Events

Peter Barnes Martin is a full-time multi-genre musician from Rochester, New York, based in Monterey, California. His compositions and performances are influenced by jazz, indie folk, and alternative and jazz genres. Peter’s act is characterized by improvisational ability, seasoned experience, and versatility, which he draws from his time touring throughout Michigan and the Carolinas with […]

Rory Lynch is a singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and composer in Santa Cruz, CA. He migrated to the West Coast after a stint in NYC, headlining shows at venues like The Bitter End and Pianos. His decision to move inspired a new collection of songs showcasing classic genres like country, jazz, and pop while blending in traditional […]

Two Rivers is the confluence of two musicians with diverse styles and backgrounds, creating a lovely and lively blend of vocals and guitar. From inspired original tunes to covering rare gems, Two Rivers is bound to keep you enthralled whenever you hear them. Richard Bryant’s musical career has many highlights, including years of touring as a […]

Adrea Castiano delivers dark, confessional songs with a singular style and a voice described as sweet and haunting. Her songs have won multiple awards, including “Best Song of The Year” for 2020 and 2021 from The West Coast Songwriters Association and “Best Overall” in the 2019 Songwriters At Play song contest. She has been featured […]

Jesse DeCarlo has been a fixture on the Monterey music scene for many years. He has played guitar and bass with well-known local artists, including Dani Paige, Jim Payne, Al James, Minor Williams, Cindy Alexander, and Malinda DeRouen. Jesse will perform a mixture of jazz standards and instrumental funk, accompanied by Zach McDaniel on drums […]

Singer, guitarist, and composer Al James hails from Seaside, California. His music has been an integral element of his life, and his rootsy, soulful delivery has an eclectic vibe flavored by influences from Jimi Hendrix to Stevie Wonder. His renditions of others and his compositions have a flair and energy of their own . . […]

RJ is a versatile multi-instrumentalist and producer who seamlessly blends live performance with innovative production techniques. Drawing from over 20 years of musical experience, RJ creates dynamic soundscapes by expertly weaving together saxophone, guitar, keyboards, and vocals through live looping technology. Originally from Buffalo, New York, and now based in Monterey, California, RJ has developed […]

Magenta Spreen is a musical duo from Central California, made up of husband and wife Kristen Gradwohl and Talmon Owens. Before forming the duo, Kristen got her start performing with founding members of The California Honeydrops and later opened for artists like Larkin Poe, while Talmon shared stages with acts like Mapache and Anthony Green. […]

Kito Rayburn was born in Anthony, NM, and grew up in Monterey, CA, in a musical household that fostered his profound love for the craft. He has played music all of his life, mainly in a support role, as a bassist or a drummer, but started writing his music when the pandemic hit. He draws […]

Jesse DeCarlo has been a fixture on the Monterey music scene for many years. He has played guitar and bass with well-known local artists, including Dani Paige, Jim Payne, Al James, Minor Williams, Cindy Alexander, and Malinda DeRouen. Jesse will perform a mixture of jazz standards and instrumental funk, accompanied by Zach McDaniel on drums […]

Peter Barnes Martin is a full-time multi-genre musician from Rochester, New York, based in Monterey, California. His compositions and performances are influenced by jazz, indie folk, and alternative and jazz genres. Peter’s act is characterized by improvisational ability, seasoned experience, and versatility, which he draws from his time touring throughout Michigan and the Carolinas with […]

Bobcat Rob is a Songwriter / Multi-Instrumentalist with a voice likened to honey drizzled over burning coals. His songs are as uplifting as they are haunting, drawing on visceral truths and common threads to weave captivating tales. Spanning a wide dynamic range, each song carries its own weight and settles deep into the listener. Music […]

Trianna is a singer-songwriter out of Santa Cruz, blending smooth R&B vibes with a Pop-Funk edge. Think Erykah Badu meets Amy Winehouse with a fresh twist. Growing up in a family of folk and World music, she brings a unique flavor to everything she touches—soulful, engaging, and always groovy. Music is complimentary for our guests […]

Two Rivers is the confluence of two musicians with diverse styles and backgrounds, creating a lovely and lively blend of vocals and guitar. From inspired original tunes to covering rare gems, Two Rivers is bound to keep you enthralled whenever you hear them. Richard Bryant’s musical career has many highlights, including years of touring as a […]

Each Regional All-Star ensemble features talented students from across Monterey County. The ensembles rehearse twice monthly to develop ensemble skills, and in the summer, they perform across Monterey County and far beyond, testing their chops on the bandstand while bringing great jazz music to the community. They have performed at prestigious venues and festivals such […]