We look forward to welcoming you to South Coast Winery Resort & Spa for our

2026 Rhythm on the Vine® Jazz Concert Series.

Presented by South Coast Winery Resort & Spa
Produced by Apaulo Productions
Sponsored by:

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Mindi Abair

Sunday, June 14, 2026

During her 21-year recording career, saxophonist/vocalist Mindi Abair has garnered 2 GRAMMY nominations, recorded with some of the biggest names in music, and built a substantial following among jazz and blues audiences with her soaring melodies and powerhouse style. She received GRAMMY nominations for Summer Horns with Dave Koz, Richard Elliot and Gerald Albright, and for her solo LP Wild Heart featuring Gregg Allman, Joe Perry, Trombone Shorty, Booker T. Jones, Keb’ Mo’, and Max Weinberg. Known as the featured saxophonist on American Idol and for appearances on The Late Show and with The Roots on The Tonight Show, she has also toured with Duran Duran and Aerosmith and consistently topped the Billboard Contemporary Jazz and Blues charts. With 8 Independent Blues Awards including Artist of the Year, a #1 Contemporary Jazz Album debut for Forever featuring Steve Perry and Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and collaborations with artists from Smokey Robinson to the Backstreet Boys, Mindi remains one of the most dynamic and in-demand performers in contemporary jazz and blues.

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BPM | Brian Bromberg, Paul Brown, & Michael Paulo

Sunday, June 28, 2026

Grammy-nominated bassist Brian Bromberg, two-time Grammy-winning guitarist and producer Paul Brown, and chart-topping saxophonist Michael Paulo unite for the first time as BPM on their anticipated album Seriously, bringing together three first-call musicians who have worked with icons including Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Aretha Franklin, Sting, George Benson, Al Jarreau, and Stan Getz. With Brown boasting 75 #1 Contemporary Jazz radio hits, Bromberg recording on over 150 albums and touring with legends from Stan Getz to Dizzy Gillespie, and Paulo renowned for his unrivaled stage presence and featured on the Miles Davis Rubberband session, BPM blends bass, guitar, and sax into a rare and dynamic instrumental configuration. Rooted in strong material, organic grooves, and a no-ego, “just the best music we can make” philosophy, Seriously delivers funk, swing, and danceable Contemporary Jazz magic—balancing superb musicianship with unbounded joy as the trio hits for the fences and brings their high-energy, heartfelt sound to the stage. 

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Keiko Matsui

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Internationally acclaimed pianist, composer and humanitarian Keiko Matsui shares her dream for unity, serenity and happiness on her 30th recording Euphoria, an inspiring and epic statement featuring special guests Lalah Hathaway, Randy Brecker, Mike Stern, Kirk Whalum, Joel Ross, Grégoire Maret and John Beasley. Having worked with everyone from Miles Davis, Stevie Wonder, Bob James and Hugh Masekela, Keiko has amassed a devout following worldwide, topped Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz charts for three consecutive weeks with Deep Blue—becoming the first Japanese artist to achieve this honor—and released multiple critically acclaimed Top 5 recordings including The Road…, Soul Quest, Journey To The Heart and Echo. A master storyteller who crafts passionate, emotive and timeless anthems colored with rich harmonies and global rhythms. 

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Bobby Caldwell Tribute
Eric Mondragon, Vocals | Jason Goldstein, Vocals | Carlyle Barriteau, Guitar & Vocals | Zack Alexander, Vocals | Land Richards, Drums | Tony Moore, Drums | Andrew Neu, Saxophone | Roberto Vally, Bass | Bill Steinway, Keyboards

Sunday, July 26, 2026

Tribute to Bobby Caldwell honors the extraordinary career of the late singer-songwriter whose signature hit "What You Won’t Do for Love" became a platinum-selling classic and one of the most sampled and celebrated songs in modern music. A master of sophisticated soul, jazz, and blue-eyed R&B, Caldwell wrote and recorded multiple charting albums, penned songs for artists including Boz Scaggs and Amy Grant, and earned admiration across genres—from R&B legends to hip-hop icons who reintroduced his music to new generations.

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Tierra Legacy

Sunday, August 9, 2026

Tierra, a pioneering Chicano band founded in 1972 by Rudy and Steve Salas, achieved national fame in 1981 with their hit song “Together,” reaching #14 on Billboard’s Hot 100. Beginning in East Los Angeles, the band created a unique blend of rock, pop, jazz, R&B, and salsa, producing classics such as “Together,” “Gonna Find Her,” and “Memories,” and becoming the first Latino/American band to have four songs on the national charts, with two simultaneously in the Top 100; they were also named “Best R&B Vocal Group” by four leading magazines, including Billboard. Following the tragic passing of Rudy in 2020 and Steve in 2022, the Salas family made the decision to keep their music alive through “Tierra Legacy,” wholly owned by the family and featuring David Salas (Rudy’s son) , Richard Salas (Rudy and Steve’s brother), original and longtime members who created the hit songs, and new lead vocalists—continuing to captivate fans with extraordinary live shows and new music while keeping the dynamic and unforgettable band alive. 

