Today's segment featured an interview and
performance with Derick Sebastian
On today's segment we heard selections from Derick's latest CD "From His Heart"
Including: "Oye Como Va"
"Monterey Drive"
and
"Tribute To Eddie Bush" (Performed Live in studio)
More info about Derick can be found here: http://www.dericksebastian.com
Derick performing at the NAMM show in Anaheim
Recent "Ukulele Spotlight" shows can be heard here.
This show is also podcast, here is the xml link : 
November 2009 Southern California Ukulele Events
Aloha!
Here's some great events of interest to Ukulele and Hawaiiana fans to see, hear and do this month in Southern California.
Check the list for events that appeal to you, and mark your calendars!
Wednesday November 4th 10 am
Pineapple Jam will have a jamboree in the mountains. Bring a lunch drink and something to share with others, we will be joining Loma Linda Strummers.
Where: Camp Morningstar
42727 Hwy 38
East on the 10 Freeway to Yucaipa Blvd
Take Yucaipa Blvd to Bryant Street
Left on Bryant until it deadends
Right up the Mountain toward Big Bear
Follow Sr38 past Jenks Lake Road West
The last intersection you pass is Baron Flats Road, if you reach Jenks Road East you have gone too far.
Follow the UKE Signs.
Call Glenn Clement for any information 951-836-8393
Saturday, November 7 8PM
Del Rey - Del Rey's show is full of complex guitar and ukulele grooves and sly humor.
Her playing combines country blues, stride piano, classic jazz and hillybilly boogie.
“Del has it all. . .great player, great arrangements, she can sing, and tells great stories."
www.hobemianrecords.com
Boulevard Music
4316 Sepulveda Blvd.,Culver City,
CA 90230
(310) 398-2583 http://www.boulevardmusic.com
Saturday November 14 7PM
JANET KLEIN & The Parlor Boys.......
Ukulele Chanteuse Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys will bring you a rollicking feast for the ears, eyes and heart! Janet and her distinctive musician pals bring to life "Obscure, Naughty and Lovely tunes of the 1910s, 20s & 30s, delivering a bundle of spirited and inspired renditions of cleverly fun but forgotten Tin Pan Alley, early hot jazz, saucy bits and late ragtime gems. These merrymakers zestfully branch into obscure vaudeville and Vitaphone numbers, Hawaiian, Yiddish novelty tunes, French and Italian knock-out ballads.
The Parlor Boys feature Ian Whitcomb, on accordion and ukulele (A Backstage favorite), as well as Tom Marion on guitar, banjo & mandolin, alumni of R. Crumb's Cheap Suit Serenaders, along with a bevy of hot musicians on Hawaiian lapsteel guitar, washboard, violin, upright piano, cornet etcetera.
Watch our for the Charming and Alarming Ms. Klein!
Coffee Gallery Backstage
2029 N. Lake
Altadena, Ca. 91001
Reservations/Information: (626) 398-7917
November 19th - 22nd
Jake Shimabukuro hits SoCal.
Here is a list of the shows, events and some info:
A "jklub" event is coming up on November 21st. Jake is set to play a string of shows in Southern California. One of these shows lands in Rancho Cucamonga at the lovely Victoria Gardens Cultural Center on Nov. 21 (Saturday).
We are planning to have a jklub gathering the day of this show. Activities will include an unplugged performance, special photo shoot, "Talk Story With Jake" session where Jake will speak about his life and musical career. Plus giveaways which include free concert tickets, rare merchandise, and retail albums. To attend the event each member must purchase a ticket for the show that night (November 21 in Rancho Cucamonga). We have a fan club reserved seating block in the first row balcony. Or you may purchase tickets directly from the venue box office. For more information or to reserve your spot for the jklub event, please contact Mitch Berry: mitchberry@jakeshimabukuro.com
