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
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.
