Thu May 14: House Concert: Yair Dalal & Dror Sinai
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Santa Cruz House Concerts
May 5, 2026, 6:14:39 PMMay 5
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There is still plenty of space at this Thursday's concert with Kalos, a powerhouse trio playing Celtic and Maritime music. The following Thursday, we switch gears with this show of hypnotic Middle Eastern music:
Thursday, May 14 7:30 PM
Details below.
The concert will be held indoors in downtown Santa Cruz.
Please stay at home if you have cold/flu symptoms, or mask if you're not sure.
Suggested donation: $35/person sliding scale.
To reserve your spot, email <Conc...@InstantHarmony.com>.
Be sure to include the total in your party.
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Upcoming shows in our series:
Sat, Jul 18: Sophie Wellington & Evie Ladin: old-time fiddle/banjo duet
Other musical events of interest:
Wed, May 6: 7:30pm Caleb & Reeb
Old-Time and Country Songs Westside Santa Cruz House Concert
Info/Reservations: email <herrman...@gmail.com>
Sat, May 9: 8pm Mr. Bidu's Circus : Brazilian Forró Concert
Peninsula JCC, Foster City
Sun, May 10: 3:00-5:30pm Santa Cruz Contra Dance
Wesley Somers & Daniel Steinberg, Zack calling
Live Oak Grange
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Yair Dalal & Dror Sinai: Middle Eastern oud & percussion
Thursday, May 14 7:30 PM
Blending ancient chants from Iraq, Israel, a range of Bedouin
and Middle Eastern makams and melodies, with otiginal
compositions by Yair Dalal, this duo takes the audience on
an inspiring, meditative experience. Yair's mastery of the oud
and violin, his calm and easy going nature, with Dror’s haunting
drums and rhythms, brings ancient spirirual music to life.
Yair Dalal: oud
Yair Dalal, born in 1955; composer, violinist, oud player and singer; a prolific ethnic musician,
plays an important role in shaping the global world music scene. Over the last decade he has
recorded 14 albums, covering wide and varied cultural territory, authentically representing Israeli,
Jewish and Middle Eastern cultures and fusing them through music as whole.
Dror Sinai: percussion
Dror Sinai is a true force of nature, whose unique blend of Musical and Healing expertise,
combined with his passion for travel and personal Growth, has inspired and uplifted people
from all walks of life. He is a visionary and pioneer in the world of percussion, World Peace,
Chi Gong, Healing, and Personal Development, and his contributions to these fields are felt by many.
Santa Cruz House Concerts
May 11, 2026, 2:56:37 PMMay 11
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There is still plenty of space at this Thursday's concert featuring:
Thursday, May 14 7:30 PM
Details below.
The concert will be held indoors in downtown Santa Cruz.
Please stay at home if you have cold/flu symptoms, or mask if you're not sure.
Suggested donation: $35/person sliding scale.
To reserve your spot, email <Conc...@InstantHarmony.com>.
Be sure to include the total in your party.
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Upcoming shows in our series:
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Yair Dalal & Dror Sinai: Middle Eastern oud & percussion
Thursday, May 14 7:30 PM
Blending ancient chants from Iraq, Israel, a range of Bedouin and Middle Eastern makams
and melodies, with original compositions by Yair Dalal, this duo takes the audience on an
inspiring, meditative experience. Yair's mastery of the oud and violin, his calm and easygoing
nature, with Dror’s haunting drums and rhythms, brings ancient spiritual music to life.
Yair Dalal: oud, violin
Santa Cruz House Concerts
Jun 19, 2026, 5:11:52 PMJun 19
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The Downtown Soundz house concert series will resume in July (see below), but in the meantime, here are a couple of great shows to check out, plus a tantalizing offer from a local French chef.
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- *tomorrow* The Joy of Zimbabwean Music June 20, 7:30pm
Kuumbwa Jazz, Santa Cruz (link for advance tickets)
Celebrate the joy of Zimbabwean music with a night of dancing, rhythm,
and celebration as two powerhouse ensembles bring the heart of Zimbabwe
to the stage. Expect contagious grooves, soaring vocals, electrified roots, and
traditional music—performed by an all‑star lineup of Zimbabwean artists:
Discover the vibrant sounds of Zimbabwe with Mbira dzaSoko, a traditional
ensemble founded and led by Salani “Wamkanganise.” Mbira dzaSoko is
elevated by its soaring vocal harmonies, driven by incredible singers who create
a powerful, melodic lift over the mbira foundation. Salani, the band leader, adds
an unmistakable edge with his resounding bass vocals and rhythmic bass mbira,
grounding the ensemble while enhancing its dynamic range and musical depth.
Mufaro weDzimbahwe is a new, electric dance band, inspired by mbira music
and musical pioneers like Thomas Mapfumo and Oliver Mtukudzi. Expect drums,
bass, mbira, guitar, accordion, ukulele, marimbas, rich vocals and vibrant percussion
that will keep you dancing all night.
- Sat, June 27, 6-10pm Lumer, a harmonic & linguistic light phenomena awareness project,
with Shelley Phillips + Jack Mazza
Backyard concert at The Barn House at Green Oaks Creek Farm, Pescadero
LUMER: a harmonic & linguistic light phenomena awareness project based in
New Orleans & everywhere the river meets the sun.
Shelley Phillips: gifted harpist, community music teacher and organizer, veteran of
Celtic and trad music in Santa Cruz and beyond.
Jack Mazza: a mellow set of interpretations of old time fiddle music on the guitar
Jack Mazza: a mellow set of interpretations of old time fiddle music on the guitar
and banjo from Santa Cruz's very own.
Upcoming shows in the Downtown Soundz series:
Sat, Jul 18: Sophie Wellington & Evie Ladin: old-time fiddle/banjo duet
Sat, Aug 15: Penezzi, Ribeiro, Côrtes, Rice: Brazilian choro (IYKYK)
Thu, Sep 24: Sparrow Smith & Resonant Rogues: old-time & original songs
Sat, Oct 3: Santa Cruz PorchFest !! (details tba)
Tue, Oct 20: Kristina Olsen: folk / blues / jazz / storytelling
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A local French chef that i know, wrote me as follows. It sounds like a great deal!
"I’m looking for a short-term arrangement for a private room and bath from June 18 to July 15 (or could be a shorter stay). In exchange, as a professional chef, I’m offering 4 days of private chef services (excluding the cost of ingredients). Please let me know if you know anyone who might be interested in this trade."
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