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This weekend in the arts: A fresh spin on "Antony & Cleopatra;" world premiere contemporary ballet; new installation and sculpture; cat videos on the big screen; SummerFest's closing weekend; Baja food and wine; Ameri'kana and more live music.

Returning from New Orleans, LA, the New Orleans Swinging Gypsies take the stage at Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for a the 169th Session of Dim Sum & Jazz! Seating Begins at 6 P.M. Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! About The New Orleans Swinging G’s "If you want to hear some clean fresh recordings of some of Reinhardt’s best works with a slightly New Orleans flair, this sextet is for you. Like a punk band ripping into pop chestnuts, they’re faster, brighter, sprightlier and livelier than the originals, which is saying something when it comes to Django.” - Offbeat Magazine The New Orleans Swinging G’s embody the spirit of the classic swing era, evolving swing music into a form of futuristic punk rock; calling it “post modern New Orleans swing”. There is no doubt, this fiery bunch has a strong voice in both New Orleans and San Diego. NOCCA graduate and New Orleans native, lead guitarist John Saavedra founded this band in 2014. They play at several venues in both cities, estimating about 40 gigs a month; the Swinging G’s have been featured on ESPN Monday night football, NCIS, WWOZ, Offbeat Magazine, The Syncopated Times Magazine, L.A. Jazz Scene Publication, WWLTv channel 4 news, French Quarter Festival, Gretna Festival, Hey Mister Jesse! Podcast based in San Francisco, and Rochester NY WGMC Jazz. Their latest album “Hot Boudin”, was produced by Randy Crafton, a prominent engineer based in New York City, who’s worked with legends Aretha Franklin and the Mingus Big Band. Hot Boudin was nominated for best traditional jazz album of 2019 in the New Orleans most prominent music magazine, The Offbeat. They have recently expanded their travels to both the east and west coast. This new age bopping band pushes the limits of swing into their own fusion of unique sounds that vibrate with a passionate flare. John (guitar/vocals) along with Giselle (vocals/dance) provide an atmosphere that is both enticing and joyful for all who experience their music. You'll often find swing dancers cutting a rug to this delightful band, merging music and dance as one! Stay Connected with New Orleans Swinging G's! Facebook & Instagram

From Dublin, Ireland, Gerard Nolan makes his return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 152nd session of Dim Sum & Jazz! Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! TONIGHTS LINEUP Gerard Nolan is a woodwind master hailing from Dublin, Ireland. Skilled on all the saxophones, clarinets, and flutes you can imagine, Gerard Nolan’s bright and joyful sense of music never fails to put a hop in one’s step! Gerard Nolan Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/luckyg396/ Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter!! Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island See More Events www.goldenislanddimsum.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events

Aaron Lind and His Organ Trio make their debut at Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 175th Session of Dim Sum & Jazz Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! About Aaron Lind Aaron Lind is a highly skilled classical and jazz guitarist who delivers memorable performances that are full of passion, energy and great music. Effortlessly combining history and tradition with contemporary style and modern flair, Aaron brings a timeless and polished musical environment with classical guitar masterpieces from Tarrega, Barrios, Sor, and a joyful and energetic experience with solo, trio, or quartet jazz ensembles that call back Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, and other great players from the jazz tradition. Aaron is a highly accomplished, technically proficient guitar professional who can bring an emotionally rich, luxurious ambiance to private events, and an upbeat and energetic experience from the stage with his band. Aaron Lind is a highly sought-after classical and jazz musician and the only sound of his kind in San Diego, CA. After receiving his Undergraduate and Master’s degrees in music from the University of New Orleans, Aaron remained in New Orleans to perform and tour with several bands. In 2020, Aaron moved to San Diego, where he has established himself as a regularly featured artist both in private and public settings. Aaron’s performing experience includes appearances at Notre Dame Jazz Fest, Gene Harris Jazz Fest with Eric Marienthal, New Orleans Jazz Fest, French Quarter Fest, Bayou Boogaloo, and a variety of music festivals across the US, as well as appearances at notable nightclubs including House of Blues, Tipitina’s, Blue Nile, Lion’s Den NYC, and more. In more intimate settings, Aaron has performed for countless weddings and private parties around New Orleans. Aaron performed for the San Diego Chamber of Commerce at their 2022 Small Business Awards gathering. Aaron Lind Social Media https://www.aaronlindmusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/aaronlindmusic/ https://www.facebook.com/lind.aaron https://www.youtube.com/@aaronlindmusic Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter! Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island See More Events www.goldenislanddimsum.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events

