november music

11/6/27
October was an intense month. It was packed with gigs and driving, not to mention alot of new students. Both the performing and teaching brought me much joy. But man am I glad to have the next two months (moslty) free of gigs.

Here’s the music you should hear in the meantime:

Sat, Nov 10: Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings. They’re at Higher Ground, in the small room. I think it’s going to be exceptional. And possibly under-attended, unless we show up with the love. The music is funk and soul, and the band has an old-school sound. The same band backs up Amy Winehouse. $14 in advance— cheaper than a CD, and infinitely better.

Mon, Nov 26. Tinariwen. Also at Higher Ground in the small room. These guys are from the Sahara desert, and they are amazing, and they are coming here! And playing in a small room and they’re only asking $13-15 bucks to get in! There is some gooooood music coming from Mali.