California Concerts
Torrance Del Amo Summer Music Series
Del Amo Fashion Center
3525 Carson St.
Torrance, CA 90503
Free, simon.com
2019 Concerts
2-4 p.m.
June 8, 2019 Matt Shockley
July 13, 2019 BLCK Noise
August 10, 2019 Madlyn Hill
September 14, 2019 Amy May
The public is invited to the free concert series in the Outdoor Village. There's live music from local musicians, food and drink samples, outdoor games and more! The first 50 guests receive a Signature Tote with retailer goodies. Don't miss your chance to win a raffle prize, too!
Los Angeles International Ukulele Festival September 28, 2019
Torrance Cultural Arts Center
3330 Civic Center Drive
Torrance, California
$, kalakoa.com/
Celebrating the Ukulele bringing musical joy for over 100 years! Los Angeles International Ukulele Festival explores the musical versatility of the ukulele for the experienced ukulele player, the occasional strummer, and curious spectator.
The Festival includes
- workshops for all levels of playing ability
- work on technique
- learn to play
- live all-star performances by some of today's most popular ukulele players
- vendors and popular Hawaiian food and beverage options
- all-star performances all-day
- today's hottest ukulele talent plus
Workshops at the Programs for Beginners (in Japanese and English); Strum-alongs; Pop Songs; Artist Q&As; Reggae Strumming
Scales - Intro to Hula
- Singing for Ukulele Players
- Chord Melodies
- Blues for Ukulele
- Intros & Endings
- Triplets
- Get your Right Hand Grooving
The ukulele originating in the 19th century as a Hawaiian adaptation of the Portuguese machete, a small guitar-like instrument, which was introduced to Hawaii by Portuguese immigrants, mainly from Madeira and the Azores and is a member of the lute family of instruments. Ukuleles commonly come in four sizes: soprano, concert, tenor, and baritone and generally employs four nylon or gut strings or four courses of strings.
Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.