Parents, Teachers, Friends and Relatives, expose the student/child in your life to music as early as possible. Here are some free events around the city that you can take advantage of.
This year marks the 15th annual Culver City Music Festival, presented by the Culver City Redevelopment Agency, featuring 9 weeks of free concerts every Thursday night.
When: Thursday nights at 7 pm from July 9th through September 3rd
Where: City Hall Courtyard, 9770 Culver Blvd. at Duquesne, Culver City, CA
Parking Free parking in the City Hall parking structure.
Info: (310) 253-5716, www.culvercitymusic.org
Live Music at Hollywood & Highlands -- FREE
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Every Tuesday, June 3 - August 25 from 7 to 9pm
Join Hollywood & Highland Center and KJAZZ 88.1 FM for the 5th annual Wine, Jazz and Moonlight series presented by Shell Vacations all summer long beginning June 3rd. Enjoy free concerts by some of the country's top jazz performers every Tuesday from 7 to 9pm in the central courtyard of Hollywood and Highland Center during the months of June, July and August. The event is FREE to the public and a wine tasting donation with wine provided by Wente Vineyards benefits Project Angel Food.Fridays Off the 405 are now Saturdays Off the 405! Enjoy outdoor music and evening views of the city and drink in the refreshing summer exhibitions in a casual and spontaneous atmosphere. The evenings feature performances by your soon-to-be favorite bands, along with DJ sets to open and close the night. A cash bar is stocked with Getty-tinis and more, and the Garden Terrace Cafe offers sandwiches, salads, and other nibbles (both until 8:30 p.m.)
Annual Central Avenue Jazz Festival -- FREE
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Two days of jazz performances pay tribute to “The Avenue,” as Central Avenue was known during its renaissance years from the 1920s through the 1950s. Ethnic cuisine and arts and crafts are available for sale, and educational booths provide community information.WHEN: July 25 & 26, Saturday 11 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 noon – 7:30 p.m.
SITE: Central Ave. between 42nd and 43rd Sts., around the historic Dunbar Hotel, Los Angeles
Twilight Dance and Music at the Santa Monica Pier -- FREE
The 25th Annual Santa Monica Pier Twilight Dance Series will begin on June 25 and will run through August 27, 2009. For ten Thursday evenings during the summer from 7-10pm, prepare to sing, dance, or just rock out to the best in Reggae, folk, rock and eclectic world music.
When: Thursdays at 7:00 pm from June 25 through August 27, 2009
Parking: 2030 Barnard Way lot, a four to six-minute walk from the concert.
Info: (310) 458-8900, www.twilightdance.org
FREE Summer Concerts in the Park - Levitt Pavilion - Pasadena Sun 7:00 PM Headliner Artists Perform - All Summer Starting June 21 Wed 7:00 Children's Entertainment Hour
Thurs 7:30 PM, Fri and Sat 8 PM - All Summer Location: The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts is in the heart of Old Pasadena at Memorial Park, right off the Fair Oaks exit from the 210 freeway, and on the corner of Walnut and Raymond.
Info: 626.683.3230, http://www.levittpavilionpasadena.org/calender.php 2009 Summer Concert Season at Levitt Pavilion - Macarthur Park
Located in Macarthur Park, the Levitt Pavilion offers fifty concerts this summer, featuring internationally recognized musicians and critically acclaimed performers. Enjoy music from around the world and across America with family and friends!
WHEN: July through August, Wednesdays through Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 6:30 p.m.
SITE: Levitt Pavilion, West 6th st., and South Park View St., Los Angeles
Long Beach Municipal Band Summer Concert Series -- FREE
The Long Beach Municipal Band is in its 100th season, making it the longest surviving, municipally-supported band in the country. The annual summer concert series provides a chance for neighbors and families to gather outdoors for a relaxing evening of entertainment and music. You are welcome to bring your picnic basket, blankets, and lawn chairs.
WHEN: Late June through August, 6:30 p.m.
SITE: Various parks located throughout the city
Downtown Burbank’s Summer Music Series -- FREE
Join us for nine amazing nights of great music and dancing under the stars on the AMC Walkway (at Palm Avenue and San Fernando Boulevard) in Downtown Burbank. Festivities start at 6:00 P.M. with free dance lessons by Francisco and Stacey of The Dance Family Studio (thedancefamily.com). Then at 7:00 P.M., the two-hour concert begins and everyone hits the dance floor! WHEN: Thursday evenings in July & August
Enjoy a rare glimpse inside of the world-renowned Fender Custom Shop where many of the most sought-after electric guitars are born. Through this educational program, guests will discover how the Fender Custom Shop has combined Fender's rich legacy to set the standard in custom and high-end products and design for today's top artists. This program features Mike Eldred, Director, Fender Custom Shop, an expert craftsman who has worked closely with artists such as John Mayer, Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck. Joining Eldred is Yuriy Shishkov, Senior Master Builder, Fender Custom Shop who has collaborated with a range of top artists, including late shredder Dimebag Darrell of Pantera and Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin.