2007
August 2007
Thursday 9 August 2007
Thu 9 Aug, 8 pm. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
A talented guitarist, singer, songwriter, and percussionist, Vieux Farka Toure crafts songs in the tradition of his father—the late Malian guitarist Ali Farka Toure—mixing ancient African melodies with blues and contemporary influences.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
Free. No reservations necessary.
Limited seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Parking: $5 for cars carrying three or more people; otherwise $10 per car. Cash only. Carpooling encouraged; or take Metro Rapid Bus 761.
View the exhibitions: The Skirball galleries (except for Noah's Ark) are free and open during Sunset Concerts until 10:00 p.m. Before the concert, take an "express tour" of the galleries and still have time for dinner! Docent-led tours begin at 6:00 p.m. and last thirty minutes.
Zeidler's Café offers a delicious dinner buffet starting at 5:45 p.m. Reservations required: (310) 440-4575. Zeidler's Cart offers lighter fare, beverages, and cash bar. Note: No outside alcoholic beverages permitted.
Also, bring the kids and enjoy the family lounge—hear the music while making art and playing with toys and games.