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Live Music

Get in groove at Winter Bloom with tunes from diverse bands and performers with Altadena, Pasadena and Los Angeles. Rock, fusion, folk, western and music from other genres will set the soundtrack to a weekend of community celebration. Plus, dive into experiences with local poets and writers sharing their own, personal works.

Saturday, November 29 

 

11 a.m. - CRAIC and BONES

 

Noon  -  Harrison Whitford

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12:50 p.m.  -  Jacob Cummings

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 1:40 p.m.  -  Jack Symes

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2:30 p.m.  -  Valley Queen (solo set)โ€‹โ€‹

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3:20 p.m. - Adron

 

โ€‹4:10 p.m.  -  Jonny Fritz

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5 p.m.  -  Ozma Acoustic Duo

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Noon - Arielle Estoria

 

12:30 p.m. - Sofia Aguilar

 

1:15 p.m -  Brother Yusef

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2 p.m.  -  Red Pistols & Pocket Pistols

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3:30 p.m.  -  Rhythms of the Family Band

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Artist performances for Winter Bloom are coordinated by Healing Force of the Universe, a Pasadena record store and an event space. Healing Force aims to heal one note at a time, through music classes, performances and creative flow. 

Performances By

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CRAIC and BONES

Sat., Nov. 29 at 11 a.m.

LA-based CRAIC and BONES blends traditional Celtic music with contemporary influences. Irish, Scottish and American styles – their sound captivates audiences with a lively experience.

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@craic_and_bones

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Jacob Cummings

Sat. Nov. 29 at12:50 p.m.

Singer and songwriter Jacob Cummings is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Los Angeles. He's known as a composer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, filmmaker and photographer.

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@jcup.c

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Valley Queen (Solo Set)

Sat., Nov. 29 at 2:30 p.m.

Often compared to Florence Welch and Dolores O’Riordan, Valley Queen delivers vocal power propelled by "bracingly afflicted, mountain-vaulting dream-country yodel" (Rolling Stone).

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@valleyqueenmusic

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Jonny Fritz

Sat., Nov. 29 at 4:10 p.m.

A veteran of 15 years as a touring musician, Jonny Fritz performs a near perfect blend of country and western music he calls Dad Country. His newest album, Debbie Downers, is out now.

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@dadcountry

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Arielle Estoria

Sun., Nov. 30 at noon

A poet, speaker, author and actor, Arielle Estoria's motto, "Words not for the ears but for the soul," stems from her dedication to remind anyone that words are meant to be felt and experienced not just heard.โ€‹

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@arielleestoria

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Brother Yusef

Sun., Nov. 30 at 1:15 p.m.

A Altadena resident since 1969, Brother Yusef is an international blues musician. He is working on making his home safe again, as it's his space for living, creating, rehearsing and recording.

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@brotheryusef

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Rhythms of The Family

Sun., Nov. 30 at 3:30 p.m.

Rhythms of The Family plays Nigerian Highlife Fusion music, a vibrant genre that incorporates traditional rhythms that have inspired genres like reggae, calypso and Afrobeat.โ€‹

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@1rhythmsofthevillage

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Harrison Whitford

Sat., Nov. 29 at noon

Harrison Whitford is a Los Angeles-based guitarist, songwriter and producer known for his solo work and collaborations with Phoebe Bridgers, Boygenius, Willie Nelson and more.

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@scarrisonwhitford

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Jack Symes

Sat., Nov. 29 at 1:40 p.m.

Originally from LA, Jack Symes released his first album "songs for moms" in 2019, with his newest release in 2025. He is often hailed as one of folk music’s most compelling new artists.

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@endjacksymesโ€‹โ€‹

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Adron

Sat., Nov. 29 at 3:20 p.m.

With otherworldly whistling, adventures in language, kaleidoscopic guitar work and a voice like whipped cream, LA-based  Adron delivers  her own wholly unique artist works. โ€‹

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@adronical

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Ozma Acoustic Duo

Sat., Nov. 29 at 5 p.m.

Pasadena rock band Ozma, formed in 1995, delivers a mix of nostalgic new wave: influenced power pop and contrapuntal Casiotone-driven melodies sustained by heavy guitar riffs. 

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@ozmaofficial

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Sofia Aguilar

Sun., Nov. 30 at 12:30 a.m.

Sofia Aguilar is a Chicana writer, editor, teaching artist, community organizer and library professional based on the traditional homelands of the Tongva, Kizh and Chumash peoples (Los Angeles).

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@sofiaxaguilar

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Red Pistols & Pocket Pistols

Sun., Nov. 30 at 2 p.m.

The Red Pistols and The Pocket Pistols are two bands made up of 3rd, 5th and 8th graders at Odyssey Charter Schools. The Red Pistols formed during the 4th grade, and the Pocket Pistols came together in 2023 during band camp in Altadena.โ€‹

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