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The Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music, even at a seasoned age, is all about the new—the here and now of contemporary works for orchestra. During the first two weeks of August each year, audiences are joined by both preeminent and emergi... more
DrumSkull Drums is the world's leading percussion shop rooted in the music of West Africa. For over a decade we have offered professional instruments of uncompromised quality. We remain true to our goals and we continue to expand on our focus of qual... more
Home to the central coast's most exciting music recording projects, producer Andy Zenczak has created a gem just a mile from the coastline in the blossoming west side neighborhood. Gadgetbox Studio provides a home to songwriters and band... more
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Hoffman’s is a family-run restaurant located at 1102 Pacific Ave, in Downtown Santa Cruz California. Hoffman’s bakery makes everything in-house from Ed Hoffman’s famous scones to decadent wedding cakes. We proud... more
  The Indigital Institute of Recording Arts The Indigital Institute of Recording Arts The Indigital Institute of Recording Arts (IIRA) is an accredited audio institute located on the Westside of Santa Cruz. We teach our students how to optimal... more
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Island Breeze Entertainment provides Hawaiian style Musicians and Hula dancers for your Wedding, Party, Corporate Event or Fundraiser.  We can size a group to fit your Budget.   .     Santa Cruz’s own Ha... more
Let use jazz up your next event.  Looking for dance music for your club or restaurant? Planning a wedding, party, fund-raiser or company event in the Santa Cruz, Monterey or Santa Clara County area? From ballads to bossas to swing, we play all... more
Looking for music for your club or restaurant? Planning a wedding, party, fund-raiser or company event? Add our jazz with a latin flavor to spice up your event! For bookings in the Santa Cruz, Monterey Bay and San Francisco Bay areas, please contac... more
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Jazz Notes is a dynamic local jazz band playing new arrangements of tunes from Thelonious Monk to Stevie Wonder and everything in between. more
Kaiser Permanente Arena image
Kaiser Permanente Arena is an indoor arena located in Santa Cruz. It has a seating capacity of 2,505 spectators. It hosts the Santa Cruz Warriors of the NBA G League. It was also the home of the Santa Cruz Derby Girls of the Women's Flat Track Derby... more
Kuumbwa Jazz Center image
Kuumbwa Jazz has grown from its small beginnings to one of the most highly respected jazz-presenting institutions in the country, attracting artists of national and international renown. We present over 120 concerts per year at our intimate 200-seat... more
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Moe's Alley features live music with top national performers from Chicago, New York, California, Texas, New Orleans and more. Patio BBQ - Live Music - Full Bar / Open from 4pm - 2am on Show Days Shows are 21+.  Online pre-sale ends midni... more
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Rising Sun Dance & Theater creates and tours enjoyable, heartwarming, deeply profound performances, and workshops in communities across the nation. Welcome aboard, Audience Members, Presenters, Teachers, Community Partners, Actors, Dancers,... more
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Dedicated in 1940 in downtown Santa Cruz, the Civic Auditorium is classic California. Arched granite pillars cover the brick entryway and warm pastel colors fill the hallways to create an inviting, slightly deco atmosphere. The Civic has hosted Ra... more
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The Santa Cruz County Symphony has performed exceptional classical music for the area since 1958.  The Symphony presents concerts at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium and the Mello Center for the Performing Arts in Watsonville.  The Symphony'... more
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Make your event special with the beautiful sound of the harp! Simone is a viruoso with a degree from UCLA who takes special requests at no additional cost. Lessons also available. more
Sylvan Music image
Sylvan Music is located in Santa Cruz, California, a sunny surf town one hour south of San Francisco-- in the same neck of the woods as some of the world's most famous acoustic instrument crafters. We specialize in high-quality instruments, bot... more
The Catalyst image
Most people know the Catalyst primarily as a music venue, but Santa Cruz bar-goers know it's much more than that. Upstairs there's actually a solid dive bar with six pool tables, a jukebox, and even a few arcade games. The Catalyst is a classic ve... more
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Tinderbox Recording Studio in Santa Cruz, CA. Professional recordings for musicians and bands. more
UC-Santa Cruz Music Center Recital Hall image
The centerpiece of the UCSC Music Center is the 396-seat Recital Hall, a carefully designed acoustically variable performance space featuring a state of the art sound system, theatrical lighting capabilities, and a motorized orchestra pit. more
VibeSetter Recordings image
VibeSetter Recordings is a record label for music makers and music appreciators. Based out of Santa Cruz, California, VibeSetter Recordings specializes in Reggae, Rock, Jazz, Funk and electronic improvisational excursions. more