Coronado Times

Summer Concert: Bluegrass band, The Shoreline Pickers
2026-08-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Shoreline Pickers band originated from casual jam sessions at the shoreline of Mission Bay. They love acoustic music and enjoy the contributions of the various instruments. The members are Mary Jane Cupp on mandolin, Mark Pullin on guitar, Pete Varhola on bass, John Deckard on harmonica, and Jacob Blythe on banjo. All members contribute vocals as well. The Shoreline Pickers have performed at churches, civic organizations, San Diego County libraries, as well as at the San Diego County Fair. They enjoy playing traditional Bluegrass, some Old Time, and other Americana.

The Library’s Summer Concerts offer the perfect midday musical escape in the Winn Room. This concert is free to attend thanks to the support of the City of Coronado and the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. Seating is first come, first seated and doors will open at 12:45pm.

Concert in the Park: High Tide Society
2026-08-09 18:00 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
High Tide Society
Get Ready to Make a Splash, don your captain’s hat and your ascot tie and get ready to dance the night away with High Tide Society. This energetic 8-10 piece band – with their breezy blend of horns, guitars, keyboards, and harmonic vocals – combines soft rock, upbeat R&B, and disco dance hits from the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s and beyond.
Website: High Tide Society
Sponsored by
Kory Kavanewsky of CMG Mortgage

Summer Concert: Classic Swing with Judy Carmichael
2026-08-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Grammy-nominated pianist/vocalist, Judy Carmichael brings the joy of classic swing to the Coronado Library once again with her signature stride and boogie piano. Judy dives into 1930s and ’40s favorites from Gershwin, Fats Waller, Cole Porter and Peggy Lee, along with originals inspired by her hilarious adventures from her life the road.

The Library’s Summer Concerts offer the perfect midday musical escape in the Winn Room. This concert is free to attend thanks to the support of the City of Coronado and the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. Seating is first come, first seated and doors will open at 12:45pm.

About Judy Carmichael:
Grammy-nominated pianist, vocalist, and radio host Judy Carmichael is widely recognized as one of the world’s leading interpreters of stride and swing piano. Nicknamed “Stride” by Count Basie, she has built an international career performing everywhere from Carnegie Hall and major jazz festivals to concert halls, castles, and nightclubs across Europe, Australia, and South America. A celebrated recording artist, Carmichael has released acclaimed vocal and instrumental albums featuring collaborations with jazz greats including Mike Renzi, Harry Allen, and Jay Leonhart. Jazz Times praised her vocal style for blending the warmth of Peggy Lee with the insight and sophistication of Annie Ross.
Beyond the stage, Carmichael has been a prominent advocate for jazz through media and education. She is the creator and longtime host of Judy Carmichael’s Jazz Inspired, the award-winning NPR series she has produced for more than 25 years. A prolific writer, she has authored books on stride piano, numerous jazz articles, the memoir Swinger! A Jazz Girl’s Adventures From Hollywood to Harlem, and Great Inspirations: 22 Years of Jazz Inspired on NPR. A Steinway Artist and the first woman jazz pianist invited into that distinguished roster, Carmichael has been featured on NPR, CBS Sunday Morning, CNN, the BBC, and many other international media outlets.

Concert in the Park: Perfect Blend
2026-08-16 18:00 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Perfect Blend
The Perfect Blend Quartet is a popular Southern California act featuring Loulou and François, celebrated for their fresh take on classic hits from the ’70s and beyond. They have audiences dreaming, cheering, and dancing along.
Website: Perfect Blend
Sponsored by
Stay Coronado
and
Diane Jolley & Bill Subang

Sharp Coronado Hospital: Music therapy for health and wellness
2026-08-20 14:00 - 15:00 | John D. Spreckels Center and Bowling Green, 1019 7th Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Meet at the John D. Spreckels Center for an interactive learning experience from a seasoned music therapist from Sharp Coronado Hospital. Participants will learn how music therapy works and participate in a demonstration on how music can be used in a variety of ways for health and wellness. No previous musical experience required.

Military Appreciation Day Concert in the Park: Navy Band Southwest's 32nd Street Brass Band AND SixWire & Guests
2026-08-23 16:30 - 19:30 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY
4:30 pm

Navy Band Southwest’s 32nd Street Brass Band
With over 90 years of service in San Diego, the New Orleans-style brass band is one of the Navy’s and region’s finest and oldest continuing musical organizations.
Website: Navy Band Southwest’s 32nd Street Brass Band
Sponsored by
The Coronado Chamber of Commerce

6:00 pm

SixWire & Guests
A Little Bit Country and A Little Bit Rock and Roll, SixWire is one of the best bands to come out of Nashville. This year’s TWO special guests will be announced at the show.
Special Guests – To be Announced at Concert
Website: SixWire
Sponsored by
The Auen Foundation
and
Arlene Inch

Sondheim Served Straight
2026-08-24 19:00 | Coronado Playhouse, 1835 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Sondheim Served Straight: music and cocktails celebrating Stephen Sondheim.
A fundraiser for Into the Woods

Concert in the Park: Desperado
2026-08-30 17:00 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Desperado
Premier Eagles tribute band, so get ready to spend an energetic and nostalgic evening with the Boys of Summer as they Take It to the Limit.
Website: Desperado
Sponsored by
California American Water

Concert in the Park: The Suenamis
2026-09-06 17:00 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Suenamis
It’s a Coronado Suenami Alert! One of our community’s engaging local music groups will take center stage at Spreckels Park for a fun-filled event.
Website: The Suenamis
Sponsored by
The Rotary Club of Coronado
and
Peggy & John Duncan