Thurs 11.19 7:30PM & 9:30PM - Jake Shimabukuro
Venue: Anthology
1337 India St.
San Diego , CA 92101-3417
Phone: 619-595-0300 URL: http://www.anthologysd.com
Friday 11.20 8:30PM - Jake Shimabukuro
Venue: Grace Theater
102 North Freeman
Oceanside, CA 92054
Phone: 760-721-6876
Event Information: California Surf Festival
General Seating $35 General Seating for California Surf Museum Members $30
Opportunity Drawing and Auction Tickets on Sale online at: http://www.surfmuseum.org To Benefit the California Surf Museum
Saturday 11.21 Time: TBA - Jake Shimabukuro
Fan Club Gathering
Victoria Gardens
12505 Cultural Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
Info: mitchberry@jakeshimabukuro.com URL: http://www.vgculturalcenter.com/
Saturday 11.21 8:00PM - Jake Shimabukuro
Venue: Victoria Gardens
12505 Cultural Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga , CA 91739
Phone: 909-477-2775 URL: http://www.vgculturalcenter.com/
Sunday 11.22 2:00PM - Jake Shimabukuro
Venue: Citrus College - Haugh PAC
1000 W. Foorhill Blvd
Glendora, CA 91741
Phone: 626-963-9411
URL: http://www.haughpac.com
Saturday, November 21 8PM
Ian Whitcomb plus Fred Sokolow
Musicologist, recording artist, author, Grammy Award winner, and ukulele virtuoso Whitcomb sings the style of classic songs that defined America’s native musical tradition—songs of Tin Pan Alley and the ragtime era. “I love his stuff”—George Harrison. Plus Sokolow (That Fretboard Roadmap Guy, and a ton of other books he’s written) and his great renditions of songs of the 30’s and 40’s done with his solid guitar backup. Two fun guys together at the Blvd Music.
www.picklehead.com/ian.html
Boulevard Music
4316 Sepulveda Blvd.,Culver City,
CA 90230
(310) 398-2583 http://www.boulevardmusic.com
Thursday November 26th 11am PST (or 12 Noon TBA)
The monthly "Ukulele Spotlight" segment on KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles, 98.7 FM Santa Barbara and online at KPFK.ORG an interview and performance with legendary Bill Tapia.
This show can also be heard as an audio archive or podcast the afternoon of the 28th here: http://archive.kpfk.org/parchive/index.php?shokey=ukulele
Sunday, November 29 8PM
GIVING THANKS concert featuring music and dance from Hawaii, Brazil and India.
45 musicians and dancers from three of LA’s most creative performing companies come together in a production that draws from the sacred traditions of HAWAII, INDIA & BRAZIL.
Featured artist groups are: Halau Keali'i O Nalani ; Viver Brasil and Shakti Dance Company.
From the magnificent splendor of refined gestures from classical Bharatanatyam dance from India to the poetic, deeply expressive movement and chant from Hawaii and the fiery rhythms of Afro-Brazilian dance and carnival; the shared spirit and intense energy of these 45 dancers and musicians gathered on one stage represents the legacy of their traditions and the vitality of our city - Los Angeles. Giving Thanks is an offering of great technical precision, high collective spirit and a deep understanding of traditional forms.
Part of the festival of Sacred Music
Tickets: $25 Reserved seats; $20 JACCC members; UCLA faculty/staff and $12 Students / Children/ Seniors.
Box Office: 213-680-3700 or log on to www.wac.ucla.edu/cip
For further information, call (310) 206-1335.
Location: Aratani/Japan America Theatre
3rd & Central, Downtown Los Angeles
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Upcoming events of interest to Ukulele Fans:
Bill Tapia's 102nd Birthday Celebration!
Saturday December 5th 12 Noon
Great Hawaiian performers along with master jazz musicians will join Bill on stage while you feast on ono Polynesian food. Expect the unexpected. It will be an afternoon to remember
Each ticket ($48) will be autographed by Bill. Tables of 10 may be reserved. To purchase email Pat Enos at palika@socal.rr.com or call (800) 416-8838
Steven's Steak & Seafood House
5332 Stevens Pl
Commerce, CA 90040-3993
(323) 723-9856 www.stevenssteakhouse.com
Sunday, December 13 7:00PM
Polynesian Performing Arts Presents "Post Cards From Paradise"
The International Touring company the Polynesian Paradise Dancers and the Award winning Academy of Polynesian Performing Arts Presents "Post Cards From Paradise". Come and Share the Memories of paradise with story telling, music and hula dancing. This is a truely unique presentation that should not be missed
Vic Lopez Auditorium
(on the corner of Whittier Ave. and bailey St.)
at Whittier High School 12417 E.Philadelphia St.
