Coronado Times

Gonzo Live at The Islander
2023-01-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Islander, 1015 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Shaka Islanders, Nado’s favorite, Gonzo will be playing at The Islander every other Wednesday, from 6 to 8pm! Come in early to grab Happy Hour drinks and bites (3-6pm) and stay for Gonzo live!
See you there. Mahalo!

Crown City Chorale Community Singalong
2024-07-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
What if your Saturday morning promised to be fun, provide nourishment, lessen stress, and help make new friends? Such is the benefit of attending the Crown City Chorale’s Third Annual Singalong at the Coronado Library’s Winn Room on Saturday, July 6, from 10 am to noon. The free event is open to residents and visitors alike, but registration is required through the Library by calling 619-522-7390 or registering on their website.
Prepare to sing out the classics from Broadway to the Beatles, with side trips to ABBA, Stevie Wonder, Simon and Garfunkel, and patriotic tunes too. Light refreshments and lyric sheets will be provided.
Learn more:
Tune In With The Crown City Chorale’s Community Singalong on July 6

Ferry Landing Concert: Billy Lee and the Golf Coasters
2024-07-06 14:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
🎶 Add some free live music to your weekend with the Ferry Landing Weekend Concert Series, held on both Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 2 to 5 pm. Enjoy shopping, dining and dancing, all in one place at the Coronado Ferry Landing.

Ferry Landing Concert: Wild Rumor
2024-07-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Add some free live music to your weekend with the Ferry Landing Weekend Concert Series, held on both Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 2 to 5 pm. Enjoy shopping, dining and dancing, all in one place at the Coronado Ferry Landing.

John D. Spreckels Center Karaoke Night
2024-07-11 17:00 | John D. Spreckels Center 1019 Seventh Street Coronado, CA 92118, 101 D Ave, United States
Get ready to unleash your inner rockstar at the upcoming Karaoke Night happening at the John D. Spreckels Center on Thursday, July 11! Dive into the vibrant ambiance of the Grand Room, where classic tunes from the ’70s await your vocal prowess, all set against the backdrop of dynamic stereo music!
Enjoy a wholesome evening filled with complimentary refreshments and delectable snacks, amidst a welcoming and enthusiastic crowd. And here’s the cherry on top: a coveted prize awaits the performer who leaves the most lasting impression, adding an extra thrill to the night’s festivities.
The musical journey kicks off at 5 p.m., so make sure you’re primed and ready to belt out your favorite hits. The attentive Spreckels Center staff is on hand to ensure your experience is pitch-perfect. To secure your spot, it’s advisable to register in advance. Simply visit www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec, dial 619-522-7343, or swing by the front desk at 1019 Seventh St. Registration is $5 for residents and $7 for nonresidents.
Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and get ready to ignite the stage with your stellar performances at Spreckels Center’s Karaoke Night – an evening guaranteed to be filled with music, laughter, and memories!

Ferry Landing Concert: Breezn
2024-07-14 14:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States

Ferry Landing Concert: The Moonlight Serenade
2024-07-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States

Ferry Landing Concert: BlueFrog Band
2024-07-21 14:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Add some free live music to your weekend with the Ferry Landing Weekend Concert Series, held on both Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 2 to 5 pm. Enjoy shopping, dining and dancing, all in one place at the Coronado Ferry Landing.
Editor’s note: This article previously incorrectly listed the band name.

Ferry Landing Concert: Baywolf
2024-07-27 14:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States

A Night of Honor
2024-07-27 16:00 - 22:00 | The Laundry Pub, 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join Emerald Spear Tequila on Saturday, July 27 from 4 pm to 10 pm at The Laundry Pub at Hotel del Coronado.
An unforgettable evening of music, spirits and a silent auction to benefit the families of Navy SEALs Chris Chambers and Nathan Gage Ingram.
Live music from Electric Mud at 7 pm
Signature cocktails by Emerald Spear Tequila
No ticket or RSVP required in advance

Ferry Landing Concert: The Suenamis
2024-07-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States

