Live Acoustic Music Near Brentwood, California

If you've never experienced hearing talented musicians perform in a small, intimate environment, you are in for a treat.

House concerts are a growing trend across the country, where people invite friends and neighbors into their homes for an up-close concert experience. And there are many house concerts being held in and around the Brentwood area that you can check out - you just need to contact the host and ask to be invited.

In addition, live acoustic music can be heard in several listening rooms and small theaters in and around the Brentwood area. Local vineyards and restaurants and cafes in the area sometimes host nationally touring musicians as well.

Below you can find a listing of upcoming shows in these smaller venues by nationally and internationally touring artists.

Upcoming Acoustic Shows

May 4
Russell and Kaplan span a wide Americana landscape of Folk, Blues, Country, Swing and Bluegrass, driven by Claudia’s expressive voice and distinctive songwriting style, with spot-on accompaniment by Kaplan on mandolin and electric guitar.
Rose Avenue Acoustic Delights (House Concert)
Oakland, CA
May 5
Our duet - the Hoboes - is part of our Mary-Lou band. We play since 2001 A very special blend of American folk, blues and country oldies, as well as French songs by our own.
Poplar Playhouse (House Concert)
Berkeley, CA
May 10
Ruhstaller Farm (Vineyard)
Dixon, CA
May 17
Winner of seven International Bluegrass Music Association Bass Player of the Year awards, Missy Raines has proven herself without doubt as an iconic bluegrass instrumentalist.
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
May 18
The Backroom (Listening Room)
Berkeley, CA
May 18
The songs on my new album, "Seek the Love You’re Yearning" reflect my belief that everyone can reject their past neglect and abuse, which may hold them back from finding their heart’s desire.
Bankhead Theater (Small Theater)
Livermore, CA
May 23
Venezuelan-Appalachian fusion by Llanera master and asylum-seeking migrant Larry Bellorín & GRAMMY-nominated bluegrass superstar Joe Troop (Che Apalache). Latingrass: Banjo, cuatro, fiddle, guitar, maracas, upright bass, vocals.
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
May 24
Kathy Kallick’s exceptional career includes winning a Grammy and two IBMA Awards, receiving a Lifetime Membership from the California Bluegrass Association, co-founding the internationally-acclaimed Good Ol’ Persons, and collaborating with the countr
Fifth Street Farms (House Concert)
Berkeley, CA
May 25
The Bistro (Bar/Nightclub)
Hayward, CA
May 25
Almost Famous Wine (Listening Room)
Livermore, CA
May 25
This unique collaborative effort between two uniquely gifted musicians is bound to be a revelation to traditional music fans on several counts. Rob Ickes is a longtime, well-established instrumental giant, and Trey Hensley is newly arrived in Music City,
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
May 28
Four albums and 30 years of performing and touring combined activism. His songs lie at the juncture where culture clash with politics. Soulful. Pointed. Poignant. Playful.
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
May 30
“Peter Janson's music has the substance of great jazz presented in an original and accessible style. Truly great!” Steve Hunt, keyboardist (Allan Holdsworth, Stanley Clarke, Billy Cobham)
The Backroom (Listening Room)
Berkeley, CA
May 31
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
June 2
Ivy Room (Bar/Nightclub)
Albany, CA
June 5
The Bistro (Bar/Nightclub)
Hayward, CA
June 14
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
June 18
Singer/songwriter Rocky Michaels will perform a mix of popular cover tunes as well as some originals. Come on by and say hi!
The Bistro (Bar/Nightclub)
Hayward, CA
June 23
Ivy Room (Bar/Nightclub)
Albany, CA
June 28
Bankhead Theater (Small Theater)
Livermore, CA
June 29
Fifth Street Farms (House Concert)
Berkeley, CA
June 29
The Bistro (Bar/Nightclub)
Hayward, CA
July 5
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
July 11
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
July 16
The Bistro (Bar/Nightclub)
Hayward, CA
July 17
Antlers Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Pinole, CA
July 20
Bottom Of the Hill (Bar/Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
July 21
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
July 27
The Bistro (Bar/Nightclub)
Hayward, CA
July 31
Fiddle player/songwriter Maura Scanlin is gaining notoriety in Acoustic music scenes across the country. Her playing, hailed for its inventiveness, fluidity and tone, brings together influences from Celtic music and Americana.
The Backroom (Listening Room)
Berkeley, CA
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Places to see live acoustic music in and around Brentwood, California

House Concerts

Fifth Street Farms (Berkeley)
Poplar Playhouse (Berkeley)
Rose Avenue Acoustic Delights (Oakland)
SYLA Presents House Concerts (Oakland)
The Monkey House (Berkeley)

Listening Rooms

Almost Famous Wine (Livermore)
Clarion Performing Arts Center (San Francisco)
The Backroom (Berkeley)
The Sound Room (Oakland)

Vineyards & Breweries

Heringer Estates Winery (Clarksburg)
Las Positas Vineyards (Livermore)
McGrail Vineyards and Winery (Livermore)
Ruhstaller Farm (Dixon)

Cafes, Restaurants & Coffee Shops

Journey Coffee Co. (Vacaville)
Riggers Loft Wine Company (Richmond)
The Barnyard Epicurean Wine Bar (Danville)
The Preacher's Daughter (Alameda)

Small Theaters

Bankhead Theater (Livermore)
Campbell Theater (Martinez)
Empress Theatre (Vallejo)
Freight and Salvage (Berkeley)
Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center (Livermore)

Outdoor Music Series

USS Potomac (Oakland)

Bars & Nightclubs

Antlers Tavern (Pinole)
Bottom Of the Hill (San Francisco)
Hotel Utah (San Francisco)
Ivy Room (Albany)
Lucca Bar and Grill (Benicia)
The Bistro (Hayward)