Compiled by Mark Carney
Edgardo y Gambon y su Orquesta Candela
The Seahorse restaurant, in Sausalito, CA, will soon begin putting on a new event, called “Salsa Dancing With a View”. Located on the waterfront with spectacular views of San Francisco and the San Francisco Bay, the restaurant will charge only $5 for these performances. On Sunday, Nov. 28, Edgardo Cambon and his orchestra ”Candela”, will play from 4 to 7 p.m.
Known for their renditions of salsa classics like Aqui no Me Quedo, Oyelo que te Conviene, and El Cuarto, the band will be also be joined by special guest DJ Felipe El de La Clave. Seahorse Restaurant, 305 Harbor Drive, at Gate Five Road, Sausalito, CA. (415) 331-2899.
Musical performances at La Peña
As always, there will be great music at La Peña Cultural Center this month. On Wedesday, nov. 24, Gerry Tenney and the Hard Times Orchestra will perform. Gerry is a singer, guitarist and mandolinist who has composed a musical commentary about the economic downturn and the labor struggles of the poor.
In this performance, Gerry and his orchestra will combine their own compositions with others from bluegrass, klezmer, blues, and rock music. A guest narrator will provide historical commentary to this unique performance. The show begins at 8 p.m, and costs between $10 and 15, depending on how severely the economic downturn has affected you.
On Sunday, Nov.28, the monthly Mexican Tareada will take place. This is an informal jam session for lovers of Mexican music. If you can play an instrument, or simply want to listen, head for the café lobby at 3 p.m. La Peña Culural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA. (510) 849-2568, ext. 15.
Tiburon Film Society presents free film
On Thursday, Dec. 2, the Tiburon Film Society will offer a free film to the public. Miracle in a Box, an hour-long documentary, is narrated by John Lithgow, the famous actor. It details the craft of piano restoration, and the humanistic values of craftsmanship. The director, Oscar winner John Korty, will be present at the showing. The film starts at 6 p.m, and will be shown at the Bay Model, located at 2100 Bridgeway, in Sausalito.
