Adam’s Ave Acoustic Festival – April 21, 2012

Posted on April 23, 2012

We had such a great time at the AC Lounge! What an amazing festival- there were so many awesome bands to see, and it was really an honor to be one of those bands! Paul Tillery and myself played from 5-6:30PM on Saturday. It was great to see everyone out to support local business and musicians. Thank you so much to folks that came out to support us all. I know there were a few folks from the ‘Happy Strummers’ that came, so thank you guys so much!!! Lets hope to do it again next year…

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Today’s Pizza and Salad – April 11, 2012

Posted on April 14, 2012

Paul Hemmings, Sarah Maisel, & Paul Tillery

What an amazing evening!!! My friend, Paul Hemmings was in town, and I invited him to the Wednesday Uke group, the Moonlight Beach Ukulele Strummers at Today’s Pizza and Salad. He and Paul Tillery played an amazing show! It was like magic watching them perform. It sounded like they had played together for years, but that was the first time they had ever met. True musicians… The whole thing was very inspirational- Thank you again to both Pauls! Of course it was also awesome to visit with Mr. Hemmings’ wife, Rachel. She is such a sweet heart! If you haven’t checked this guy out, you need to. Paul Tillery and I just wish that he lived closer… New York is a bit of a drive for band practice.

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Interview with Jim D’Ville – March 31, 2012

Posted on April 5, 2012


During the Reno Ukulele Festival, Jim D’Ville asked if he could interview me and as me some questions about my practice techniques and such. I was excited to be interviewed, so of course, I said sure thing. Here is the interview. I want to say thank you to Jim for making me look good! :) He is such a sweet heart.

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Reno Ukulele Festival – March 30-April 1

Posted on April 3, 2012

Sarah Maisel at the Reno Ukulele Festival during the 'Ukulele All-Stars' Performance

I had one of the most amazing weekends! It was such a pleasure to be a part of the Reno Ukulele Festival (in SPARKS, NV). I learned so much and met so many amazing people. The festival was so packed with things to do that I didn’t get to spend near enough time with all the folks I wanted. I arrived Thursday evening. Then I taught one workshop on Friday and then performed afterward. Then Saturday I taught two workshops, had a performance, and then that evening got to be a part of the ‘Ukulele All-Stars’ performance. It was truly amazing. The energy on that stage was electric, and it was an honor to share the stage with everyone. Please feel free to look through the photos in the photo gallery! I didn’t get photos with everyone, unfortunately… It was just so busy! Thank you to Doug and Rich for having me. Also a special thank you to Gerald Ross, Lil’ Rev, Dominator, Cali Rose, Craig Brandau, Jim D’Ville, Mike DaSilva, The Quiet American, Paul Hemmings, Jessica Douglas, and Char Mayer

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The Red Door – March 25, 2012

Posted on March 27, 2012

Paul Tillery & Sarah Maisel at the Red Door

What a great Sunday! Paul and myself are now performing weekly at The Red Door in Mission Hills. So if you are looking for a delicious place to have Brunch and listen to some good tunes, you’ve got a place to go to! Brunch starts at 10AM, and music starts at 11AM and goes till 1PM. Also, just to let you know, their artichoke and goat cheese omelette is out of this world. AND I don’t know what they season their potatoes with, but they are some of the best I’ve ever had. I want that recipe…

 

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Le Papagayo – March 9, 2012

Posted on March 11, 2012

Sarah Maisel & Paul Tillery at Le Papagayo

Another AWESOME night at Le Papagayo. We decided to start early (6PM) instead of 6:30PM, because the place was already packed (and we were there and ready). It was a great evening; the crowd loved it- and of course we had a ton of fun. Papagayo may be my new favorite place to play. With an audience that is so responsive and food that is AMAZING, how can you go wrong? I especially enjoy it when we have kids come up and want to dance, or ask us about our instruments. There was one sweet girl who got to play Paul’s bass- she was so excited! We also got to sing ‘Happy Birthday’ to Ezra, for his 2nd birthday. If you missed us this week, make sure to check us out later this month- we’ll be there again, Friday the 23rd. AND we may even start early again…

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Troubadour Review – March 4, 2012

Posted on March 6, 2012

Yesterday, I found myself at Lestat’s Coffee House (on Adams) thumbing through a San Diego Troubadour and saw MYSELF! That was quite a surprise; I am not sure how they got my album, but they did and they reviewed it. I have to say thank you to Frank Kocher for such an AMAZING review. Just thought I’d share this little nugget with ya’ll! When I got home, I showed it to my sweet heart and celebrated with some creme soda and pizza! What a great way to end the day… Click HERE for a link to the review!

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Le Papagayo – February 23, 2012

Posted on February 25, 2012

Micky, Sarah, & Sly

Another packed night at Le Papagayo- How fun! We even had some little dancers come up, it was adorable. I tell you, little kids just LOVE the bass, it mesmerizes them. I think this is a new place we get to call home, and it is very exciting! We will be there next month, so be sure to look for the dates on the events page. I also wanted to mention how AWESOME the guys were who we opened for. Micky Maga and Sly were not only tight, but their solos were just so TASTY! Every song they did, from ‘Girl from Ipanema’ to ‘What’s Going On’ was such a pleasure to listen to. Thank you guys for your music and we’ll see you next time at Le Papagayo!

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Kala Ukulele Circle – February 22, 2012

Posted on February 25, 2012

Here we are with Jim D'ville!

What a fun night full of Ukulele! Jim D’ville invited Paul Tillery and myself to come down and be a part of Kala’s Ukulele Circle at Bertrand’s Music (on Black Mountain Rd.). It was great to see the place PACKED with ukulele players. There were at least 60 people who came to take Jim’s workshop. I’d say it was a success indeed. Paul, played U-Bass, and Jim called me up to lead the group in ‘Don’t Stop Believe’n’. Thank you so much to Bertrand’s music for having such a great event, also to Kala ukulele supplying all the ukes and bringing Jim down! ALSO, a HUGE thank you to Jim D’ville for the invite and the great visit. It was so awesome to catch up. If you ever hear that Jim is in town, make sure you stop by to see him..

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Wine Cabana – February 18, 2012

Posted on February 19, 2012

Sarah and Paul at the Wine Cabana

Wow! I mean, the night was just so awesome! It was a beautiful night in San Diego, so not only was there a crowd inside where we were, but they were outside as well… Thank you to all the fans that came out, you guys made our night. We tried out some new tunes and they went over really well. I could tell people were groove’n to some of the new songs I’ve written, so thanks guys for your input! I’d like to also say thanks to the staff, they are always amazingly good to us. We’ll see you next month at the Wine Cabana!

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