Huu Bac
The Huu Bac Quintet delivers a true dialogue between Asian, North and South American cultures in a contemporary, original and unique way!
The Huu Bac Quintet delivers a true dialogue between Asian, North and South American cultures in a contemporary, original and unique way!
Hailed as “the most exciting vocal group in a generation,” internationally acclaimed vocal ensemble Windborne is known for their stunningly powerful arrangements and their ability to shift effortlessly between drastically different styles of traditional music within the same concert.
Alicia Waller is a genre-expanding vocalist, composer, and bandleader recognized for the contemporary fusion ensemble Alicia Waller & The Excursion.
Clay Jenkins’ career as a jazz artist has covered a wide range of musical experiences and responsibilities, bringing him to the forefront of the jazz performing and teaching arenas. His experience as a performer began at an early age playing with the Stan Kenton Orchestra, Harry James, Buddy Rich, and the Count Basie Orchestra.
Ron Escheté is the consummate master of the seven-string guitar.Whether he is playing bebop, ballads or blues he is a musically sophisticated guitarist who plays with grace and dignity.
Debbi Ebert stands as a captivating vocalist and dynamic entertainer, leaving audiences spellbound with her enchanting performances that have spanned decades. Across the realms of pop, jazz, groove, soul, and blues, Debbi's versatile vocals breathe life into each melody she sings.
Los Angeles-based saxophonist Bob Reynolds is a Grammy-winning member of the instrumental group Snarky Puppy, an award-winning composer, and a prolific recording artist with 10 top-selling solo albums to his credit.
Rob Rio Band Known by some as the "Boss of the Boogie", pianoman/vocalist Rob Rio plays the boogie-woogie and jump blues of the 40's and 50's with a virtuosity and elan that has excited audiences around the world for more than 35 years.
Ann Hampton Callaway is one of America’s most gifted artists in pop and jazz. A leading champion of the great American Songbook, she’s made her mark as a singer, pianist, composer, lyricist, arranger, actress, educator, TV host and producer.
Nearly three decades deep, the band led by Detroit-born guitar slinger Randy Jacobs and vocal dynamo Jenny Langer comes back swinging with a record that’s all blood, sweat, and soul.
USA-Argentine duo Eleanor Dubinsky and Darío Acosta Teich perform jazz, Latin, French and original songs, inviting audiences to travel the world while discovering underground tributaries that connect us in our shared human experience.
Starring Chipper Lowell This high-energy comedy smash starring two-time “Comedy Magician of the Year!”, Chipper Lowell, has been garnering rave reviews by critics and audiences alike over the past nine years!
The Filharmonic, an LA-based acapella group of Filipino-Americans who were featured on NBC’s hit musical competition, The Sing-Off, has much to sing about.
Eclectic, quirky, and always intriguing, Marty Isenberg’s debut album "The Way I Feel Inside: Inspired by the Films of Wes Anderson” has captivated audiences and jazz critics. Mr. Isenberg will be joined by his stellar ensemble of rising stars as they perform music from his concept album live.
Rosie Flores, triple-threat Texas musician, has never allowed the challenge of navigating the male-centric worlds of rock and country music slow her down. In fact, she often drew upon those challenges as source material in sharply observed songs she not only wrote and sang with authority and passion, but also brought to life musically as a widely respected lead guitarist in a string of notable bands.
Daniel Ho is an ukulele virtuoso, slack key guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, singer-songwriter, producer, audio engineer, and record company owner. He is a six-time Grammy Award winner, twelve-time Grammy Award nominee, six-time Taiwanese Golden Melody Award winner, and recipient of multiple Hawaiian Music awards.
The Orange Empire Chorus returns to the Muck! Organized in 1957, OEC is the Fullerton Chapter of The Barbershop Harmony Society. The society's mission is to perpetuate the barbershop art form and to support music education. Join them for an evening of comedy and song.
Alley Cats A musical and comedy show featuring the greatest hits of the 50s and 60s, The Alley Cats’ unparalleled Doo Wop show blends America’s most known and loved music with comedy and showmanship that had Muck audiences begging for their return!
Inspired by the golden age of swing, The Matt Mauser Big Band channels the timeless charm of a young Frank Sinatra at the height of his career—singing with The Count Basie Orchestra at The Sands Hotel in Las Vegas —while also paying tribute to legendary artists like Elvis Presley, Tom Jones, and other acts from that iconic era.
Raised on the California Coast in a family of musicians, the band grew up surrounded by musical influences from almost every genre. In the early 2000s, their parents piled them into an RV, and together they embarked on several singing tours around the U.S. Leaning towards an Alternative, Modern Americana feel, DARDEN presents an experience of crystal clear harmonies, angelic melodies, and modern versions of classic songs and styles.
Sean Oliu returns to the Muck! Sean tenderly breathes fresh life into the timeless essence of traditional country music.
Although they call California home, the band is actually made up of transplants from all over the country that share a deep love of classic Southern Rock.
Roopa Mahadevan is a leading Indian classical vocalist and crossover artist in the South Asian diaspora. Hailed “a stunning voice“ by the New York Times, she is known for her powerful and emotive voice, multidisciplinary talents, and collaborative spirit.
Fullerton Native Country Singer and Songwriter Peter Brandon returns for his 16th year at The Muck! Brandon’s shows have a perfect balance of upbeat energetic songs and tender ballads that hit the heart. Join us in the tradition!
Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar’s Soñando con México will transport you through the streets and plazas of the regions of Mexico. Join us for an unforgettable evening where the dream of Mexico comes to life!
Jarabe Mexicano cordially invites you to join them in honoring some of the iconic artists who influenced their lives and musical careers as residents of border regions in California and Arizona.
