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SUMMARY:New Spring Menu at Foremost
DESCRIPTION:The new Spring menu is here! Come see what Chef Julie Simon has created from the finest local and seasonal produce\, and celebrate what spring has to offer\, through May 31. Audrey Tito\ncheers@foremostwineco.com\nPhone: 439-3410\nForemost Wine Co.\n570 Higuera St. Ste. 105\nSan Luis Obispo 93401
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/new-spring-menu-at-foremost/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T140000
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SUMMARY:California Festival of Beers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we celebrate the 30th Annual California Festival of Beers! Today\, February 2\, tickets will be available for purchase. The two-day ‘Beer Fest’ will take place at the historic Madonna Meadows in San Luis Obispo. This event typically sells out\, so be sure to purchase your tickets early.\nOur celebration weekend begins on Friday\, May 27th\, at Madonna Inn Expo Center with the “Arts and Drafts” Connoisseur Tasting where guests can enjoy specialty craft beers\, delicious cuisine\, local artist’s displays and live music.\nOn Saturday\, May 28th\, the celebration continues on the lush Madonna Meadows for the Grand Tasting showcasing dozens of breweries\, along with food and merchandise vendors\, interactive games and live entertainment from two bands. The California Festival of Beers is one of the largest and oldest outdoor beer festivals in California.\nOn-site parking is complimentary and shuttle service to and from the event is available for a nominal fee.\nSince we’re celebrating our 30th Anniversary\, Throwback Thirty\, we have a lot of fun promotions and contests planned from now until the big event so be sure to ‘like’ us on Facebook and use #BeerfestThrowback30.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/california-festival-of-beers/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T160000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
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LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234712Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:If you live in San Luis Obispo\, it’s hard to shop at the Saturday morning farmers’ market without running into at least one person you know. This is the biggest little market in SLO.\nOver the past few years the market has grown to over 60 vendors and is the busiest of the SLO County Farmers’ Market Association’s five markets. You can always count on finding the freshest local produce brought to you by California farmers.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/saturday-morning-farmers-market-19/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T093000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160310T204503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234841Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Yoga with Arielle at East Wellbeing & Tea
DESCRIPTION:Traveling back from a two years residence in Spain\, Arielle created a yoga practice in the heart of Madrid.  Her classes invite a diverse group of individuals from the novice to experienced practitioners.  She cultivates a warm\, welcoming environment while providing a meditative yet invigorating class. Join Arielle for a well-rounded healing experience every Saturday at 8:30.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/weekly-yoga-with-arielle-12/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T123000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160520T194454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234934Z
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SUMMARY:Free Mock ACT Test Presented by National College Planning Solutions
DESCRIPTION:SAT and/or ACT scores are the third most important factor in college admissions.  National College Planning Solutions is proud to offer a practice ACT test for high school students.  Scores will be made available within 48 hours of the test.\nRegister at ncps.com.  Click events – ACT/SAT test prep – San Luis Obispo.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/national-college-planning-solutions-presents-free-mock-act/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160529T173000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
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SUMMARY:33rd Annual Arroyo Grande Strawberry Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 33rd Annual Arroyo Grande Strawberry Festival will take place on the Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend\, May 28th and 29th.  The Strawberry Festival is San Luis Obispo County’s largest free Festival and is the primary yearly fundraiser for the Arroyo Grande Village Improvement Association.  This family-style event brings together thousands of visitors and local residents to enjoy activities and entertainment\, three carnival areas\, the Strawberry Stampede\, hundreds of art\, craft and display booths\, ethnic foods\, and of course\, scrumptious strawberry treats of all kinds as well as fresh strawberries by the box!  Heritage Square Museums\, antique shops\, wineries and restaurants in the historic Arroyo Grande Village will also be open.  The Arroyo Grande Strawberry Festival has been named “the place to be on Memorial Weekend” by Sunset Magazine! \nThe Festival’s entertainment line-up is once again packed with captivating performers on Eleven Stages throughout the Village!  Many types of popular music will be featured including ethnic\, folk\, blues\, jazz\, bluegrass and rock ‘n roll!  Regional favorites such as GhostMonster featuring Nataly Lola\, Mid Life Crisis\, the Blue Moonshine Bluegrass Band\, Dulcie Taylor\, the Foppianos\, BanjerDan and Andean musicians Huayllipachia will grace Festival stages.  Several jazz groups will perform including New Orleans sounds from the Rag Bone Saints\, classy jazz from Talia Ortega and Cool Notes and big band tunes from Cal Poly’s University Jazz Band.  