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Hiroshima

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Los Angeles-based Hiroshima, led by composer and producer Dan Kuramoto, has been captivating audiences for more than three decades with its unique fusion of contemporary jazz, pop, rock, and traditional Japanese folk music. Since forming in the late 1970s, the ensemble has become celebrated for its intricate arrangements, soulful melodies, and the seamless integration of koto, shakuhachi, and Western instruments. Hiroshima’s signature sound has earned them a devoted international following and critical acclaim, including a GRAMMY® nomination in 2010 for Best Pop Instrumental Album. The group features Dan Kuramoto on saxophone and flute, koto virtuoso and composer June Kuramoto, pianist and keyboardist Kimo Cornwell, and drummer and percussionist Danny Yamamoto, each bringing decades of performance and recording experience to the stage. Known for electrifying live shows that blend storytelling, rich harmonies, and irresistible grooves, Hiroshima continues to push boundaries while honoring their Japanese-American heritage, making every performance a celebration of cross-cultural artistry and timeless music. 

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Brian Simpson, Ilya Serov, & Michael Paulo

Sunday, October 4, 2026

This special concert features three world-class jazz artists: ^{keyboardist and composer Brian Simpson}, ^{trumpeter and vocalist Ilya Serov}, and ^{saxophonist Michael Paulo}. After graduating from Northern Illinois University, ^{Brian Simpson} moved to Los Angeles, performing alongside Gerald Albright and Norman Brown, touring with Janet Jackson, and spending a decade with jazz legend George Duke. He has also worked with James Ingram, Anita Baker, Dave Koz, and Wayman Tisdale, and his writing and performing credits on R&B chart-topping and Smooth Jazz Airplay albums have made him a sought-after Music Director for jazz events worldwide.

Award-winning trumpeter, vocalist, songwriter, and producer ^{Ilya Serov} blends jazz, R&B, and Brazilian influences in his dynamic original music. A frequent collaborator of Dave Koz, Serov has performed at iconic jazz festivals, symphonic collaborations, and in film soundtracks, earning Best New Artist at the Hollywood International Music Awards in 2014. Known for playing his own invention, the Jazzohorn, Serov combines deep respect for jazz tradition with forward-thinking creativity.

Saxophonist ^{Michael Paulo} is one of the most versatile and celebrated voices in contemporary jazz, pop, and soul, with a career spanning nearly 35 years. He has performed with legends including Al Jarreau, James Ingram, Patti Austin, Bobby Caldwell, and Miles Davis, and appeared on a previously unreleased Miles Davis record that reached No. 1 on the Billboard Jazz charts. A musical prodigy from Hawaii, Paulo began performing professionally before joining the acclaimed band Kalapana and later touring for a decade with Al Jarreau. Paulo has performed extensively in Asia, served as artist-in-residence at the renowned Java Jazz Festival, and is also the visionary live event producer behind Rhythm on the Vine®. Together, Simpson, Serov, and Paulo promise a captivating evening celebrating the depth, passion, and innovation of contemporary jazz.

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Kalapana

Sunday, October 11, 2026

Closing out the Rhythm on the Vine® series, legendary band Kalapana is a pop-rock/jazz group from Hawai’i, releasing several albums in the ’70’s and ‘80s. Opening for bands such as Earth, Wind, and Fire, Batdorf & Rodney, and The Moody Blues, they sold out shows throughout Japan and Hawaii. With their influence spanning far around the world, they notably received the Hawaiʻi Academy of Recording Arts Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Tickets starting as low as $65.

Seating Options

Sponsor Tables
Seating at a table of 4 in the Front Row. Includes stage mention and access to the Artist Meet & Greet, Wine Reception and Summer Grazing Platter.
Meet & Greet begins at 6pm. 

VIP
Located behind the sponsor tables and includes a table for your comfort and enjoyment.
Seating in row 2 – Tables of 8. VIP tickets also include access to the Artist Meet & Greet, Wine Reception and Summer Grazing Platter.
Meet & Greet begins at 6pm.

Terrace Seating
^{Located to the left of the stage, featuring tables for two and four with elevated views.
Please note: access to this section requires steps and it is not wheelchair accessible.
*Shows in Vintner’s Garden do not have this seating option.}

Preferred Seating
Preferred Seating includes table seating for your comfort and enjoyment in Rows 3-5 -- Tables of 8. 

Reserved Seating
Theatre style seating and situated behind Preferred Seating Section.

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Know Before You Go

• Beer & Wine available for purchase
• Food available for purchase
• No outside food or beverage permitted
• No coolers, personal chairs or umbrellas allowed within the concert venue
• Concerts are all ages
• All ticket sales are final and "rain or shine"
• Doors open at 6pm

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