TobyMac are among the best bets of the weekend
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Here are three shows worth checking out in the Bay Area this weekend:
Jake Shimabukuro
As a musician you know you’re doing something right and people often compare you to one of the greatest artists of all time. So yeah, we would definitely say that Jake Shimabukuro – widely known as „der Jimi Hendrix der Ukulele“ – definitely worth a visit when he performs at the SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco November 21-24. Show times are November 21st to 23rd at 7:30 p.m. and November 24th at 3:00 p.m. Tickets start at $35, sfjazz.org.
Tracy Bonham
The Grammy-nominated indie music band Something cool is happening at the Catherine Clark Gallery in San Francisco. The “Mother Mother” singer, who will release a new album in 2025, will perform an hour-long set in an intimate venue with bassist Rene Hart, violinist Ani Bukujian and cellist Saul Richmond-Rakerd, and will take part in a talks with the acclaimed Artist Julie Heffernan, who is currently the focus of a painting exhibition at the gallery. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. and tickets are $100, cclarkgallery.com.
Toby Mac
Grammy Award-winning singer TobyMacwhose best-known numbers include “Gone,” “Made to Love” and “Lose My Soul,” is headlining a massive Christian music show at the Oakland Arena on Nov. 23. The other two incredibly popular artists on the project are MercyMe and Zach Williams. The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets start at $31, wakingevents.com.
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Hello and welcome to World-Today-News. As the website editor, I have the pleasure of introducing our guests for today’s interview: music enthusiast and blogger, Sarah Johnson, and entertainment journalist, Victor Brown. They’ll be discussing the top musical events happening this weekend in the Bay Area.
Sarah, you’ve recommended Jake Shimabukuro’s concert. Could you tell us more about this artist and why you think he’s worth seeing live?
Sarah: Of course! Jake Shimabukuro is a virtuoso ukulele player who’s been making waves in the music world for years. He’s known for his incredible technical proficiency and ability to infuse the traditional sound of the ukulele with contemporary influences, resulting in a truly unique and captivating style. I think his show at the SFJAZZ Center will be a great experience for anyone looking to hear some amazing music and watch an incredible performer at work.
Victor, you’ve highlighted Tracy Bonham’s performance. What can fans expect from this show?
Victor: Tracy Bonham is an incredibly talented singer-songwriter who’s been making great music for over two decades now. Her show at the Catherine Clark Gallery promises to be an intimate and dynamic experience, featuring a new album collaboration with acclaimed artist Julie Heffernan. Fans can expect to hear some of her greatest hits as well as a preview of what’s to come in 2025. Plus, the gallery setting adds an extra layer of intrigue to the evening.
That sounds intriguing. Sarah, why do you think Tracy Bonham’s show is worth checking out?
Sarah: I think Tracy Bonham’s show is worth checking out because she’s a true artist in every sense of the word. Her music has stood the test of time, and her collaborations with other creatives only add to her already impressive body of work. Plus, the chance to see her in such an intimate setting is rare and not to be missed.
Speaking of intimate settings, Victor, you’ve also mentioned TobyMac’s concert at the Oakland Arena. Could you tell us more about this event and what makes