The Physicians Choice Folk Stage (Hosted by Songwriters at Play) will feature guitarist Dorian Michael\, pianist Shelby Figueroa\, jazz-pop vocalist Josh Rosenbaum and others. \nAmerica’s Funniest Cowgirl Karen Quest along with Ballooney the Clown will delight the kids at the Rabobank Family Stage.  World champion unicyclist Jamey Mossengren renown Phoenix street performer and juggler Brent Fiasco will be featured both days!  Full Circle Aikido students and the Troupe Benat Serat belly dancers will perform on the East End Dance Lawn.  Hundreds of young dancers from five local dance studios will be featured on two stages as well as baton twirlers and color guards.  Rides on live camels will be available on Nelson Street and three carnival areas will be spread around the Festival grounds!  The Teen Plaza will be hosted by Music Motive and will feature several teen bands\, a participatory Kids Drum Circle and the big Euro Bungee ride. The RKdians\, the Bucket Busters and Santa Maria’s Society Jane Performance Team will also entertain at the Teen Plaza. \nA special bicycle parking “Bike Valet” will be offered for free at the Festival this year!  The Air Pollution Control District is covering the cost of the booth and teaming the up with Bike SLO County and Rideshare’s May Bike Month program to promote the free Bike Valet.  Attendees can check their bikes at the corner of Nelson St and Mason St. – just south of the AG Creek and adjoining the Rotary Bandstand.  Also new this year will be a special focus on all the vendors of Strawberry related products and food.  A special insert in the printed Entertainment Schedule will feature all the Strawberry booths.  As in past years\, the Festival will offer remote parking at Arroyo Grande High School and lots near the AG Women’s Club and St. Pats School on West Branch.  Silverado Stages buses will run all day both days to and from the remote lots and the Festival.  This bus service is partially paid for with a grant from SLO County 4th District Supervisor Lynn Compton.   \nRefer to agstrawberryfestival.com or call 805-473-2250 for more information on the Strawberry Festival and the many other yearly activities in the Village.  Also look for updates at: http://www.facebook.com/agstrawberryfestival
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/33rd-annual-arroyo-grande-strawberry-festival/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T110000
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SUMMARY:Weekly Yoga with Cara at East Wellbeing & Tea
DESCRIPTION:Cara Smith has been dancing since before she could walk\, and has been trained and practicing dance for the last 10 years. She started her yoga practice about 4 years ago and has been in love with it every since.  She was trained at Laughing Lotus.  Yoga is an ancient art based on a harmonizing system of development for the body\, mind\, and spirit. The continued practice of yoga will lead you to a sense of peace and well-being\, and a feeling of being at one with your environment. She often uses crystal energy and essential oils in class the deepen the experience.  This class is open to all levels.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/weekly-yoga-with-cara-12/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T160000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160511T194453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234926Z
UID:26985-1464433200-1464451200@slochamber.org
SUMMARY:Eureka! Presents Nation Burger Day
DESCRIPTION:If America had to pick a favorite holiday\, what would it be? Easy. National Burger Day\, May 28. The question is\, where is the best place to celebrate all month long? Even easier. Eureka!  \nEureka! features gourmet burgers with a twist. Exclusive menu highlights include Fresno Fig Burger with fig marmalade\, goat cheese\, bacon\, spicy porter mustard\, arugula\, tomato and onion; the Jalapeño Egg Burger with cheddar cheese\, bacon\, pickled jalapeños\, a fried egg\, and chipotle sauce; try something new with the Bison Burger featuring smoked mozzarella\, charbroiled tri peppers\, grilled onions\, and a housemade jalapeño bacon jam; or get fancy with the limited availability Bone Marrow Burger including bone marrow porcini butter\, charbroiled onion\, roasted tomato\, and mustard aioli. \nEnjoy the classics with the Original Eureka! Burger with smoked gouda\, lettuce\, tomato\, pickle\, onion\, and 1000 island dressing; go for a healthier option with the Turkey Tortilla Burger which has tomato\, red onion\, pickled jalapeño\, avocado\, Monterey Jack cheese\, chipotle sauce\, all wrapped then grilled inside a flour tortilla; the Veggie Beet Burger with a housemade red beet and kidney bean patty\, pickles\, tomato\, onion\, arugula\, and lemon vinaigrette for a perfect vegetarian option. \nAll burgers are served with signature handcut fries or guests can upgrade to side bar favorites such as Honey Cinnamon Sweet Potato Fries or or Panko Onion Rings. Round off this dish by pairing the burgers with one of the 30 American craft beers on tap or one of the various small-batch whiskeys in house. Whether guests choose to celebrate one day or all month long\, Eureka! is the perfect destination.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/eureka-presents-nation-burger-day/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T140000
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CREATED:20160328T184449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234852Z
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Avila Beach Tequila Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come kick off summer in Avila Beach with the 5th Annual Tequila Festival at the Avila Beach Golf Resort. This takes place on Memorial Weekend (Saturday\, May 28th\, 2016) and will featured live music by Ozomatli and AUGUST! Admission is $35 if you preorder now (more at the door) and includes a souvenir shot glass and 6 tequila tastings. \nTickets will be on sale Fri\, Jan 29th\, 2016 at 10am PST from TicketFLY.com or locally at Boo Boo Records in SLO.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/5th-annual-avila-beach-tequila-festival/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T150000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160427T204450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234911Z
