"Tribute to The California Sound" Bob Elliott's Music Makers

"Tribute to The California Sound" Bob Elliott's Music Makers

  • Ages 12+

Join us for a night of live music celebrating California’s rock legacy—folk, blues, yacht rock & more, plus special guest performances!

By Music Makers NY

Date and time

Wednesday, April 16 · 6:30 - 11pm EDT.

Location

The Iridium

1650 Broadway New York, NY 10019

Agenda

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Sunset Sessions


A laid-back exploration of the timeless folk-rock blend that made artists like CSNY, Joni Mitchell, and Jackson Browne legends. Embrace the acoustic rhythms and storytelling magic that defined an era.

7:10 PM - 7:40 PM

Moonlit Miles


From dusty desert roads to the starry skies, explore the bluesy, soul-stirring, and slightly trippy sounds of Santana, The Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, and The Doors. This workshop blends raw, ...

7:50 PM - 8:10 PM

Special Guests


Miss America Nina Davuluri, Jordan Flippo... and more!

8:20 PM - 8:50 PM

Smooth Sailing


Immerse yourself in the polished, jazzy sophistication of Yacht Rock, where smooth grooves meet melodic perfection. Think Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, and Christopher Cross.

9:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Pacific Power


Dive into the iconic vocal harmonies and sunshine-soaked pop sound of bands like The Beach Boys, The Monkees, and The Turtles. Perfect for those who love lush harmonies and bright melodies.

9:40 PM

The Permutations

About this event

  • Event lasts 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Ages 12+

Bob Elliott’s Music Makers is NYC’s premier band ensemble program, where business professionals and passionate music enthusiasts come together to rehearse, refine their craft, and perform live. BEMM has performed over 700 shows, at iconic venues like South Street Seaport, Alice Tully Hall, The Cutting Room, The Bitter End, and many more, delivering unforgettable live music experiences. In addition to musicianship development, we also provide a top-tier rehearsal space, offering world-class service to musicians from around the globe.

Join us for an incredible performance paying tribute to the California sound. 

Explore the timeless sounds of folk-rock with Sunset Sessions: Folk Rock & Sound of the Open Road, celebrating the acoustic rhythms and storytelling magic of legends like CSNY, Joni Mitchell, and Jackson Browne. 

Then, experience Moonlit Miles: Rock’s Wild West of Grit and Groove—from dusty desert roads to the starry skies, explore the bluesy, soul-stirring, and slightly trippy sounds of Santana, Jefferson Airplane, and The Doors. 

Plus, enjoy a special guest performance from Miss America Nina Davuluri, Jordan Flippo, and more! 

Dive into the smooth, jazzy sophistication of Yacht Rock with Smooth Sailing: A Voyage Through Yacht Rock’s Finest featuring the polished grooves of Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, and Christopher Cross. 

Journey through Pacific Power: The Soundtrack of Cali’s Rock Revolution, where you'll experience the iconic fusion of blues, psychedelic, country, and hard rock that shaped California’s rock scene from the ‘60s to the ‘80s. 

End the evening with a performance by The Permutations, a all-original band formed through our Music Makers Workshops!

For more information on joining the Music Makers and getting yourself on stage reach out to us at https://www.musicmakersny.com/join-a-band/ or give us a call at 212-967-6124!

Frequently asked questions

Tickets

Online at www.theiridium.com or at the door!

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