Events

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 […]

Tim Brady is a singer/songwriter from the Monterey Bay area and leader of the locally award winning Santa Cruz band Cement Ship.  The acoustic guitar style, singing tone and original songs […]

We’re thrilled to kick off our first Live in the Vines Series, presented in partnership with KRML radio, on August 4th with Briscoe! Briscoe is the indie-folk duo made up of brothers Truett Heintzelman and Philip Lupton. They’ve built a following with their harmony-driven sound and have toured with and supported artists like Noah Kahan and […]

Longtime collaborators Keith Rayburn and Eliza Lynn James join forces with Rick Chelew to offer an intimate acoustic map of their musical journeys. With guitar, upright bass, and rich vocal harmonies, the Central Coast trio explores […]

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 […]

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 […]

Casey is a multi-instrumentalist and live looping artist, vocalist, and music producer. He sings and plays guitar, lap slide guitar, cigar box guitar, bass, harmonica, and other instruments. His songs […]

Casey Wickstrom is a multi-instrumentalist and live looping artist, vocalist, music producer, writer, and film editor. He sings and plays guitar, lap slide guitar, cigar box guitar, bass, harmonica, and other instruments. His songs have charted on the Apple Music Blues charts, and he has been named one of the Top 100 Unsigned Artists by […]

Bubbles, Brunch & Beats Just Got Better! Join us for an unforgettable brunch at Folktale’s Vineyard House featuring chef-crafted favorites like Whole Roasted Salmon, Pork Roulade, Stuffed Peach Melba French Toast, Brentwood Corn & Yellow Cherry Tomato Frittata, and more, including expanded gluten-free selections. Paired with breathtaking vineyard views and the feel-good sounds of DJBADDJ, […]

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 . . . reflective, […]

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 […]

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 the […]

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 […]

Maya and Keith are a Daughter-Father duo, hailing from the central coastal area of California, near Moss Landing. They perform mostly originals by the two of them, with cover songs from a wide variety of other folks, such as Josiah and the Bonnevilles, Zach Bryan, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, and other folk singers. It’s a […]

Performing together since 2024, Taylor Safina and Jesse DeCarlo have brought their eclectic mix of funk, soul, and rock to audiences across the Monterey Bay area. At their shows, you can hear beautifully arranged originals as well as covers spanning multiple eras and styles, featuring Taylor’s rich voice and masterful keyboard work, and Jesse’s exceptional […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Deep Cuts are a newly minted live music duo from the heart of Carmel Valley. Featuring acoustic and electric guitars, vocals, hand percussion and mouth harp, band members Matt and James believe the simple approach is usually the best approach to showcase the brilliance of a great song. Influenced by a wide spectrum of genres […]

Performing together since 2024, Taylor Safina and Jesse DeCarlo have brought their eclectic mix of funk, soul, and rock to audiences across the Monterey Bay area. At their shows, you can hear beautifully arranged originals as well as covers spanning multiple eras and styles, featuring Taylor’s rich voice and masterful keyboard work, and Jesse’s exceptional […]

Raison d’etre (Thomas Burks & Stephen Pavlik) has been making music together for over a year. They play various musical styles, all based on their combined history. Thomas comes from West Texas, so he leans a little on the countryside, yet he grew up listening to the rock music of the 60s, 70s, and beyond. […]

Tim Brady is a singer/songwriter from the Monterey Bay area and leader of the locally award winning Santa Cruz band Cement Ship.  The acoustic guitar style, singing tone and original songs from Tim seem to fit a wide array of crowds and genres, but maintains a natural and stripped down approach for the sound.  Honest […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]