CONCERTS IN THE COURTYARD
Concerts in the Courtyard RETURNS!
EVERY 1ST AND 3RD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH. 12 - 1 PM.
April 4 - November 7, 2025.
Concerts features local artists from all genres including jazz, opera, classical, world music and more. Concerts will take place in the courtyard, weather permitting. Otherwise the concert will take place in the Kiwanis Great Room.
Doors open at 11:45am. Earlier entry and seating is not available. Concerts begin at 12:00pm.
Seating is open and available on a first come first served basis. Reservations are not required.
Please no outside food. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
Please note, entrance to Concerts in the Courtyard is FREE to attend,
but donations are welcome and greatly appreciated.
Questions?
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Email us at info@ljcommunitycenter.org
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Call us at (858) 459-0831
SPIRIT WIND: Autumn's Dream
Adrienne Nims and Spirit Wind
Friday, October 3, 2025
12-1 PM.
Multi-genre flutist and saxophonist Adrienne Nims and pianist Dan Bailey celebrate the Fall season with a delightful array of songs spanning jazz, Latin, pop, classical, and beyond. Enjoy favorites such as Autumn Leaves, Linus and Lucy, Cast Your Fate to the Wind, The Great Pumpkin Waltz, Don’t Know Why, California Dreamin’, In a Sentimental Mood, and Spain.
Bio
Nims and Bailey are celebrated San Diego musicians who perform throughout the Southwest and around the world. Their artistry spans classical, jazz, popular, and world music, with extensive experience in solo, orchestral, theatre, and concert settings. Adrienne Nims, a flutist and saxophonist, is known for her expressive, genre-blending sound and has opened for artists such as Spyro Gyra and Boz Scaggs, as well as led her band Spirit Wind at venues including the Getty Museum and California Center for the Arts. Keyboardist Dan Bailey brings a rich background in jazz and musical theater, having conducted Broadway tours and performed at Carnegie Hall. Together, they create music that celebrates the soul and the spirit of global connection.
All Beatles Program on Ukulele, Baritone Guitar
Fred Benedetti
Friday, October 17, 2025
12-1 PM.
Enjoy a fresh take on the timeless music of The Beatles as Fred Benedetti performs beloved classics on classical guitar, baritone guitar, and ukulele. This all-Beatles program blends intricate musicianship with heartfelt nostalgia.
Bio
Fred Benedetti is an internationally acclaimed guitarist known for his versatility and expressive performances. A music professor at both Grossmont College and San Diego State University, he has performed worldwide and shared the stage with artists such as Luciano Pavarotti and Dave Brubeck. Whether playing flamenco, classical, or pop favorites, Fred brings nuance and warmth to every note.
Mikan Zlatkovich Duo
Mikan Zlatkovich and Ben Wanicur
Friday, November 7, 2025
12-1 PM.
Pianist Mikan Zlatkovich and bassist Ben Wanicur present a swinging set of jazz classics by Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk, Horace Silver, McCoy Tyner, and more. This dynamic duo brings rich improvisation, deep groove, and timeless style to the courtyard.
Bio
Mikan Zlatkovich is an acclaimed pianist whose expressive style and improvisational mastery have earned him a loyal following both in Europe and the U.S. Born in Serbia, Mikan moved to New York in the 1990s to follow his passion for jazz. He has performed with legends like Chet Baker, Charles McPherson, and Red Holloway. Known for his ever-evolving musical voice, Mikan brings spontaneity and soul to every performance. Joining him is bassist Ben Wanicur, a versatile player with deep roots in straight-ahead jazz and creative collaboration.
