On farmers market night downtown, you can now walk two blocks to Alegria and hear live acoustic music.
Another great lineup, including Sparrow's Gate...our favorite local band.
The spectacular view of Morro Bay is unbeatable, the food is great and the wine list is extensive.
Dave Congalton celebrates 20 years of live and local radio in San Luis Obispo on 920 KVEC AM. His show airs every weekday afternoon, serving as a valuable forum for members of our community. While not primarily a music show, Dave has always made time for musicians who have upcoming shows or new albums to promote. He also carries on the KVEC tradition of broadcasting live music, which goes back over sixty years. You can call in during the show to request your favorite Bob and Wendy song. Call the Studio Line at 805 543-8830.
Located on the beautiful Central Coast of California, and nestled in spectacular Morro Bay, Windows on the Water exemplifies the finest in Modern California Cuisine. Windows has been featured on Rachel Ray's "Tasty Travels", reviewed by Sunset Magazine and Coastal Living, is the winner of the "New Times" readers poll for "Best North Coast Restaurant", and our Executive Chef Neil Smith was the 2010 Sunset Magazine's "Battle of the Bay" winner.
After another year of showcasing songwriters at various venues around the county, Steve Key presents the best of 2011 (part 2).
7:00—Rob Kimball
7:20—Young Ireland
7:40—Bob & Wendy
8:00—intermission
8:15—Steve Bernal
8:35—Kelly Wildowsky
8:55—Valerie Johnson & Al B Blue
--plus Karen Tyler for two songs?
See what else Steve is up to at www.songwritersatplay.com
Ted Waterhouse invites an assortment of musicians to perform three or four songs each. He has been doing this for years and it is fun, accessible, and informal.
Out of left field, Ranchers for Peace happened rather by accident, unless you count family planning. Ray Duncan, daughter of Charles Duncan, sings genetically linked harmonies on his little miracles of songs, and she will also perform her own powerful music. Charles produced Bob and Wendy's album, Behind the Blue, which wound up at #12 on the Freeform Amarcana Chart. Come and hear everyone making beautiful music together.
Email: info@apwinery.com
Please join us for an evening of mingling, picking up your November selections and partaking in appetizers (from Meagan Loring) and wine! This event is complimentary for club members. Reservations requested!
Ted Waterhouse presents hand picked local favorites for an evening of differing approaches and styles.
Steve Key hosts his ongoing celebration of original song and live performance. He invites musicians from far and wide for musical sampling from across North America.
Enjoy all that Luna Red has to offer on a Sunday afternoon, including unaccompanied cello.
Michael's first show in SLO since 2006. Bob and Wendy will open and also join him onstage. Michael's new CD, St. Monday will be available at the show. For a preview, listen to the Dave Congalton Show (920 AM) at 4pm on the day of the show.
Just slightly off the beaten path, Last Stage West is a great place to spend a weekday evening. Enjoy dinner inside or out back in the garden. This will be Michael Fracasso's first Central Coast performance in quite a while, so come hear his new songs and pick up a copy of St. Monday, his great new CD. Bob and Wendy will open the show and also join Michael on selected songs.
Live, original, acoustic music -- Songwriters At Play are fun shows, held every week. Pro songwriter Steve Key hosts top local talent from California's Central Coast region, and touring professional artists. The venues are open to all ages, in these San Luis Obispo county locations:
--Thursdays at the Porch, Santa Margarita
--Sundays at Sculpterra Winery, Paso Robles
--Tuesdays at Kreuzberg, San Luis Obispo
Music by Bob & Wendy and Annual Musical Sculpture Garden Tour.
Dinner of Mushroom Sliders, Duck "carnitas" tacos, and salad provided by
Mathiesen's Bar-B-Q Service. Great wines and good times.
NOW is a good time to join one of our Wine Clubs. In September all Collector’s Club members will receive two selections from Paul Frankel, our winemaker. These two new releases have a complete new look; the 2009 Primitivo and the 2010 Repousse, our new Rhone blend consisting of 43% Syrah, 29% Mourvedre, 28% Petite Sirah are two new staff favorites and we hope they will become favorites of yours as well.
Learn more about Sculpterra from the San Luis Obispo Tribune - a wonderful article by Connie Pillsbury. Just in from Los Angeles International Wine Competition.
Find Monthly Wine Specials Live Music Calendar
Questions ?? Call Kyle, Tom or Paul anytime at 888.302.8881
Join one of our Wine Clubs for bigger discounts.