Steph Johnson and her band makes their long awaited debut at Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 171st show of Dim Sum & Jazz Seating Begins at 6 P.M. Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! Reservations are highly encouraged! About Steph Johnson Steph Johnson is an award-winning, multi-dimensional recording artist and activist whose music deftly blends jazz, soul, funk and blues. Through her 20-year music career, Steph has recorded five studio albums. Her latest album "So In Love", is a collection of Johnson's favorite jazz standards and ballads. The 10-track record features pianist Josh Nelson (Natalie Cole), guitarist Anthony Wilson (Diana Krall), trumpeter Chris Lawrence, bassist Rob Thorsen and drummer Richard Sellers. “With her recent release of 'So In Love,' Steph continues her spiral upward towards bright, musical horizons. This may be her best recording to date.” — DeeDee McNeil. LA Jazz Scene Growing up, Steph was influenced by her grandmother’s favorite singers: Ike and Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, and Stevie Wonder; and by the ’70s icons beloved by her mother, including James Taylor and Joni Mitchell. She discovered jazz through Miles Davis' classic album, ‘Kind of Blue’, which led her to the great female jazz vocalists: Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and Sarah Vaughn. “Johnson’s core strength is as a communicator with rhythmic depth and smoky, pliant power…her sweet yearning vocal really soars." — Robert Bush, Jazz critic Johnson performs regularly throughout Southern California and the Western United States. She is currently working on new material for her next project. When she’s not working on music, Steph directs her creative energy towards social activism. In 2016 she co-founded Voices of Our City Choir, with fellow musician Nina Deering. What began as an organic collaboration between local musicians and people experiencing homelessness has grown into an internationally recognized performance ensemble and innovative nonprofit that uses music and arts to amplify the voices of people impacted by homelessness. Steph now serves as Voices’ Chief Executive Officer and Creative Director. Read more about Voices of Our City Here. Steph Johnson’s work and the formation of the Choir, was featured in the 2018 award-winning documentary “TheHomeless Chorus Speaks”, which aired on PBS. Her tireless dedication to her craft and the unsheltered community has earned her well- deserved recognitions, including 2020 “Woman of the Year”, a finalist for San Diego Magazine’s 2022 Activist of the Year, as well as “California Arts Champion” by Californians for the Arts, exemplifying Steph’s profound impact on the arts and society at large. Stay Connected with Steph Johnson! Facebook & Instagram

