BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Grandvision.org - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://grandvision.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Grandvision.org REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132102 CREATED:20231207T230727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T190500Z UID:10000533-1706904000-1706904000@grandvision.org SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Renee Safier & Bob Malone DESCRIPTION:This show is Sold Out! If you would like to be put on the waitlist\, please call the Annex at 310-833-4813\, placement on the waitlist does not guarantee a ticket. \nGrand Annex favorites Bob Malone and Renee Safier join forces for a night of classic jazz and blues standards. Renee is an award-winning versatile rock\, blues\, and jazz vocalist. Known best for her work with Andy Hill and their band Hard Rain\, Safier has played her guitar and sung her heart out to devoted folk-rock fans for decades. \nBob Malone is known for his high-energy piano-playing hybrid of rock\, pop\, and blues. He’s has toured with John Fogerty since 2011\, done session work with Ringo Starr and Avril Lavigne and has amassed his own a loyal fan-base through 25 years of touring and nine critically acclaimed albums. The New Yorker called Bob\, a “keyboard wizard” and in 2018\, his recording of “You’re A Mean One\, Mr. Grinch” was featured in the trailer for the Illumination/Universal film\, The Grinch. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/renee-safier-bob-malone/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Renee-Safier-Bob-Malone.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132102 CREATED:20231120T195157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T172906Z UID:10000557-1707159600-1707163200@grandvision.org SUMMARY:TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Winter Session DESCRIPTION:We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! \nTaiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that\, over the last several decades\, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013\, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay. \nTaiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility\, body awareness\, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team. \nTeam Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities\, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up\, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class. \nClasses are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate. \n  \nWinter Session Mondays at 7 PM January – February\nTeam Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions\, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class. \n\nMonday\, January 8 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 15 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 22 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 29 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 5 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 12 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 19 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 26 – 7 PM\n\n  \nAbout Class Fees & Sliding Scale: \nTeam Taiko is designed to be $15 per person\, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose. \nTo Attend in Person: \n\nPlease bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice\nDrumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.\n\nTo Attend Virtually: \n\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.\nLearn how to make your own practice drum here. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/team-taiko-drum-classes-winter-session/2024-02-05/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132102 CREATED:20230316T171910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T203812Z UID:10000385-1707418800-1707426000@grandvision.org SUMMARY:OPEN MIC NIGHTMonthly\, Every 2nd Thursday DESCRIPTION:Musicians & Poets!\n\nCome on down to the Grand Annex on the second Thursday of each month for Open Mic Night!\n\nTo perform:\n\nSign up at 6:30 PM. The first 12 sign-ups are guaranteed to perform\, with additional artists as time allows.\nPlan to do 2 songs/poems (limit stage time to under 8 minutes).\nThis is an all ages show\, all ages and genres are welcome to perform.\nTo keep the space welcoming for all ages; please keep your act clean and appropriate for all ages. Avoid rants\, blue comedy and punching down. Inappropriate acts will be removed from the stage and banned from future performances.\nMicrophones\, D.I.\, music stand and keyboard available. You can use the aux cord to connect your smartphone if you will be performing with a backing track. The Aux cord is compatible with Apple devices that use a lighting connector.\n\n\n\n\nHosted by: Ken Creighton\, Andrew Aragon and Taran Schindler. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/open-mic-night-11/2024-02-08/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Open Mic ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023-Spring-PM-and-Website-Images.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132102 CREATED:20231207T230853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T220106Z UID:10000534-1707595200-1707595200@grandvision.org SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Rose's Pawn Shop Opener: Winter Grain DESCRIPTION:This show is Sold Out! If you would like to be put on the waitlist\, please call the Annex at 310-833-4813\, placement on the waitlist does not guarantee a ticket. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grammy-nominated modern alt-rockers return to the Annex to offer up some of the best heartfelt and authentic lyric-driven roots rock since The Band emerged from Bob Dylan’s basement. A little like Mumford & Sons or Old Crow Medicine Show\, the band’s sound is anchored by the sharp songwriting of frontman Paul Givant and shot through with electric guitar\, fiddle\, raw percussive stomp\, and stacked vocal harmonies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Glide Magazine praised Rose’s Pawn Shop’s recent release “Punch-Drunk Life” saying the band\, “has harnessed the crucial elements of their sound – deft picking\, smooth harmonies\, and terrific songwriting… one of the more joyous recordings in recent memory.” To support the new release\, Rose’s Pawn Shop returned to the Grand Annex earlier this year to film a handful of official videos. A good time was had by all! \nOpener: Winter Grain \nMarried duo who harmonize with clarity\, design guitar riffs with intention\, and do their best to honor the tradition set by the likes of the Indigo Girls and John Mayer. