If you love to take advantage of the live music offerings near you, this week offers several great reasons to leave the house.
From an acoustic concert to a jazz show, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.
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William McCarthy Pop-Up Show
From the event description:
Join us for an intimate evening of solo acoustic music with William McCarthy. William will be playing his solo songs, Augustine songs and maybe a song or two from his upcoming album. We will be having musician Mads Jacobsen open for William. We will also be offering a limited number of tickets to join William for a personal soundcheck prior to the show. You will hear a new song from his upcoming album and see the inner workings of a McCarthy soundcheck. The ticket will include a signed exclusive poster and a limited edition lapel pin.
When: Saturday, July 6, 7:30-11 p.m.
Where: AMP Studios, 6336 York Blvd.
Price: $20 - $45
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Mingle and Plei
From the event description:
Mingle & Plei is headed back to the Arts District in DTLA for Fourth of July Weekend. Join us as we celebrate our Pleiversary in this posh lounge setting with games, music, dancing, mingling and more. We're celebrating 14 years of Plei. DJs, dancing, drinks and over 100 board games to stimulate both your fun-loving and competitive sides.
When: Saturday, July 6, 8:30 p.m.- Sunday, July 7, 1:30 a.m.
Where: Awa Oasia, 608 Mateo St.
Price: $15
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Big World Fun: Afro-Latin Rhythms with El Santo Golpe
From the event description:
Experience the joy of music and dance inspired by the many regions of Latin America. From Riverside, California, El Santo Golpe is comprised of close friends and family with a vision to share the music of their past mixed with the music of today. El Santo Golpe’s original music is influenced by West-African percussion and dance; Colombian, Son Jarocho and Garifuna music; and the beautiful folklore from many regions around the world. The Big World Fun family series takes place on Saturday mornings at 10:00 a.m. These hour-long music, dance and theatre performances are for children of all ages and their families.
When: Saturday, July 6, 10 a.m.
Where: Ford Theatres, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East
Price: Free
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"Swingin' With the Mouse"
From the event description:
"Swingin' With The Mouse" is back and better than ever! Come listen to your favorite Disney songs, sung in brand-new jazz arrangements by Pablo Rossil. With songs ranging from Disney's Golden Age classics to your favorite modern Mouseterpieces, you'll be sure to hear all your favorites. This is a night your family will never forget!
When: Saturday, July 6, 8 p.m.
Where: Rockwell: Table & Stage, 1714 N. Vermont Ave.
Price: $10 - $12.50
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Michael Henderson Birthday Celebration Weekend
From the event description:
Each sold-out Michael Henderson performance at historic jazz establishment Catalina Jazz is as storied as the legend w/ hot band executing hit after hit, bringing into focus the experience(s) of a lifetime and more than 50 years on the greatest stages of the world! Michael Henderson's bass playing can be heard on the title track of Marvin Gaye's newly released 1972 Album, "You're The Man!" In celebration of what would have been Marvin Gaye's 80th birthday April 2, Motown/UMe has released his never-issued 1972 Tamla/Motown album, You're The Man, in 2LP gatefold vinyl and digital editions on March 29.
When: Sunday, July 7, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Catalina Jazz, 6725 Sunset Blvd.
Price: $40
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