The Bryatz Duo: Hailed by the press as “virtuosic, stunning musicians”, Denis Zhukov (balalaika) and Guzel Safiullina (domra/keyboards) perform classical and folk repertoire, as well as original interpretations.
Beth Sussman received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees at the age of twenty-one from The Juilliard School where she was on full scholarship. She has performed throughout North America and Europe including appearances at Lincoln Center, The Ravinia Festival (Summer home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra), Royce Hall (UCLA), The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and The Huntington Gardens and Museum. She has also performed on live radio broadcasts on radio stations WQXR (New York), WFMT (Chicago) and KUSC (Los Angeles).
Ken Waldman has drawn on 37 years as an Alaska resident to produce poems, stories, and fiddle tunes that combine into a performance uniquely his. Since 1995 he's toured full-time, performing at leading festivals, concert series, arts centers, and clubs.
Chris Cruz & Rae Shirer tap into the warmest of Americana and folk traditions. Cruz (on acoustic guitar and vocals) and Shirer (duet and backing vocals) craft straightforward songs that recall the best of '60s and '70s folk music.
Jimmy Carnelli will be singing the songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Perry Como, Dean Martin, and maybe even, Connie Francis. Every song guaranteed to bring you back to the special moments of your life He has worked in a variety of live and recorded performances with artists such as Chuck Negron, John Fogerty, Kenny Nolan, Spencer Davis, Danny Gans, Wolfman Jack, Bobby Kimball, and the Los Angeles Raiders Big Band.
The darlings of Disneyland’s “Paradise Garden Bandstand,” this dynamic ensemble presents Celtic Folk with a decidedly bluegrass attitude.
LA POPS UP is a groundbreaking dance film project celebrating the creativity and individuality of So-Cal based choreographers on screen, spearheaded by Dance Camera West and Hysterica Productions.
You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown Based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip, Charlie Brown and the entire Peanuts bunch explore life's great questions as they play baseball, struggle with homework, sing songs, swoon over their crushes, and celebrate the joy of friendship.
Peixuan Jiang is a pianist who was born in Shanghai, China and and has won awards in piano competitions at the municipal, provincial, and national levels in China.
Elliot Menard presents a work in progress of SULPICIA SONGS, a solo opera for voice and electronics juxtaposing Sulpicia’s love elegies (the only ancient roman woman poet whose work survives) with Elliot’s own explorations of feminine interiority, coming of age, and being single in 2026.
Performer Hope Levy brings Connie’s haunting songs to life alongside folk classics and her own originals, weaving a poignant story of creativity, identity, and the enduring power of music
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Share your holidays with the Dardens enjoying an evening of fun and folly as they perform classic Christmas yuletide carols and contemporary holiday songs.
Step into a world of enchantment and celebration as vocalist Marleena Barber unveils her highly anticipated holiday album, "Once Upon a December."
The Honeydrops are a vintage rhythm and blues and roots rock and roll band out of Fullerton. They are a 5 piece, with an upright bass, guitar, and saxophone, fronted by "Miss Bee,” the talented Brooke Aston.
Curated by Artist in Residence: Ashley Sanchez-Jones
Fullerton Native Country Singer and Songwriter Peter Brandon returns for his 16th year at The Muck! Brandon’s shows have a perfect balance of upbeat energetic songs and tender ballads that hit the heart. Join us in the tradition!
Kybele Dance Theater (KDT) seeks to cultivate an experience that infuses theatrical and contemporary dance with Turkish socio-cultural narratives and imagery.
Leaning towards an Alternative, Modern Americana feel, DARDEN presents an experience of crystal clear harmonies, angelic melodies, and modern versions of classic songs and styles.
The Muckenthaler’s Dr. James Young Arts Legacy Award is presented annually to someone who has made a long-term impact on Arts Education in the local Fullerton community. The recipient is chosen by a committee that includes local arts leaders, previous recipients, and Muckenthaler board members.
Stephanie Chou is a composer, saxophonist, and singer based in New York City. She blends Chinese musical influences with Western jazz and pop to create a unique and vibrant musical world.
Craic in the Stone has been a unique and shining light in the SoCal Irish folk/rock music scene since 2013.
As a lyric soprano, Hannah Kim embraces a wide variety of musical genres such as opera, musical theater, oratorio, recital, and concert works.
Known for her powerful voice and vibrant stage presence, Ammoye’s music blends reggae with gospel, soul, R&B, and dancehall, creating a unique and compelling sound.
Savi and the Hot Toddies! Hailing from the vibrant musical hub of Los Angeles, Savi has effortlessly woven her enchanting melodies with some of the city's most illustrious orchestras, leaving the audience awe-inspired.
The Orange Empire Chorus returns to the Muck! Organized in 1957,OEC is the Fullerton Chapter of The Barbershop Harmony Society. The society's mission is to perpetuate the barbershop art form and to support music education. Join them for an evening of comedy and song.
The Urban Renewal Project is a sixteen-piece collective known for its genre-bending original music combining elements of jazz, hiphop and vintage soul, and its explosive live performances that have captivated audiences from SXSW to the Java Jazz Festival.
AFRIKA Shalombo is a West African drum and dance ensemble based in Los Angeles. Immerse yourself in this vibrant cultural experience through folklore, drum, and dance!
Sean Oliu returns to the Muck! Sean tenderly breathes fresh life into the timeless essence of traditional country music.
Be a part of history as The Muckenthaler Cultural Center presents an inaugural poetry performance! Join Camille Hernandez on Sunday, August 3rd at 2 PM for a reflective and captivating afternoon of live poetry readings and performances.