We like to step outside our own music sometimes and work with our friends. Andrew Beacock is an English folk singer whose guitar playing and songs are reminiscent of the sixties British folk of Bert Jansch, Nick Drake and John Renbourn. He has been a regular at Ted Waterhouse's Big Variety Nights, has a wonderful album produced by Charles Duncan, and regularly shames us locals with his understated fashion sense. Listen to Andrew at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/beacock.
Steynberg Gallery, which has become SLO's premier music and art venue, offers the perfect setting for an afternoon of music. The cafe will be open for fair trade coffees and teas, munchies, beer and wine.
Stay tuned for the New Downtown Location!
We join a great lineup at the venerable downtown venue. Ted Waterhouse presents a live sampler of local talent. It's always fun, unpredictable, and sometimes moving.
Check out the lineup:
6:30 Pete Yelda (who so kindly agreed to go first because he's a real pal)
6:50ish "Werde Beat-Hauwins" (Sidney and Christine)
7:10ish Randall Lamb
7:30ish Dave Lynch (in his "Farewell to the Northern Hemisphere" BVN appearance)
7:50ish Wildwood
8:10ish Bob & Wendy
8:30ish Ray Duncan
8:45ish Chas Duncan
9:00ish Erin Inglish
9:20ish Jody Mulgrew
9:40ish Swingin' Doors (Ynana and me)
We have heard great things about this venue and their Open Mic Night from Jude Johnstone. Smack in the middle of Bob's old Canaligator territory.
Wendy reads and Bob plays cello followed by discussion. It's all about how we perceive and react to sound...musical and otherwise.
Nourish your appetite with Luna Red's tantalizing mix of tapas, European staples and global creations. Now adding live music to the incredible atmosphere. Right next to the Fremont Theater downtown SLO.
Join the Solvang community for another summertime outdoor gathering on the lawn in front of New Frontiers. The BBQ will be smokin' , the market will be open, and we will be performing original music from our six albums.
Our original musical haunt in downtown San Luis Obispo.
Twice a month, the Sanitarium presents a variety of performers. Set in the parlor of an old Victorian, the music wafts through rooms where attendees will find pizze, wine, and conversation.
Join Clayhouse Wines the First Saturday of every month in Downtown Paso Robles for a celebration of the arts and wine!
They will have local photographer, Josh Kimball of Josh Kimball Photography showcasing his fantastic photos of vineyards, the ocean, picturesque scenes and much more. Of course, Clayhouse wine will be available for tasting and by the glass. Come in and enjoy!
Cozy wine and cheese shop on the corner of Monterey and Johnson. Formerly Monterey Street Wines.
A new venue! Live, original, acoustic music -- Songwriters At Play are fun shows, held every week. Pro songwriter Steve Key hosts top local talent from California's Central Coast region, and touring professional artists. Our venues are open to all ages, in these San Luis Obispo county locations:
The Amgen Tour of California 2011 roars into SLO County, it's Bike Month, and World Bicycle Relief is raising funds and awareness. Painted Sky Studios hosts this benefit concert in their intimate downtown Cambria space. More info at http://worldbicyclerelief.org and www.cambriaca.org .
Our guest is guitarist Jameson Swanagon. Learn about his unique approach and sound at
www.jamesonswanagon.com Jameson will play solo, Bob will join him on some original compositions, and Jameson will play with Bob and Wendy.
We return to the cozy wine and cheese shop on the corner of Monterey and Johnson.
Sally Ryder Brady reads from her new book and we play a few songs about relationships.
“A Box of Darkness by Sally Ryder Brady offers a compelling story of love—one of hard truths, tender affection, and an indomitable spirit. Throughout a long marriage this wife enjoyed the wit and intelligence of her husband. She marveled at his capabilities, but she also lived with his attraction to men and his alcoholism, while dreading the rage that could occur during his haze of heavy drink. The story winds back and forth through painful moments and glorious days with this couple and their four children. Brady’s precise and evocative writing keeps you turning the pages, as she reveals a true love story, one you won’t forget. You’ll find here an endurance and compassion that staggers the mind.”
—Elizabeth Cox, bestselling author of The Slow Moon
www.sallyryderbrady.com
Cozy wine shop with variety of cheese and bread on the corner of Monterey and Johnson. Formerly Monterey Street Wines.
We return to this old west venue for another fun time. Great food, people, and music.
Raffle Tickets Available Now, Winners to be Drawn at the Concert
Grand Prize: Apple iPadTM
2nd Prize: Weekend at Cayucos Beach Front House
And Many More Prizes that Day
For Raffle Tickets and More Information
Please Call: 805-238-0819
www.StJamesPasoRobles.org
Ted Waterhouse gathers up a veritable rogues gallery of local musicians for his fun and casual showcase. There will be some new upstarts along with the (un)usual old farts.
