Archive By Section - Music
Pipe band takes first
The Turlock Police and Fire Pipe Band won first place at the recently held Bakersfield Highland Games Band competition.
Swiss Echoes perform traditional folk music
The songs and sounds of the Alps will be ringing out loud and clear when the San Joaquin Valley Swiss Club stages their annual spring concert Saturday.
The many facets of Dubberly
Local musician James Dubberly is a very busy man. He can be found playing with the Modesto Symphony Orchestra at the Gallo Center for the Arts one night, teaching low brass at California State University, Stanislaus the next day and in his spare time working with his newly formed Latin jazz band Orquesta Dharma on their upcoming CD.
Area schools tune up for Orchestra Day
Pitman and Turlock high schools' orchestras will be joining four other Stanislaus County schools for Modesto Junior College's annual High School Orchestra Day.
Turlock Christian rocks out with new music program
Practicing at home is the key to playing an instrument well and is often included in a student's homework, but most students can fib about how often or how much they play.
Turlock concert, market to help women in Kenya
Monte Vista Chapel is bringing a little bit of Kenyan culture to Turlock with their "Tuseme: Let Us Speak Out" event.
Jimi Hendrix: Paying tribute
In his short yet meteoric career, the late Jimi Hendrix almost single-handedly redefined the role of the electric guitar in rock 'n' roll and rock 'n' roll itself. An aural innovator, cosmic bluesman, young soul rebel and musical and sexual shaman all rolled into one, this Seattle-born virtuoso created a hugely influential artistic legacy. Hendrix, who died in London on Sept. 18, 1970, achieved such an enduring impact ...
Local musicians Matty Comer and the Experience to play X-FEST
Local musicians Matty Comer and the Experience have played various shows over the years to help raise money for the community. Their philanthropic ways have not only made a difference in people's lives, it has also garnered the attention of the Valley's highest profile concert promoter Chris Ricci, the man behind X-FEST 2010. On Aug. 7, all of the band's culminated efforts will be recognized as they play with ...
Local singer hopes to entertain while giving back
Turlock musician Colt Taylor hopes to give back to a worthy cause with a benefit concert this Saturday.
‘Epic’ Christian concert comes to Turlock
An event of 'epic' proportions is coming to Turlock at the end of this month, bringing 17 Christian bands and two speakers to an estimated 12,000 to 15,000 people.
Local musicians hit the road to promote new EP
Things are heating up for Evaline this summer as the local band tours across the United States promoting their new EP "Patterned."
Golden Gala commemorates anniversary with musical debuts
In celebration of California State University, Stanislaus' 50th anniversary, the university's music department is joining with the Turlock Concert Association for a Golden Gala Concert that will feature the premiere performance of two new musical compositions.
Local jazz musicians join together for unforgettable performance
For the first time ever the jazz bands at Turlock and Pitman high schools and Turlock Junior High School will join the jazz contingency from California State University, Stanislaus for a night of music and revelry at Turlock Community Theatre on Friday.
Turlock teen organizes concert for Haiti relief
Local high school musicians are reaching out to help Haitian earthquake victims by holding a Young Musicians for Haiti concert on March 18. All proceeds from the benefit concert will go to the American Red Cross for disaster relief in Haiti.
Music society rocks out for local boy battling leukemia
The music promises to be lively, the food delicious and the atmosphere an all out party at a benefit concert Saturday for a Turlock boy battling leukemia.
Articles by Section - Music
Local woman leads social media workshop for bands at South by Southwest festival
Every March for the past eight years, Kyra Reed has made the trip to Austin, Texas for the unique convergence of music, film, media, and technology that is the South by Southwest festival. This year, the Turlock resident hosted a panel discussion during music week titled Social Media Band Camp. It was an opportunity for the social media guru to share her knowledge with up-and-coming bands in a question and answer format. <p ...
Valley band to play Westside Theatre
Mixing in the sounds of a plucky banjo, the sweet vibrations of the mandolin, the deep resonating bass and an authentic twang, Red Dog Ash is finding their groove in the bluegrass arena. Red Dog Ash will be playing at the West Side Theatre in Newman at 8 p.m. Saturday. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission. The band, which gets its name from the byproduct of uncontrolled ...
Bring out your inner Irish with The Van Diemen’s band
Local Irish pub rock band The Van Diemen's has been looking forward to St. Patrick's Day for awhile. This holiday, which has everyone seeing green, is their day to shine. The Van Diemen's will be performing at two venues this year - Wellington's Pub and Restaurant in Turlock and Lucky Fest in downtown Modesto, both shows are tonight. "It's gonna be a little crazy, a drunk fest, but definitely (exciting)," said front ...
Red Molly ready to light up local stage
Mix in one part country, one part folk, a bit of bluegrass and a splash of jazz and serve it all up in three part harmonies and you'll have Red Molly. The up-and-coming all female Americana trio is bringing their unique sound and engaging show to the stage at the Westside Theatre for a one-night show at 8 p.m. Saturday. The trio will be playing songs from their previous albums and their ...
Turlock native releases fourth album
Turlock native Andy Padlo recently released his fourth album, "Buffalo Wedding." He describes his style as a mix of singer/songwriter, folk, and alternative country/rock. Padlo lived in Turlock for most of his childhood. His family moved to town when he was in fifth grade and he attended Chatom School. He graduated from Turlock High School in 1979, where he played in school bands. Padlo also had a rock band with his friends. In ...
‘Gossip’ girls promote new album
The PreZcotts, a quartet of sisters from Modesto, are busier than ever with the release of their first album, "Gossip." The group has been performing at gigs all over the Central Valley, including recent visit to Dennis Earl Elementary School in Turlock. The sisters are between the ages of 12 and 17 and they write songs mostly about real teen experiences. "The songs we write are for girls who go through what the ...
Turlock teen shares his passion for piano
Rachel Rojas remembers very clearly when her son Heath's love of music became apparent. He was 4 years old at the time and was fascinated by his older brother's piano lesson. "Heath just loved the piano," she said. Eleven years later, Heath still plays the piano every day and aspires to a career in music. For the past year, Heath has been under the tutelage of retired California State University, Stanislaus professor ...
Guitar lessons important part of education, says local father
Sacred Heart second graders Matthew and Nicolette Badal were excited that it was Thursday. On Thursdays the brother and sister get to go to the little purple house on Main Street and do one of their favorite activities - play the guitar. The Badal twins are two of Ingram's Music of Turlock's newest students. They just started learning how to play the guitar in August. "Music arts at this stage is as ...
Five nights of star-studded entertainment to rock Merced Fair
The Merced County Fair's entertainment line-up has something for almost everyone this year.
Turlock Concert Association hosts New York artists
The Turlock Concert Association is closing out their season with a performance by the Wind Soloists of New York.
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