Kuumbwa Jazz Center

All the way from France, on Wednesday evening November 11th, acoustic guitar virtuoso, vocalist and composer Pierre Bensusan makes a much-anticipated return to&nbsp;Northern California&nbsp;at&nbsp;The Kuumbwa Jazz Center in downtown&nbsp;Santa Cruz.. It is a rare opportunity to experience this world-renowned artist in concert and is part of his international and cross-USA "Infinite Guitar Tour 2026".&nbsp; Tickets: $30 (adv) – Door: $35 Order from&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.pierrebensusan.com/shop/tickets/11th-november-santa-cruz-ca-the-kuumbwa/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.pierrebensusan.com/shop/tickets/11th-november-santa-cruz-ca-the-kuumbwa/ </a> About Pierre Bensusan: French acoustic guitar virtuoso, vocalist, and composer Pierre Bensusan, surnamed “Mister DADGAD” (in reference to the DADGAD guitar tuning he plays in), has taken his unique sound to all corners of the globe. Winner of the Independent Music Award for his triple live album “Encore”, voted Best World Music Guitarist by Guitar Player Magazine readers’ Poll, winner of the Rose d’Or at the Montreux Festival for his debut album, Bensusan is recognized as one of the greatest guitar players of the 21st century.&nbsp; Bensusan has been performing since 1974, starting in France and eventually selling over half a million albums and playing thousands of concerts, both solo and in collaboration. His many recording credits include working with Donny Osmond; and Steve Vai released three of Bensusan's albums on his Favored Nations label. There is a sense of something both playful and serious in Bensusan's work, an unparalleled sense of freedom in his compositions and his improvisations. His playing seamlessly crosses and blends world music, classical, jazz, traditional, celtic, folk and more. His "manner" of playing defies classification -&nbsp;&nbsp;None can be isolated as simply “Brazilian”, "Arabic" or “French; rather, they represent our world in its current state, a world sharing itself, fusing cultures together in ways we have never experienced. A great ambassador of peace. The L.A. Times describes him as: "One of the most unique and brilliant acoustic guitar veterans on the world music scene today".
James Volpe Rotondi (Editor, Guitar Player Magazine) writes: “For me, so total is his mastery of the solo instrument, his dazzling harmony, his many innovations, and his deft command of counterpoint, the jazz idiom, folk expression, and all genres between and beyond, an entire history unfolds as Pierre Bensusan plays. But really, the emotional depth – and this is where true artistry often likes to live – of many of his songs and compositions is all, well, breathtaking. With only his steel-string-acoustic guitar – and sometimes his rich, affecting voice – Mr Bensusan can disassemble your heart and hand it back to you restored and renewed as he did to mine tonight. A true giant." Watch a performance of his composition "Fils de la Rose" at:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9aEE9AKv2Y" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9aEE9AKv2Y</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9aEE9AKv2Y" rel="nofollow noopener"></a> Much more in Bensusan's Biography at: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.pierrebensusan.com/about/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.pierrebensusan.com/about/</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.pierrebensusan.com/about/" rel="nofollow noopener"></a> Wednesday November 11th at 7:30 PM at&nbsp;The Kuumbwa Jazz Center,&nbsp;320-2 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.kuumbwajazz.org/calendar/pierre-bensusan-the-infinite-guitar/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.kuumbwajazz.org/calendar/pierre-bensusan-the-infinite-guitar/ </a>Phone:&nbsp;(831) 427-2227&nbsp; Email:&nbsp;keith@kuumbwajazz.org

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All the way from France, on Wednesday evening November 11th, acoustic guitar virtuoso, vocalist and composer Pierre Bensusan...

