New Classic LA is a website engaged with the avant garde music scene in Los Angeles.
Founded in 2011 by Nick Norton and now run by Richard An, we feature concert reviews, interviews with artists, and a calendar of events we think our readers will be interested in.
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Upcoming Concerts
- Sunday, November 23 2025
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The HMC American Gamelan
Drinkward Recital Hall
7:00 PMHMC’s ensemble of metallophones and gongs ring out in performances of works by Lou Harrison and Bill Alves.
https://arts.hmc.edu/The-HMC-American-Gamelan-Fall-2025
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- Thursday, December 11 2025
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Jake Shimabukuro
Smothers Theatre, Pepperdine University
8:00 PMJake Shimabukuro has redefined the possibilities of the ukulele with his genre-bending style and electrifying performances. Whether reimagining rock anthems or diving into soulful blues, Shimabukuro shows his creativity, heart, and technical brilliance with every note he plays.
Tickets: https://arts.pepperdine.edu/events/2025-2026-season/jake-shimabukuro-25-26.htm
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- Sunday, December 14 2025
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Holiday Swingin'! A Kat Edmonson Christmas
Smothers Theatre, Pepperdine University
5:00 PMWith a voice as timeless as her songs, Kat Edmonson blends vintage charm with modern wit in a style all her own. A Songwriters Hall of Fame Award winner, she’s been featured on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, Austin City Limits, A Prairie Home Companion, and the Tonight Show. Her live performances weave original tunes and classic favorites with humorous stories and heartfelt musings.
Tickets: https://arts.pepperdine.edu/events/2025-2026-season/kat-edmonson-25-26.htm
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