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SUMMARY:Des Eaux; Prince Diabate\, Steve McCormick & Greg Ellis & Heather Donavon
DESCRIPTION:Des Eaux is a collaborative sink-in Sound Experience & cross-pollination of Africa and the blues. Beginning with Sound Bowl opening.\n\n\nDes Eaux is a collaborative sink-in Sound Experience & venture between producer guitarist Steve McCormick (Studebaker\, Love Me in the Dark)\, master Guinean Kora player Prince Diabate and renowned percussionist Greg Ellis. It is a cross-pollination of Africa and the blues\, akin to Ry Cooder’s Talking Timbuktu project with Ali Farka  Toure.  \nHeather Donovan  will both open the performance with a crystal bowl sound healing and add her vocals to Des Eaux.   \nThe music is hypnotic and healing and the entire experience will be transportive. Attendees will be encouraged to sit on the Many Moroccan rugs and Corazon’s pillows\, close their eyes and let the music take them. Yoga mats would not be a bad idea. \n$20 bucks or Companion Discount for 2 is $30 \nSpecial Corazon Membership price is $10 bucks (with current monthly active membership) \nBYOB allowed.  Free parking. Great food next door at Endless Color pizza. \n\nSteve McCormick – Guitars \nPrince Diabate – Kora and Kamalen Ngoni \nGreg Ellis – Hand Drums and Percussion \n\nalso:  \n\nHeather Donavon – Crystal Bowls and Voice \n\nABOUT THE PERFORMERS: \nSteve McCormick  \nKnown for his songwriting and guitar playing\, Steve McCormick is also quietly establishing a reputation for  producing independent artists and helping to bring their music to fruition. With more than 30 albums under  his belt\, including Topanga faves like Tim O’Gara\, Amilia K Spicer and Old Bull\, seven full length albums of  his own\, and recent offerings by The Wholesome (July 2023)and Mark Joseph (Nov 2023)\, McCormick’s work  is steadily and beautifully unfolding.  \nOn his newest project\, a collaboration born with percussionist Greg Ellis\, McCormick is venturing into world  music. Since bringing on the master Kora player Prince Diabaté\, the music has taken on an authentic African  sound\, but with McCormick’s recording and production acumen\, a truly extraordinary thing is happening.   \nFor this “Des Eaux” event\, Corazon Performing Arts will be treated to a rare presentation of this music. The  three key members of the project will explore making this music live in front of your eyes and ears.  \nEllis\, Diabaté and McCormick will present several of the pieces from the upcoming album\, as well as delving  into some improvisations and sharing their unique talents in solo settings.  \n \nPrince Diabaté  \nPrince Diabaté hails from a prominent\, Malinké family from Guinea\, West Africa. He learned his art from his  father\, Djéli Sori Diabaté. Breaking with tradition\, his father also taught Prince’s mother\, Hadja Djéli Sira  Cissoko\, to play kora. The young boy became an exceptionally early starter by accompanying his parents to  their concerts throughout West Africa. Despite his father’s disapproval\, he decided to make music his life.  When he was eight years old\, former Guinean President\, Sekou Touré\, came to his home town\, Kindia\, for a  celebration in Independence Square. Braving the outraged soldiers and his own fear\, the young musician  grasped his kora\, threw himself at the President’s feet and played a special song for him. Greatly touched by  his skill and audacity\, Sekou Touré became his benefactor\, enrolling him into the National Children’s Theatre  in Conakry. At 16 years of age\, in Abidjan\, Ivory Coast\, he stumbled upon a videocassette of Jimi Hendrix  and\, inspired by what he heard\, entered an international kora competition. Taking first prize that day he  became known as ‘Prince Diabaté\, Prince of the Kora.’  \nIn 1986 he met the singer\, Amara Sanoh\, and the two started to perform together.In 1990 he won the  “Découvertes” Award\, sponsored by Radio France Internationale. After 12 successful years on the  international festival circuit\, touring in Africa\, Europe\, Canada and the USA the duo disbanded and Prince  Diabate settled in Los Angeles\, USA. Prince Diabate has released four studio albums: Lamaranaa (Buda  Musique/Allegro) in 1993\, New Life (Sunrise Records/Orchard) in 2001\, which features guest artists Michael  Brook and Hassan Hakmoun; Djerelon (Kora Company Collection) was recorded in Guinea\, Conakry in 2006  and is arranged and produced by Kante Manfila\, longtime collaborator of Salif Keita.The album won the  People’s Choice Awards (Vox Populi) in the Independent Music Awards for 2007: World Music (Traditional)  category.  \nHis latest album\, My Music\, was recorded in Guinea\, Conakry in 2022 and features Guinean and French  artists. It was mixed in France and mastered in the USA.  \nConsidered to be one of the leading kora players of his generation\, Prince Diabaté brings not only total  mastery over his ancestral tradition\, but a commitment to renew it through fresh ideas and exchanges with  musicians from many cultures. His years in the USA produced collaborations with artists and groups as  diverse as The New Mexico Symphony Orchestra\, Adam del Monte (Flamenco)\, Grammy winner\, Ozomatli  (Hip-Hop/Latin rock)and Grammy nominee\, Michael Brook. The musically adventurous griot has incorporated  reggae\, rap and blues into his work occasionally punctuated by the funky  \nuse of the wah-wah pedal. Lately he has adapted the music of the Wassolou to his repertoire\, which he plays\,  self-taught on the kamelen n’goni. The result is entirely his own creation: a fresh\, powerful brand of twenty first century Manden music\, which remains strongly rooted in traditional codes and references.  \nIn 2002\, he was a nominee for the LA Weekly Music Awards and the New Times Music Awards. He was also a  finalist in the International Songwriting Contest for 2004 & 2005; and took first prize in the 2005 and  2006 Pacific Songwriting Competition. His work has attracted grants from Arts International; Alliance for  California Traditional Arts; Los Angeles County Arts Commission\, Los Angeles Cultural Affairs Department  and the Durfee Foundation. Prince Diabate also maintains an active schedule as a lecturer on aspects of  Mandinka music. He is also sought after for film and television projects in Hollywood including previous  work with Academy Award winner Hans Zimmer & Grammy Award winner Heitor Pereira.  \nThese days Prince Diabaté divides his time between France\, the USA and Guinea and is often on the move\,  performing with his group. At the end of 2013 the Prince Diabate Music Academy was officially launched in  Guinea. This new academy\, the first privately-funded establishment in Guinea\, is the result of Prince  Diabaté’s desire to create an international music school specializing in stringed instruments and traditional  flute. Construction is still underway and thanks to the encouragement of government ministers in Guinea  and the generosity of private donors an official opening is scheduled for 2023/2024. \nGREG ELLIS : Recognized as one of the more innovative and versatile drummers in the world Greg Ellis has performed  around the world and recorded with musical artists from over 30 countries including  Mickey Hart\, Zakir Hussain\, KODO\, Bickram Ghosh\, Mahsa Vahdat\, Tord Gustavsen\, Yungchen Lhamo\,  Chiwoniso Mairaire\, Sugizo\, Juno Reactor\, Billy Idol and many more.   \nEllis has released many critically acclaimed albums  with his groups Vas and Biomusique as well as his solo album Kala Rupa. His drumming can be heard on  more than 150 film\, television and video game scores\, including 300\, Argo\, The Matrix Reloaded  and Revolutions\, Iron Man\, Body of Lies\, Transformers: Age of Extinction\, Downsizing\, Salem\, Samurai Jack\,  Far Cry 4 and God of War: Ascension.   \nHe has composed music for numerous international film and television projects including the award winning  documentaries Chasing Niagara and The Road to Fallujah.  \nAs a passionate advocate for the healing and therapeutic aspects of organic sound and rhythm\, he has  presented lectures on the topic at various conferences and institutions including The Woolf Institute in  Cambridge\, England and Rutgers University. Ellis is also working on a documentary exploring the lost  languages of rhythm in modern society and the impact of digital culture on music. \n \nHEATHER DONAVON: Heather Donavon is a unique crystal bowl practitioner who combines the “healing” aspects of crystal  alchemy singing bowls with her singing skills to produce a calming and ethereal musical experience.  \nWidely known as a session singer and live performer (Melody Gardot\, Keb’Mo’\, Ben Harper)\, and one half of  the musical group Love Me in the Dark\, Donovan has an incomparable vocal gift. Her voice has been  described as “dusky\,”a mezzo-soprano\, with an earthy soulful quality and wide range.  \nOver the past decade she has been exploring different forms of spirituality and mindfulness\, a journey that  has taken her from yoga\, to meditation\, found a home with crystal singing bowls\, where she can combine her  singular skills in her advocacy for mental wellness.
