The Glenn Miller Orchestra performs at the Cascade Theatre this Friday, March 16.
We’re losing a long-standing Sunday musical event after this week. The Rivercity Jazz Society will present their last concert and dance at the Redding Elks Lodge this Sunday, closing the curtains after 30 years. So long folks, and thank you for everything you’ve done for our local music scene.
Wednesday, March 14
The North State Symphony performs The Colors of the Symphony at the State Theatre in Red Bluff, from 9:15 a.m. until 12:15 p.m. Although the program is designed to offer an introduction to the orchestra for 5th grade students, all ages are welcome. (530) 529-2787.
Open Mic Night at The Grape Escape in Redding, from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. This open mic will normally happen on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Hosted by Hannah Danielle. 21 and over. (530) 244-8463. (The Grape Escape has moved. It’s now at 1824 Pine Street in Redding.)
Jake Carter at Market Street Steakhouse, beginning at 5:30 p.m. All ages. (530) 241-1777.
Shyy at Three Shastas Bar & Grill (Red Lion Hotel) in Redding, beginning at 8 p.m. (530) 221-8700.
Mumblefinger at Enjoy the Store in Red Bluff, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Mumblefinger will play Enjoy the Store most Wednesday evenings. All ages. (530) 727-9016.
Open mic at Silk Road Chai Shop in Mount Shasta, from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. All ages. (530) 926-3300.
In Paradise, the “Open Mikefull” group hosts an open mic at the Norton Buffalo Hall. Signups at 6:45 p.m. This open mic normally happens each Wednesday evening. All ages. Admission $2. 5704 Chapel Drive in Paradise.
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Thursday, March 15
The North State Symphony performs The Colors of the Symphony at the at the Cascade Theatre in Redding, from 9:15 a.m. until 12:15 p.m. Although the program is designed to offer an introduction to the orchestra for elementary school students, all ages are welcome.
Open Mic at Mason’s Pizza in Bella Vista, from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. All ages. (530) 549-4554.
North Fork at Tuscan Ridge Estate Winery in Red Bluff, beginning at 5 p.m. North Fork will appear at Tuscan Ridge on most Thursdays. (530) 527-7393.
Open mic at Yantra in Weaverville, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. All ages. 480 Main Street in Weaverville. This open mic is scheduled for every Thursday. (530) 784-1091.
Cisco Babadilla performs at Mt. Shasta Brewing Company in Weed, starting at at 6 p.m. All ages. (530) 938-2394.
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Friday, March 16
The Ten Tenors at the Redding Civic Auditorium, beginning at 7 p.m. All ages. (530) 229-0022.
Al Mires and Tyler Mansfield at Cafe Paradisio in Redding, beginning at 7 p.m. All ages. (530) 215-3499.
Jimmy Limo at Dry Creek Station in Bella Vista, beginning at 5:30 p.m. All ages. (530) 549-5386.
Annie Coty with Michael and Harmonica Steve at the Cedar Tree Restaurant in Palo Cedro, starting at 6 p.m. All ages. (530) 547-4290.
Painted Mandolin performs at the Pilgrim Congregational Church in Redding, starting at 8 p.m. (Doors open at 7:15.) All ages. Presented by the Oaksong Music Society. Tickets available in advance from Music Connection in Redding or from brownpapertickets.com. (530) 223-2040.
Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Cascade Theatre in Redding, starting at 7:30 p.m. All ages. (530) 243-8877.
6th Annual Irish Sing-Along with Wild Bill and the Mudwhompers at Kelly’s Pub and Wine Bar in Redding at 7:30 p.m. 21 and over. (530) 223-3165.
Open Mic Night at Enjoy the Store in Red Bluff, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Hosted by Hal Johnson. All ages. (530) 727-9016.
Andre Mottershead plays the Dunsmuir Brewery Works, beginning at 6 p.m. All ages. (530) 235-1900.
Soda Creek performs at Cooper’s Bar and Grill (at the Best Western Tree House) in Mount Shasta at 7 p.m. (800) 958-3363.
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Saturday, March 17
Chiharu Sai & Friends at Old City Hall in Redding, beginning at 7:30 p.m. All ages.
Al Mires and Cleveland Boney at the Woodside Grill in the Gaia Hotel in Anderson, starting at 6 p.m. All ages. (530) 365-7077.
Bonnie Raitt at the Redding Civic Auditorium, beginning at 8 p.m. All ages. (530) 229-0022.
Cold Sweat and Motor City Riot at the Castle Lounge in Redding, from 9 p.m. 21 and over. (530) 222-2485.
Morghande Celtic Band at Fratelli’s Pizza Parlor in Redding, beginning at 8 p.m. All ages. (530) 226-8086.
Black Vinyl 45 at Final Draft Brewing Company in Redding, from 7 p.m. All ages. (530) 338-1198.
Diggin’ Dirt at The Dip in Redding, starting at 8 p.m. 21 and over. (530) 241-2662.
Rainy Day Picnic at Tangle Blue Saloon in Weaverville, beginning at 9 p.m. All ages until 8 p.m. 21 and over after 8:30 p.m. (530) 623-4436.
Scotty’s Saturday Evening Music Showcase happens at Scotty’s Landing in Chico from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. (This event happens most Saturdays.) All ages. (530) 710-2020.
Diane Patterson at the Palace Theater in Weed, beginning at 7 p.m. All ages. (530) 340-2262.
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Sunday, March 18
Straight Ahead Combo at the Redding Elks Lodge, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. A Rivercity Jazz Society event. 250 Elk Drive in Redding. (530) 530-5900. (This will be the last event presented by the Rivercity Jazz Society.)
Old Time Fiddle and Bluegrass Jam from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. at St. James Lutheran Church in Redding. A free concert takes place at 2 p.m., followed by an open mic. Hosted by the California State Old Time Fiddlers, District 6. This jam happens on the first Sunday of each month. 2500 Shasta View, Redding.
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Monday, March 19
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Tuesday, March 20
In Chico, Madison Bear Garden’s open jam begins at 9 pm. All ages. (530) 891-1639.
Open mic at Gogi’s Cafe in Chico, beginning at 7 p.m. Open to all ages. Hosted by Dan Casamajor. (530) 891-3570.
Jimmy Limo makes his nearly-every-Tuesday appearance at Cooper’s Bar and Grill (Best Western Tree House) in Mount Shasta, beginning at 5:30 p.m. (800) 958-3363.
Thanks to Claudia Hastings for sharing her compilation of jazz events.
