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Mariachi Herencia de México – La Nueva Generación Tour at the Rio Theatre

¡Viva el mariachi! A new generation takes mariachi to whole new heights—2x Latin GRAMMY®-nominee Mariachi Herencia de México pushes the boundaries of traditional mariachi music. Simultaneously honoring the past, celebrating the present, and creating the future of mariachi music, Mariachi Herencia de México presents an electrifying and unforgettable night of Mexican music and culture. The […]

Hilary Gardner – On the Trail with the Lonesome Pines

Be sure to join us early for a 6:30 PM pre-show conversation between Hilary Gardner, guitarist Justin Poindexter, and Kuumbwa Jazz Executive Director Chanel Enriquez! Dinner Special: Grilled Steelhead Trout Herb Sauce Rice Pilaf House Salad  & Baguette *meat or veggie chili will be available to order at the counter – – – Vocalist Hilary […]

Master Class: Jaron Lanier – Music & The Future of Humanity feat. Free Waves, Harper Simon, Haruka Fujii & Santa Cruz Symphony Members

Jaron Lanier is a musician, computer scientist, visual artist, writer, technologist, and futurist who is considered a founder of the field of virtual reality. In Music & The Future of Humanity Lanier will be joined by the Free Waves trio, featuring Tim Jackson and Zack Olsen, singer/songwriter Harper Simon, Haruki Fujii and members of the […]

Holly Near – Songs, Stories & Breathe – With Pianist Jan Martinelli

After 50 years of bold work, Holly Near is still one of the most consistent and well informed voices for change. Her work is loving, challenging, funny, thought-provoking, and remains rooted in the global community. As an outspoken singer and ambassador for peace, Holly brings a unique integration of world consciousness and self-evaluation, always growing […]

Molly Miller Trio

Dinner Special: Green Curry with Steelhead Trout, Winter Squash & Spinach Basmati Rice House Salad & Baguette *meat or veggie chili will be available to order at the counter – – – Everything in Molly Miller’s career has come organically. The Los Angeles guitarist and songwriter has followed the path in front of her with […]

Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas

The musical partnership between consummate performer Alasdair Fraser, "the Michael Jordan of Scottish fiddling", and brilliant Californian cellist Natalie Haas spans the full spectrum between intimate chamber music and ecstatic dance energy. Over the last 20 years of creating a buzz at festivals and concert halls across the world, they have truly set the standard […]

Sin Sisters Burlesque & Drag – Halloween Show

Sin Sisters Burlesque & Drag is the premier headliner review in Santa Cruz, CA. Produced by Cyanide Cyn, a local queer femme, Sin Sisters is committed to providing a stellar theatrical experience and a safe, inclusive space for its audiences, performers and crew. info/ticket/questions:  sinsisterssc@gmail.com  |  Sin Sisters Facebook

Let the Caged Bird Sing III – A Benefit Concert for Survivors

A vibrant, gorgeous evening of neo-soul with the Musical Soulmates Performers Collaborative. Taking the stage will be Kate Saphir Alm, piano & director; Etienne Franc, bass; Zack Olsen, drums; along with vocalists Anthony Jones, Gina René, Ariel Thiermann and Candace Johnson, They are joined by Sage Clearleaf, teen sensation Jocelyn Reyes, and a special guest appearance by Alexandra The Author.  Expect a vocal […]

ARTEMIS feat. Renee Rosnes, Ingrid Jensen, Nicole Glover, Noriko Ueda & Allison Miller

Dinner Special: Roast Chicken Salsa Verde Roasted Dry Farmed Early Girl Tomatoes Chard Gratin Baguette *meat or veggie chili will be available to order at the counter – – – Founded by pianist and composer Renee Rosnes, ARTEMIS is a powerful ensemble of instrumental virtuosos. Along with Rosnes, the quintet consists of trumpeter Ingrid Jensen, […]

Jeong Lim Yang – Zodiac Trio

South Korean bassist Jeong Lim Yang has performed extensively on the New York City scene since 2011. Her debut album as a leader and composer titled Déjà Vu (Fresh Sound, 2017), won NPR's ‘Best Debut Album of the Year.’ Yang released two albums with the experimental Brooklyn-based collective known as *Mute*—the self-titled album (Fresh Sound, […]

Becca Stevens

Dinner Special: Braised Cannellini Beans & Chicken with Sweet Potatoes, Mushrooms and Spinach in a Spicy Coconut Broth House Salad & Baguette *meat or veggie chili will be available to order at the counter – – – Twice GRAMMY-nominated singer/songwriter Becca Stevens has forged a unique career, blending pop, jazz, indie-rock, folk, and world music […]

Benny Green – Solo

Dinner Special: Braised Salmon with Szechuan Pepper, Ginger & Tamari Rice House Salad & Baguette *meat or veggie chili will be available to order at the counter – – – Benny Green was born in New York City in 1963 and grew up in Berkeley California. His father, who played the tenor saxophone, introduced him […]

Riley Mulherkar

Dinner Special: Pistachio & Herb Stuffed Chicken Roasted Potatoes House Salad & Baguette *meat or veggie chili will be available to order at the counter – – – Trumpeter Riley Mulherkar is a founding member of The Westerlies and in 2024 released his debut album Riley, hailed as “one of the best debut records to […]

Hristo Vitchev & Jivko Petrov

Dinner Special: Spicy Lamb Meatballs Tahini Yogurt Sauce Rice Pilaf Salad & Baguette *meat or veggie chili will be available to order at the counter – – – In this unique duo setting, guitarist Hristo Vitchev and pianist Jivko Petrov seek to explore the multihued sonic tapestry of the modern cross-cultural and dynamic world we […]

Rachael & Vilray at the Rio Theatre

Since their formation in 2015, Brooklyn-based duo Rachael & Vilray have achieved a certain timeless quality with their singular take on traditional pop. Though rooted in the language of an earlier age, their songs transcend nostalgia with wit and a flair for the theatrical. On their third album West of Broadway, vocalist Rachael Price (also […]

Simon Moullier Quartet

Award-winning vibraphonist, composer, arranger and producer, Simon Moullier has distinguished himself as one of the leading voices of his generation. After being mentored by Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and Jimmy Heath at the Thelonious Monk Institute, and Darren Barrett at Berklee College of Music, he has since worked with Gerald Clayton, Ben Wendel, […]

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