Music

Friday, April 18, 2025

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Larry Garf Performs   click for more information »

A lover of jazz from all periods, pianist Larry Garf is particularly captivated by the origins of the genre. His eclectic repertoire includes Ragtime, Early Jazz and Blues, Standards (such as George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, and others), as well as beloved Beatles songs and other musical gems. Cla...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Friday, April 18, 2025

Time: 11:00 a.m.

Stanley Oropesa Performs   click for more information »

Accordion enthusiast, artist, and performer Stanley Oropesa, a local Pasadena gentleman, is the resident accordionist at Jones Coffee Roasters. He performs a wide range of genres and styles, including classical accordion (Bach, Chopin, Handel, and others), original compositions, Irish music, ragtime...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Jenny The Jazz Birds   click for more information »

The homegrown South Pasadena musicians' group is known for their classic jazz sound and musical flare. With over 5 years of experience performing at Jones Coffee Roasters on Raymond Avenue in Pasadena, this jazz group is beloved by the community and visiting guests. Guest musicians from both South ...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Celebration of Arabic Music   click for more information »

Learn about Arabic string and percussion instruments, while enjoying traditional Arabic classical music performed by a trio: Timothy Maloof on oud, David Martinelli on percussion, and Lina Kaisey on vocals. Best for ages 7 and up. • Saturday, April 19 • Allendale Branch Library • 2 p.m. ??...

Event Location: Allendale Branch Library

Cost: Free

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Time: 4:00 p.m.

ThirdFirst Observance Through Music   click for more information »

First United Methodist Church Third@First concert series continues with "Observance Through Music". Intimate and meditative, three unaccompanied Bach Cello Suites will be played by three LA leading cellists to observe the holy weekend. ...

Event Location: First United Methodist Church

Cost: Free

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Dave John take over The Urban Homestead   click for more information »

John Zipperer will be playing a show with his buddy Dave Morrison at The Urban Homestead, a charming organic farm in Pasadena. Both artists will be doing full sets with select musical backing - John will be joined by Tara, Nick, and Leslie. Of course, Dave will be bringing his famous chili, and gues...

Event Location: The Urban Homestead

Cost: $20.00

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Waves in Bloom with Josh Rubin   click for more information »

Join clarinetist Joshua Rubin and colleagues for Waves in Bloom, an exploration of classical composition and electronic innovation. This program traces the emergence of new sonic landscapes through works by Dai Fujikura, Olly Wilson, Salvatore Sciarrino, Leila Adu, and more. For more information and...

Event Location: Sierra Madre Playhouse

Cost: $12.00 - $35.00

Sunday, April 20, 2025

Time: 10:00 a.m.

The Gold Line Jazz Collective   click for more information »

The Gold Line Jazz Collective is led by the talented pianist Hank Mehren, who is well-known locally and internationally for his incredible musical abilities. This jazz collective expands and contracts throughout the year, integrating local talent from South Pasadena, Pasadena, and the greater Los An...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Sunday, April 20, 2025

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Jazz Sundays with Catlin Rosser   click for more information »

Barb Catlin and Ken Rosser’s performances have garnered local and national recognition with combined experience in touring, commercial projects, movie features, TV production, and artist albums. Their sets at Jones Coffee Roasters feature an eclectic selection of jazz by some of their favorite com...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Monday, April 21, 2025

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Triple Shot Jazz Trio   click for more information »

Triple Shot is a modern jazz trio based in Pasadena, performing improvisations and original compositions. They are rooted in the traditions of jazz and blues, with a subtle influence of gospel annd funk. The group consists of Morgan Jones on piano, Scott Worthington on bass, and Marcelo Bucater on d...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Monday, April 21, 2025

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Music in the Rose Garden   click for more information »

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of The Huntington’s Rose Garden and enjoy enchanting classical music. In collaboration with the Pasadena Conservatory of Music, The Huntington presents Music in the Rose Garden performances featuring a rotating set of solo and duo performers on various instrum...

Event Location: The Huntington's Rose Garden

Cost: $13.00 - $29.00

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Time: 8:30 a.m.

The Coffee Shop Jazz Trio   click for more information »

The Coffee Shop Jazz Trio, led by the legendary pianist Matt Politano, presents modern jazz and Latin fusion every Tuesday morning, starting at 8:30 AM. The core group includes Blake White on stand-up bass and Mark Ferber on drums. Throughout the year, guest musicians join the trio for special perfo...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Time: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Camerata Pacifica Brahms Horn Trio US Premieres   click for more information »

Experience high-definition chamber music with thrilling performances by virtuosic musicians. Program: Robert Schumann "Violin Sonata No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 105"; Clara Schumann "Three Romances for Violin and Piano, Op. 22"; Leith "Eeyore for Horn and Piano, U.S. Premiere"; Martlew "Nibiru, N...