Whittier, Ca. 90601
Call (562) 945-2599 for ticket info or email: booking@polynesianparadise.net
Ukulele Cruise January 24th - 31st 2010
Join Susan McCormick, Lil' Rev and other great instructors for a fun-filled 7 day cruise to the Mexican Riviera, that includes hours of Ukulele and Hula classes, a welcome aboard party, jam sessions, hula sessions and even a talent show! Additional details are located at: http://www.seacruises.com/uke
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Weekly Events
Every Sunday:
Makena
10:00 am
Center for Inspirational Living
Long Beach Playhouse, Long Beach, California
More Info: http://www.myspace.com/makenamusic
Every Sunday:
Uncle Pete Naluai leads kanikapila music every Sunday morning at Bob's Okazuya.
10am - 4pm
Bob's Okazuya
16814 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA
(310) 515-2250
Every Tuesday:
Ho'alu Tuesdays
Come hear beautiful ki ho'alu performances by members of Southern California Slack Key Society on Tuesday nights at 6 p.m.
Kaisen Sushi Restaurant
1906 Oceanside Blvd. #H
Oceanside, CA - Phone: (760) 757-1484
P.S. Hiki i na mea hula ke hula ma 'o!
Every Friday:
Uncle Henry Kalana Kamae
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Uncle henry and pals play most every Friday night at Bob's Okazuya. Call ahead to be sure he is in.
Bob's Okazuya
16814 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA
(310) 515-2250
Fridays 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Island Breeze
Island Breeze is a talented trio of musicians who play contemporary Hawaiian music. In addition to accompanying the Lokelani's dancers, the band is available to provide entertainment for special events. Roy Asuega leads the group, singing, drumming, and playing guitar. Ron Reyes and Mata Grey play ukulele and bass while providing background vocals. Info: http://www.lokelanisroti.com/islandbreeze/
Garlic Jo's
2332 West Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA
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Ukulele Clubs (Over 15 clubs and counting!)
Every Monday at 9:00 am - 11:00 am
The Hemet Ukulele Club
New members are welcome. Bring your uke, banjo or guitar. Meetings are free.
Meets at The Simpson Center, 305 E. Devonshire Ave., Hemet, CA
Every Monday at 1:00 PM
The Corona Del Mar Ukulele club formerly at the Oasis Senior Center in Corona Del Mar
Everyone is welcome!
Notice: The group has moved to St. Michael's church.
The Oasis senior center is to be razed and rebuilt.
New Address is 3233 Pacific View Dr, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 (949) 644-0463
2nd & 4th fourth Monday evenings 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
The SLO Strummers of the Ukulele Society of the Central Coast. All levels of strummers are welcome!!
Meets at the Art Center in San Luis Obispo
1010 Broad St. (creekside door). For more information, call Carol at: (805)473-3457
Tuesday mornings 9am to 11am
The Loma Linda Ukulele Strummers (around 50 to 70 Ukulele players) meet every Tuesday morning.
For more information call 909 796-8934. All levels are welcome!
Loma Linda Senior Center, 25571 Barton Road, Loma Linda, CA 92354 (corner of Loma Linda Drive and Barton Road - behind the fire station and the library)
Every Tuesday 1-3 pm
Palm Desert Ukulele Strummers
Bring your Uke and join the fun. All levels are welcome.
Call Mike @ 760-835-6891 for more info.
44-600 Monterey Ave. Palm Desert,Ca 92260
Every Tuesday Night 7 - 9 PM
KOLOHE 'UKULELE CLUB
Formed in 2000 & meets for practice at "ISLAND BAZAAR" in Surf City U.S.A. every Tues Night of the month @ 7:pm. Under our Kumu UNCLE HENRY KAMAE, we play Hawaiian & Hapa Haole music and invites ALL levels of 'UKULELE PLAYERS to jam with us Island Style till 9:pm.
