MUSIC
Souterrain
Today, noon to 1 p.m., free
The Quad
Just as their name suggests, Souterrain’s sound is all about soul and folk melodies. Laura Norton, Sam Shirley and David Sachs make up the band. Despite have only three members, Souterrain packs a lot of sound as Norton’s voice is extremely smooth and Sach’s upright bass is full of depth. Today, on the Quad, Souterrain will play a free set. Grab your lunch and check out this unique trio.
Butterscotch
Saturday, 8 to 9:30 p.m., free
Natsoulas Gallery, 521 First Street
Have you ever tried beatboxing? It’s hard right? Well, try to beatbox and sing at the same time. Butterscotch, the R&B singer, pianist and beatboxer who was featured on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent”, can do the seemingly impossible of beatboxing and singing simultaneously. Today, at the Natsoulas Gallery, Butterscotch will perform a free show. This performance will be her first appearance in Davis in almost four years. Also, don’t forget to check out MUSE’s interview with Butterscotch before you head over tonight.
THEATER/MONDAVI
k.d. lang and the Siss Boom Bang
Today, 8.p.m., $21/$33/$38.5 (students)
Jackson Hall, Mondavi Center
In 2009, she sold out the show at The Mondavi Center. And today, k.d. lang returns to the main stage to bring an outstanding repertoire of sound. If you’ve never heard of Lang before, she is known for her versatility with her unique vocal abilities and song choices. Tony Bennett, another familiar face at the Mondavi Center, has claimed to be lang’s biggest fan.
Rising Stars of Opera
Friday, 8 p.m., free
Jackson Hall, Mondavi Center
It’s accepted that many students are intimidated to check out Mondavi Center performances due to the obstacles of simply affording tickets. But on Friday, the hall should be buzzing with happy college students who will be getting in a free show which features the UC Davis Symphony Orchestra and Adler Fellows. Tickets are limited, however, so make sure to come early or check with the ticket office to see availability before showing up.
POETRY/LITERATURE
The 5th Annual Davis Jazz Festival: Beyond the Beat Generation
Friday to Saturday, varying, free
The Natsoulas Gallery, 521 First Street
The annual festival has been going on for a few weeks now. However, Friday continuing into Saturday will be the official conference day for the event. Poetry contest winners, live music and appearances from renowned poet Neeli Cherkovski are among some of the events to take place.
ART/GALLERY
Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) exhibit
Today to Nov. 20, 11:30 to 5 p.m., free
Pence Gallery, 212 D St.
An alter display made up of decorated skulls doesn’t necessarily have to feel morbid and creepy. The Mexican cultural celebration Day of the Dead (or Dia De Los Muertos) is a tradition that pays tribute to deceased family members in an uplifting way utilizing varying forms of art. Artists Alison Smith, Amanda Lopez and Malaquias Montoya are among some of the featured artist for the Day of the Dead exhibition currently displaying at the Pence Gallery.
UYEN CAO can be reached at arts@theaggie.org.