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/roses-pawn-shop-2/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Resized-for-web-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132102 CREATED:20231120T195157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T172906Z UID:10000558-1707764400-1707768000@grandvision.org SUMMARY:TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Winter Session DESCRIPTION:We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! \nTaiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that\, over the last several decades\, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013\, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay. \nTaiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility\, body awareness\, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team. \nTeam Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities\, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up\, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class. \nClasses are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate. \n  \nWinter Session Mondays at 7 PM January – February\nTeam Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions\, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class. \n\nMonday\, January 8 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 15 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 22 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 29 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 5 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 12 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 19 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 26 – 7 PM\n\n  \nAbout Class Fees & Sliding Scale: \nTeam Taiko is designed to be $15 per person\, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose. \nTo Attend in Person: \n\nPlease bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice\nDrumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.\n\nTo Attend Virtually: \n\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.\nLearn how to make your own practice drum here. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/team-taiko-drum-classes-winter-session/2024-02-12/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240219T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240219T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132102 CREATED:20231120T195157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T172906Z UID:10000559-1708369200-1708372800@grandvision.org SUMMARY:TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Winter Session DESCRIPTION:We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! \nTaiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that\, over the last several decades\, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013\, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay. \nTaiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility\, body awareness\, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team. \nTeam Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities\, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up\, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class. \nClasses are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate. \n  \nWinter Session Mondays at 7 PM January – February\nTeam Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions\, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class. \n\nMonday\, January 8 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 15 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 22 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 29 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 5 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 12 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 19 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 26 – 7 PM\n\n  \nAbout Class Fees & Sliding Scale: \nTeam Taiko is designed to be $15 per person\, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose. \nTo Attend in Person: \n\nPlease bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice\nDrumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.\n\nTo Attend Virtually: \n\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.\nLearn how to make your own practice drum here. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/team-taiko-drum-classes-winter-session/2024-02-19/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240226T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240226T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132102 CREATED:20231120T195157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T172906Z UID:10000560-1708974000-1708977600@grandvision.org SUMMARY:TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Winter Session DESCRIPTION:We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! \nTaiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that\, over the last several decades\, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013\, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay. \nTaiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility\, body awareness\, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team. \nTeam Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities\, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up\, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class. \nClasses are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate. \n  \nWinter Session Mondays at 7 PM January – February\nTeam Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions\, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class. \n\nMonday\, January 8 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 15 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 22 – 7 PM\nMonday\, January 29 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 5 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 12 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 19 – 7 PM\nMonday\, February 26 – 7 PM\n\n  \nAbout Class Fees & Sliding Scale: \nTeam Taiko is designed to be $15 per person\, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose. \nTo Attend in Person: \n\nPlease bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice\nDrumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.\n\nTo Attend Virtually: \n\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.\nLearn how to make your own practice drum here. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/team-taiko-drum-classes-winter-session/2024-02-26/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240306 DTSTAMP:20260403T132102 CREATED:20240220T195522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T195522Z UID:10000613-1709337600-1709683199@grandvision.org SUMMARY:LA County Registrar Voting Center DESCRIPTION:LA County Registrar will be hosting a voting center at the Grand Annex Music Hall on the following dates and times: \n\nSaturday\, 3/2/24 10 AM-7 PM\nSunday\, 3/3/24 10 AM-7 PM\nMonday\, 3/4/24 10 AM-7 PM\nTuesday\, 3/5/24 7 AM-8 PM URL:https://grandvision.org/event/la-county-registrar-voting-center/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Spring-Website-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="LA County Registrar":MAILTO:voterinfo@rrcc.lacounty.