of hand instruments.
He has performed in major music festivals in Holland, Finland, Curacao, Peru, Columbia, Bolivia, Central America, Mexico and the USA.
Bobby has shared the stage along side such greats as Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Ruben Blades, Julio Iglesias, Frank Sinatra, Engelbert Humperdink and more.
|
|
|
| Wednesday,
August 13, 2008 |
This
concert is over! |
|
|
|
Brooke
and The Boys - Top 40 Band
Brooke and The Boys features an amazing cast members, each performer coming to the party with their own impressive musical background. The Antix
repertoire covers a tremendously rich musical palate ranging from jazz
to disco, Current Top 40 to alternative rock, 80s hits and everything
in between (even a few originals!).
Lead by Brooke Wilkes, this band will have you dancing and singing in the aisles. Brooke is about entertaining. You will be energized by the end of the evening!
|
|
|
| Wednesday,
August 20, 2008 |
This
concert is over! |
|
|
|
Oxalis - 6 Piece Irish Band
Oxalis (the botanical name for the North American shamrock) finds its niche in the Celtic tradition of Ireland,
preserving the time-honored tradition of musicians bound
together by an affinity for playing the tunes they have come
to love best – jigs, hornpipes, and reels as well as the
occasional story told in song.
The original members of the band came together in 1996 as Luck Money, and evolved with the talents of other musicians into Oxalis.
Oxalis brings together five accomplished musicians that feature Tom
Donovan (Flute, Whistle, Bodhran, Vocals), Daria Donovan (Celtic
AutoHarp), Swan Montgomery (Acoustic Guitar, Vocals), Ellen Campbell
(Fiddle), Linda Kodaira (Fiddle), and Bill Marks (Bass Guitar).
Come on and enjoy the spirited Celtic enthusiasm of Oxalis - a taste of Gaelic that's sure to catch your fancy.
|
|
|
| Wednesday,
August 27, 2008 |
This
concert is over! |
|
|
|
SouthBound - Allman Brothers Tribute Band
SouthBound is more than a musical tribute to the Allman Brothers Band;
it's also one of the best darn bands you’ll ever hear in concert. Close your eyes, and you’ll think you’re
actually at the Fillmore East with the Allmans in 1971.
Even if you don’t have a clue about the Allman Brothers, SouthBound is
STILL one of the best darn bands you’ll ever hear!
SouthBound’s powerful blues-rock is uniquely
tinged with elements of country, jazz, and even classical,
redefining rock music and its boundaries. The extended on-stage
jamming is altering the standards of concert performance
in the same manner as the Allman Brothers Band at their peak: always exciting, never self-indulgent. The music has a distinctly Southern voice, which is only natural since all of SouthBound’s
players are either originally from the US South or have spent significant time there.
SouthBound recreates the lineup of the original Allman Brothers Band:
two drummers, two guitarists, bass, and keyboards. Each band member has
major performance skills; the talents blend in incredible ways.
SouthBound – the music and the spirit!
|
|
|
| Wednesday,
Sept. 03, 2008 |
This
concert is over! |
|
|
|
The
Eric Ekstrand Ensemble - 10 Piece Jump Blues and Swing Band
The Eric Ekstrand Ensemble
is a 10 piece outfit doing its own brand of contemporary swing, jump,
boogie-woogie. The band is comprised of six horns; two trumpets, a
trombone and three saxes; alto, tenor and baritone, guitar, string
bass, drums and piano.
Eric Ekstrand,
the leader, plays piano, sings and fronts the band and writes most of
the arrangements and songs. The original songs retain an authentic
swing, jump flavor and the band is committed to making music that is
always fun. The members of the Ensemble are some of L.A.'s
top swing, jazz, blues and R&B musicians with a long list
of impressive credits.
|
|
THIS
CONCERT SERIES has been extended!!!
Click
here for the NEW FALL LINEUP!!!
|
.jpg)
.jpg)
.jpg)