KOLOHE has performed at the Southern California Ukulele Festival, the Tiki Beach Fest in Belmont Shore, the Asian & Pacific Islander Council Banquets, the San Dimas Ho'Olaule'a, Aloha-Cruz Island Beach Shows, Bob's Ohana Hawaiian Style Resturant, for many'a Lu'au, Halau performances, festivals, & other functions. Remembah; "Mo 'Ukulele, Mo Beddah" .. Mahalo Nui Loa & A Hui Hou
For more info email kentinhb@verizon.net
Island Bazaar, 16582 Gothard St. "R", Huntington Beach, CA. 92647- 714-843-9350. www.Ukuleleparadise.com
Every Wednesday morning
PINEAPPLE JAM UKULELE CLUB
Beginning class meets from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15:a.m.-Jim Grundy
Full Club meets from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.-Glenn Clement
The Pineapple Jam Ukulele Club, has been meeting in Yucaipa since April 2006.
It is composed of players of all ages with various ability levels, that enjoy singing.
YOU CAN FIND US ON-YOU TUBE-- (PINEAPPLEJAMUKULELE)
http://www.youtube.com/user/PINEAPPLEJAMUKULELE
All new members are welcome to join us, whatever their ability level
Scherer Community Center
12202 First Street (at B Ave) Yucaipa Ca 92399
Phone: 909 797-1177 or 760-326-9230
Pineapple Jam Director Glenn Clement 951-836-8393
Every Wednesday 6 - 9 PM
Moonlight Beach Uke Strummers
A group of about 50 to 75 ukulele strummers (over 200 members on website) in Encinitas, North of San Diego.
BRING YOUR UKES AND JOIN US FOR A FUN TIME.
Members from our group are from many Hawaiian High schools like Kamehameha, Punahou, StLouis, McKinley, AIEA, DAMIEN, MARYKNOLL, ROOSEVELT, FARRINGTON, CASTLE, KAILUA.
Today's Pizza, 481 SANTA FE DR., at the intersection of Hwy 5 and Santa Fe Dr. at the Vons Rite-Aid shopping center in Encinitas.
Wednesdays 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ventura Ukulele Jam
The Ventura Chapter of the Ukulele Society of America hosts its weekly ukulele jam at Java Joe's Coffee House in the Century 16 Center on Johnson Drive in Ventura, CA. Alan Ferentz is the Alaka'i (Conductor). >From Alan -- "Please join us for our ukulele circle sing-along."
Java Joe's @ Century 16 Center, 2950 Johnson Drive, Ventura, CA
Every 1st and 3rd Wed. of the month from 5:30 to 7:30PM
The WINDanSEA Ukulele Strummerrs
meet for fun and the joy of the ukulele.
Everything is free. I even pass out the music for free. We invite all levels of skill. We have some young players, one is 8 and she is a ring terror on the ukulele. The age range is wide and so is the level----who cares, we have a good time.
We are in Pacific Beach. Across the street is La Jolla.
We meet at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall at 853 Torquiise Street.
Every 1st and 3rd Wed. of the month from 5:30 to 7:30PM
The WINDanSEA Ukulele Strummers meet for fun and the joy of the ukulele.
Everything is free. I even pass out the music for free. We invite all levels of skill. We have some young players, one is 8 and she is a ring terror on the ukulele. The age range is wide and so is the level----who cares, we have a good time. Join us!
We are in Pacific Beach. Across the street is La Jolla.
We meet at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall at 853 Torquiise Street.
Every Thursday from 10:30am to 12 noon
THE ORANGE BLOSSOM UKULELE PLAYERS
The Orange Blossom Ukulele Players meet at the Joslyn Senior Center in Redlands CA.
Our collection of songs covers various styles of music: Tin Pan Alley, Country, Spanish, Easy Listening, Hawaiian, etc...Bring your ukulele and be ready to sing with the Orange Blossoms!! We also welcome banjo, guitar, harmonica and other instrumentalists to join us for the fun. For more information call Cathy Ekaitis - (909) 875-1054
Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant Street, Redlands CA.
Thursdays 6:30 PM
'Ukulele Jam' 40 to 50 ukulele players come and strum their hearts out.
