Aallotar's music is an exploration of one tradition from two perspectives. Violinist/vocalist Sara Pajunen and accordionist/vocalist Teija Niku use their common musical heritage as a starting point for original chamber-folk. […]
Virtuoso jazz and flamenco pianist Alex Conde performs his high-energy compositions and arrangements with his trio. FEATURING: Alex Conde - piano Aaron Germain - electric bass Marlon Aldana - […]
In conjunction with the August 4th MAPP, the Red Poppy invites you to join artist Adrian Arias and curator Renee Baldocchi for the opening reception of Dream Escapes from 6:33-7:00pm. […]
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 […]
Experimental flutist/vocalist Emily Hay and avant-garde sound artist and electronic wizard Thomas Dimuzio collaborate as a duo to create and perform electro-acoustic soundscapes, mesmerizing improvisations of primal noise, drones, intrepid […]
Swingatto swings by the Red Poppy to play some famous songs from the Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli repertoire along with originals from the band’s first album. FEATURING: Antonio […]
Arco Belo brings together elements of raw, contemporary improvised music, mixing in crisp, through-composed pockets of sweeping dense harmony and a global rhythmic sensibility. At the Red Poppy, the group […]
Flutist, controllerist, and sound designer Daniel Riera presents a new experience merging the improvisatory freedom of jazz with the expansive sonic landscape of electronic music. Using electrified woodwind and percussion […]
Hazel Reading Series is a vibrant literary community founded in 2013. Each month, the all-women lineup of writers is carefully selected by the readers of the previous month. Through this […]
Karavan Sarai returns to the Red Poppy to perform original and traditional electro-acoustic music of the Silk Road interwoven with ambient contemporary electronica. With the gracious power of belly dance […]
RDL+ presents the album release performance of Pacific Voyage. In the spirit of adventure, this live performance album captures it all. From placid waters to raging seas, Pacific Voyage sails […]
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 […]
Dromeno is a traditional ensemble presenting authentic regional music from the Greek mainland and beyond, overlapping into the surrounding regions and finding the musical legacy that connects the traditions of […]
Kyle Blaze brings original pieces and arrangements with the musical expertise of Terrence Brewer on guitar and Ami Molinelli Hart on percussion. In a distinct blend of authentic cool, Call […]
Join Adrian Arias for this special opportunity to view and purchase recent works while relaxing and creating art with community. Pisco sours, coffee, garden-fresh organic fruits, along with sweet and […]
Adam Agee & Jon Sousa are on tour to celebrate the release of their second duo album, Ceol na gCarad, which is Irish for "Music of Friendship.” Featuring tunes gathered […]
Bassist and composer Petros Klampanis is curious in his approach, always seeking distinctive ways to integrate elements from multiple genres ranging from classical music to pop. FEATURING: Petros Klampanis […]
Acclaimed violinist Evan Price (Turtle Island Quartet, Hot Club of San Francisco) joins dynamic Baltimore-based acoustic trio Ultrafaux for a lively night of original music inspired by Balkan folk, bebop, […]
Sayat Nvaq Ensemble is a San Francisco Bay Area group that delves into the rich traditions of Eastern Armenian music. The group draws its inspiration equally from the two main […]
Vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Caitlin Belem and guitarist Terrence Rosnagle take you on a trip through Latin America, playing sumptuous samba, bossa nova, cumbia, son, and much more. FEATURING: Caitlin Belem – […]
Accompanied by her accordion, toy piano, and fiery band, Los Angeles-based chanteuse and songwriter Jessica Fichot draws from her multi-ethnic French, Chinese, and American heritage to create an intoxicating multilingual […]
Triism is a jazz trio from Northern California that plays creative arrangements of original compositions, Balkan folk music, pop songs, and jazz standards. Featuring saxophonist Levi Saelua, bassist Alex Reiff, […]
Hazel Reading Series is a vibrant literary community founded in 2013. Each month, the all-women lineup of writers is carefully selected by the readers of the previous month. Through this […]
The Levoná Ensemble combines flamenco, Arab, Jewish, and other musical traditions and weaves them together with stories, both ancient and new. Five master musicians form a rich tapestry that is […]
The Alex Hand Band is riding the wave of its first full-length album, 2018's Traders of the Lost Arts, with performances featuring songs from this record as well as an […]
Caminos Flamencos, an award-winning flamenco troupe, collaborates with members of gypsy jazz group Barrio Manouche to present an eclectic evening of flamenco, jazz manouche, and Latin vibes. Seven artists improvise […]
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 […]
Cellist Georgy Gusev and pianist Jacopo Giacopuzzi present an unstoppable force in the world of classical music. True models of complete 21st century musicians, both Gusev and Giacopuzzi draw on […]
Led by guitarist Will Brahm, Homenaje—meaning "tribute" in Spanish—pays homage to the support and unity of various types of music and cultures from all around the world. With roots in […]
2018 marks the 15th anniversary of the Red Poppy Art House, a landmark accomplishment we’d love to celebrate with you all! Beginning September 30th through the end of the year, […]