Los Tangueros del Oeste: Intersection of Tango, Flamenco & Hip-Hop

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Steeped in the nuevo tango styles of Astor Piazzolla, Gotan Project, and Bajo Fondo, bassist/composer Sascha Jacobsen's newest project combines beats and textures from electronica, with influences from flamenco filtered through an improvisational lens.   FEATURING: Sascha Jacobsen - bass Carlos Caminos - guitar Seth Asarnow - bandoneon Ishtar Hernandez - violin   ABOUT THE ARTIST: Hailing from an illustrious musical family dating back at least five generations to a bassist for...
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CANCELLED – Briana Di Mara / StringQuake: New World Fusion Collaborations

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. If you have already purchased tickets for this event, please note a refund will be issued as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Violinist and composer Briana Di Mara teams up with the amazing StringQuake trio with brand new original compositions, as well as exciting new collaborations of the music from her debut album, Haven. StringQuake will open the night with their da...
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Rumberos de Radio Habana: Monthly Community Rumba

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Rumba music originated in the Afro-Cuban neighborhoods of Havana and Matanzas as the soundtrack to community, partnered dancing and get-togethers as a means of cultural expression. Its global diaspora means rumba rhythms have found their way into other genres of music such as country, rock, and blues, and continue to impact the genres of today. Rumberos de Radio Habana bring their own contribution to the Red Poppy on the fourth Sunday of each month for a free afternoon of beat-making, hip-shakin...
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Michael Winograd & Christina Crowder / Book of J: 100 Years of Klezmer

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Join klezmer clarinet virtuoso Michael Winograd and accordion whiz Christina Crowder for over 100 years of Jewish music in one night! Old worlds collide in Book of J, as musicians Jewlia Eisenberg (Charming Hostess) and Jeremiah Lockwood (The Sway Machinery) take inspiration from the intersection of the sacred and the radical to create hit songs from out of the depths of American psalmody, Yiddish folklore, and international Jewish liturgical traditions.   FEATURING: Michael Winograd ...
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CANCELLED – Citizens Jazz: Music of Jazz Great Benny Golson

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. If you have already purchased tickets for this event, please note a refund will be issued as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Citizens Jazz explores the brilliant compositions of an unknown giant of jazz, Benny Golson. Raised with an impeccable musical pedigree, Golson has played in the bands of the world-famous Benny Goodman, Dizzy Gillespie, Lionel Hampton, Earl Bost...
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Rob Garcia 4: NY Artist Playing Adventurous & Melodic Jazz

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“A prime mover in the current Brooklyn jazz scene” (Time Out-New York) and "one of New Yorkʼs great jazz drummers and composers” (Capital New York), Rob Garcia brings his group to the Red Poppy playing his original music plus arrangements of American folk songs, as well as music by Chopin and Jimi Hendrix.   FEATURING: Rob Garcia - drums, compositions Matt Renzi - tenor saxophone Dave Ambrosio - bass TBA - piano   ABOUT THE ARTIST: Rob Garcia continues to be a strong presence ...
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Caminos Flamencos: Flamenkeando (One Night, Two Shows)

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*UPDATE: This performance has changed from one show to a double show. We apologize for any inconvenience. Caminos Flamencos is an Emmy-winning troupe known for its improvisational and passionate representation of flamenco infused with modern influences of jazz, rock, and Latin. Led by virtuoso guitarist Jason "El Rubio" McGuire and director Yaelisa, they will be joined by Spanish singer El Grillu, highly respected dancer Fanny Ara, as well as special guests, which will feature rocking fla...
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CANCELLED – Caminos Flamencos: Flamenkeando (Night 1)

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, the date and time of this event have been changed to Saturday, November 23 as a double show. We apologize for any inconvenience. Caminos Flamencos is an Emmy-winning troupe known for its improvisational and passionate representation of flamenco infused with modern influences of jazz, rock, and Latin. Led by virtuoso guitarist Jason "El Rubio" McGuire and director Yaelisa, they will be joined by Spanish singer El Grillu, highly respected dancer Fanny Ara, a...
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Huarango: Contemporary Afro-Peruvian Music

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Huarango is a contemporary proposal of Afro-Peruvian music, with influences of classical music and jazz, anchored in the strong presence of Afro-Peruvian percussion such as cajón cajita and quijada de burro (donkey’s jawbone).   FEATURING: Pierr Padilla ​(Peru) - performer Javier Trujillo ​(Peru) - guitar Kyla Danysh ​(USA) - violin Pedro Rosales ​(Peru) - percussion   ABOUT THE ARTIST: Huarango is a new musical project born in the city of Oakland, California, based in Afro-Pe...
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Jackeline Rago & VMP: Venezuela 360° Musical Journey

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Join Jackeline Rago and the Venezuelan Music Project (VMP) to celebrate the beauty and diversity of Venezuela in a 360° musical journey. Featuring styles of music from different regions of the country, the evening will explore tonada llanera and joropos from the plains, tambores and Afro-Venezuelan percussion from the coast, calypsos from the southeast, plus gaita zuliana, tamborera, and more from the western region.   FEATURING: Jackeline Rago - Venezuelan cuatro, percussion, vocals An...
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October 5th MAPP

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Launched in 2003, the Mission Arts & Performance Project (MAPP) is a homegrown bi-monthly, multidisciplinary, intercultural happening that takes place in the Mission District of San Francisco. On the first Saturday of every even month of the year, the MAPP transforms ordinary spaces, such as private garages, gardens, living rooms, studios, street corners, and small businesses into pop-up performance and exhibition sites for a day/night of intimate-scale artistic and cultural exchange among a kal...
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Rumberos de Radio Habana: Monthly Community Rumba

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Rumba music originated in the Afro-Cuban neighborhoods of Havana and Matanzas as the soundtrack to community, partnered dancing and get-togethers as a means of cultural expression. Its global diaspora means rumba rhythms have found their way into other genres of music such as country, rock, and blues, and continue to impact the genres of today. Rumberos de Radio Habana bring their own contribution to the Red Poppy on the fourth Sunday of each month for a free afternoon of beat-making, hip-shakin...
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Karavan Sarai: Silk Road Music Meets Electronics & Dance

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Karavan Sarai is a modern-ancient bridge joining global melodies from the Silk Road with its own distinct compositions. Its soundscapes travel from Arabia to India and the Balkans to Persia, rendering the electronics of now with ancient artistry. Listen and you’ll hear the echoes of old world footsteps in the music and behold them in the dancing. Karavan Sarai forges ahead where tracks end.   FEATURING: Narayan Sijan - oud, saz, vocals, electronics Nathalie Tedrick - dance Schirin Cham...
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Lee Dynes World Jazz Trio / Amanda Addleman Standards Trio: A Common Thread

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Lee Dynes and Amanda Addleman present a single night of varied perspectives on the American improvisational art form of jazz. This exciting night of music will include Dynes' world jazz trio featuring his work on oud and guitar, as well as Addleman's swinging trio featuring bass, guitar, and vocals.   FEATURING: Lee Dynes Trio Lee Dynes - guitar, oud Lee Hodel - bass Matthew Buckner - drums Amanda Addleman Trio Amanda Addleman - vocals Lee Dynes - guitar Lee Hodel - bass  ...
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Lily & Khatch: An Evening of Lullabies from Europe & Armenia

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Lily and Khatch released their separate lullaby albums—Louloudhia: A Collection of Lullabies from Europe and Oror ou Nani: Armenian Lullabies, respectively—within a month of each other and decided to collaborate in presenting their shared passion in a joint concert. Having received wide reception in the Bay Area and across the states, both albums evoke softness, ask for rest, and bring the meditative qualities of voice and instruments to light, urging audiences to feel deeply, contemplate, and r...
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15th Annual Lit Crawl SF: Lighten Up / Squaw Valley