We also feature 2 or 3 soloists per session.
Lots of fun. We ask a small donation, but just walk past the "collector" if there is a problem or objection to a donation.
We love and wish to include all ukulele players who wish to come.
Standard American Songs Repetoire...20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's, and so on. Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffet, and a large selection of tunes.
ISLAND BAZAAR, 16582 Gothard St. #R, Huntington Beach, Ca. 92647
Thursdays 6 - 9 pm
Ukulele Society of America (USA)
The group of 50+ ukulele players regularly meets on Thursday evenings in Carlsbad, CA (North San Diego County and South Orange County) to play ukulele, sing, and hula. Conducted by professional entertainer Pat 'Palika' Enos and often aided by the 101 year old, Duke of Uke, Bill Tapia. The nightly format includes instructions and sing-along with Pat and Bill, Guest Conductors leading the group in song, a Kokua Team to help newcomers jam along on their first night, and an Open Mike to encourage advancing members to showcase their stuff. Our goals are to become a fun learning center for aspiring group leaders to learn from the pros and then move on to start and nurture their own groups across the country and to train our group members to lead small groups in outreach performances to the community (Children's hospital and Senior Centers).
All levels of ukulele players welcome. For further information, visit our group website http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/Ukulele_Society_of_America/ and ask Captain Mike to join.
Ocean House of Carlsbad Village (Palm Room)
300 Carlsbad Village Drive, west of the I-5 Carlsbad Village Drive exit, at the intersection with Pacific Coast Highway.
Carlsbad CA
Alternating Thursdays 7:15 - 9:30 PM:
The Jumpin Flea Circus Players Players Of Los Angeles
It's large, eclectic membership gathers twice a month in Sherman Oaks for ukulele fun and fellowship.
The Jumpin Fleas play songs from every time and place, though there's a fondness for tin pan alley, jazz standards, comedy and folk songs. Led by professor of uke Clay Allen, the first hour of the fleas meeting in dedicated to improving the musicianship of the players. The second hour reviews the club's favorite songs of the day. Come join us, won't you. You won't regret it!
Info: http://www.jumpingflea.tumblr.com
Church of the Chimes, 14115 Magnolia Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Every Friday from 10:30am to 12 noon
THE RIO-ALTAS UKULELE CLUB
The Rio-Altas gather at the Rialto Senior Center at 1411 S. Riverside Ave. Rialto, CA.
Our song book contains many styles of music: Tin Pan Alley, Easy Listening, Hawaiian, Spanish, Country etc... Bring your ukulele and be ready to sing with the Rio-Altas!! We also welcome banjo, guitar, harmonica and other instrumentalist to join us for a good time.
For more information call Cathy Ekaitis - (909) 875-1054
Rialto Senior Center,1411 S. Riverside Ave.,Rialto, CA.
Friday mornings 10:30 am
SURF CITY STRUMMERS- meet at Island Bazaar every Friday morning at 10:30am. We play standards of all eras and have opportunities to solo, also. About 40 players show up each week to start the weekend right. Please join us. $5.00 donation requested, but not mandatory. If you're visiting the Southland from out of the area, please come!
Island Bazaar, 16582 Gothard St. "R", Huntington Beach, CA. 92647- 714-843-9350. Ukuleleparadise.com
Saturdays 9:30 am - 11:00 am
The Southbay Strummers
Ukulele strummers of all ages and from all walks of life meet at the
Bartlett Senior Citizens Center, 1318 Cravens Ave., Torrance, California
(310-320-5918)
http://www.ukulelestrummers.com
Saturdays 1 - 2:30pm
Santa Barbara Ukulele/singing group meets every
Saturday at the East Beach Bath House from 1:00 - 2:30pm.
Bring a music stand, ukulele, and a portable chair.
There is street parking on Ninos in front of the Zoo.
Call ahead to make sure they are meeting: Paul Halula at 882-2495
Sundays 5 - 8 pm
Monterey's Ukulele Club
Gianni's Pizza
725 Lighthouse Ave
Monterey, CA. Info: Steve Brooks (831) 624-7022
