From Maria Muldaur to The Beatles’ White Album: Sweetwater’s Must-See Shows

Article Contributed by Sweetwater Mus… | Published on Monday, December 9, 2024

Sweetwater Music Hall, the iconic live music venue and 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization, has announced an exciting lineup of upcoming events. Established in 1972, Sweetwater Music Hall has been a cornerstone of the Bay Area music scene, presenting a diverse range of genres in an intimate setting that unites artists and audiences of all ages.

Sweetwater Music Hall is dedicated to cultivating creativity, nurturing talent, and making the arts accessible to all. As a non-profit, its mission includes funding workshops, exhibitions, performances, and educational programs to support both emerging artists and underserved communities. For more information on how to contribute, visit Donate Here.

Here’s a snapshot of what’s coming up:

December Highlights

  • Tuesday, December 10: Sandra Bernhard (Pop/Rock) – 8 PM

  • Wednesday, December 11: Jesse Brewster Music 20th Anniversary Show, featuring special guests including James Nash, Angelina Saris, and Dan Durkin (Rock) – 8 PM

  • Thursday, December 12: Larry The Hat Presents the Famous 4 Holiday Sale and Dance Party with Free Creatures and Meggy Travers (Fusion/Alt Hip Hop/Indie) – Holiday sale starts at 5 PM; show at 8 PM

  • Sunday, December 15: A Holiday Tribute to Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas featuring Jason Crosby & Friends (Pop/Jazz/Holiday) – Two shows: 1 PM and 7 PM

  • Thursday, December 19: The Christmas Jug Band Holiday Show (Jug Band/Holiday) – 8 PM

  • Friday, December 20: Maria Muldaur & her Jazzabelle Quintet present Holiday Swing (Pop/Swing) – 8 PM

  • Saturday, December 21: The 2nd Annual Hometown Holiday Bash with The 85’s (‘80s Rock) – 9 PM

  • Tuesday, December 31: Ring in the New Year with Hot Buttered Rum, featuring special guest Meels (Bluegrass) – Dinner and show packages available; all tickets include a midnight champagne toast (21+).

January Highlights

  • Friday, January 3: AZ/DZ (AC/DC Tribute/Hard Rock) – 9 PM

  • Saturday, January 4: Fred Barchetta (Rush Tribute) with The Snow Goose (Camel Tribute) (Prog Rock) – 8 PM

  • Sunday, January 12: The Rock and Roll Playhouse Plays Music of Phish + More For Kids (Phish/Rock) – 11:30 AM

  • Thursday, January 16: The Beatles’ White Album performed live and complete by an all-star cast including Tal Bachman, Laurence Juber, and Bill Cinque (Rock) – 8 PM

  • Friday, January 17: Jake Blount and Mali Obomsawin (Afrofuturist Folk/String Band) – 8 PM

  • Saturday, January 18: Mustache Harbor: Hardcore Soft Rock – 8 PM

Ongoing Events

  • Open Mic Night (Monthly): Hosted by Matt Jaffe, giving performers a chance to shine.

  • Marin Bluegrass Sessions (Monthly): Open jam session – No cover.

  • Golden Gate Blues Society Open Jam (Monthly): Hosted by Bobby Young – No cover.

 

Venue Details: Sweetwater Music Hall – 19 Corte Madera Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Phone: 415-388-3850
Website: www.sweetwatermusichall.org
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About Sweetwater Music Hall: Founded in 1972, Sweetwater Music Hall is an intimate live music venue and non-profit arts organization dedicated to presenting exceptional performances across all genres. Its mission is to inspire, educate, and entertain while making the arts accessible to everyone. Whether hosting an iconic band or showcasing new talent, Sweetwater Music Hall promises a memorable experience.

For tickets and more information, visit www.sweetwatermusichall.org.


Tuesday, December 10

Sandra Bernhard (Pop/Rock-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 8 pm - Tickets

Wednesday, December 11

Jesse Brewster Music 20th Anniversary Show, with many special guests including James Nash, Angelina Saris, Dan Durkin (Rock-LIVE MUSIC)
All Ages - 8 pm - Tickets

Thursday, December 12

Larry The *Hat* Presents the Famous 4 Holiday Sale and Dance Party with Free Creatures and Meggy Travers (Fusion/Alt Hip Hop/Indie-LIVE MUSIC/HOLIDAYS)

All Ages – 8 pm – Tickets – Holiday sale starts at 5 pm. Free Ticket to show with a purchase. Special musical guests include Tim Hockenberry, Alex Kelly and more.