Live, original, acoustic music -- Songwriters At Play are fun shows, held every week. Pro songwriter Steve Key hosts top local talent from California's Central Coast region, and touring professional artists. Our venues are open to all ages, in these San Luis Obispo county locations:
Host Ted Waterhouse invites guests to perform short sets.
The afternoon offers a uniquely beautiful winery with giant sculpture, wine and music.
Featured artist is Sheryl Chestnut for this monthly art event. Galleries all over town stay open the first Friday of the month to celebrate art, music and refreshments.
Host Steve Key presents a musical feeding frenzy among locals and touring musicians.
Steve Key hosts a tribute to Bonnie Raitt. A variety of performers will cover songs that Bonnie has made her own over her long career. We are on early, so don't be late!
We play before headliner Craig Nuttycombe and Peter Yelda. Steve Key hosts the weekly songwriter showcase.
We visit North County for a two hour acoustic set beginning at noon. Joebella is next door to Trader Joe's in Templeton. Meet a friend, bring the family, or come solo and enjoy a relaxing Sunday afternoon.
Grand Lake, fresh from opening for Brushfire Records recording artists Rogue Wave at the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco, will open the intimate, acoustic performance. Expect some mingling amongst the performers. http://grandlaketheband.com/.
Steve Key hosts weekly showcases that present touring and local songwriters. This edition will feature Matt the Electrician from Austin TX, plus Brent Dannells, Stephen Styles, Liz Ryder. Our Austin friend Michael Fracasso says we will love Matt the Electrician, and we believe him. More about Songwriters at Play can be found at http://www.songwritersatplay.com/.
We join our talented friend David Lynch, performing a few songs and then joining him as he celebrates the release of his 4th CD, "I Can See Sound."
Ted Waterhouse, winner of this year's New Times Music Awards Best Song, hosts his ongoing gathering of hand picked locals. He says, "This Sunday, our lineup will be particularly stellar with Jody Mulgrew, Jade Jackson and Erin Inglish all performing together and separately, Bob and Wendy, Tim Jackson, Charles Duncan, the string band trio Wildwood, Bob Duffy (a.k.a. J Street Slim) Andrew Beacock and my own award-winning self Ted Waterhouse."
Wendy performs songs inspired by her study of Buddhism.
http://www.newtimesslo.com/ntma.php
2:00—Kevin Martin
2:20—David Lynch
2:40—Richard Green
3:00—Ted Waterhouse
3:20—Loren Radis
3:40—Bob & Wendy
4:00—awards
We are excited to open for our friend and Maine native Jude Johnstone, who has written many inspired songs, some of which have become hits for well known national artists. Learn more about Jude at http://www.bojakrecords.com/. Maine is beautiful in the summer and Ellsworth is a short drive to Acadia National Park.
We play live on air and talk with host Chris Darling. He loved our Behind the Blue album when it came out and played cuts on weekly show.
http://www.wmpg.org/
We will have to take a ferry to this one...
A Sunday afternoon musical mix with a set by Bob and Wendy, one from Jill Knight, followed by everyone together for the post-intermission finale. We have played together here and there over the years, but never enough or in this concentrated format. Hear Jill at www.jillknight.com.
This downtown venue holds many memories for us. It's where we were welcomed into the local music community, met Michael Fracasso at a SLO Folks concert, had CD release shows and birthdays, and played countless Big Variety Nights. And it's where we hung out with Linnaea Phillips and her enterage. We like to make an annual pilgrimage to the tiny stage.
Steve Key presents another musical grab bag. The place was packed last week, so get there early. Steynberg now offers beer and wine along with their regular cafe menu.
6:30 - Jayson Jones
6:50 - Molly & Kellan
7:10 - Izaac Meras
7:30 - Bob & Wendy
7:50 - intermission
8:00 - featured act Luis Oliart
8:45 - Jack Adams
You can Google any of the above artists to learn more.
We open for twang band Red Eye Junction who celebrate release of their new CD. Bob plays cello on the CD and will join the band after Bob and Wendy's opening set.
Things got a little too hot at Chili Petters awhile back when they suffered a fire at the local landmark restaurant. Luckily, Peter Yelda lives right next door, and feeling the heat he stepped up to organize a benefit concert. Louie Ortega, Cafe Musique, Bob and Wendy, and Peter Yelda are among the performers. Come and stay all afternoon or drop in any time throughout the event.
