Performance Schedule

At The Salute Celebration On Friday Evening

Celebrating Coming of Age in Sonoma's Secret Spaces

Casino Royale

Gather in Sonoma Plaza for a sparkling wine reception and unveiling of the annual Sonoma Salute to the Arts art competition exhibit, then off to travel around the world: Sonoma's Secret Spaces - each with its own version of Coming of Age!

Cut the rug at 21 Club at Sonoma Court Shops with Casino Royale, pop,rock and soul at it’s finest. One of the most danceable and popular bands ever to grace the stage at the Salute Celebration is back!

At Club Vingt et un à Chateau Sonoma, enjoy French Vocals and instrumentals with Thibaut & Friends as you taste, sip, swirl, and peruse the courtyard furnished with European antiques.

Slip into the mystic of India at Ekees Club with music by students of the Ali Akbar College of Music in the secluded courtyard behind Zagora and Sonoma Silver Shop.

Don't miss the flavors of Italy with vibrant Italian accordian by Christopher Eising at Club Ventuno in Red Wolf Gallery and Sign of the Bear.

Ole! Enjoy dance by Ballet Folklórico and tropical cumbis sounds by Grupo Musical Invasión at Club Viente Uno in El Paseo de Sonoma.

Gather at Club 21 in the Sonoma Court Shops courtyard at 10 p.m. to turn in your passport ~STAMPED IN EACH AND EVERY SECRET SPACE. One LUCKY guest will win a Holland America cruise for two.

At Salute To The Arts in Sonoma Plaza on Saturday & Sunday, July 29 & 30

GRINSTEAD MEMORIAL AMPHITHEATER

Saturday

Spiral Mystics

10:30 Spiral Mystics
The Spiral Mystics play a unique mix of Folk, Bluegrass, Celtic, Hawaiian, Appalachian, Blues and Rock ‘n Roll. Feature Vivien Hoyt on guitar, harmonium and harmonica; Curtis Duff on banjo, pedal steel guitar, Irish harp and dobra; Ananta on violin; Tom Mebust on bass; and Steve Cohen
on drums.
707.939.8691

Asher & Paige | Shelby Summers

2:00 Asher & Paige
Bay Area vocalists and songwriters Lynn Asher and Allyson Paige are without a doubt two of the hottest female rockers around. After years of performing with their own bands, Asher & Paige together are a tour de force of rock, blues, funk and a hint of country. Asher & Paige will showcase their original material and music from some of their favorite songwriters creating rich vocal landscapes that pack a powerful punch. Their sell out shows at the legendary Sweetwater Saloon in Mill Valley always include an array special guest artists who sit in such as Raz Kennedy, Narada Michael Walden, James Nash, Tal Morris and Michael Peloquin, to name a few. Asher & Paige are backed by a group of talented musicians; Mike Emerson on keyboards, Rob Fordyce on bass, James DePrato on guitar, and guest on drums.

Award winning guest vocalist Shelby Summers of Sonoma will also perform with Asher & Paige. For booking please contact Raz Productions.
415-401-7176

Jessie Turner

4:15 Jessie Turner
Singer songwriter Jessie Turner brings a stirring voice to the pop rock scene performing her own compositions that display soaring vocals and passionate lyrics. A Salute to the Arts favorite!
SolSiren Productions 510.535.1155

Sunday

David Correa & Cascada

10:30 David Correa & Cascada
Passionate, exotic, and definitely energetic music with exhilarating melodies and captivating rhythms of Rumba Flamenco - World Music
707.570.0882

2:00 Asher & Paige
See Saturday

Tudo Bem

4:15 Tudo Bem
Tudo Bem means “everything is fine” in Portuguese. It is also a common greeting in Brasil. The band plays an assortment of Rock, Rhythm and Blues, Funk, Swing, Jazz, Latin, Reggae and even a Polka, for dancing and listening. Tudo Bem features David Aguilar on Guitar, vocals, and percussion, Peter McCauley on bass, vocals, keyboards, and percussion, Patrick O’Connell on drums and percussion. Tudo Bem’s members have played together for more than 18 years.
707.567.4700

PLAYGROUND STAGE

Saturday

Ballet Folklórico Torres Jaliscienses

11:00 Ballet Folklórico Torres Jaliscienses
Traditional folk dances from Mexico by young adults proud to share their Mexican heritage
707.996.3114

11:45 Sonoma Valley High School Music Department
Summer of Love
707.933.4010

12:30 1/2 Pint Djiin
French Gpysy Folk Funk Fusion. Dgiin's unique style encompasses various cultures and influences, with songs sung mainly in French. Their lively shows draw rave reviews. 1/2 Pint Dgiin performs in smaller and acoustical settings.
707.869.3808

2:00 Wingin' It

3:00 David Correa & Cascada
Passionate, exotic, and definitely energetic music with exhilarating melodies and captivating rhythms of Rumba Flamenco - World Music!
(photo above under Grinstead Memorial Amphitheater)
707.570.0882

Sunday

11:00 Maria Carillo High School Quintet

12:00 Sonoma Community Center
Presents Jewel and The Rhythm Ride - performance poetry to music.
707.938.4626

1:00 Sonoma Hometown Band
Traditional march music. An all-volunteer, non-profit band.
707.996.3413

2:00 1/2 Pint Djiin
French Gpysy Folk Funk Fusion. Dgiin's unique style encompasses various cultures and influences, with songs sung mainly in French. Their lively shows draw rave reviews. 1/2 Pint Dgiin performs in smaller and acoustical settings.
707.869.3808

3:00 Grupo Musical Invasión
Grupo Musical Invasión excites audiences with the tropical cumbis sounds of southern Mexico. Vengan a bailar con Invasión!
707.996.5898

In the Horseshoe ~ Saturday & Sunday ~ All Day

Bob Culbertson
A panoply of one-man improvisations
performed on The Stick, a ten string electric bass and guitar combination instrument.
408.267.1407

See Benefitting Organizations for additional information on community organizations that will be participating in, and benefitting from, Salute to the Arts

Many of the performers who lend their talents to Salute to the Arts offer CDs and tapes for sale

Menu, Wine List, and Performance Schedules are “as of press time,” and are subject to change.

See Also:

• Calendar of Events
• The Menu
• Wine List
• Craft Brews & Beverages
• Art Tasting in Sonoma Plaza
• Salute Celebration - Friday evening
• Salute to the Arts - Saturday & Sunday
• Live Auction & Dinner - Saturday evening
• Ticket Information

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