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The migration route that connects West African nations with the Spanish Canary Islands remains the deadliest in the world, according to a Spanish aid organization.

Monday, August 12, 2024 12 p.m. Patrick Hadley plays, creates, and manufactures an African thumb piano called a “mbira” or “kalimba.” The Array mbira is a highly modernized version of an ancient African instrument. In Zimbabwe they are known as mbiras, however, these types of plucked metal tine instruments are known by many names, such as likembe, sanza, kalimba, and, simply, thumb pianos. Patrick and his business partner, the inventor of the array mbira, Bill Wesley, have been building these instruments for over 30 years. They are fully chromatic and play in every key, up to six octaves. Many professional musicians are using these instruments and they can be heard in several major motion picture soundtracks as well as songs by Taylor Swift and many others including Sting, Imogen Heap, RyCooder, Pharaoh Sanders, and others. Patrick's music has been heard on NPR, and one of his videos reached a staggering 22 million views! Free concerts at noon every Monday year-round . . . no wonder the Mini-Concerts are the longest-running and one of the most popular classical music series at the library! This series was founded by Glenna Hazleton in 1970 at the Athenaeum, and has been going strong ever since. The concerts feature both local and touring musicians, prize-winning students, university music faculty members, local chamber ensembles. . . and the repertoire also includes jazz, folk, and world music. There are no reservations, no tickets . . . just line up at the side door of the Athenaeum before noon. (Donations are always welcome!) Mini-Concerts take place every Monday at noon and last about an hour. The concerts will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for these events. Doors open at 11:50 a.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. These events will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of each concert. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/mini-concert-2024-0812 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

October 19, 2024 – January 11, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, October 18, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. JOSEPH CLAYES III & ROTUNDA GALLERIES CARLOS CASTRO ARIAS: THE SPLINTER IN THE EYE Carlos Castro Arias will be exhibiting his newest project, The Splinter in the Eye, an installation composed of paintings and objects in which the artist reflects about memory, trauma, and elements of the individual and collective identity. Carlos Castro Arias is a Colombian artist, professor, and musician. He received a BA from the Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano, Bogota in 2002 and was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship in 2008 to the San Francisco Art Institute, where he received an MFA in painting in 2010. Castro has been an associate professor at San Diego State University since 2019. In 2022, the Museo Universitario Universidad de Antioquia, Colombia exhibited a retrospective of his work entitled La Vida de las Cosas Muertas (The Life of Dead Things). Most recently Castro Arias has exhibited at Artpace, San Antonio; Bread & Salt, San Diego; LA Galería, Bogota; Quint Gallery, La Jolla, and Espacio El Dorado, Bogota. He has participated in group shows in Sweden, Peru, France, Spain, New Zealand, Mexico and Venezuela. His musical projects include: POPO (2000), Los Claudios de Colombia (2005-2010) and Amor Negro (2020). The artist lives and works between San Diego, Tijuana, and Bogota. The exhibition can be viewed in the Joseph Clayes III and Carolyn Yorston-Wellcome Rotunda Galleries at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library (1008 Wall Street, La Jolla, CA 92037) during open hours, Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/exhibition-2024-castro-arias Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

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San Diego, CA – Guaranteed to get you out of your seat and on your feet! The 11th Annual Bayside Gospel Concert Aboard the Midway is set to light up San Diego with "The Evolution of Gospel Music," featuring the unparalleled talent of multiple Stellar Award winner, Beverly Crawford, known for her raw fire and evangelistic stage presence. This will be a celebration of the rich history and vibrant future of gospel music. The event will take place on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. on the flight deck of the iconic USS Midway Museum. Featuring an array of talented artists, this event will be an unforgettable experience for music enthusiasts of all backgrounds. As you walk upon the flight deck set against the breathtaking backdrop of San Diego’s harbor, you will feel the spirit and community strength of the praise that will take place. Dr. Robert Earl Dean kicks off the event, reminding us of the gospel’s roots with simple yet powerful instrumentation—hands clapping, feet stomping, and tambourine. Tinika Wyatt blends soul and contemporary Christian music, resonating with a multi-ethnic audience. With captivating harmonic melodies , The Full Gospel Ensemble will showcase the essence of gospel music. Greater Life Church Dance Ministry will bring the gospel message of worship and movement. While breaking boundaries, The Vibe Experience is taking gospel music beyond traditional church settings, performing in restaurants, cafes, and unconventional venues. Ivey Conerly, a Christian Hip Hop artist, demonstrates how gospel lyrics can reach hip-hop culture, fostering crossover appeal. Eddie Baltrip and Fulfillment infuse traditional choir sounds with a fresh, non-traditional energy, captivating audiences with lively performances. Beverly Crawford’s chart-topping hits will have the audience up and on their feet worshiping and shouting! Join us for a night of jubilation, inspiration, and transformation at the 11th Annual Bayside Gospel Concert Aboard the Midway. It’s an event you won’t want to miss! Secure your seats today and join us as we travel through the evolution of gospel music. For more information, please visit our website or contact us at (858) 650-3190. Janta Milner, Publicist, Mandate Records, Inc. (858) 650-3190 x 318 jcmilner@mandaterecords.com Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bayside-gospel-concert-aboard-the-midway-2024-san-diego-tickets-899370921637?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2kyOxmOsTzYcNoFhrFlLDjgodOY8g50E2B-uvvr7HXEV6JVBVwojLD5kA_aem_UpiBbVO-cuznmTWujOxnsw

If you've spent the day canvassing and just need to take a breather, here are three games that have hit the spot recently for our pop culture critic.

This concert unites the poignant Mendelssohn siblings’ works—Fanny’s unduly neglected remarkable work and Felix’s stirring String Quartet, a reaction to her early passing—with compositions by artists silenced or oppressed during WWII. It embodies the spirit of perseverance and the unbreakable will of the human spirit through music. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/resilience/

A journey through the Baroque era’s most imaginative and whimsical works, featuring Telemann’s Don Quixote Suite and Purcell’s The Fairy Queen, capturing the essence of storytelling through music. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/baroque-fantasia/

This “takeover” concert, curated by renowned composer Thomas Adès, showcases him as composer, teacher, pianist, and conductor, and includes the U.S. premiere of “Forgotten Dances” with international guitar sensation Sean Shibe. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/takeover-the-baker-baum/

Amadeus comes alive as excerpts from Peter Shaffer’s iconic play are paired with Mozart’s sublime “Gran Partita,” blending dramatic readings with ethereal music for a captivating portrayal of Mozart’s genius. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/amadeus/