Mark Towns Guitar Duo - Private Event, Beverly Hills, CA
2021-09-18 | CA
To book Mark Towns for your event, please email music@marktowns.com

Mark Towns - An Evening of Flamenco Jazz Guitar Thu. 9/30/21 @ Warehouse 72, Houston
2021-09-30 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Warehouse 72, 7620 Katy Fwy. Suite 305 in the Marq-E Entertainment Center, Houston, TX, 77024, United States
Mark Towns – Solo Flamenco Jazz Guitar at Warehouse 72 in Houston, Texas Thursday 9/30/21, 6:30pm-8;30pm CST

Mark Towns - POSTPONED with Cro Cro & Jazzismo Afro Latin Jazz in Houston Thu. 12/30/21
2021-12-30 19:30 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Memorial Tacos, 7951 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX, 77024, United States
POSTPONED, new date TBA: Guitarist Mark Towns’ scheduled guest appearance with percussionist Cro Cro & Jazzismo Afro Latin Jazz Band in Houston at Memorial Tacos is postponed until a later date to be announced. Jazzismo will still be performing on 12/30/21.

Mark Towns - guest appearance on Deb's "In My Special Room" Jazz Showcase Wed. 2/2/22 9pm PST
2022-02-02 21:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Mark Towns Essence (solo guitar) live streaming performance from L.A. on Deb’s “In My Special Room” Jazz Showcase Wednesday 2/2/22 9pm Pacific.
Read more info on JazzNearYou.com
See the Facebook event and get the Zoom link

Lili Haydn/Mark Towns @ SXSW Austin Convention Center Tue. 3/15/22 Noon
2022-03-15 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Austin Convention Center, 500 E Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Lily Haydn (violin/vocal) & Mark Towns (guitar) will perform at the world premier of the film Split At The Root on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at the SXSW Film Theater at the Austin Convention Center. The film will screen at Noon and runs 96 minutes. After the screening, a live performance will be given by the film’s composer Lili Haydn accompanied by guitarist Mark Towns. The duo will perform songs composed by Lili Haydn which are featured in the film. More information is available at https://schedule.sxsw.com/2022/films/2054924

Lili Haydn w Mark Towns @ Wisdome Austin SXSW Wed. 3/16/22 5:00pm
2022-03-16 17:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Wisdome Austin 2022, 313 Red River St., Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Grammy-winning violinist/vocalist Lili Haydn will perform accompanied by guitarist Mark Towns during SXSW at The Wisdome Austin 360° Immersive Dome Park. The performance will take place on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 from 5:00pm-5:30pm.

Mark Towns Trio @ Elephant Room SXSW Showcase Fri. 3/18/22
2022-03-18 23:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Elephant Room, 315 Congress Ave., Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Mark Towns Trio makes their official SXSW debut on Friday, March 18, 2022 at famed jazz club The Elephant Room. The trio kicks off late Friday night at 12:30am and will perform until 1:20am. The band will feature legendary Austin bassist Steve Zirkel and drummer Jeff Botta. The band will perform original Latin Jazz and Flamenco Fusion compositions by Mark Towns.

Mark Towns & Cinnamon Cloud @ Guero's Austin TX Saturday 3/19/22 during SXSW
2022-03-19 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Guero’s, 1412 S. Congress, Austin, TX, 78704, United States
Mark Towns & Cinnamon Cloud featuring 13th Floor Elevators drummer John Ike Walton will perform Psychedelic Instrumental Rock at Guero’s Outdoor Stage during SXSW. The band will also feature legendary Austin bassist Steve Zirkel from Beto & The Fairlanes and The Brew as well as percussionist Laura Mordecai. The band will perform tunes from their upcoming album “Head Shop.”
New album “Head Shop” by Cinnamon Cloud featuring Mark Towns – coming soon to all streaming platforms!
The performance will take place on Saturday March 19, 2022 (6:00pm-6:45pm). There is no cover charge (no event wristband is required)

Mark Towns Trio featuring Liela Avila & Otmaro Ruiz @ La Puglia Santa Monica Tue. 3/29/22
2022-03-29 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Puglia, 1621 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90403, United States
Mark Towns Trio featuring vocalist Liela Avila an pianist Otmaro Ruiz perform at La Puglia in Santa Monica, CA on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 (7pm-9pm)

Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Guitar @ Montrose Harvest Market Sunday 4/24/22
2022-04-24 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Montrose Harvest Market, 2300 block of Honolulu Ave., Montrose, CA, 91020, United States
Mark Towns will perform solo Flamenco Jazz guitar at the world famous Montrose Harvest Market in the 2300 block of Honolulu Ave., Montrose, CA, on Sunday, April 24, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Free!