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SUMMARY:SLO Yoga Center Presents Yoga Clinic: Twists
DESCRIPTION:Peter Sterios\nTwists: Core Softness and Core Strength\nPart lecture\, part practice: In this class\, learn how to create “true” core-power through the practice of twists. Class is suitable for all levels.\nEarly registration $40\, after May 21 $45
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/slo-yoga-center-presents-yoga-clinic-twists/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T173000
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CREATED:20160525T214448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234935Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Live feat. Matt Suarez at Vina Robles Winery
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday\, we invite you to slow down from your week\, sit back and enjoy live music – all while savoring award-winning Vina Robles wines. \nComplimentary. No RSVP necessary. Wine for purchase & tastings available as well as charcuterie plates.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/saturday-live-feat-matt-suarez-at-vina-robles-winery/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T173000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160520T194454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234934Z
UID:27896-1464444000-1464456600@slochamber.org
SUMMARY:Free Mock SAT Test Presented by National College Planning Solutions
DESCRIPTION:SAT and/or ACT scores are the third most important factor in college admissions.  National College Planning Solutions is proud to offer a practice SAT test for high school students.  Scores will be made available within 48 hours of the test.\nRegister at ncps.com.  Click events – ACT/SAT test prep – San Luis Obispo.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/national-college-planning-solutions-presents-free-mock-sat-test/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T150000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160425T214529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T234455Z
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SUMMARY:The Great American Melodrama Presents Across the River
DESCRIPTION:Across the River is a musical folktale based on one of America’s most-loved novels. Huckleberry Finn helps his friend Jim escape slavery\, and the two outcasts find themselves fleeing down the mighty Mississippi. Soon the unlikely pair are dodging bullets\, finding treasure\, and outsmarting conmen. You’ll cheer along the way as Huck finds his own moral compass and learns the difference between right and wrong. The whole family will enjoy this timeless tale of friendship.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/the-great-american-melodrama-presents-across-the-river-14/
LOCATION:1863 Front Street\, Oceano\, CA\, 93445
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T160000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160513T214454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234930Z
UID:27387-1464447600-1464451200@slochamber.org
SUMMARY:The Great American Melodrama presents Across The River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
DESCRIPTION:cross the River is a musical folktale based on one of America’s most-loved novels. Huckleberry Finn helps his friend Jim escape slavery\, and the two outcasts find themselves fleeing down the mighty Mississippi. Soon the unlikely pair are dodging bullets\, finding treasure\, and outsmarting conmen. You’ll cheer along the way as Huck finds his own moral compass and learns the difference between right and wrong. The whole family will enjoy this timeless tale of friendship. \nTicket office: (805) 489-2499\nCenter Balcony seating (green section):  $25\nPremium seating (red section): $22\nHouse seating (blue section): $19*\n$4 Discount for Children (12 and under)\n$2 Discount for Seniors (62 and over)\, Students (13 and over)\, and Active Military.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/the-great-american-melodrama-presents-across-the-river-the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-13/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T180000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160506T204457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234917Z
UID:26495-1464458400-1464458400@slochamber.org
SUMMARY:SLO Blues Baseball vs. Santa Maria Packers
DESCRIPTION:The SLO Blues are a Summer Collegiate Wooden Baseball Club with a roster of current college athletes from across the nation. SLOCM was selected as charity partner for 2016! MEMBERS: get your free game tickets by phoning 545-5874 or by stopping by admission.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/slo-blues-baseball-vs-santa-maria-packers-3/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160309T004459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234832Z
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SUMMARY:Cayucos' May Madness Fundraiser for Fourth of July Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:The Fourth of July will be here before we know it and with our Independence Day celebration comes fireworks. Tickets are now on sale for the Fireworks Fundraiser dinner on Saturday\, May 28. Tickets are $200/couple available at the Sea Shanty\, Rabobank\, Shoreline Inn and the Visitors Center. This might sound like a lot of buckaroos\, but remember –you will enjoy a fun evening at the Cayucos Vet’s Hall and the money goes to a GREAT community celebration. Even if you don’t go to the dinner\, buy a ticket – or- just send your donation to the Cayucos Chamber of Commerce\, PO Box 346\, Cayucos 93430. The fireworks show is a Cayucos tradition enjoyed by generations!
