(Jackeline Rago-cuatro, mandolin,
percussion, Donna Viscuso-flute, alto sax, Saul Sierra-acoustic
bass) True to tradition for the sixth year running we open our 14th season with this world class group. Original music based on the traditions of jazz and South American folk music. Feb 14 Alexander Tsygankov / Inna Shevchenko We are thrilled to welcome back these two virtuoso musicians on
tour from Moskow. Tsygankov on domra and Shevchenko on piano
perform classics and originals. Feb 21 Marc Silber & Friends Delta Blues and more performed by one of the very best. An
evening that is bound to hold some surprises and is sure to delight
all who attend. Feb 28 Carlos Reyes & Friends Latin harp at its very best. Exciting masterful playing full of
fire and immediacy. Carlos will be joined by musicians on violin
and percussion. Surprise guest artists.
Mar 7 Queens of Boogie Woogie (Virginia Pichner, Geanie Stout, Sue Palmer, Wendy DeWitt) Strings is proud to host this seventh annual tour of the Queens
of Boogie Woogie. Mar 14 Palm Wine Boys (Richard Linley, Q.B. Williams, Eliyahu Sills, Matthew Lax) We are happy to welcome back one of our favorite groups.
Contemporary folk with Afro- Carribean influence. Upbeat music that's sure to put you in a good mood. Mar 21 Craig Carothers One the most entertaining performing songwriters on tour in the
country today. An authentic
voice of our times. Mar 28 Visual Concert
Hosted by John Pearson Master photographer John Pearson hosts this evening of photography to the accompaniment of live music. A multi-media event linking visual and musical talents to create mind-altering tapestries. Apr 4 Carol Denney / Eric Von Radics / Skip Henderson Three terrific performing songwriters. An eclectic evening with
music running the gamut from sea chanteys to blues. gamut from sea chanteys to blues. Apr 11 Rupa & The April Fishes (Ed
Baskerville-cello Aaron Kierbel-percussion Adrian Jost-bayan, bandoneon) Kate Isenberg-violin, vocals) We are happy to welcome back this exciting group. An unique blend of French cabaret, North African rhythms with fabulous musicianship. Exotic and original. Apr 18 Samba Ngo (Alex Pike Massengo Constant Baba Tunde
Miller) Congolese Soukous. Samba Ngo performs world beat
music at its best. A spiritual experience not to be missed. Apr 25 Eric & Suzy Thompson Two local favorites perform. Excellent musicianship,
entertainment and good vibes. Blues, bluegrass, klezmer and any
other kind of Americana you can think of. May 2 Rafael Manriquez / Quique Cruz / Maria Fernanda Acuna / Ingrid Rubis Master Latin American musicians present an evening of original
and traditional music. Moving and exciting. May 9 The Mitguards Debbie and Chris Mitguard on tour from Colorado. Original and
obscure: folk, roots and Americana. Great harmonies and hot
picking. May 16 Acoustic Eidolon Joe Scott on custom 14-string double neck guitjo and Hannah
Alkire on cello create Acoustic Eidolon. Blend of classical, celtic and world rhythms. May 23 Guitar Masters - Hosted by Alex de Grassi We are thrilled to welcome back master guitarist Alex de Grassi
for an evening of guitar appreciation. Bob Bonastre from Italy and
more surprise guests. May 30 Paul Geremia One of the greatest living
blues guitarists and singers. Truly a national treasure. June 6 I See Hawks
Rob Waller / Paul Lacques / Anthony Lacques Really terrific modern country. Topical lyrics. Currently one of the hottest groups coming out of L.A. This group will have you dancing in your seats.. June 13 Tom Rigney Trio
Joe Weed / John R. Burr Stellar cajun fiddler Rigney performs with pianist John R. Burr and fiddler Joe Weed. High energy heart-felt music. One of our favorite evenings. June 20 Strings Under Cover Night One of the very best shows done at Strings. Songs the
performers did not write and that have not received commercial air
play. This evening will be a benefit for the Strings sound
system. Artists who would like to perform please contact Joey ASAP. June 27 Ramon Romero / Carlitos Sermeno We welcome back
master harp virtuoso Ramon Romero from Paraguay. Performing
with consumate musician Carlitos Sermeno music from all over Latin America full of fiery rhythms and lyrical feeling. July 11 Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum Laurie is one of the pre-eminent bluegrass and Americana
artists of our time. With partner Tom Rozum they create
instrumental duets and vocal harmonies that are as good as good
gets. Bluegrass, folk and country at its best. July 18 Matt Lax and Nearly Beloved (Matt Lax, Dave
Zirbel, Erik Pearson, Paul Olguim, Pete Lax, Dave Rubin-Lax) We welcome back Matt Lax and Nearly Beloved. Americana Afro-fusion. Great harmonies and exciting rhythms. July 25 Ze Manel We are thrilled to welcome Ze Manel and friends, national
treasure of his homeland Guinea-Bissau. Kriol music with pulsating rhythms and song. Ze Manel is a voice of the spirit behind the human struggle for freedom and integrity so needed in our world today. An evening not to be missed. Aug 1 Caren Armstrong's Birthday Celebration - Opening Joey Lent and Chuck Steed Please join Caren in celebrating her birthday! A magical
evening full of surprises featuring the best of Bay Area
talent. Aug 8 D Squared - Don Charles-guitar, banjo & mandola, Deb Gessner-harp We welcome back this wonderful duo from Arizona. Music of
touching sensitivity and depth with a rhythmic pulse that is truly
exciting. Aug 15 Guitar Masters - Peter Finger, Michael Chapdelaine, Teja Gerkin Join us for a very special evening with German master guitarist
Peter Finger and two of the Bay Area's finest acoustic guitarists.