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One of the most anticipated literary nights of the year, San Francisco's Lit Crawl is a massive, one-night literary pub crawl throughout the city’s Mission District. Lit Crawl SF brings together 500+ authors and close to 10,000 fans for the world’s largest free pop-up literary event. Started in 2004, Lit Crawl cultivates a unique, resonant brand: smart and silly, worldly and wacky events presented in venues usual (bars, cafes, galleries, and bookstores) and unusual (police stations, tattoo parlo...
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Lars and in Charge: Turkish Roman & Original Music

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High-energy fiddle tunes from Turkey, Greece and beyond, Lars Tergis leads the charge on violin with driving, gritty interpretations of traditional party tunes and his own original compositions. Chris Reid adds a touch of ‘West’ with percussive chordal accompaniment on steel-string guitar. Gopal Slavonic brings his flamenco guitar chops to bear, while Faisal Zedan keeps the beat popping on derbekki, riqq, and davul. Joined on stage by some of the Bay Area’s top dancers, Lars and in Charge delive...
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Örjan Hulten Orion / Garuda Blue: Jazz w/ Nordic Rhythms & Atmospheres

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Touring the U.S. for the first time, Örjan Hulten Orion delivers that much-loved Scandinavian sensibility to modern jazz. Bay Area jazz group Garuda Blue shares the night, presenting original arrangements of famous jazz classics and lesser-known gems.   FEATURING: Örjan Hulten Orion Örjan Hultén - saxophones Torbjörn Gulz - piano Anders Langörgen, bass Peter Danemo - drums Garuda Blue Abraham Imansjah - piano Matt Gafney - saxophones Danny Castro - bass Evan Williams - drums ...
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Ultra World X-Tet: Psychedelic World Jazz

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Ultra World X-Tet’s sound has been described as "psychedelic world jazz," "world class," and other colorful labels. Whatever you want to call it, this distinct San Francisco sound with a global music sensibility will transport you and fire your imagination. The band will perform a program designed especially for the intimate environment at Red Poppy, including selections from their recordings as well as brand new material.   FEATURING: Doug Ebert - bass Nick Sager - drums Gary Schwante...
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RagaMenco: Exploring India, Gypsy Music & Flamenco

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RagaMenco represents the synthesis of ancient traditions that have been linked by human and cultural migration through the centuries⁠. A collaboration of Spanish and Indian musicians from the Bay Area, RagaMenco explores exciting new territories by combining haunting Indian melodies with exciting gypsy, flamenco, and jazz traditions from Spain. Come hear ancient traditions from the Old World finding a new voice in California.   FEATURING: Javier Jiménez – guitar Luis Jiménez – cajón Sa...
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Family Art ft. Special Guest Artist Carlos Cartagena

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Family Art returns to Red Poppy Art House with instructor Sofia Elias! On Saturday, September 7, we'll be kicking off our weekly free art happenings with a visit from the wonderful artist Carlos Cartagena, who will be sharing his project Silhouettes with the community. Cartagena will set up his art tables on the sidewalk and work with children and adults who walk by the Poppy, engaging in conversations with neighbors and inviting them to become part of the creative process of the silhouette p...
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Silhouettes eMOTION: Artist Reception with Carlos Cartagena

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On Saturday, September 7, for the grand reopening of Family Art, Carlos Cartagena will set up his art tables on the sidewalk and work with children and adults who walk by Red Poppy Art House. He will engage in conversations with neighbors and invite them to become part of the creative process of the silhouette pieces that he is creating. The conversation will focus on the situation with the children who are stuck in Tijuana and for the children who have been separated from their parents and are ...
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Corazon Tango: Discovering Argentine Tango Music

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Corazon Tango presents traditional and contemporary Argentine tango pieces arranged by world-renowned maestros from the mid-twentieth century to the present. The program will include a variety of solo, duo, trio, and quartet arrangements.   FEATURING: Hanel Yeon - bandoneon Sumi Lee - piano YoonHo Jeong - contrabass Maximiliano Larrea (guest artist) - guitar   ABOUT THE ARTISTS: Sumi Lee is a classically trained pianist who obtained a master’s degree in music, piano performanc...
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Mónica María: Song Release Celebration, Son Jarocho, Zapateado Workshop