Steve Key hosts the Tuesday night showcase. This is a great way to see and hear a variety of performers in one evening. The Steynberg Gallery compliments the music with their cafe offerings including fair trade coffee, tea, beer and wine.
St. James' Episcopal Church fundraiser
Barbeque Tri-Tip Sandwich Dinner
Starting at 4:30 pm
$8.00 Per Plate
Raffle Tickets Available Now, Winners to be Drawn at the Concert
Grand Prize: Weekend at Cayucos Beach Front House
2nd Prize: Aerial Tour of Scenic Coast
And Many More Prizes that Day
For Raffle Tickets and More Information
Please Call: 805-238-0819
www.StJamesPasoRobles.org
Ted Waterhouse brings together a hand-picked lineup of locals. Performers have three songs to make you ponder, laugh, cry, dance on the tables....or run for the door.
The ongoing series is structured to force collaboration, sometimes against our better judgement. For this show, we will tangle with one of the Central Coast's finest songwriters, Charles Duncan. And, yes he plays guitar and sings. Oh, and yes, he produced our album, Behind the Blue.
Enjoy your Sunday morning with homemade Quiche, Fresh Fruit and Bob and Wendy. Not only is there great Zinfandel but also 5 different Pinot Noirs to choose from!
Steve Key presents another diverse lineup of performers from hither and yon.
6:45--Matt Hatfield
7:00--Evan Brown
7:15--John Sandoval
7:30--Dennis Simila
7:45--featured act Carrie Wade
8:30--Shannon Savage
8:45--Bob & Wendy
9:00--Julian Contreras
http://www.songwritersatplay.com/
Songwriters At Play! is a series of showcases hosted by Steve Key, featuring performances by top local talent from San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties, and touring professional singer-songwriters.
6:30--TBA
6:45--Peter Beck
7:00--Bob & Wendy
7:15--Gigi Beth
7:30--Ansley Rix
7:45--featured act Tom Freund
8:30--Dorian Michael
8:45--Mo Hensler
9:00--Meredith Hobbs
9:15--TBA
http://www.songwritersatplay.com/
Bob and Wendy have been fans of Jody Mulgrew since hearing his work with the Johnny Starlings. His well-crafted pop ballads, deceivingly relaxed vocals, and appealing stage presence combine to mesmerize audiences. Jody, Wendy and Bob will perform separately and together during this Sunday afternoon free show at Steynberg Gallery. The Steynberg has recently expanded it's menu, which now includes beer and wine, in addition to it's fair-trade coffees, teas and more.
Steve Key brings touring and local musicians together for a lively evening of original music. It is a musical feeding frenzy.
We return to the spectacular sculpture gardens. Enjoy the art, the winery, the wine, and the music.
Steve Key brings touring and local musicians together for a lively evening of original music. It is a songwriter's feeding frenzy. The locals learn from non-locals, and visa versa.
THE CENTRAL COAST AMERICANA FESTIVAL
JANUARY 14 – 17, 2010
Honoring the American heritage of music, food and art, the Boutique Hotel Collection is celebrating California’s music tradition with four days of exciting Americana-themed events featuring live music, outstanding heritage-inspired food and drink created by premier local chefs and original
artwork and artists.
The Boutique Hotel Collection venues include: The Cliffs Resort, The Sea Venture Resort, Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, The Apple Farm Inn and the Inn at Morro Bay
For complete festival information, click the following link. www.sloamericanafestival.com/
BVN is always big fun with a great lineup of local music figures. This month's lineup promises to include: Jody Mulgrew, Bob and Wendy, Charles Duncan, Mo Hensler, Dorian Michael, Tim Jackson, Wildwood, Craig Louis Dingman, Ted Waterhouse and more TBA. The show runs from 7 to 10pm. Don't miss a minute of it.
The last Sunday of the month we invite a special guest for a relaxed afternoon concert where anything can happen. This show features Jameson Swanagon. Check him out at http://jamesonswanagon.com/.
Steve Key hosts a weekly showcase. Multiple performers play in support of headliner Charles Duncan. Follow this link for more info: http://www.stevekey.com/
The monthly open gallery event will feature artist Lorna Teixeira (lornatex.com) and Picking Daisies' beautiful cloth napkins. We will be in the corner playing for the friendly people.
Enjoy your Sunday morning with Fresh Crepes from Le Ciel, Live Music, Barrel Samples and great Wild Horse Wines. $10 per person/Complimentary for wine club. We will be open Sunday at 10am.
Ted Waterhouse hosts a bunch of hand picked locals.