Luthier David Lehrer will display fine hand-made guitars. Aug 22 Free Peoples - Tim Sawyer, Johnny Downer, Mike Dipirro, Bradley Leach We welcome back one of the best original americana groups
playing today. Bluegrass to blues and a whole lot more. Imagination and heart. Aug 29 Kleptograss - Eric Thompson, Tom Rozum, Paul Kotapish, Laurie Lewis, Paul Shelasky Original Americana at its very best. All-star line-up for a truly amazing evening. Sept 5 The Pickpocket Ensemble Rick Corrigan, Tim Fox, Greg
Kehret, Katje Cooper, Brian Rice & Chloe Allen We welcome back one of our favorite groups. Inspired by Eastern European and Flamenco this group creates original music touching the soul with the essence of the timeless cabaret. Sept 12 The Hunchback of Notre Dame Music composed by Molly Axtmann, Rachel
Durling-violin, David Brin-cello, Lisa
Sangita-percussion. The silent film classic starring Lon Chaney (1923) will be
screened with live accompaniment. Movie screened with no
intermission. Late arrivals not admitted. Come on time! Sept 19 Bill Evans / Megan LynchBill Evans, one of the hottest banjo players today performs
with national long bow fiddle champion Megan Lynch. Sizzling musicianship and harmonies. Superb Americana. Sept 26 Very Hot Club - George Cole, Julian Smedley, Vic Wong
Kathy Sierra & Sam Bevan In the tradition of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grapelli The
Very Hot Club creates original songs true to the creative spirit
which fuses popular music and art. Oct 3 La Pena Choir We are very happy to welcome back the La Pena Community Choir.
Latin American music and more with wonderful harmonies and exciting
accompaniment. Oct 10 Qadim Eliyahu Sills, Jason Ranjit Parmar, Rachel
Valfer, Faisal Zedan, Bouchaib Abdehadi, Evan Fraser Music inspired by ancient mystical music of the Near East. Accomplished musicians from Indian, Iranian, Jewish, Moroccan and Arabic roots celebrate their common musical and spiritual heritage. Oct 17 Houston Jones - Chris Kee, Peter Tucker, Travis Jones,
Glenn Houston, Henry Salvia Contemporary Americana. Blues, country at its very best. Great
songs, terrific vocals and some seriously hot playing. Oct 24 The WIYOS - Joebass, Michael Farkas, Parrish Eillis Vaudevillian, Ragtime Blues, Hillbilly Swing and Old Time
Country. Great entertainment. Oct 31 Ray Bonneville Bonneville creates his own powerful and unique version of the
blues. A legend in his own time Nov 8 Visual Concert - Hosted by John Pearson Master photographer John Pearson hosts this evening of
photography to the accompaniment of live music. A multi-media event linking visual and musical talents
to create mind-altering tapestries. Nov 14 Doug Blumer / Christopher Smith / Dana Hubbard Three of our favorite performing songwriters present an evening
of song. Great lyrics, top musicianship and entertainment. Nov 28 Lost Weekend The 11 piece allstar LOST WEEKEND Western Swing Band rides back
to STRINGS for an evening of world-class Western Swing music,
featuring Hall-of-Famer Bobby Black, steel guitar; Pam Brandon,
featured vocalist; Mark Holzinger, lead guitar; fiddler Paul
Shelasky; Shota Osabe, piano; Jim Rothermel, sax and clarinet; Bob
Schulz, cornet and vocals; Kevin "Ironman" Porter, trombone; Rick
Alegria, drums; Bing Nathan, bass; and "fearless leader" Don
Burnham, rhythm guitar and vocals. This most remarkable band enters
its 23 swingin' year (founded 1984) with four of the original cast
still onboard - LOST WEEKEND has earned its reputation as one of
the country's leading lights in Western Swing music. www.lostweekend.ws Dec 12 Strings Holiday Benefit Party |