Concert in the Park - Sixwire
2024-08-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
All the way from Nashville, along with a special guest, Sixwire will bring on the country music and so much more.
A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock and Roll. Sixwire is one of the busiest, hardest-working bands to come out of Nashville. In addition to performing their own spectacular shows featuring everything from their own hits to the best in pop, rock, classic rock, and even country, Sixwire regularly welcomes special celebrity guests to sit in with them.
Sixwire members served as “house band” on USA Network’s “Nashville Star”, and continued their television work on FOX’s “Next Great American Band”, CMT’s “Next Superstar”, and ABC’s dramatic series “Nashville”. The band also served as the first ever house band for the NFL Draft on ESPN, and most recently performed for the Las Vegas Raiders’ private event at this year’s Super Bowl. Be sure to join as a special guest will be revealed at the concert.
Website: SixWire.com

Concert in the Park - Cassie B
2024-08-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Performing a mix of originals and covers, including “Lady Marmalade” and “Purple Rain” Cassie B, a local musical inspiration and her talented team also has the honor of being the San Diego Padres house band.
The Perfect Mix. With show-stopping talent and extreme passion, Cassie B stops at nothing to create an extraordinary experience you’ll never forget. Cassie B’s music draws from the rich sounds of Motown soul and funk that she grew up listening to. She loves creating feel good music that makes you want to move.
Website: Cassie B

Health through Music
2024-08-15 14:00 - 15:30 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Did you know that music can provide various health benefits? Discover them at the John D. Spreckels Center! Sharp Coronado Hospital will present “Music for Wellness” on Thursday, August 15, from 2-3 p.m.
A music therapist from Sharp Coronado Hospital will lead this interactive, free presentation. According to Sharp’s Arts for Healing webpage, “Music therapy can help reduce pain and anxiety, improve well-being, and promote personal reflection.” Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a group music-making activity using hand-played percussion instruments. No previous experience is needed for this enjoyable and informative session.
There is no fee for registration, but the Spreckels Center staff recommend signing up to ensure ample seating. Register online at coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call 619-522-7343, or visit the front desk at 1019 Seventh Street.

Coronado Concert Band Viva Musica
2024-08-15 19:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Featuring Mariachi Garibaldi from Southwestern College, and the Coronado Concert Band.LEARN MORE:
Coronado Concert Band and Garibaldi Mariachi Make Music History

Concert in the Park - The Zippers
2024-08-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Back for an encore performance – with an impressive playlist that covers every conceivable era and style of music, The Zippers got their start early on as favorites on the national TV show Star Search. After winning multiple shows they went on to become finalists in that national competition, gaining the attention of many fans and industry professionals.
Using this valuable publicity as a springboard, the band has since propelled itself to the top of the corporate entertainment ladder, becoming one of the most sought after acts in the country. They were recently named Best Dance Band In The USA by the National Music Awards.
Website: The Zippers

Concert in the Park: Crown Town
2024-08-25 17:00 - 18:30 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Summer concert series in Spreckels Park.
Coronado’s own Matt Heinecke has been playing gigs in our town since he was a freshman at Coronado High School. His unique style of guitar draws on a wide range of influences, including folk, classical, rock, jazz, country and bluegrass.
Over a 20+ year career of professional performances the singer-songwriter has been featured everywhere from Coronado coffee shops to the studios of Los Angeles and Nashville. In addition to a full performance schedule, he is the band director of the Coronado Unified School District, preparing a new generation of artists for our stage and well beyond.

Website: Crown Town

Autumn Concert Series: La Camarada
2024-09-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Library’s Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 6 to October 25. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. Our first performance of the series features the Camarada Tango Quartet, live before their second tour in Argentina.