URL:https://www.corazontopanga.com/event/des-eaux-prince-diabate-steve-mccormick-greg-ellis-heather-donavon/
LOCATION:Corazón Performing Arts\, 125 South Topanga Canyon Boulevard\, Topanga\, CA 90290\, Topanga\, CA\, 90290\, US
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SUMMARY:Twanguero Trio in Topanga Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Fingerpicking Sensation & Spanish guitaris\, Latin rhythms\, blues\, bluegrass\, rockabilly\, American folk\, surf music\, flamenco\, tango\, cumbia\n\n\n Spanish guitar phenomenon El Twanguero is back\, with new compositions and a twangy Cumbia-kinda- night with Jon Cornell on Bass and Jonny Jyemo on drums at eclectic Corazon Performing Arts space in Topanga Canyon\, CA on Friday\, Sept 8th\, 2023 at 9PM for a very special performance. \nTwo Time Latin Grammy Award and Spanish Independent Music Award winning guitarist/vocalist/composer TWANGUERO from Spain (now living in Los Angeles)\, takes you on an epic musical journey. Transporting his audience. \nHis style is a unique\, intriguing blend of Flamenco/rock/blues/music and his “Latin Twang”\, for which he’s known all over the world. Twanguero’s idiosyncratic style is a blend of every genre he likes to play. He’s known for combining classical Spanish guitar\, Latin rhythms\, blues\, bluegrass\, rockabilly\, American folk\, surf music\, flamenco\, tango and exquisite fingerpicking. \nwww.twanguero.com \n9 PM – 11PM  \nCorazon Performing Arts Center\, 125 S. Topanga Blvd\, Topanga\, CA 90290 \n$20 per person \n$30 companion pass for two people.
URL:https://www.corazontopanga.com/event/twanguero-trio-in-topanga-canyon/
LOCATION:Corazón Performing Arts\, 125 South Topanga Canyon Boulevard\, Topanga\, CA 90290\, Topanga\, CA\, 90290\, US
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SUMMARY:Yasmine Azaiez Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Tunisian violinist & vocalist Yasmine Azaiez\, bass player Yosmel Montejo\, guitarist Adam Ratner and percussionist TJ Troy.  Mesmerizing!\n\n\nFriday\, Sept 15th in eclectic Topanga Canyon. An electrifying night\, an extensive palette of sounds with Tunisian violinist\, composer & Vocalist Yasmine Azaiez joined by talented Cuban bass player Yosmel Montejo\, guitarist Adam Ratner and percussionist TJ Troy.  Be mesmerized and dance! Yasmine’s two sets will bounce between traditional and genre-bending and will include playing works from her EP| African Jasmine. \n\n$30 Guaranteed Sit Down Chair Seating\n$20 Pillow seating\, standing/dancing or garden areas ( 2 people for $30)\n2 Sets of Extraordinary Musicianship\nCorazon Membership Discount price: $12 bucks\n\n(1ST SET 9ishPM ) (2ND SET 10:15ishPM)\n\nDOORS OPEN 8:45PM . BYOB allowed. \n\nYASMINE AZAIEZ: \nTunisian/British Violinist\, Composer and Vocalist Yasmine Azaiez studied at the Yehudi Menuhin School in the UK and went on to study at the New England Conservatory in Boston. Well-versed in a diverse array of genres such as Experimental\, Jazz\, Rock and North African music\,  she has performs internationally. She