Mendocino Sonoma Coast Jazz Festival

Postponed in 2020 - New date TBA

13th Annual Whale and Jazz Festival
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GUALALA
Two seatings Susan Sutton, keyboard; Joel Kruzic, guitar and acoustic bass Musical magic on originals and standards. Dining reservations recommended. (707) 884-3335

POINT ARENA
Kawela Bay Five featuring Chris Doering, guitar; Hal Forman, trumpet; Michael Gold, tenor/soprano sax; Don Watanabe, bass; Gabe Yanez, drums "Cool School" intuitive instrumental interplay meets "hard bop rhythmic propulsion." Swinging standards & more. Paninis, drinks. (707) 882-3215

POINT ARENA
"Lady Be Good, Instrumental Women in Jazz"  Q&A with director Kay Ray via phone or Skype Plus Betty Boop cartoon with Louis Armstrong. Documentary about women's contributions to jazz (1920's-1970's) & development of all-woman groups despite rampant discrimination. Includes rare footage. $10 public/members free. (707) 882-3456

GUALALA
Jodi Smith, Founder of Naked Whale Research and Orca expert captivates audiences with her presentations. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Old State Highway, Gualala, CA.. (707) 884-1138

POINT ARENA
Paul McCandless Trio McCandless, oboe, bass clarinet, English horn, sax, pennywhistle; Christian Foley Beining, guitar; Tom Shader, upright bass Renowned multi-reedist composer McCandless with two extraordinary accompanists playing fascinating originals & standards. Location: 790 Port Rd Point Arena, CA. Call: (707) 882-3400, thepierchowderhouse.com 

POINT ARENA
Pt. Arena Film Festival in partnership with the 13th Annual SF International Ocean Film Festival showcasing lms depicting the power & mystery of the ocean (whales, wildlife & more). Sponsored by the Greater Farallones Marine Sanctuary. Location: Arena Theater, 214 Main St., Point Arena, CA. (707) 882-3456, arenatheater.org

THE SEA RANCH LODGE
Ian Scherer, guitar; Joel Kruzic, acoustic bass & guitar Glowing renditions of Gypsy Jazz, Latin & standards. Black Point Grill, reservations recommended. (707) 785-2371

GUALALA
Yancie Taylor Quintet featuring James Bailey (Taylor, vibes; Bailey, sax & flute; Glen Pearson, piano; Pierre Archain, upright bass; Ran Zell Merritt, Sr., drums) Plus The Gypsy Trio (Ian Scherer, guitar; Joel Kruzic, guitar; Michael Price, bass) 2016 "Festival Youth Discovery" guitarist 17-year-old Brian Hingerty joins headliners Art Edibles sushi available. $28- $33, ages 7-17 free. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Old State Highway, Gualala, CA.. (707) 884-1138 brownpapertickets.com

POINT ARENA
Poet Jason Bayani and Poets Jazz Ensemble Acclaimed poet reading his works, accompanied by spontaneous improvised jazz. Open poets mic. Location: 215 Main, 215 Main St., Point Arena, CA. Food & drink. (707) 882-3215

GUALALA
Barneby's Hot Four (Tom Barnebey, cornet; Robert Young, reeds; Carl Lundsford, banjo, guitar; Marty Eggers, bass) Proud & authentic New Orleans Traditional Jazz & Chowder Challenge $20-$25 includes 15 tasting tickets & commemorative glass. Free admission for music only. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Old State Highway, Gualala, CA. (707) 884-1138, brownpapertickets.com

POINT ARENA
Kaleo Larson Quintet (Kaleo Larson, trumpet; Tim Mueller, guitar; Chris Doering, guitar; Keith Abrams, bass; Gabe Yanez, drums) Straight-ahead, luminous versatility. Food & drink available. Location: Location: 215 Main, 215 Main St., Point Arena, CA. (707) 882-3215

POINT ARENA
Paul Mueller, tenor sax; Kaleo Larson, trumpet; Tim Mueller, guitar; Chris Doering, guitar; Keith Abrams, bass guitar; Gabe Yanez, drums Scorching James Brown groove! Dancing, food & drink available. Location: 215 Main, 215 Main St., Point Arena, CA.  (707) 882-3215

THE SEA RANCH
Mad Cow with Harrison Goldberg, reeds; Charlie Vally, vocals; Dorian May, piano; Dorothea May, double bass; Gabe Yanez, drums Infectious vocal and exceptional instrumental showcasing standards and swing. Food & drink available. (707) 785-2371

THE SEA RANCH
Yancie Taylor Trio (Taylor, vibes; Greg Hesten, keyboard; Rob Wright, bass) Masterful & delightful up tempo standards plus gorgeous ballads. Wine tasting. Bring a picnic! (707) 886-5460

POINT ARENA
Queen of boogie woogie piano Wendy DeWitt & superb drummer Kirk Harwood This duo shines with authenticity & romping exuberance. Food & drink available. Location: Garcia River Casino, 22215 Windy Hollow Rd., Point Arena, CA.  (707) 467-5300

GUALALA
Larry Vuckovich, piano; Josh Workman, guitar; Jeff Chambers, upright bass; Fred Adler, host Performance, historic film clips, commentary. A unique & important event with well-known & brilliant veterans of the jazz scene. Martini bar. $28 advance, $5 more day of, youth 7-17 free. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Old State Highway, Gualala, CA.. (707) 884-1138, brownpapertickets.com

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