Pierre Bensusan, French Acoustic Guitar Virtuoso In Concert in Santa Cruz

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This November, we’re clearing space in our Watsonville factory for ten magnificent tables. Every table tells its own story, from the centerpieces to the final touches. Come walk the tables, find your favorite, and cast your vote.
The event is free to attend. Voting ballots are $10 each or 5 for $45, and you can vote as much and as OFTEN as you want! Each table, and the charity it represents, keeps every dollar raised through its votes. The table with the most votes is named the Grand Winner, and Annieglass will match its total dollar for dollar.<h2>The Tables</h2>
Timerie Gordon, Designer and Planning Commissioner Salt and Mod · benefiting Boys and Girls Club
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Representative Zoe Lofgren + Ava Reinhold Sweetie · benefiting Salud Para La Gente
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Hi Valley Neighbors! You are invited to our upcoming Annual Fundraiser Gala. Come with friends and/or family to this one of a kind event: Heralding the Holidays at Hogwarts!
=&gt;Shop for Holiday Gifts early and make a difference in your community by doing it at our Auction and Raffle!
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
<ul><li>The first 50 tickets receive a magical Hogwarts party favor!</li><li>Step into the Magical immersive landscape of Hogwarts School! Attend dressed as you favorite character if so inspired, holiday style is also great.</li><li>Follow the steps of an invisibility cloaked guide to view the Headmaster's Portraits and find your way to the Great Hall.</li><li>&nbsp;Visit the Sorting Hat to discover the Hogwarts House you belong to!</li><li>Enjoy Gigglewater, Pumpkin Juice, Gillywaters &amp; Elf-made Wine, Beer, and other mixed drinks in the Herbology &amp; Potions Garden Classroom! &nbsp;2 Free Drinks included.</li><li>Savor a delectable array of themed and traditional Hor d'oeuvres &amp; Desserts!</li><li>&nbsp;Enjoy Live Music by our Center Band- “The Backbeat Boomers”!</li><li>&nbsp;Take Fun Event Photos in Harry's Flying Car &amp; Various Vignettes!</li><li>Bid on fabulous Silent Auction items for Holiday gifts for adults and children!</li><li>Buy tickets to win your favorite gift from our Huge Gift Raffle, gifts for all ages! Including unique items for diverse interests and rare Harry Potter items.</li><li>We'll celebrate our community and have a fabulous time in this amazing landscape our Art Department has designed for you.</li></ul>
All proceeds ensure our SLV Senior &amp; Community Center is funded for 2027! Your one and only Senior Center in SLV is not funded by the City, County, State or Federal governments. It has been funded by local businesses and residents and run by amazing volunteers and 1 part-time staff member for 36 years through the non-profit, Senior Citizens Organization of San Lorenzo Valley! We hope you and your families will join us to become a part of our Center Community and ensure this warm safe center offering 34 vital services is here for loved one's now and generations to come! We're in this together, SLV Strong.&nbsp; There are many ways to support you Senior Center: Attend the Gala, try out our auction and raffle- tickets here: <a href="https://www.highlandsparkseniorcenter.org/heraldingtheholidays?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETFEN2VPejliMzdVTms3NDNnc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABH0etw6Zpzzo3hivJnXcX7vjF9nE0NQtJhl7ZwJMNQUfHqxfriO-iQLjv95eK_aem_MDb5TQEpRRxS4MIPTKdvMQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> </a><a href="https://www.highlandsparkseniorcenter.org/heraldingtheholidays" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">highlandsparkseniorcenter.org/heraldingtheholidays</a> <a href="https://www.highlandsparkseniorcenter.org/heraldingtheholidays?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETFEN2VPejliMzdVTms3NDNnc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABH0etw6Zpzzo3hivJnXcX7vjF9nE0NQtJhl7ZwJMNQUfHqxfriO-iQLjv95eK_aem_MDb5TQEpRRxS4MIPTKdvMQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.highlandsparkseniorcenter.org/heraldingtheholidays" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a> .Sponsor the Gala here: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/Gala26Sponsor?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETFEN2VPejliMzdVTms3NDNnc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABH5jB8l2xO8Nb4nJ6z8Ar5DZVn93UaIRVGepL4Szg3QL7dRYMkDoejgPSF8RA_aem_mK3vIGmlfsGabBMilO0ILQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tinyurl.com/Gala26Sponsor (</a>Sponsors are given special highlight and advertising during the year in our newsletter and other platforms.) Set up an annual donation/membership here: <a href="https://square.link/u/V4xJl273?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETFEN2VPejliMzdVTms3NDNnc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHx1v-CJnl56TtRv2RZlhVOHOKiqnmrZGD3_9RXUYFmaN4Fnx3aPQTLcdUB2-_aem_YRXzKxbhYnYEH-4BnE5uJw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://square.link/u/V4xJl273</a>We love serving our community and creating events that highlight our members artistic and other professional skills. We love serving our community and hope to see you there!! The Volunteer Team

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Pierre Bensusan, French Acoustic Guitar Virtuoso In Concert in Santa Cruz

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Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320-2 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA

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Heralding the Holidays at Hogwarts ~ Fundraiser Gala!