COLLAGE is an arts venue in San Pedro that opened in July 2021.
The mission of COLLAGE is to serve both the local and broader community with programs that are adventurous yet accessible. This is done by taking an expansive view of art that can include the visual, performative, culinary, and literary world, and making culture inclusive to consider ethnicity, affinity, ability, and emerging ways people are brought together. COLLAGE builds relationships with artistic and cultural communities and provides a space where they may come together to teach, learn, and entertain.
Live Music - Entertainment - Art shows - Culinary Programs -
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Kirk Nelson & Jambalaya West
THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 7:30 PM
Kirk Nelson’s New Orleans flavored music won the band the top spot on the Roots Music charts in 2022, and they’re back with a new album that is getting rave reviews. There’s real Louisiana soul in this bluesy, funky stew of music, and every day is Mardi Gras when they start to play.
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Ben Rosenblum Sextet
FRIDAY, APRIL 5, 7:30 PM
Ben Rosenblum is an internationally renowned pianist and accordionist who has won awards from Downbeat, ASCAP, and the American Jazz Piano Competition. He’s in town with his Nebula Project sextet that integrates sounds from Brazil, the Caribbean, Eastern Europe, and his native New York into a compelling and unique tapestry of sound.
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Saturday Mornings Rock at Collage!
SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 10 AM
Love rock music enough to get out of bed and play it? We’re opening for rock jam sessions on the third Saturday morning of each month. These will be conducted by Mark Warnholtz, who will coach those who would like some practice and instruction for the first hour. After that, the more experienced are welcome to join in and show their chops. We have a house drum kit and a few loaner guitars and basses, but ask you to bring your own if you have one or play something else.
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Jim Roberts & Friends – Only Los Angeles Appearance!
SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 7:30 PM
Jim Roberts’ bluesy vocals and expressive slide guitar are rooted in the American South, and he released his first albums in the US before moving to France. He headlines music festivals in Europe alone and with his band, and we’re delighted that he decided to call some old friends to play a show while he’s in town. This show will not be livestreamed, so get your tickets now to see Jim in person.
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Aron Kallay Concert: The Blur of Time & Memory: Alternate Tuning
SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 7:30 PM
Grammy nominated pianist Aron Kallay’s playing has been called “exquisite…every sound sounded considered, alive, worthy of our wonder” (LA Times). Aron’s performances integrate new technology and alternate tunings, and at the concert of new music for piano and synthesizer the man described as “LA’s most versatile keyboardist” will delve into microtonal music by new composers.
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April Open Jazz Jam – come and play!
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 7 PM
Catch a groove as we play through jazz standards and free jams for two hours of creative improvisation. We have a piano and drum kit, and a house guitar and bass, and welcome all sorts of instruments. The jam will be led by Grant Hungerford, a trumpet player who studied at Juilliard and the Manhattan School of Music and has performed with the LA Philharmonic. Grant was professor of Trumpet at UC Santa Barbara and is also a private teacher, and he knows how to work with students at all levels.
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Saturday Mornings Rock at Collage!
SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 10 AM
Love rock music enough to get out of bed and play it? We’re opening for rock jam sessions on the third Saturday morning of each month. These will be conducted by Mark Warnholtz, who will coach those who would like some practice and instruction for the first hour. After that, the more experienced are welcome to join in and show their chops. We have a house drum kit and a few loaner guitars and basses, but ask you to bring your own if you have one or play something else
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The Itty-Bitty Big Band
SUNDAY, APRIL 21st, 4 PM
The Itty Bitty Big Band sold out Collage at their last concert, and they’re back for more! They’re bringing an all-new program of well-loved jazz and swing tunes arranged for this unique three-horn combo. Watch for new Latin material, as well as classics by Horace Silver, Duke Ellington, Nat Adderley and others. Snacks and beverages will be provided at this afternoon show.
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Ted Russell Kamp & Friends Record Release Concert
SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 4 PM
Ted Russell Kamp charmed our audience with his short set at a recent concert and brings his band back for a full show. His album just came out and is already ranked in the top 5 in the roots rock/Americana radio play chart, and you’ll see why when this electrifying performer takes the stage.
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Progressive Bluegrass with The Storytellers
SATURDAY, JUNE 1st, 7:30 PM
The Storytellers are a visionary band that draws from the rich canon of traditional bluegrass, country blues, old time and folk music as a basis for inspired improvisations and intrepid vocal harmonies. At their shows you’ll hear covers of Appalachian standards, Grateful Dead tunes, and a whole lot of surprises, all delivered with tight harmonies and wild energy.