Carnegie Hall Presents Omar Faruk Tekbilek in Zankel Hall
On Saturday, April 14 at 8:30 p.m., vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Omar Faruk Tekbilek, brings his brilliant interpretations of Sufi, folk, and contemporary Turkish and Middle Eastern music to Zankel Hall. The performance comes on the heels of Tekbilek's first studio album in over five years, Love Is My Religion. For this special program, he is joined by renowned artists Brian Keane (guitar), Ara Dinkjian (oud), and other highly regarded world musicians.
Betsayda Machado y La Parranda El Clavo to Conclude Skirball's 'Sunset Concerts' Series
The Skirball Cultural Center concludes its twenty-first anniversary season of Sunset Concerts with the Los Angeles debut of the Venezuelan ensemble Betsayda Machado y La Parranda El Clavo today, August 31, at 8:00 p.m. The multigenerational group of dancers and musicians will be celebrating their thirtieth anniversary as well as the upcoming release of their debut album.
Betsayda Machado y La Parranda El Clavo to Conclude Skirball's 'Sunset Concerts' Series
The Skirball Cultural Center concludes its twenty-first anniversary season of Sunset Concerts with the Los Angeles debut of the Venezuelan ensemble Betsayda Machado y La Parranda El Clavo on Thursday, August 31, at 8:00 p.m. The multigenerational group of dancers and musicians will be celebrating their thirtieth anniversary as well as the upcoming release of their debut album.
Daymé Arocena Comes to Skirball's Sunset Concerts
Sunset Concerts at the Skirball continues with Cuba's Dayme Arocena, taking the stage on Thursday, August 17, at 8:00 p.m., in a performance copresented with the Ford Theatres as part of its IGNITE @ the FORD! series. A singer, composer, and choir director, Arocena draws inspiration from jazz, soul, classical music, and the intertwining musical legacies of her native country. The evening begins with DJ Carlos Niño of dublab, who will spin a set at 6:30 p.m.
SEAN WATKINS & FRIENDS to Celebrate Paul Simon at Skirball Cultural Center
On Today, July 27, at 8:00 p.m., the Skirball Cultural Center launches its twenty-first season of Sunset Concerts with American Tune Featuring Sean Watkins & Friends: A Singer-Songwriter Celebration of Paul Simon, featuring the Grammy-winning musician and songwriter Sean Watkins (Nickel Creek, Watkins Family Hour, Works Progress Administration) and friends Cary Brothers, Gaby Moreno, Joey Ryan, The Bee Eaters, plus other special guests.
Skirball Cultural Center Announces Lineup for 21st Annual SUNSET CONCERTS Series
The Skirball Cultural Center proudly presents the twenty-first season of its annual free summertime concert series, Sunset Concerts. Coinciding with the Skirball's latest exhibition, Paul Simon: Words & Music (on view through September 3), the new season draws inspiration from Paul Simon's pioneering efforts to bring world music to pop audiences while building bridges across cultures.
West Coast Debut Of Ibibio Sound Machine Announced at the Skirball's Sunset Concerts
The Skirball Cultural Center continues its twenty-first season of Sunset Concerts with the West Coast debut of Ibibio Sound Machine on Thursday, August 3, at 8:00 p.m. Fronted by London-born Nigerian singer Eno Williams, Ibibio Sound Machine blends African and electronic elements, inspired in equal parts by the golden era of West African funk, disco, modern post-punk, and electro. The evening begins with DJ Jasmin Blanco of dublab, who will spin a set at 6:30 p.m.
SEAN WATKINS & FRIENDS to Celebrate Paul Simon at Skirball Cultural Center
On Thursday, July 27, at 8:00 p.m., the Skirball Cultural Center launches its twenty-first season of Sunset Concerts with American Tune Featuring Sean Watkins & Friends: A Singer-Songwriter Celebration of Paul Simon, featuring the Grammy-winning musician and songwriter Sean Watkins (Nickel Creek, Watkins Family Hour, Works Progress Administration) and friends Cary Brothers, Gaby Moreno, Joey Ryan, The Bee Eaters, plus other special guests.