Live Music

The music scene in Nevada City and Grass Valley attracts a regional audience who come to enjoy top local, regional, national and international talent. From folk and bluegrass to rock and classical, you'll find it here.

Major venues include Miners Foundry and the Nevada Theatre in downtown Nevada City and the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Topnotch local music promoters and enthusiastic audiences have made Nevada City a popular stop on the music circuit.

In the warmer months, large crowds enjoy outdoor concerts put on by the famed Music in the Mountains and other local and touring groups in venues such as the Nevada County Fairgrounds and local parks and vineyards.

For coming events and more......

Nevada County Arts Council
www.nevadacountyartscouncil.org

The Center for the Arts
www.TheCenterForTheArts.org

Miners Foundry Cultural Center
www.minersfoundry.org

Live Music in Nevada City

  • Coopers - 265-0116
  • Friar Tucks - 265-9093
  • National Hotel - 265-4551
  • McGee's - 265-3205
  • Cafe Mekka - 478-1517

Chamber Members

Nevada City...

Coopers Ale Works
235 Commercial Street
Nevada City, CA  95959
Phone: (530) 265-0116

Lisa Stine, Harpist
16894 Shoshoni Trail
Nevada City, CA  95959
Phone: (530) 265-5599
Fax: (530) 265-5599
E-mail: lisastine_harp@sbcglobal.net

Lisa Stine is a wedding music specialist who can help you create an elegant atmosphere for your important day. She has performed at more than 500 weddings and receptions all over northern California. Musical selections include classical, Celtic, world folk, and pop styles. Choice of musical partners include violin, flute, cello, guitar, mandolin, and voice. Every wedding is unique and personal.

Ludi Hinrichs, Live Music Services
17451 Sumi Road
Nevada City, CA  95959
Phone: (530) 292-3112
E-mail: ludiandkaren@nccn.net
Hours: 8am-7pm

Award winning music for all occasions; birthdays, weddings, ceremonies dedications, grand openings, etc. Composer, arranger, live performer on voice, piano, trombone and didjeridoo.

Music in the Mountains
530 Searls Ave.
Nevada City, CA  95959
Phone: (530) 265-6124 Box Office
Phone: (530) 265-6173 Business Office
Fax: (530) 272-4745
Website: www.musicinthemountains.org
E-mail: marge@musicinthemountains.org
Hours: Box Office: 12pm-4pm

Music in the Mountains brings classical entertainment to Nevada County with their four concert series and festivals each year. Jazz, Broadway, and Pops concerts are also featured. Benefit events include the Sierra Brewfest, Designs for Living Home Tour, A Taste of the Foothills Celebration, and the Swing Along Golf Tournament.

Nevada County Concert Band
P.O. Box 1444
Nevada City, CA  95959
Phone: (530) 272-6228 (Office)
Website: www.nccb.org
E-mail: nccband@yahoo.com

A non-profit community concert band composed of local, volunteer musicians. The band performs concerts free to the public in Nevada City and Grass Valley.

The Old 5 Mile House
18851 Highway 20
Nevada City, CA  95959
Phone: (530) 265-5155
Website: www.theold5milehouse.com
E-mail: info@theold5milehouse.com
Hours: Lunch Noon-3pm; Dinner 5-9pm (Pizza All Day!)

Road House food from around the world. From classic American T-Bone steaks to Tandoori shrimp. From smoked baby back ribs to authentic Italian style pizza. Just 5 minutes up the road. The Old 5 Mile House is your passport to great road house food from around the world!

Grass Valley...

Bach to Bebop
Grass Valley Phone: (530) 273-5489
Website: www.bachtobebop.com
E-mail: nora@bachtobebop.com

Bach To Bebop offers wonderful jazz and classical music for special events. We are professional, reliable, experienced musicians who you can hear on our web site [http://www.bachtobebop.com]. Reasonable rates. We have many, many happy clients. Nora Nausbaum is Manager and Flutist of Bach To Bebop. Our groups consist of only the best in our area. Truly excellent music.