The last Sunday of the month brings Bob and Wendy together with a featured guest musician. The format will encourage collaboration and previewing of works in progress. Check out Zebedee Zaitz with Sparrows Gate performing at Boo Boo Records on myspace at http://www.myspace.com/sparrowsgate
We have heard great things about the Porch and will finally get to try out the room ourselves. Santa Margarita is one of the gems of SLO County for that small town, country atmosphere.
Steve Key hosts his Thursday Songwriter Showcase at the Porch. We will give the locals a preview of our upcoming show on the 29th, also at the Porch.
The tiny stage sprouts another evening of song, guitar, cello and mandocello.
Wendy shares her dharma songs with the sangha members. Everyone is welcome. Click White Heron Sanga above for more information.
Wild Horse Winery is honored that Return to Freedom will be there for a fun afternoon. Meet the celebrity equine resident “Spirit”, the Kiger Mustang stallion that served as the model for the DreamWorks animated film “Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron”. Bring the kids and help kick off Return to Freedom month which starts in July. $5 per person with a portion of the proceeds to benefit Return to Freedom.
We share the evening with Charles Duncan, producer of our Behind the Blue album. He is also a fine songwriter, picker and performer.
The first Second Sunday concert at the legendary Big Sur library. We will share the stage with Mike West, Vic Sadot and Randall Lamb.
Hosts Donna and Ted ask a few questions, but mostly have us play for their weekly show. It airs Friday at 8 pm and repeats on Saturday at 4 pm on Charter Public Access channel 2.
Formerly Ciscos and the Spindle, the newly opened La Terrazza has healthy and affordable food. They have added a beer and wine tiki hut out back. Located on the creek across from the Mission in Downtown SLO.
Ted Waterhouse hosts Big Variety Night featuring a bunch of hand picked locals.
A new wine bar / music venue in an old converted lumber barn with a strong connection to the community.
We return to one of the best music venues on the Central Coast featuring the acoustically perfect garden wedding chapel. Refreshments and the new Ghost of Guadalupe CD will be available during intermission and after the show.
Art After Dark is a great time to take a walking tour of downtown galleries. We will perform for our friends who own a cool napkin store. They make them, iron them and sell them at their beautiful shop in the Creamery.
Ted Waterhouse strikes again and hosts a varied assortment of local performers.
7 presenters, 20 images, 20 seconds. Bob and Wendy mark Bob's sixtieth birthday by performing to images of Bob's musical journey dating back to sixth grade. What is Pecha Kucha? Go here: www.pecha-kucha.org
Bring your Valentine to Boo Boo's for a live in-store performance of songs from Ghost of Guadalupe (released 12/08). We will toss in some love songs for the occasion. If you don't have a Valentine, you can hang out with us after the show.
Annual celebration of Martin Luther King Jr with multiple performers.
More details to follow, but we will be playing at the Apple Farm on Monterey Street...
Linnaea's Cafe hosts another edition of the occasional ongoing variety spectacular, Big Variety Night. The show, which runs from 7 until 10pm is hosted by local singer/songwriter/guitarist/bandleader Ted Waterhouse and will feature brief cameo sets by local music faves Bob and Wendy, Chick Tuesday, Tim Jackson, Charles Duncan, Andrew Beacock, Peter Yelda, Loren Radis, Billy Foppiano and Ted Waterhouse. Admission is free, donations welcome. Come on by for some big variety!
Spend an evening at the YMCA as local artists present music, poetry, short stories, photography, paintings & much more.
Share your artistic talents or just feel free to enjoy a warm beverage and a delicious treat while you are entertained by others in our community. Donations are greatly appreciated to support the Y-Arts program and beverages and desserts will be sold for a nominal fee.
Persons interested in attending should pick up a FREE TICKET at the YMCA, as seats may be limited. For more information or to register your talent, please contact Nathan Asher nasher@sloymca.org or Lana Dow ldow@sloymca.org or call the Member Services Counter at 543-8235.
Bob and Wendy will perform songs from their new CD, Ghost of Guadalupe. The project grew out of a collaboration with members of Virgil Cane; Butch Boswell, David Radmacher, and Adam Farber. Other contributors are Jude Johnstone, Tim Novoa, Piper Heisig, Bette Byers and Sal Garza. The recording sessions took place in the old Royal Theatre in Guadalupe, a small town south-west of San Luis Obispo. Barry Goyette created the CD package with his unique photography of the remote town and theatre.
We return to play for the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. A young member of their congregation is speaking on Buddhism. Wendy will sing at least three of her Buddhism inspired songs accompanied by Bob on cello and mandocello.
Catch an acoustic preview of the Steynberg show (7pm - same day) in the intimate performance space at Boo Boo Records.