Sunday, December 15

A Holiday Tribute to Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas feat. Jason Crosby & Friends (Pop/Rock/Jazz/Holiday Music-LIVE MUSIC/HOLIDAYS)

Two Shows: All Ages - 1 pm - Tickets (Low Ticket Alert)

All Ages - 7 pm - Tickets

Thursday, December 19

The Christmas Jug Band Holiday Show (Jug Band/Holiday Music-LIVE MUSIC/HOLIDAYS)

All Ages – 8 pm – Tickets

Friday, December 20

Maria Muldaur & her Jazzabelle Quintet present Holiday Swing (Pop/Swing/Holiday Music-LIVE MUSIC/HOLIDAYS)

All Ages – 8 pm – Tickets

Saturday, December 21

The 2nd Annual Hometown Holiday Bash with The 85’s (‘80s-LIVE MUSIC/HOLIDAYS)

All Ages – 9 pm – Tickets

Sunday, December 22

Early: Marin Bluegrass Sessions, a monthly open jam session (Bluegrass-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 12 pm–2 pm – No Cover – More Information

Afternoon: Sunday Afternoon Football: 49ers vs. Dolphins, with food and drink specials on the patio (FOOTBALL)

All Ages – 1 – No Cover

Friday, December 27

Ray and Paul Holmberg (Rock-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 8 pm – Tickets

Saturday, December 28

Pink Talking Fish Meets The Beatles: A Fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, Phish AND The Beatles (Rock/Jam/Pink Floyd/The Talking Heads/Phish-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 8 pm – Tickets

Sunday, December 29

Pink Talking Fish Meets The Beatles: A Fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, Phish AND The Beatles (Rock/Jam/Pink Floyd/The Talking Heads/Phish-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 8 pm – Tickets

Monday, December 30

Monday Night Football: 49ers vs. Lions, with food and drink specials (FOOTBALL)

All Ages – 5 pm – No Cover

Tuesday, December 31

Ring in the New Year with Hot Buttered Rum, with special guest Meels (Bluegrass-LIVE MUSIC/NYE)

All Ages - 9 pm – Tickets  - Dinner and show tickets available (6 and 8 pm). All tickets include a midnight champagne toast! (21+)

Friday, January 3

AZ/DZ (AC/DC/Hard Rock-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 9 pm - Tickets

Saturday, January 4

Fred Barchetta (Rush Tribute), with The Snow Goose (Camel Tribute) (Prog Rock-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 8 pm - Tickets

Sunday, January 5

Early: Golden Gate Blues Society - Monthly Open Jam with Jam Master Bobby Young (Blues-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages – 1 pm-3 pm – No Cover – More Information

Later: Trivia Cafe with Howard Rachelson (TRIVIA)

All Ages – 5:30 pm - No Cover - More Information

Thursday, January 9

Nyte Skye, with Güero (Psych Rock-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 8 pm - Tickets

Friday, January 10

Mystery Dance with Bonnie Hayes (Rock-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 8 pm - Tickets

Saturday, January 11

Jackopierce -30th Anniversary of Bringing On The Weather (Rock/Folk-Rock-LIVE MUSIC)
All Ages - 8 pm - Tickets

Sunday, January 12

Early: The Rock and Roll Playhouse Plays Music of Phish + More For Kids (Phish/Rock-LIVE MUSIC/KIDS SHOW)

All Ages – 11:30 am – Tickets

Later: Pete Sawyer & The Left Hand Monkey Wrench Gang (Grateful Dead/Jerry Garcia Band-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages – 8 pm – Tickets

Tuesday, January 14

Open Mic night with Matt Jaffe: Two songs/10 minutes per performer. Sign-up via email to openmic@swmh.com (OPEN MIC)

7 pm - No Cover – More Information

Thursday, January 16

The Beatles’ White Album live and complete performed by an all-star cast featuring Tal Bachman, Laurence Juber, Bill Cinque, and more (Rock-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages – 8 pm – Tickets

Friday, January 17

Jake Blount and Mali Obomsawin (Afrofuturist Folk/String Band-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 8 pm – Tickets

Saturday, January 18

Mustache Harbor: Hardcore Soft Rock (Rock-LIVE MUSIC)

All Ages - 8 pm – Tickets