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Sunset Sounds - a pre-show live music series every Friday at 5 p.m. that will be featuring local musicians and bands from San Diego’s beloved music community! Food and drink specials every Friday, with pop up vendors every now and then! About Gypsy Sally Based out of sunny San Diego, Gypsy Sally is a three piece blues band that brings the old school feel to the new age from blues, to rock with the occasional Bossa and Latin twist. Front man Kyler Jakubowski has utilized his North Carolina roots and over the years has created a very unique blues sound not heard since the 50’s, Austin Wagner links the rhythm and melody with his smooth motown influenced James Jameson style, and Martin Quezada holds the beat on drums with his Caribbean swing, all of which when brought together creates what is now known as the one and only Gypsy Sally. To date, Gypsy Sally has recorded one album, "How Long," recorded live in the studio with Alan Sanderson. Gypsy Sally is named after a bar in the song "Tecumseh Valley" by Townes Van Zandt. Apart from Van Zandt, the band is influenced by classic blues artists like B.B. King, John Lee Hooker, and Peter Green. However, in addition to the blues, the band also draws influence from the vocals of Sam Cooke, and the rock guitar of Rory Gallagher. See More Events here For more information visit: bardicmanagement.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The Garners return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 158th Session of Dim Sum & Jazz! - Seating Begins at 6 P.M. - Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M. - Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! “The Garners” is a modern vintage duo/trio that embraces gypsy jazz, 1920’s and 30’s jazz, blues, and folk. They are writers of music as well, and you will find that the inspiration behind their originals comes from these classic eras/genres. Raggedly sophisticated, The Garner’s mysterious sweetness will entrance even the most immovable listener. With Lorelei on Tenor Ukulele, Jon on Gypsy Guitar, and both singing from the deep wells of our booming hearts, our music will transport you back when times were harder, yet the good times, more colorful, vibrant, and bold. She’s a little bit country, he’s a little bit rock ‘n’ roll… well, sort of. Lorelei, vocals and ukulele, is a classically trained vocalist that has fallen in love with swing jazz and Americana. Jon, vocals and guitar, is a certified jazz nerd having fallen in love with Billie Holiday, Lester Young, and Charlie Christian at the age of 16. He also has a soft spot for roots music, especially Sonny Terry and Brownie Mcghee. They decided to make it easier to split the check and got married in October, 2015. Their whole life is music. They gig, teach, compose, and record. They can be found performing their blend of swing classics, gypsy jazz, Americana, and originals all over Southern California. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The Zzymzzy Quartet makes their long awaited return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 157th Session of Dim Sum & Jazz! - Seating Begins at 6 P.M. Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M. - Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! About The Zzymzzy Quartet Rhymes with "Whimsy" The guys from the Zzymzzy Quartet have simple ambitions: they just want to play it like it was when it was unamplified, melodic, swinging, dreamy, full of sly surprise. From the Prohibition through the Second Big War, the glory days of Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington are being recaptured humbly and with humor in San Diego by four musicians who know it don’t mean a thing without that swing: - Beston Barnett - Guitar, Vocals - Pete Miesner - Guitar, Lead Vocals - Matt Gill - Clarinet - Paul Hormick - Upright Bass The Zzymzzy Quartet takes its name from a hypothetical “last word” in the dictionary: thus, their tagline, “The Last Word in Gypsy Swing.” The “Gypsy” sound is heard in much of the guitar work, heavily influenced by the stylings of French Gypsy jazz legend Django Reinhardt, but the group also pays tribute to the Swing Era with classic standards and idiomatic originals. Since the Zzymzzy Quartet came together in 2004, they’ve played dances, parties, weddings, festivals, art openings, and events throughout Southern California to unanimous enthusiasm, carving out a name for themselves as a tasty dance band and a classy addition to every wedding. In 2017, ART HURTS Records released their second CD, Petite Fleur which, on top of inspired playing and elegant arrangements, features cameos from a variety of beloved San Diego musicians. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

SWING INTO SPRING SERIES The Mad Hat Hucksters return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 153rd show of Dim Sum & Jazz. Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! THE MAD HAT HUCKSTERS are a swing band from San Diego, playing the music of the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s. Founded by swing dancer Morgan Day in 2015, this sextet finds their sound in the style of small combo jazz bands of the swing era, emulating greats like Fats Waler, Sydney Bechet, and Louis Armstrong. Playing a variety of music from traditional jazz to swing to early rhythm and blues, listeners are guaranteed to hear music that will get your feet tapping and up on the dance floor. ''. . . an infectious groove and playful interactions between the saxes and then the guitars . . . . well constructed enough for listening but never leaves the dancers hanging . . . . Mission accomplished.''-Joe Bebco, The Syncopated Times Mad Hat Hucksters Socials https://madhathucksters.com/ https://www.facebook.com/madhathucksters/ https://www.instagram.com/madhathucksters/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0wx6R_YIhuxaGei9FKysRw Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter! Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island See More Events www.goldenislanddimsum.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events