Mark Towns Trio featuring Diana Purim @ La Puglia Santa Monica CA Tue. 4/26/22
2022-04-26 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Puglia, 1621 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90403, United States
Guitarist Mark Towns with vocalist Diana Purim (daughter of Brazilian Jazz legends Airto Moreira & Flora Purim perform at La Puglia in Santa Monica, CA on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 (7pm-9pm)

Mark Towns (bass) with Louis Van Taylor Quartet Sun. 8/28/22 @ Urban Press Winery
2022-08-28 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Urban Press Winery, 316 N San Fernando Blvd., Burbank, CA, 91502, United States
The Louis Van Taylor Quartet featuring Mark Towns (bass), Lance Lee (drums) and Charles Love (keyboards) will perform Jazz on Sunday, August 28, 2022 (2pm-5pm) at Urban Press Winery in Burbank, CA.
Saxophonist/flutist Louis Van Taylor is currently performing with Kool and the Gang and has also performed with Ray Charles, Marc Antoine, Jimmy Smith, Jimmie Witherspoon, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Michael Bolton, Carl Thomas, Eric Benet, The Gap Band, Teena Marie, Poncho Sanchez, Francisco Aquabella, Sheila E, Gerald Wilson, Kenny Burrell, The Funk Bros., Johnny Otis, Charles Wright, Buddy Miles, Frieda Payne, Mary Wilson, and many others.

Mark Towns (guitar) with Gregg Karukas Organ Trio @ Canyon Bistro, Topanga CA Fri. 9/23/22
2022-09-23 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Canyon Bistro, 120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga, CA, 90290, United States
Guitarist Mark Towns will perform with Grammy-winning keyboardist Gregg Karukas and his Organ Trio (Soul/Jazz/Brazilian) at Canyon Bistro on Friday, September 23, 2022. No cover charge, reservations required.

Mark Towns Solo Flamenco Jazz Guitar @ Frogtown Artwalk 7-9pm
2022-09-24 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Frogtown Artwalk, 1901 Blake Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90039, United States
Mark Towns will perform solo Flamenco Jazz guitar at the Frogtown Artwalk on Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 7:00pm until 9:00pm.

Run by the Elysian Valley Art Collective, the Frogtown Artwalk is a biennial free tour of the studios of the artists and artisans of Elysian Valley (Frogtown).
Every two years, Frogtown welcomes art lovers of all ages to enjoy pop-up galleries, artists’ studios, musical performances and art installations along the Los Angeles River.

Mark Towns Latin Jazz Trio @ Club 1881, Pasadena CA
2023-01-25 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Club 1881, 1881 E. Washington Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91104, United States
Mark Towns Latin Jazz Trio will perform at Club 1881 in Pasadena, CA on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 as part of the World Music Jazz Wednesdays series at the venue. Mark (guitar) will be joined by Ross Schodek (bass), and Joey DeLeon (drums and percussion). Shows at 8:00pm and 9:30pm.

Mark Towns Latin Jazz Band @ SXSW Guero's Saturday March 18, 2023
2023-03-18 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Guero’s, 1412 S. Congress, Austin, TX, 78704, United States
Mark Towns Latin Jazz Band will perform at Guero’s outdoor stage during SXSW 2023 on Saturday, March 18, 2023 7-8pm. Free! No SXSW wristband/badge required.

Mark Towns Latin Jazz Trio @ The Eclectic Music Fest Saturday 4/29/23 5:00pm-5:45pm
2023-04-29 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Piccolo Ristorante, 1010 Mission St., South Pasadena, CA, 91031, United States
Mark Towns Trio will perform at Piccolo Ristorante on Saturday, April 29, 2023 (5:00pm-5:45pm) at the 13th annual South Pasadena Eclectic Music Festival. The band will feature Mark on guitar with Leo Nobre (bass) and Joey DeLeon (percussion).

Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Guitar @ Altisima Winery Sunday 7/23/23
2023-07-23 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Altisima Winery, 37440 De Portola Road, Temecula, CA, 92592
Flamenco Jazz Guitarist Mark Towns will perform at Altisima Winery in Temecula, CA on Sunday 7/23/23 from 1-5pm. The event is free and open to the public!

Araceli Collazo featuring guitarist Mark Towns Thu. 8/10/23 @ Heritage Square, Oxnard CA
2023-08-10 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Heritage Square Oxnard, 715 South A Street, Oxnard, CA, 93030, United States
Acclaimed World Music vocalist/songwriter Araceli Collazo will perform Mexican folk songs and classic Latin-American boleros backed by Flamenco Jazz guitarist Mark Towns on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at Heritage Square in Oxnard, CA as part of the Jardin Bajo Las Estrellas for Campus Park fundraiser.

Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz @ Bluewater Grill Temecula Wed. 9/20/23
2023-09-20 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bluewater Grill Temecula, 26700 Ynez Ct., Temecula, CA, 92591, United States
Get ready to be mesmerized by the enchanting melodies of Flamenco Jazz Guitarist Mark Towns as he takes the stage for a solo guitar performance at Bluewater Grill in Temecula, CA. Mark’s virtuoso guitar skills and unique fusion of Flamenco and Jazz styles promise an unforgettable evening of music that will transport you to distant lands and stir your soul. Join us for a night of captivating tunes, delectable cuisine, and a warm ambiance at Bluewater Grill on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Mark Towns’ guitar mastery.

Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Band @ City Place Día de Los Muertos Event Friday 10/27/23 (7-9pm)
2023-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | City Place, 1250 Lake Plaza Dr., Spring, TX, 77389, United States
Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Band will perform Friday, October 27, 2023 at City Place Springwoods Village (7-9pm) at the “Art of the Spirit” cocktail party during the third annual Día de Los Muertos weekend celebration. The party will feature food stations spotlighting authentic Mexican fare, tequila tastings, intricate calaca (skull) face painting, floral crown creations, cigar rolling, live music by Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Band (7-9pm) and DJ Univibe (6-7pm). Art of the Spirit tickets are priced at $85 per person and available on EventBrite.
The band will feature Mark Towns (guitar) with Rainel Pino (keyboards), Gerardo Araujo (congas, vocals), Felix Luna (bass), and Miles Towns (drums).

SANTANABRAXAS featuring Mark Towns @ Willow Waterhole Jazz Festival Sat. 10/28/23 5:00-5:45PM
2023-10-28 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy, 5300 Dryad, Houston, TX, 77035, United States
SANTANABRAXAS (Santana Tribute Band featuring guitarist Mark Towns) will perform at the Willow Waterhole Jazz Festival in Houston, Texas on Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 5:00PM – 5:45PM. Free Event!
SANTANABRAXAS – Santana Tribute Band
SANTANABRAXAS BAND @ Willow Waterhole Festival:
Mark Towns (guitar)
Jorge Lebron (timbales)
Cro Cro Orta (congas)
Miles Towns (drums)
Keith Vivens (vocals, percussion)
Pelayo Parlade (keyboards)
Felix Luna (bass)

Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Guitar @ Oasis Houston Sunday 10/29/23
2023-10-29 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Houston Oasis, 401 Branard St., Houston, TX, 77006, United States
Oasis Houston features a solo performance by award-winning Flamenco Jazz guitarist Mark Towns on Sunday, October 29, 2023 10:30am – Noon. Oasis Houston has moved, and is now located at 401 Branard St., Houston, TX 77006. The event is free and open to the public.

Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Guitar @ Houston Polo Club Sunday 10/29/23 4pm
2023-10-29 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Houston Polo Club, 8552 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX, 77024, United States
Guitarist Mark Towns will perform Flamenco Jazz Guitar at the Houston Polo Club before and during the USPC Centennial Cup match on Sunday, October 29, 2023.

Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Guitar @ Montrose CA Harvest Market Sunday 11/19/23, 10am-1pm
2023-11-19 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Montrose Harvest Market, 2300 block of Honolulu Ave., Montrose, CA, 91020, United States
Mark Towns returns for an encore performance of Solo Flamenco Jazz Guitar at Montrose Harvest Market in the 2300 block of Honolulu Ave. on Sunday, November 19, 2023. Mark will perform selections from his critically-acclaimed albums Flamenco Jazz Latino, Passion, and Unspoken Invitation, in addition to performing his unique solo finger-style guitar arrangements of classic gems by The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Neil Young, James Taylor, and more.
Flamenco Jazz guitarist Mark Towns

Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Guitar @ Montrose Harvest Market Sunday 1/7/24 10am-1pm
2024-01-07 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Montrose Harvest Market, 2300 block of Honolulu Ave., Montrose, CA, 91020, United States
Mark Towns will perform solo Flamenco Jazz, Latin Jazz, and Classical Guitar @ The Montrose Harvest Market (2300 block of Honolulu Ave. in Montrose, CA) on Sunday 1/7/24 (10am – 1:00pm).

Mark Towns (bass) with Dave Tull & Joe Rotondi @ Eddie V's El Segundo
2024-02-09 18:30 - 22:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Eddie V’s El Segundo, 2101 Rosecrans Ave., El Segundo, CA, 90245, United States
Experience a unique musical twist as Mark Towns, renowned for his Flamenco Jazz guitar mastery, steps into a new role as bassist alongside esteemed pianist Joe Rotondi and versatile drummer/vocalist Dave Tull at Eddie V’s El Segundo. Departing from his customary style, Towns, Tull, and Rotondi deliver a captivating blend of Straight Ahead Jazz, Latin Jazz, Funk Jazz, Brazilian Jazz, Pop, and R&B, promising an evening filled with dynamic flair and unforgettable performances. Don’t miss this exciting collaboration showcasing Towns’ multifaceted talents and the collective magic of this dynamic trio.
Dave Tull • Mark Towns • Joe Rotondi

Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Band @ Salon on Buffalo Jazz Series, Van Nuys, CA Sunday 2/25/24
2024-02-25 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Join us for a magical evening of music! Mark Towns Flamenco Jazz Quartet is thrilled to present a special intimate house concert Sunday, February 25th, from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. Immerse yourself in the captivating enchantment of Mark’s albums “Essence” and “Flamenco Jazz Latino,” featuring Mark on Spanish guitar, accompanied by the exceptional talents of Joe Rotondi on piano, Ross Schodek on upright bass, and Roland Garcia on percussion. Seating is limited, so don’t miss out on this exclusive experience! Reserve your spot by emailing event host Susan Krebs at suze@susankrebsmusic.com. This event is part of Susan’s acclaimed concert series, Salon on Buffalo. Address will be provided upon confirmed reservation.
Flamenco Jazz Guitarist Mark Towns

SANTANABRAXAS featuring Mark Towns @ Sambuca Houston Saturday 3/9/24 (8pm-Midnight)
2024-03-09 | Sambuca Houston, 909 Texas Ave., Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Join us Saturday, March 9th, 2024, at Sambuca Houston for an electrifying performance by SANTANABRAXAS, the ultimate Santana Tribute Band! Led by veteran Latin guitar whiz Mark Towns, prepare to be mesmerized by their incredible lineup featuring some of the world’s best Latin Rock and Latin Jazz players: Rainel Pino on keys, Jorge Lebron on timbales, Gerardo Araujo on congas and vocals, Felix Luna on bass and vocals, Sam Dinkins III on drums, and Keith Vivens on lead vocals and percussion. Immerse yourself in the iconic sounds of Santana, delivered with passion and precision. From 8:00 pm to Midnight, don’t miss this unforgettable night of music and groove. Admission is free, so come and experience the magic!

Mark Towns Solo Flamenco Jazz Guitar @ Houston Freethought Oasis Sunday 3/10/24 10:30AM-Noon
2024-03-10 | Houston Oasis, 401 Branard St., Houston, TX, 77006, United States
Join us at Houston Freethought Oasis on Sunday, March 10th, 2024, from 10:30 AM to Noon, where Mark Towns will be the morning’s musical guest, performing solo Flamenco Jazz Guitar. Known for his captivating performances and masterful technique, Mark Towns will transport you with the soulful melodies and intricate rhythms of his original compositions. Don’t miss out on this special program – free to attend.