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/cayucos-may-madness-fundraiser-for-fourth-of-july-fireworks/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160425T214527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234910Z
UID:25686-1464462000-1464462000@slochamber.org
SUMMARY:The Great American Melodrama Presents Across the River
DESCRIPTION:Across the River is a musical folktale based on one of America’s most-loved novels. Huckleberry Finn helps his friend Jim escape slavery\, and the two outcasts find themselves fleeing down the mighty Mississippi. Soon the unlikely pair are dodging bullets\, finding treasure\, and outsmarting conmen. You’ll cheer along the way as Huck finds his own moral compass and learns the difference between right and wrong. The whole family will enjoy this timeless tale of friendship.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/the-great-american-melodrama-presents-across-the-river-7/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160513T214455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234931Z
UID:27389-1464462000-1464462000@slochamber.org
SUMMARY:The Great American Melodrama presents Across The River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
DESCRIPTION:Across the River is a musical folktale based on one of America’s most-loved novels. Huckleberry Finn helps his friend Jim escape slavery\, and the two outcasts find themselves fleeing down the mighty Mississippi. Soon the unlikely pair are dodging bullets\, finding treasure\, and outsmarting conmen. You’ll cheer along the way as Huck finds his own moral compass and learns the difference between right and wrong. The whole family will enjoy this timeless tale of friendship. \nTicket office: (805) 489-2499\nCenter Balcony seating (green section):  $25\nPremium seating (red section): $22\nHouse seating (blue section): $19*\n$4 Discount for Children (12 and under)\n$2 Discount for Seniors (62 and over)\, Students (13 and over)\, and Active Military.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/the-great-american-melodrama-presents-across-the-river-the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-14/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260626T002247
CREATED:20160429T214546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T234913Z
UID:26026-1464465600-1464465600@slochamber.org
SUMMARY:Cal Poly Arab Music Ensemble Presents Spring Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Cal Poly Arab Music Ensemble and guest artists will perform a diverse program of music and dance from the Eastern Mediterranean and larger region.\nThe concert will feature some of the region’s most celebrated instrumental\, vocal and poetic repertoire composed and performed by artists such as Dahmane El-Harrachi and Rachid Taha from Algeria; Mohamed Abdel-Wahab and Sayyid Darwish from Egypt; Fairuz\, Philemon Wehbe\, and the Rahbani Brothers from Lebanon; and Tatyos Efendi from Ottoman Turkey.\nThe show will feature several kinds of traditional and contemporary art music\, including the “muwashshah\,” one of the oldest continuously performed art music genres in the world.\nAdditional genres to be featured come from the shared music traditions of the Ottoman era\, including the short introductory “dulab” and the more elaborate “samai” with its 10-beat metric mode.\nThe Cal Poly Arab Music Ensemble consists of a multi-instrumental orchestra and choir with vocal and instrumental soloists. The concert also will include “takht” or chamber ensemble performances showcasing the ability of members to work in the advanced setting of a small group.\nCritically acclaimed guest artists will include Egyptian violinist Adel Eskander from the Los Angeles area\, Assyrian qanun player Ishmael from the Sacramento Valley\, and Syrian percussionist Faisal Zedan from the Bay Area.\nThe program also will feature choreographies by San Luis Obispo dance directors Jenna Mitchell and Saundra Sarrouf. Cal Poly Music Department ethnomusicologist Ken Habib — composer\, performer and scholar — will direct the 25-member ensemble\, and the program will include one of his instrumental compositions.\nTickets are $14 for the public and $9 for students. Pricing includes all Performing Arts Center fees\, and event parking is sponsored by the PAC. Tickets are sold at the Cal Poly Ticket Office between noon and 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. To order by phone\, call SLO-4TIX (756-4849). A 10 percent discount is given to patrons who buy season tickets to four Music Department events through the Cal Poly Ticket Office; a 15 percent discount is given on tickets to five or more events.\nThe concert is sponsored by Cal Poly’s College of Liberal Arts\, Music Department\, and Instructionally Related Activities program. For more information\, call the Music Department at 805-756-2406.
URL:https://slochamber.org/event/cal-poly-arab-music-ensemble-presents-spring-concert/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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