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Come celebrate the release of Mónica María’s first single, "Levanta"! Presenting a set of her original music and a set of son jarocho with a special guest artist from Veracruz, the evening will begin with a zapateado workshop (at 7:00pm) taught by the guest artist and will end with a mini fandanguito. ¡Nos vemos!   FEATURING: Mónica María - vocals, jarana, guitar, bass (Special guest artist) - vocals, jarana, quijada, zapateado   ABOUT THE ARTIST: Mónica María's music reflects ...
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The Bywater Band: Boston’s Scottish/Irish Traditional Quartet

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Up-and-coming traditional group the Bywater Band makes its second-ever appearance on the West Coast on its way to KVMR Celtic Festival. Lead by singer/piper Elias Alexander (Soulsha, MAC, Seven Nations, Fàrsan), the band’s blazing tight virtuosity and intricate arrangements make them an act not to miss for anyone who loves Celtic music.   FEATURING: Elias Alexander - vocals, border pipes, whistle, harmonium Maura Shawn Scanlin - fiddle, vocals Eamon Sefton - guitar, vocals Patrick Bow...
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Norberto Guerra: Cuban Music & Flamenco Guitar

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Cuban-born flamenco guitarist Norberto Guerra presents a wide range of classical, flamenco, and original pieces. This project ranges from work with Acituna sin Hueso and Rainer Mariño in Cuba to work composed in Memphis, Chicago, and San Francisco.   FEATURING: Norberto Guerra - classical & flamenco guitar   ABOUT THE ARTIST: Norberto Guerra is a Cuban musician, composer, and producer. Equipped with the classical and flamenco guitar as his primary instrument, his solo work blend...
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French Oak Gypsy Band: New Orleans Jazz

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French Oak Gypsy Band, led by Stella Heath, is releasing their second album this October 2019! Along with the release of the CD, they are changing the name of the band officially to Bandjango Collectif. The full-length album will contain some of the band's favorites such as Edith Piaf's "La Foule" and "Sous Le Ciel de Paris," American traditional "St James Infirmary," the Romani national anthem "Djelem Djelem," and the classic "La Vie en Rose"!   FEATURING: Stella Heath - vocals Thierry...
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Rumberos de Radio Habana: Monthly Community Rumba

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Rumba music originated in the Afro-Cuban neighborhoods of Havana and Matanzas as the soundtrack to community, partnered dancing and get-togethers as a means of cultural expression. Its global diaspora means rumba rhythms have found their way into other genres of music such as country, rock, and blues, and continue to impact the genres of today. Rumberos de Radio Habana bring their own contribution to the Red Poppy on the fourth Sunday of each month for a free afternoon of beat-making, hip-shakin...
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Istanbul Connection: Reconnecting (TWO SHOWS)

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Istanbul Connection returns to the Red Poppy as a nine-piece band for a live, intimate performance of Balkan, Turkish, North African, and flamenco music. Come prepared to dance!   FEATURING: Kata Miletich - vocals Haluk Kecelioglu - vocals, oud, violin Raúl Vargas - vocals, cajón, percussion Melissa Cruz - percussion, dance Sean Terguis - darbuka, tupan Isaac Weiser - bass Javier Jimenez - guitar Danny Cao - trumpet Joey Friedman - saxophone   ABOUT THE ARTIST: Istanbul C...
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Nicole Takesono & Sharon Wayne: Journey to the Iberian Peninsula

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Join mezzo-soprano Nicole Takesono in collaboration with guitarist Sharon Wayne for an evening in exploration of classical Spanish songs, traditional Portuguese fado, classical guitar repertoire, and traditional Hawaiian tunes.   FEATURING: Nicole Takesono - mezzo-soprano Sharon Wayne - guitar   ABOUT THE ARTISTS: Originally from Hawaii, mezzo-soprano Nicole Takesono has been praised for her sweet, warm voice and dedication to character. She has performed roles with San Francisc...
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