Event Location: The Huntington's Education and Visitor Center, Rothenberg Hall

Cost: $35.00 - $75.00

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Music in the Chinese Garden   click for more information »

Enjoy traditional Chinese music Wednesday afternoons in the Garden of Flowing Fragrance. A different solo musician performs each week, playing unamplified melodies on classical instruments including the dizi, pipa, and erhu. Let the music transport you to another time and place as you stroll through...

Event Location: The Huntington's Chinese Garden

Cost: $13.00 - $29.00

Thursday, April 24, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

The Ian Whitcomb Review   click for more information »

Janet Klein and bassist Marquis Howell, of the inimitable "Janet Klein and Her Parlor Boys,” along with Ian’s widow, Regina Whitcomb, will review the life and music of Altadena’s own Ian Whitcomb on the anniversary of his passing. An alumnus of the British Invasion, with his 1965 song You Tur...

Event Location: The Blinn House

Cost: $0.00 - $33.77

Friday, April 25, 2025

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Larry Garf Performs   click for more information »

A lover of jazz from all periods, pianist Larry Garf is particularly captivated by the origins of the genre. His eclectic repertoire includes Ragtime, Early Jazz and Blues, Standards (such as George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, and others), as well as beloved Beatles songs and other musical gems. Cla...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Jenny The Jazz Birds   click for more information »

The homegrown South Pasadena musicians' group is known for their classic jazz sound and musical flare. With over 5 years of experience performing at Jones Coffee Roasters on Raymond Avenue in Pasadena, this jazz group is beloved by the community and visiting guests. Guest musicians from both South ...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Time: 11:00 a.m.

Celebration of Arabic Music   click for more information »

Learn about Arabic string and percussion instruments, while enjoying traditional Arabic classical music performed by a trio: Timothy Maloof on oud, David Martinelli on percussion, and Lina Kaisey on vocals. Best for ages 7 and up. • Saturday, April 19 • Allendale Branch Library • 2 p.m. ??...

Event Location: La Pintoresca Branch Library

Cost: Free

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Time: 3:00 p.m.

Annual Eclectic Music Festival   click for more information »

South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce, the Eclectic Friends of the Arts, and the City of South Pasadena invites the community to the Annual Eclectic Music Festival & Arts Crawl. Your participation is integral to the success of this event! This Free celebration of music and arts is a beloved, family-fri...

Event Location: Mission St.

Cost: Free

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Time: 7:30 p.m.

John Schneider The WellTempered Guitar   click for more information »

Sierra Madre Playhouse, noted for its wide-ranging programming, presents John Schneider: The Well-Tempered Guitar, a captivating exploration of classical and experimental guitar styles at Sierra Madre Playhouse. The masterful Grammy® Award-winning guitarist and composer appears solo, playing a sele...

Event Location: Sierra Madre Playhouse

Cost: $12.00 - $35.00

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Time: 10:00 a.m.

The Gold Line Jazz Collective   click for more information »

The Gold Line Jazz Collective is led by the talented pianist Hank Mehren, who is well-known locally and internationally for his incredible musical abilities. This jazz collective expands and contracts throughout the year, integrating local talent from South Pasadena, Pasadena, and the greater Los An...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Jazz Sundays with Catlin Rosser   click for more information »

Barb Catlin and Ken Rosser’s performances have garnered local and national recognition with combined experience in touring, commercial projects, movie features, TV production, and artist albums. Their sets at Jones Coffee Roasters feature an eclectic selection of jazz by some of their favorite com...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Time: 4:00 p.m.

Restoration Concert Series Los Angeles Wind Piano Sextet   click for more information »

Friends of the South Pasadena Public Library the Los Angeles Wind and Piano Sextet. Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.friendsofsopaslibrary.org/restoration-concerts....

Event Location: South Pasadena Library Community Room

Cost: $160.00/8 concerts

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Del Atkins his band with Tap Dancer Chester Whitmore   click for more information »

Del Atkins and his band bring the rich history of jazz to life in a special performance that blends music and dance. As a bassist and composer with decades of experience working with legends like Lou Rawls, Les McCann, and Dr. Dre, Del’s journey through jazz is marked by deep musicality and storyt...

Event Location: Sierra Madre Playhouse

Cost: $12.00 - $35.00

Monday, April 28, 2025

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Triple Shot Jazz Trio   click for more information »

Triple Shot is a modern jazz trio based in Pasadena, performing improvisations and original compositions. They are rooted in the traditions of jazz and blues, with a subtle influence of gospel annd funk. The group consists of Morgan Jones on piano, Scott Worthington on bass, and Marcelo Bucater on d...

Event Location: Jones Coffee Roasters

Cost: Free