has been sponsored by Wood violins and her Album ‘Fabulous’ was sponsored by Samsung\, Tunisia. \nYasmine Azaiez has been elected one of the 100 future leaders of Tunisia. She was also a finalist of nine violinists in the Global youth competition representing Africa and the Middle East and won second prize in the Young Musician of the Year Sevenoaks  at the age of seventeen. \nYasmine Azaiez created the ‘Yasmine Azaiez Violin Competition\,’ sponsored by the British Council\, which aims to aid Tunisian Violinists in getting exposure and monetary prizes. The second edition is set for 2023. As an actress\, she has appeared in several TV Series and Movies in Tunisia.  In her other interests\, Yasmine and her mother run an Animal Rescue in Tunisia\, ‘The Yasmine Azaiez Animal rescue’ which works to find homes for abused\, homeless and sick animals.  \n \nADAM RATNER is a guitarist\, composer and producer based in Los Angeles\, CA. He was mentored by bassist Charlie Haden and also studied with Larry Koonse\, Alan Pasqua\, and Vince Mendoza.  Adam has shared the stage and worked with musicians including Larry Goldings\, David Binney\, Ravi Coltrane\, Louis Cole\, Genevieve Artadi\, Sam Amidon\, KNOWER\, Sam Wilkes\, Sam Gendel\, Tim Lefebvre\, Pedro Martins\, Nate Wood\, Frederico Heliodoro\, Antonio Loureiro\, Darek Oleszkiewicz\, Ben Wendel\, Jack Conte\, Fabiano Do Nascimento\, and Niia. His videos with Louis Cole Big Band have totaled over 5-million views on YouTube. He has been recognized at Lincoln Center in New York City as a winner of the ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Awards. \nAdam has toured with the experimental pop-electronic group KNOWER\, including performances throughout the west coast and at the SF Jazz Festival.  \n \nT.J. TROY -Multi Percussionist \nGrammy® Award-winning artist T.J. Troy combines an eclectic knowledge of percussion from around the world with his innate musicality to create a distinct and powerful voice in the world of contemporary percussion. A prolific force in the studio or the concert hall\, T.J. has established himself as one of the most multifaceted and sought-after percussion artists in Los Angeles music circles. He has received global recognition for his virtuosic performances on traditional Arabic percussion instruments and has performed with such artists as Mamak Khadem\, Omar Faruk Tekbilek\, Sahba Motallebi\, Emil Richards\, and Cirque du Soleil. \n \nYOSMEL MONTEJO\, Bass \n A Cuban native\, Yosmel Montejo is notable mostly for his mastery\, passion\, and keen sense of musical style. Showcasing his versatility and unique musical approach as a bassist\, he has been able to perform in various genres of music with well-known artists such as Colin Hay (Men At Work)\, Stanley Jordan\, Kamasi Washington\, Poncho Sanchez\, Oscar De Leon\, Luis Enrique\, Nestor Torres\, Arturo Sandoval\, and Andres Levin (just to mention a few). His blend of Latin\, Jazz\, Funk\, Rock\, and Flamenco is notable not just in his sound but also in his work as an arranger and composer.
