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Solo Flute of the Berlin Philharmonic, Sébastian Jacot, hailed as a “rockstar” flutist, makes his highly anticipated Camerata Pacifica debut on a diverse and compelling program of solo and duet works with award-winning Camerata Pacifica Principal Pianist Irina Zahharenkova, noted for her “breathtaking technique” (France’s La Revue du Spectacle). They perform Sunday, February 11, 3 p.m., at Janet and Ray Scherr Forum in Thousand Oaks; Tuesday, February 13, 7:30 p.m., at The Huntington’s Rothenberg Hall in San Marino; Thursday, February 15, 8 p.m., at Zipper Hall in Downtown Los Angeles; and Friday, February 16, 2024, 7:30 p.m., at Hahn Hall at Santa Barbara’s Music Academy.

The program includes Jacot and Zahharenkova performing Bach’s Sonata in A Major for Flute & Obbligato Harpsichord, BWV 1032, one of the gems of the flute literature, and French composer André Jolivet’s blazing Chant de Linos, a virtuosic showpiece filled with technical gymnastics for both flute and piano.

Jacot is also featured on Rome Prize winner Christopher Cerrone’s Liminal Highway, a “supremely enchanting and hypnotic (work with) stunning harmonies” (Limelight Magazine) for flute (doubling on piccolo and beer bottles) and immersive electronics. Zahharenkova is spotlighted on Haydn’s Adagio in F, H. XIVV, No. 9, an exquisite solo sonata for keyboard, and demonstrates her harpsichord genius on Kryštof Mařatka’s Melopa, which the Czech composer himself describes as “a haunting and unpredictable gallop.”

For tickets ($75 at The Huntington, Hahn Hall and Zipper Hall; $80 at Janet and Ray Scherr Forum) and information visit www.cameratapacifica.org.

Poetry in the Gallery
Studio Channel Islands Art Center (SCIART) will present Poetry in the Gallery on Saturday, February 17 at 3 p.m. featuring Laura Reece Hogan. A limited amount of open mic spaces will be available. Laura Reece Hogan is the author of Butterfly Nebula (Backwaters, University of Nebraska Press, 2023), winner of the Backwaters Prize in Poetry, Litany of Flights (Paraclete Press), winner of the Paraclete Poetry Prize, the chapbook O Garden-Dweller (Finishing Line Press), and the nonfiction book I Live, No Longer I (Wipf & Stock). Her poems have appeared in Sugar House Review, Scientific American, RHINO, Connecticut River Review, Verse Daily and elsewhere. This event will be held in the main gallery at 2222 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93010. Tickets are free for SCIART Members and students, $10 suggested donation for General Admission and can be reserved at https://studiochannelislands.org/poetry.

Please join us on Sunday, January 28th, for our Admissions Open House. Our school is known for its exceptional academic program, small class sizes, and specialist teachers who are passionate about their subjects. Students receive instruction from specialists in Language Arts, Math, Science and Engineering, French, Art, Computer Science, Music, and Daily Physical Education classes. Unique curriculums, like Disney Code Illusions and Lego Technology, further contribute to our unparalleled education. As the only non-sectarian independent school in the Conejo Valley, we prioritize manners, morals, and public speaking from Preschool to Fifth Grade. If you're looking for a school that provides personalized attention and a top-quality education in a supportive environment, Carden Conejo School is the perfect choice.

Studio Channel Islands Art Center (SCIART) will present Concert in the Gallery: Gordon Goodwin’s Little Phat Band on Saturday, March 2 at 7:30 p.m. Genre-defying big band ensemble, led by Grammy and Emmy Award-winning composer and pianist Gordon Goodwin. The Little Phat Band bristles with dynamic energy and spontaneity, covering a breathtaking range of styles from swing to funk to Latin and pop. This concert will be held in the main gallery at 2222 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93010. Tickets are $55 General Admission, $75 VIP and can be purchased at https://studiochannelislands.org/concerts/.

In honor of Women's History Month, join local author & historian Cheri Rae for a presentation about her new publication, 'A String of Pearls: Pearl Chase of Santa Barbara', for an intimate look at the life of a woman whose name is revered in the storied seaside community, and whose influence extended throughout California and across the nation.

Pearl Chase was the woman who shaped a city. For 80 years she made Santa Barbara her home—and her cause. With her keen foresight and forceful personality, she spearheaded the transformation of Santa Barbara from a dusty town devastated by an earthquake to a community of refined architecture, arts and culture, a center of environmental activism, and the birthplace of Earth Day.

Santa Barbara Historical Museum
136 East de la Guerra Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Wednesday, March 6 · 5:30 - 7pm PST
$20 Guests, $10 Members, Free for students
Get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-string-of-pearls-pearl-chase-of-santa-barbara-tickets-791628410887

“Pick of the Month!” Show Time Magazine.