The mission of CAMARADA is to elevate and enrich the San Diego community and beyond by presenting phenomenal chamber music concerts, while engaging diverse audiences through visionary and educational programming, featuring living composers, commissioning new music, and igniting a powerful connection between the audience, artists and music.
Camarada is dedicated to presenting invigorating performances of musical masterworks. Established in 1994, Camarada shares the joy of chamber music by pairing performers of the highest caliber with intimate spaces throughout San Diego. Original founders Beth Ross Buckley, Ann Chase, and Mary Barranger had a vision of concert experiences that are inviting and engaging for audiences. In 2008 Dana Burnett joined Beth Ross Buckley as Co-Artistic Director continuing this tradition. Both have significant chamber music experience and bring to Camarada a renewed zest for playing intimate chamber music, collaborating with a variety of artists, commissioning music by American composers, and recording new projects.

Autumn Concert Series: Naomi Hobbs
2024-09-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Library’s Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 6 to October 25. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On September 13 we welcome Naomi Hobbs on piano for an “American Music” themed performance that includes pieces by Scott Joplin, Frederick Loewe, Leonardo Bernstein, and more.

Naomi Hobbs was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan. She earned her Music Degree at the Musashino Academia Musicae in Tokyo, where she taught for ten years. In 1998, one year before she moved to San Diego, she performed Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Piano Concerto with the Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra. She was the instructor of Music and Piano class at San Diego Community College for Ten years. She has been composing and arranging besides performing at concerts. She was the first prize winner of the 7th International Piano Competition in Mexico in 2012 and the gold medalist of 6th Seattle International Piano Competition in 2015.

Autumn Concert Series: Joshua White Trio
2024-09-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Library’s Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 6 to October 25. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On September 20, the Joshua White Trio will be performing The Music of Johnny Mercer.

Joshua White is one of the music scene’s most creative and technically accomplished pianists. Praised by legendary musicians like Herbie Hancock as having “immense talent” and lauded for his “daring and courageous approach to improvisation … on the cutting edge of innovation”, Joshua has distinguished himself as a formidable leader of distinct voice among his peers. Born and raised in Southern California, Joshua received early training at the piano and developed rapidly through rigorous study of both Western European Classical literature and the Black American Music traditions. Shortly after placing in the top two as a finalist of the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition, Joshua began concertizing as a soloist and musical collaborator all over the world — and continues to maintain an active touring schedule throughout Europe, Africa, and Asia. Joshua White can most often be heard with his critically-acclaimed TRIO (featuring Karl McComas-Reichl, bass & Tyler Kreutel, drums), as well as these musical ensembles: The Mark Dresser Quintet, Nicole Mitchell’s Black Earth Ensemble, The Daniel Rosenboom Quartet, Steph Richards & Super Sense, and LANCASTER (featuring Eric Revis, bass; Jeff Parker, guitar; & Guillermo Brown, drums).
Jazz bassist Rob Thorsen maintains a diverse and busy schedule in Southern California as a performer, educator, clinician and composer. He has found his true voice in the upright bass and performs regularly as a leader with artists including the Mike Wofford/Holly Hofmann Quartet, Gilbert Castellanos, Charles McPherson, Steph Johnson and a host of others. Rob has released six recordings as a leader, “Bass is the Space – Solos and Duos” featuring an array of jazz talents including Joshua White, Steph Johnson, Gilbert Castellanos and Marshall Hawkins in duo and solo performances. His most recent release is “So In Love” — a 10-track album with his wife/lead vocalist Steph Johnson featuring songs from Cole Porter, Joni Mitchell, and others.
Tyler Kreutel is a drummer/percussionist based in the Southern California area. Born and raised in San Diego, California, he took up the drums at the age of 12 in his middle school jazz band and hasn’t looked back since. Tyler graduated from The San Diego School for Creative and Performing Arts in 2012 and went on to receive his Bachelors in Music Performance at California State University Long Beach. While in college Tyler began playing professionally in both the San Diego and Los Angeles area and has been doing so ever since. Tyler has had the great fortune of playing with many outstanding musicians including Gilbert Castellanos, Charles McPherson, Henry Franklin, Joshua White, Marshall Hawkins, Steve Cotter and is one of the most in demand drummers in Southern California. He has taught at both The Orange County School of the Arts and Downey High School and is currently teaching at YLJC.