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240314T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240314T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132102 CREATED:20230316T171910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T203812Z UID:10000386-1710442800-1710450000@grandvision.org SUMMARY:OPEN MIC NIGHTMonthly\, Every 2nd Thursday DESCRIPTION:Musicians & Poets!\n\nCome on down to the Grand Annex on the second Thursday of each month for Open Mic Night!\n\nTo perform:\n\nSign up at 6:30 PM. The first 12 sign-ups are guaranteed to perform\, with additional artists as time allows.\nPlan to do 2 songs/poems (limit stage time to under 8 minutes).\nThis is an all ages show\, all ages and genres are welcome to perform.\nTo keep the space welcoming for all ages; please keep your act clean and appropriate for all ages. Avoid rants\, blue comedy and punching down. Inappropriate acts will be removed from the stage and banned from future performances.\nMicrophones\, D.I.\, music stand and keyboard available. You can use the aux cord to connect your smartphone if you will be performing with a backing track. The Aux cord is compatible with Apple devices that use a lighting connector.\n\n\n\n\nHosted by: Ken Creighton\, Andrew Aragon and Taran Schindler. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/open-mic-night-11/2024-03-14/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Open Mic ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023-Spring-PM-and-Website-Images.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132102 CREATED:20231207T231339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T235328Z UID:10000595-1710532800-1710532800@grandvision.org SUMMARY:Caro Pierotto Pre-concert Wine Tasting🍷 DESCRIPTION:This show is SOLD OUT.  \nFrom the moment Grammy-nominated Caro Pierotto strikes her first note\, her captivating warm voice energizes the room. Accompanied by her all-star band\, you’ll hear covers and originals in Portuguese\, Spanish\, and English featuring elements of samba\, reggae and soulful pop. \n“The expressiveness and technical mastery in Caro Pierotto’s voice underscores Brazil’s tradition of great female singers – from Sylvia Telles to Gal Costa.”- Ernesto Lechner/Latin Alternative for NPR \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pierotto’s music has found audiences all over the globe. Her 2023 album\, ‘Sambalismo’\, has been cited as one of the Brazilian Music Albums of the year. \n🍷Pre-Concert Wine Tastings: \nTaste fine wines. Wine Tastings are led by professional sommelier\, Jean-Philippe Molinari. \nFree to Grand Vision members at the Friend\, Champion\, VIP Circle\, Arts Advocate\, and Performing Arts Patron level – up to two per household\, $16 per person for all others. Concert tickets are required to participate. Members’ tasting tickets must be redeemed in advance. Tastings begin one hour before the show\, please arrive no later than 30 minutes into the tasting to participate. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/caro-pierotto-brazilian-sensation/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Caro-Pierotto-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T201500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T201500 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231207T232654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T234803Z UID:10000535-1710620100-1710620100@grandvision.org SUMMARY:☆John Kraus & The Goers St. Patrick's Day Show DESCRIPTION:This show is SOLD OUT. If you would like to be placed on a waitlist\, please email taran@grandvision.org by 3:00pm\, Saturday 3/16/24. Being on the waitlist does not guarantee tickets! \nCaptain John and the band deliver vintage sea shanties and nautical tunes with Celtic-punk and pirate-rock swagger. \nKraus leads this merry crew of powerhouse musicians after years spent as a sea captain and growing up in a musical household. His pioneering band perfectly combines his love for music\, the sea\, and the legacy of seafaring storytelling. And\, just so we’re all clear\, John Kraus really is a captain – on LA Maritime Institute’s stunning Tall Ships! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Goers are: Tim Weed on violin\, David Dutton on the drums and jazz legend Bob Aul on fiddle and tuba. Paul Givant of Rose’s Pawn Shop shows up frequently to play guitar and banjo. \n☆Roots & Rambles Workshop: Sea Shanty Stories & Sing-Along \nRoots & Rambles is a concert workshop series featuring musicians dedicated to the preservation\, artistry\, and evolution of folk and traditional music in the United States. One hour before the concert. Please RSVP if you plan on participating. Concert tickets are required to participate. \nRoots & Rambles is made possible by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/john-kraus-the-goersst-patricks-day-show/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Resized-for-web-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20240111T220035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T185110Z UID:10000603-1711137600-1711137600@grandvision.org SUMMARY:Reading of The People with the Trees in Their Chest DESCRIPTION:A Staged Reading of The People with The Trees in Their Chest by Shawn Christopher Lovell Nabors. Produced by Grand Vision Foundation. \nNabor’s new and original play follows an African American family from Brooklyn\, NY as they struggle to break the curse of poor health that has marked their family for generations. \nThe audience will be invited to give constructive feedback after the performance. \n \nThis activity is funded in part by the California Arts Council\, a state agency. \n \n  URL:https://grandvision.org/event/reading-of-the-people-with-the-trees-in-their-chest/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/24-Spring-Website-Image-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240323T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240323T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231207T230324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T194556Z UID:10000536-1711224000-1711224000@grandvision.org SUMMARY:Dreamland w/Kimberly Ford Joni Mitchell Tribute DESCRIPTION:This show is Sold Out! If you would like to be put on the waitlist\, please call the Annex at 310-833-4813\, placement on the waitlist does not guarantee a ticket. \nIf you already have tickets to the show and would like to add on the pre-concert wine tasting please click here. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jazz vocalist Kimberly Ford pays homage to one of the most iconic singer-songwriters of the Woodstock generation\, Joni Mitchell. Mitchell touched millions with her masterful hits across the folk\, jazz\, pop\, and rock genres. \nFord’s tribute does the music justice\, featuring an incredible seven-piece band that brings a new verve to Mitchell’s music. Hear Help Me\, Both Sides Now\, Circle Game\, River and Woodstock plus deep cuts from Mitchell’s diverse repertoire. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “No singer on the West Coast is paying more scrupulous attention to Mitchell’s wondrous songbook than Kimberly Ford\,” writes Bay Area journalist Andy Gilbert\, noting her “bright and flexible soprano that effortlessly rises into Mitchell’s upper range.” \nDreamland Band \nGeorge Friedenthal – Piano & Vocals\nTom Etchart – Bass\nLee Rollag – Guitar\, Violin\, & Vocals\nTom Buckner – Saxophone\nSven Holcomb – Percussion & Vocals\nDave Hunt – Drummer \n  \n🍷Pre-Concert Wine Tastings: \nTaste fine wines. Wine Tastings are led by professional sommelier\, Jean-Philippe Molinari. \nFree to Grand Vision members at the Friend\, Champion\, VIP Circle\, Arts Advocate\, and Performing Arts Patron level – up to two per household\, $16 per person for all others. Concert tickets are required to participate. Members’ tasting tickets must be redeemed in advance. Tastings begin one hour before the show\, please arrive no later than 30 minutes into the tasting to participate. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/dreamland-featuring-kimberly-fordjoni-mitchell-tribute/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Dreamland-Kimberly-Ford-SOLD-OUT.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240325T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240325T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231120T201344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T005528Z UID:10000570-1711393200-1711396800@grandvision.org SUMMARY:TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Spring Session DESCRIPTION:We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! \nTaiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that\, over the last several decades\, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013\, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay. \nTaiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility\, body awareness\, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team. \nTeam Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities\, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up\, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class. \nClasses are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate. \n  \nSpring Session Mondays at 7 PM March – May\nTeam Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions\, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class. \n\nMonday\, March 25 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 1 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 8 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 15 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 22 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 29 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 6 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 13 – 7 PM\n\n  \nAbout Class Fees & Sliding Scale: \nTeam Taiko is designed to be $15 per person\, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose. \nTo Attend in Person: \n\nPlease bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice\nDrumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.\n\nTo Attend Virtually: \n\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.\nLearn how to make your own practice drum here. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/team-taiko-drum-classes-spring-session/2024-03-25/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240401T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240401T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231120T201344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T005528Z UID:10000571-1711998000-1712001600@grandvision.org SUMMARY:TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Spring Session DESCRIPTION:We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! \nTaiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that\, over the last several decades\, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013\, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay. \nTaiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility\, body awareness\, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team. \nTeam Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities\, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up\, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class. \nClasses are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate. \n  \nSpring Session Mondays at 7 PM March – May\nTeam Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions\, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class. \n\nMonday\, March 25 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 1 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 8 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 15 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 22 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 29 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 6 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 13 – 7 PM\n\n  \nAbout Class Fees & Sliding Scale: \nTeam Taiko is designed to be $15 per person\, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose. \nTo Attend in Person: \n\nPlease bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice\nDrumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.\n\nTo Attend Virtually: \n\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.\nLearn how to make your own practice drum here. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/team-taiko-drum-classes-spring-session/2024-04-01/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240404T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240404T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20240319T233651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T203748Z UID:10000617-1712251800-1712259000@grandvision.org SUMMARY:Bridge Cities AllianceSpring Fling Piano Bar DESCRIPTION:A night of fun and music at our family-friendly event to celebrate the vibrant LGBT+ community in San Pedro! \nGroove to your favorite tunes with the fantastic pianist Jonny Perl leading the way. Everyone is welcome\, so come out and enjoy an evening of music\, community\, and fun! Suggested donation of $10 to Bridge Cities Alliance. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/bridge-cities-alliance-spring-fling-piano-bar/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Spring-Fling-Web-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bridge Cities Alliance":MAILTO:bcainfo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231207T231047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T234156Z UID:10000599-1712347200-1712347200@grandvision.org SUMMARY:Jack of Hearts w/ Scarlet Rivera The Music of Bob Dylan DESCRIPTION:This Show is SOLD OUT 4/5/24!