The beloved Rudie-DeCarlo musical CINDERELLA celebrates its 40th anniversary with a stunning multi-media makeover to kick off 2024. It’s Cinderella like you’ve never seen her before, with new songs, hilarious special FX, a silent movie segment that will have you falling out of your seat, dazzling costumes, amazing magical prestidigitation, and a story about being true to your dreams and loving yourself as you are that's as meaningful today as ever before.

Splendid birthday parties, hosted by costumed members of the Cinderella Company, are available with every performance.

"A show that will delight children and adults, even if they think they have seen every possible twist on the Cinderella story." reviewplays.com

Saturdays 2pm, Sundays 12:30, February 3 – April 28, 2024

Internationally acclaimed classical guitarist live in Lompoc January 27

Lompoc Concert Association kicks off 2024 with An Tran, an internationally acclaimed classical guitarist, on Saturday, January 27 at the First United Methodist Church in Lompoc.

An Tran is hailed by the Boston Globe for his “subtle, graceful virtuosity.” He has been praised for his “gorgeous playing” and “flawless technique” and has received many accolades for his dynamic artistry. An was also recently included as one of the “10 Rising Stars of Classical Guitar” by Acoustic Guitar Magazine.

The concert will open with our own local artist, Emma Barragan, a bass clarinetist and Cabrillo High School student. Emma was accepted to perform at Carnegie Hall in the Middle School Honors Performance Series in 2023, which is said to only select the highest-rated young performers from across the world.

Lompoc Concert Association concerts are designed to appeal to a broad range of music lovers, including families with elementary age children and teens, college students, couples and singles of all ages.

Tickets can be purchased when the doors open at the First United Methodist Church, 925 N. F Street, Lompoc at 6:45 pm.
The concert will begin at 7:30pm. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for active duty military and $5 for students. For more information call 805-588-5971, visit www.lompocconcert.org, or check Facebook and Instagram.

The Lompoc Concert Association was formed in 1948, then known as the Lompoc Community Concert Association, by a group of dedicated, visionary volunteers who wanted to bring the experience of live performance to the Lompoc community.

The Lompoc Concert Association gratefully acknowledges the support of Explore Lompoc during the 2023-24 season.

Solo Flute of the Berlin Philharmonic, Sébastian Jacot, hailed as a “rockstar” flutist, makes his highly anticipated Camerata Pacifica debut on a diverse and compelling program of solo and duet works with award-winning Camerata Pacifica Principal Pianist Irina Zahharenkova, noted for her “breathtaking technique” (France’s La Revue du Spectacle). They perform Sunday, February 11, 3 p.m., at Janet and Ray Scherr Forum in Thousand Oaks; Tuesday, February 13, 7:30 p.m., at The Huntington’s Rothenberg Hall in San Marino; Thursday, February 15, 8 p.m., at Zipper Hall in Downtown Los Angeles; and Friday, February 16, 2024, 7:30 p.m., at Hahn Hall at Santa Barbara’s Music Academy.

The program includes Jacot and Zahharenkova performing Bach’s Sonata in A Major for Flute & Obbligato Harpsichord, BWV 1032, one of the gems of the flute literature, and French composer André Jolivet’s blazing Chant de Linos, a virtuosic showpiece filled with technical gymnastics for both flute and piano.

Jacot is also featured on Rome Prize winner Christopher Cerrone’s Liminal Highway, a “supremely enchanting and hypnotic (work with) stunning harmonies” (Limelight Magazine) for flute (doubling on piccolo and beer bottles) and immersive electronics. Zahharenkova is spotlighted on Haydn’s Adagio in F, H. XIVV, No. 9, an exquisite solo sonata for keyboard, and demonstrates her harpsichord genius on Kryštof Mařatka’s Melopa, which the Czech composer himself describes as “a haunting and unpredictable gallop.”

For tickets ($75 at The Huntington, Hahn Hall and Zipper Hall; $80 at Janet and Ray Scherr Forum) and information visit www.cameratapacifica.org.

SLO Friends of the Library returns to the Vets Hall for the 45th Anniversary of our large book sale event from February 29 to March 3. FOL Members will have early access to the sale on February 29 from 3 - 9 pm, followed by public sales on March 1 - 3 from 9 am to 6 pm daily. FOL memberships may be purchased in advance at slofol.org or beginning at 2:30 at the Vets Hall on February 29. 40,000 books, CDs, and DVDs for children, teens, and adults will be on sale across numerous categories. Most books will be priced at $1.50 per inch; CDs and DVDs at $.50 each. On Sunday, March 3, prices will be reduced further to $5/bag or $10/box from 1 to 6 PM. There will also be a specialty sale area for higher-value books. Come out and support the SLO Library!