URL:https://www.corazontopanga.com/event/yasmine-azaiez-ensemble/
LOCATION:Corazón Performing Arts\, 125 South Topanga Canyon Boulevard\, Topanga\, CA 90290\, Topanga\, CA\, 90290\, US
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SUMMARY:Mystical Music of the Middle East| Yuval Ron Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Mystical Music of the Middle East featuring the stunning and inspiring Arabic vocalist Najwa Gibran| Yuval Ron Ensemble in Topanga Canyon\n\n\nFri Sept 22\, 2023 at Corazon in Topanga Canyon. \n \nYuval Ron Ensemble featuring the stunning and inspiring Arabic vocalist Najwa Gibran\, Armenian woodwind master Norik Manoukian\, and percussionist Jamie Papish performing their classic Mystical Music of the Middle East concert at Corazon on Fri Sept 22 2023 at 8pm PST. With tantalizing dance by Ariel and artistic director and oud master Yuval Ron. Join us to dance\, sing\, and be elevated with the mystical and inspiring music and dance of Yuval Ron Ensemble! \nYUVAL RON ENSEMBLE \n\nYuval Ron – Oud\, Story Teller & Musical Director\nNajwa Gibran – Arabic vocalist \nNorik Manoukian –Armenian woodwind master\n Jamie Papish –percussionist Jamie Papish\ntantalizing dance by Ariel\n\nJoin us for an inspiring and uplifting experience. \n$35 GUARANTEED SIT-DOWN CHAIR SEATING or Discount for 2 people $60 \n$20 First Come first serve Pillow\, standing\, garden.  Bring Your Own refreshments. \n$20 GUARANTEED SIT-DOWN CHAIR CORAZON MONTHLY MEMBERS  \nDOORS OPEN 7:30PM  \nCONCERT 8PM -9:30PM \nLimited inside chair seating with first come first serve\,  pillows and standing\,  and secret Corazon garden outdoor courtyard and spaces for enjoyment.
URL:https://www.corazontopanga.com/event/mystical-music-of-the-middle-east-yuval-ron-ensemble/
LOCATION:Corazón Performing Arts\, 125 South Topanga Canyon Boulevard\, Topanga\, CA 90290\, Topanga\, CA\, 90290\, US
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SUMMARY:Dylan Bailey Album Release Show
DESCRIPTION:DYLAN BAILEY is a singer/songwriter making her live debut and celebrating her album release\n\n\nSaturday\, September 23rd! Join us for an evening of music at the oh so lovely Corazon Performing Arts in Topanga Canyon to celebrate the release of Dylan Baileys first project ‘Misty’. \nDebuting with a full band and opening support from the extraordinary Addy Idol\, the evening is sure to be one to remember. Surprises may occur.\n \nDoors at 9pm\n \n \nBYOB. $15 or companion pass for 2 people at $20
URL:https://www.corazontopanga.com/event/dylan-bailey-album-release-show/
LOCATION:Corazón Performing Arts\, 125 South Topanga Canyon Boulevard\, Topanga\, CA 90290\, Topanga\, CA\, 90290\, US
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SUMMARY:Promised Land 8 | A Grateful Dead Music Happening in Topanga Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Promised Land 8: A Grateful Dead Celebratory Music Happening!\n\n\nCorazon & Kentyah are proud to present the latest installment of the wildly popular improvisational Grateful Dead series in Topanga Canyon!!  \nPROMISED LAND \nCome shake your bones\, spin or move your body and let your spirit ride on the waves of sound\, rhythm and tones that bring us back to the spiritual wellspring that is the music and influence of the Grateful Dead!!  \n\nSpecial Guest\n\nMichael Whitehorse-Native American Flute\n\n\nAshton Slater-Guitar/Vox\n\nJoe Kuras-Drums\n\nKentyah Fraser-Percussion\n\nMichael Russeck-Keys/Vox\n\nTom Camillo-Bass\n\nZack Lodmer-Clarinet \n\nWe will be jammin out on many GD and Dead inspired classics and taking them into cosmic zones unheard before!! There will be a special Drum>Space inspired set break !!! \nThis is not only a performance\, it is an invitation for the Deadhead community to come hang out\, to commune and to share transcendent moments of insight and bliss that not even Bear could have conceived of!! Come  take The Golden Road past the Dark Star in search of the eternal Promised Land and more….!!! \n$20 bucks full musician support! $30 for 2 people.  \n$10 Financial Hardship and Corazon Membership Price. \nBYOB allowed and NO hard alcohol!
URL:https://www.corazontopanga.com/event/promised-land-8-a-grateful-dead-music-happening-in-topanga-canyon/
LOCATION:Corazón Performing Arts\, 125 South Topanga Canyon Boulevard\, Topanga\, CA 90290\, Topanga\, CA\, 90290\, US
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