\nThis show is also available on Saturday\, April 6 at 8 PM\, click here for tickets. \nFor over five decades\, Bob Dylan has remained one of the most important figures in American music. The Jack of Hearts Band seeks to authentically replicate the sound of Dylan – from the early ‘60s folk scene to the Blonde on Blonde album\, the Woodstock retreat to masterpieces such as Blood on the Tracks and beyond. \nReturning to the Annex with violinist\, Scarlet Rivera\, best known for working with Bob Dylan on his 1976 album Desire and as part of the Rolling Thunder Revue. \n  URL:https://grandvision.org/event/jack-of-hearts-with-scarlet-rivera-a-bob-dylan-tribute/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Jack-of-Hearts-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231214T080055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T192449Z UID:10000602-1712433600-1712433600@grandvision.org SUMMARY:Jack of Hearts w/ Scarlet Rivera The Music of Bob Dylan DESCRIPTION:For over five decades\, Bob Dylan has remained one of the most important figures in American music. The Jack of Hearts Band seeks to authentically replicate the sound of Dylan– from the early ‘60s folk scene to the Blonde on Blonde album\, the Woodstock retreat\, and through the ’70s to masterpieces such as Blood on the Tracks and beyond. \nReturning to the Annex with violinist\, Scarlet Rivera\, best known for working with Bob Dylan on his 1976 album Desire and as part of the Rolling Thunder Revue. \nThis show is also available on Friday\, April 5 at 8 PM\, click here for tickets. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/jack-of-hearts-w-scarlet-riverathe-music-of-bob-dylan/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Jack-of-Hearts-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240408T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240408T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231120T201344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T005528Z UID:10000572-1712602800-1712606400@grandvision.org SUMMARY:TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Spring Session DESCRIPTION:We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! \nTaiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that\, over the last several decades\, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013\, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay. \nTaiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility\, body awareness\, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team. \nTeam Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities\, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up\, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class. \nClasses are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate. \n  \nSpring Session Mondays at 7 PM March – May\nTeam Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions\, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class. \n\nMonday\, March 25 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 1 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 8 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 15 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 22 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 29 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 6 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 13 – 7 PM\n\n  \nAbout Class Fees & Sliding Scale: \nTeam Taiko is designed to be $15 per person\, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose. \nTo Attend in Person: \n\nPlease bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice\nDrumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.\n\nTo Attend Virtually: \n\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.\nLearn how to make your own practice drum here. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/team-taiko-drum-classes-spring-session/2024-04-08/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240411T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240411T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20230316T171910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T203812Z UID:10000387-1712862000-1712869200@grandvision.org SUMMARY:OPEN MIC NIGHTMonthly\, Every 2nd Thursday DESCRIPTION:Musicians & Poets!\n\nCome on down to the Grand Annex on the second Thursday of each month for Open Mic Night!\n\nTo perform:\n\nSign up at 6:30 PM. The first 12 sign-ups are guaranteed to perform\, with additional artists as time allows.\nPlan to do 2 songs/poems (limit stage time to under 8 minutes).\nThis is an all ages show\, all ages and genres are welcome to perform.\nTo keep the space welcoming for all ages; please keep your act clean and appropriate for all ages. Avoid rants\, blue comedy and punching down. Inappropriate acts will be removed from the stage and banned from future performances.\nMicrophones\, D.I.\, music stand and keyboard available. You can use the aux cord to connect your smartphone if you will be performing with a backing track. The Aux cord is compatible with Apple devices that use a lighting connector.\n\n\n\n\nHosted by: Ken Creighton\, Andrew Aragon and Taran Schindler. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/open-mic-night-11/2024-04-11/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Open Mic ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023-Spring-PM-and-Website-Images.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240412T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240412T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20240113T003944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T203835Z UID:10000605-1712952000-1712952000@grandvision.org SUMMARY:Laurence Juber DESCRIPTION:“A stunning sense of space and fluidity…a truly wondrous sound” – Guitar World“Uniformly exquisite and dazzlingly executed” – L.A.Times \nLaurence Juber is a solo performer\, recording artist\, composer\, and arranger. His finger-picking playing fuses folk\, jazz\, blues\, pop\, and classical styles\, creating a multi-faceted performance that belies the use of only one instrument. First internationally recognized as lead guitarist in Paul McCartney’s Wings\, with whom he won a Grammy\, Juber has since established himself as a world-renowned guitar virtuoso and entertainer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Juber\, known to his fans as LJ\, has recorded more than two dozen albums that spotlight his unique touch and tone on acoustic guitar. His LJ Plays The Beatles was voted one of Acoustic Guitar Magazine’s all-time Top Ten albums. His solo arrangement of The Pink Panther Theme earned him a second Grammy\, while his arrangement of Stand By Me was heard nationally in a Diamonds Are Forever commercial. \nAs a studio musician\, Juber can be heard on recordings from artists as diverse as Harry Styles\, Dan Hicks & The Hot Licks\, and the French chanteuse Sylvie Vartin. His playing is featured on hundreds of TV\, film and video productions including Home Improvement\, Dirty Dancing\, Good Will Hunting and the Ken Burns’ documentary\, The Tenth Inning. Juber also co-composed soundtracks for the award-winning video game Diablo III and scored the NBC Dateline documentary Children Of The Harvest. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/laurence-juber-2/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Laurence-Juber.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240413T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240413T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20240113T012854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T003435Z UID:10000606-1713024000-1713024000@grandvision.org SUMMARY:Nomad Eel Records Music Fest DESCRIPTION:San Pedro’s own Nomad Eel Records showcases a line-up of LA-based bands. \nNomad Eel Records was born from the love of music and art. We are not bound to any one genre and have a more eclectic range of tastes. As much as life is a journey\, so is music and art. Come celebrate music and life with us! As our motto states…where the music takes you! \nFree LP with Every Purchase!\nEvery ticket to Nomad Eel Records Fest will come with a brand new copy of either Livingmore’s Ok to Land or Young Creatures’s The Future is Finally Now. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zig ZagsEight years\, seven singles\, three albums\, three bass players\, two drummers and God knows how many shows later – Zig Zags has continually evolved\, mutated\, transitioned\, and transformed\, rising again and again\, like a phoenix emerging from the flame. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dream Phases\nEmerging from LA’s neo-psychedelic rock scene in 2017\, reflecting California’s natural splendor and adventuresome spirit. The earthy sounds of the Byrds\, the Beach Boys\, and Crosby\, Stills\, Nash & Young – and latter-day artists Rain Parade\, Elliott Smith\, and Autolux – come through in their music.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Blank Tapes\nAlternating between dreamy and driving\, dappled with delirious solos and seductive harmonies. The Blank Tapes radiates Ultraviolet Californian chords.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Livingmore\nA band from LA created by songwriters Alex Moore and Spencer Livingston. Their captivating sound and energetic performances have garnered a loyal following. With their distinctive blend of indie pop\, rock influences\, and a hint of nostalgia\, Livingmore is an act to watch as they carve their own path.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mike Watt & The MissingmenMike Watt was one of the original Minutemen along with D. Boon. He’s been touring for forty-plus years but loves living in Pedro\, he moved here from Virginia when he was nine. He’s worked bass for the stooges among others. His Missingmen were put together to help him release his third opera “hyphenated-man” and are now working on a new album. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gregg Garvey\nA singer/songwriter who grew up in Minnesota; exploring\, crafting\, and honing his musical direction and voice. Now in LA\, Gregg has taken a deep dive into his particular brand of dreamy\, meditative pop and vintage rock soul. His work brings together influences such as Scott Walker\, David Sylvian\, Gene Clark\, and Nick Drake.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Young Creatures\nAn LA-based indie band. Playing shows all across America from 2013-2020\, they are back for the Nomad Eel Records Fest in 2024. Their most recent full-length album DOOM was released through Nomad Eel Records.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n RJ Bloke\nRJ Bloke is the singer/songwriter and rhythm guitarist for Patrolled By Radar\, a roots rock n’ roll\, alt-country quartet based in LA. Featuring tight\, melodic\, poetry-laden\, hook-heavy originals and inventive covers. Drawing comparisons to such luminaries as The Band era Bob Dylan\, Rolling Stones & The Kinks c. 1969-72\, Gram Parsons and early Wilco.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n supergloomA five-piece band\, based in LA. Offering a unique fusion of intricate songwriting and pop charm. With a wealth of musical experience\, they’ve crafted tracks combining memorable hooks and musical sophistication\, drawing inspiration from Deerhunter\, My Bloody Valentine\, Smashing Pumpkins\, and Queens of the Stone Age. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Festival Lineup \n\nZig Zags 10:45 – 11:30 PM\nDream Phases 9:45 – 10:40 PM\nThe Blank Tapes 8:50 – 9:25 PM\nMike Watt & The Missingmen 8:00 – 8:30 PM\nLivingmore 7:00 – 7:40 PM\nGregg Garvey (solo acoustic set) 6:43 – 6:55 PM\nsupergloom 6:00 – 6:40 PM\nGregg Garvey (solo acoustic set) 5:43 – 5:55 PM\nYoung Creatures 5:00 – 5:40 PM\nGregg Garvey (solo acoustic set) 4:43 – 4:55 PM\nRJ Bloke 4:00 – 4:40 PM URL:https://grandvision.org/event/nomad-eel-fest/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Nomad-Fest.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231120T201344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T005528Z UID:10000573-1713207600-1713211200@grandvision.org SUMMARY:TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Spring Session DESCRIPTION:We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! \nTaiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that\, over the last several decades\, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013\, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay. \nTaiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility\, body awareness\, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team. \nTeam Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities\, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up\, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class. \nClasses are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate. \n  \nSpring Session Mondays at 7 PM March – May\nTeam Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions\, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class. \n\nMonday\, March 25 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 1 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 8 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 15 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 22 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 29 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 6 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 13 – 7 PM\n\n  \nAbout Class Fees & Sliding Scale: \nTeam Taiko is designed to be $15 per person\, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose. \nTo Attend in Person: \n\nPlease bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice\nDrumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.\n\nTo Attend Virtually: \n\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.