Martin Herman, Conductor
Sarah Darling, Vocals
Rick Brantley, Vocals
Jesse Nager, Vocals
Sounds of Laurel Canyon: 60s & 70s Rock Legends
Mar 21, 2026 7:30 PM
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Celebrating Port Pops!
Travel back to the heart of the 1960s and 70s California rock scene with a tribute to the legendary artists who defined a generation and continue to inspire countless artists today. This unforgettable concert brings to life the spirit of Laurel Canyon with the timeless music of groundbreaking artists like Buffalo Springfield, The Doors, Fleetwood Mac, The Mamas & The Papas, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, The Eagles, and James Taylor.
Enjoy the unique vibe of Long Beach Symphony’s Pops! Bring your own food and libations, or pre-order from these pre-approved vendors for delivery to your table. Two dance floors surround the stage, and dancing is encouraged throughout the evening, so don’t forget those dancing shoes… Doors open at 6:00pm for indoor picnicking. Bring your baskets with food, sweets, libations, and even costumes and table decorations.
Martin Herman, Conductor
Known for his clarity, attention to detail, advocacy of new music by living composers, interpretations of the classics as well as comfort with crossover symphonic concerts and popular music, Martin is a versatile and wide-ranging conductor who has appeared as guest conductor with symphony orchestras …
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Sarah Darling, Vocals
Sarah Darling is an American singer-songwriter drawing inspiration from the allure of freedom and beauty. She channels the spirit of 70's California, with echoes from Laurel Canyon, narrating an American road trip story wrapped in Nostalgia and sunshine. Infused with a modern aura, her lyrics …
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Rick Brantley, Vocals
Hailing from the storied musical grounds of Macon, Georgia, Rick Brantley was raised on a steady diet of Southern gospel, gritty blues, and classic rock ’n’ roll. From the hymns echoing in his father’s Southern Baptist church to the raw energy of barroom stages, music …
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Jesse Nager, Vocals
Jesse Nager is an alum of LaGuardia High School of the Performing Arts and The University of Michigan. He starred as Smokey Robinson in the Broadway revival of Motown The Musical (NAACP Theatre Award Nomination) and was also featured in the original New York productions of Motown The Musical, Mamma Mia, Mary Poppins, Scandalous, Good Vibrations, Windows, …
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