\nLearn how to make your own practice drum here. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/team-taiko-drum-classes-spring-session/2024-04-15/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240418T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240418T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20240111T174626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T193855Z UID:10000604-1713461400-1713461400@grandvision.org SUMMARY:The Grand Annex Music Hall15th Anniversary Mixer DESCRIPTION:It’s the 15th Anniversary of the Grand Annex Music Hall! \nCome on down to the Annex for a Ribbon Cutting Celebration and Mixer with San Pedro’s Chamber of Commerce. Meet and mingle with San Pedro’s business and arts communities and enjoy appetizers and drinks as we raise a toast to 15 incredible years of excellent concerts\, amazing audiences\, and the joy of listening to live music together! \nWe will be unveiling our new stage sign and lighting package paid for by Perenchio Foundation and a Live Music Society Toolbox Grant. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/15th-anniversary-ribbon-cutting-mixer/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/ANNEX-Ribbon-cutting-web-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231207T231146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240420T203455Z UID:10000596-1713643200-1713643200@grandvision.org SUMMARY:Twanguero & Los Silverbacks Pre-concert Wine Tasting🍷 DESCRIPTION:This show is SOLD OUT! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Now offering charcuterie cups and boxes! Meet Me on Board Charcuterie Creations has created some lovely food pairings to go with the Spanish wines that will be served during the pre-concert wine tasting. Cups are $14 and boxes are $16 plus fees. Must purchase ahead of time by Tuesday\, April 16th. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grammy-winning Spanish guitarist Diego Garcia returns to the Annex for a night of unbridled rhythm with members of his new collective: Adrian Buono & Jose Agote of the band Los Pinguos of Argentina and Jason Tamba & Mermans Mosengo of Afro Fiesta from the Democratic Republic of Congo. \nInspired by world travels and artistic encounters\, this one-of-a-kind show is a spectacular mix of South American cumbia\, Congolese Rumba\, Flamenco\, and Garcia’s own Latin Rockabilly twang. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 🍷Pre-Concert Wine Tastings: \nTaste fine wines. Wine Tastings are led by professional sommelier\, Jean-Philippe Molinari. \nFree to Grand Vision members at the Friend\, Champion\, VIP Circle\, Arts Advocate\, and Performing Arts Patron level – up to two per household\, $16 per person for all others. Concert tickets are required to participate. Members’ tasting tickets must be redeemed in advance. Tastings begin one hour before the show\, please arrive no later than 30 minutes into the tasting to participate. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/twanguero-los-silverbacks/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Los-Silverbacks.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T161500 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231207T231253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T182749Z UID:10000597-1713716100-1713716100@grandvision.org SUMMARY:☆Street Corner RenaissanceAn Afternoon Concert DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 3:00 PM for a special Pre-Concert Conversation with the STREET CORNER RENAISSANCE QUINTET led by Sukari Reid-Glenn\, Grand Visions Music Ed. Manager. \nWith infectious energy\, humor and delightful harmony\, Street Corner Renaissance sings a cappella versions of doo-wop and R&B music from days gone by. The quintet is led by NAACP award-winner Maurice Kitchen and joined recently by Bob Henley\, touring artist with the legendary Smokey Robinson. \nThe quintet had the honor of performing with some of the biggest names in music\, including Chuck Berry\, Kool & the Gang and their childhood idols the Temptations. They even participated in NBC’s The Sing Off in 2014 and were featured on the PBS special\, DooWop Generations. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members:\nTorrence Brannon Reese\nCharles “Sonny” Banks\nAnthony “Tony” Snead\nBob Henley III\nMaurice Kitchen \n☆Roots & Rambles Workshop: Historic Harmonies & the Future of Doo-Wop \nRoots & Rambles is a concert workshop series featuring musicians dedicated to the preservation\, artistry\, and evolution of folk and traditional music in the United States. One hour before the concert. Please RSVP if you plan on participating. Concert tickets are required to participate. \nRoots & Rambles is made possible by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/street-corner-renaissance-2/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/2022-Fall-Website-Images-15.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240422T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240422T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231120T201344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T005528Z UID:10000574-1713812400-1713816000@grandvision.org SUMMARY:TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Spring Session DESCRIPTION:We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! \nTaiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that\, over the last several decades\, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013\, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay. \nTaiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility\, body awareness\, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team. \nTeam Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities\, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up\, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class. \nClasses are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate. \n  \nSpring Session Mondays at 7 PM March – May\nTeam Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions\, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class. \n\nMonday\, March 25 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 1 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 8 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 15 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 22 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 29 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 6 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 13 – 7 PM\n\n  \nAbout Class Fees & Sliding Scale: \nTeam Taiko is designed to be $15 per person\, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose. \nTo Attend in Person: \n\nPlease bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice\nDrumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.\n\nTo Attend Virtually: \n\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.\nLearn how to make your own practice drum here. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/team-taiko-drum-classes-spring-session/2024-04-22/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T201500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T201500 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20240113T004407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240427T171228Z UID:10000607-1714248900-1714248900@grandvision.org SUMMARY:☆The Music of Billie Holiday Mara Kaye w/Jazz Orchestra DESCRIPTION:Mara Kaye returns with bassist Marlon Martinez & The Marlonius Jazz Orchestra\nOur very own Mara Kaye returns to The Grand Annex to pay tribute to her Jazz hero\, the one and only Lady Day presenting a collection of Billie Holiday’s iconic contributions to music with The Marlonius Jazz Orchestra\, an 11-piece Big Band led and arranged by LA’s own virtuosic bassist and composer\, Marlon Martinez. \nDoors open early at 6:45 PM for Mara Kaye’s pre-concert presentation\, “A Storyteller’s Guide to Singing the Blues.” (7:00 PM-7:45 PM). Concert starts at 8:00 PM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mara Kaye \nVivacious Brooklynite turned Angelino\, Mara Kaye has a voice that all at once transcends the earthly realm and tenderly knocks you to the floor. She’s like some last pocket of the blues that never got explored\, all wrapped up in a ball of 21st-century charisma. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “She’s got “a voice that sounds like Louis Armstrong’s trumpet at a rent party\,” says blues guitar legend Jimmy Vivino\, and The Wall Street Journal thinks she’s a sign that “things are getting better.” \nMara’s debut single\, “It Had to Be You”\, featuring roots and blues piano legend Carl Sonny Leyland\, has garnered acclaim and steady rotation on LA’s premier jazz station\, KJAZZ 88.1 FM. Her original tune\, “Dystopian Blues”\, was showcased on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show.’ A recent collaboration with Brooklyn hip-hop legend AZ on his track “Never Enough” with rapper Rick Ross\, highlights how Mara continues to build bridges and to defy genre expectations. \nThe Marlonius Jazz Orchestra \nHailing from Los Angeles\, Marlon Martinez brings his Marlonius Jazz Orchestra to accompany Miss Mara Kaye! Marlon is a virtuoso bassist and composer. He is a protégé of Stanley Clarke\, a graduate of the Colburn Conservatory of Music\, a student of jazz bassist Ron Carter and has toured with a range of artists\, – notably Stewart Copeland\, Mike Garson\, Quatuor Ebène and Wild Up. \nRecently in 2022\, Marlon created Ever Up and Onward: A Tribute to Billy Strayhorn\, an eight-episode educational video series produced by the Colburn School and his 2017 debut album Yours Truly is available worldwide with reviews by All About Jazz and L.A. Jazz Scene. \n☆Roots & Rambles Workshop: A Storyteller’s Guide to Singing the Blues \nRoots & Rambles is a concert workshop series featuring musicians dedicated to the preservation\, artistry\, and evolution of folk and traditional music in the United States. One hour before the concert. Please RSVP if you plan on participating. Concert tickets are required to participate. \nRoots & Rambles is made possible by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/mara-kaye-3/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Grand Vision Season,The Grand Annex ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/24-Spring-Website-Image-2-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240429T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240429T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20231120T201344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T005528Z UID:10000575-1714417200-1714420800@grandvision.org SUMMARY:TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Spring Session DESCRIPTION:We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! \nTaiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that\, over the last several decades\, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013\, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay. \nTaiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility\, body awareness\, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team. \nTeam Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities\, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up\, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class. \nClasses are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate. \n  \nSpring Session Mondays at 7 PM March – May\nTeam Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions\, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class. \n\nMonday\, March 25 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 1 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 8 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 15 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 22 – 7 PM\nMonday\, April 29 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 6 – 7 PM\nMonday\, May 13 – 7 PM\n\n  \nAbout Class Fees & Sliding Scale: \nTeam Taiko is designed to be $15 per person\, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose. \nTo Attend in Person: \n\nPlease bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice\nDrumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.\n\nTo Attend Virtually: \n\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.\nLearn how to make your own practice drum here. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/team-taiko-drum-classes-spring-session/2024-04-29/ LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240502T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T132103 CREATED:20240314T184508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T212425Z UID:10000616-1714672800-1714676400@grandvision.org SUMMARY:Meet the Music Student Community Performance DESCRIPTION:Join us as we play and dance our hearts out! \nWe are pleased to announce that Grand Vision Foundation’s Meet the Music students from local partner schools will be featured in a free live community performance in San Pedro during May’s First Thursday ArtWalk. Led by a Grand Vision teaching artist over 24 weekly classes\, students have learned to play an instrument\, read music\, and perform. The program also integrated music into history\, culture\, and math! \nThis performance is free and open to all\, no tickets or RSVP required. \nThis event is made possible in part by support from the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs\, LA County Department of Arts and Culture and the California Arts Council. URL:https://grandvision.org/event/recorders-in-schools-recital-3/ LOCATION:San Pedro First Thursday Artwalk World Stage (6th & Mesa)\, 6th and Mesa\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandvision.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023-Spring-PM-and-Website-Images-15.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR