Upcoming Performances
The Half Moon Band
May 1, 2025, Thursday 4-7pm
Jettywave Distillery, 155 Broadway, Half Moon Bay, CA
The Jim Mar Band
May 2, 2025, Friday 4-7pm
Jettywave Distillery, 155 Broadway, Half Moon Bay, CA
The Half Moon Band
May 24, 2025, Saturday 7-9pm
The Coastal Vine, 2305 Carlos St, Moss Beach, CA
The Half Moon Band
June 8, 2025, Sunday 2-4 pm
OceanCiders, 2 Pillar Point Harbor Blvd, Half Moon Bay, CA
Luis Rojas Afro-Cuban Experience
June 14, 2025, Saturday 7:30-9:30pm
The Odd Fellows Hall, 526 Main St, Half Moon Bay, CA
Performance and Guitar Instruction
Keeping the Jazz and Latin traditions alive and thriving in the Bay Area
The Half Moon Band
Hailing from Half Moon Bay, California, the Half Moon Band plays a fun blend of classic rock, blues, pop, and jazz in their own unique style. Janeene Wilkinson on vocals, Alan Lee on keys, Luis Rojas on guitar, John Higham on bass, Michael Medwid on drums, and Bill Burnside sound engineer, form the lineup of this fun and versatile group.
Luis Rojas Afro-Cuban Experience
This dynamic band blends traditional Latin music with Salsa, Jazz, Brazilian beats, and Blues, creating a vibrant fusion of sound from the 1950s to today. Their passionate rhythms and soulful melodies will have you dancing in your seat and on your feet! Norm Dutton on saxophones, Peter Dippery on drums, Ken Chou on piano, Paul Clanon on bass, and Frank Velez on Latin percussion.
Guitar Instruction
From beginners to advanced players. I will work with you to create a personalized learning plan to help you achieve your musical goals. Learn at your own pace and unlock your full musical potential.
What followers are saying…
“When I first planned on seeing The Half Moon Band at the Wine Room in Moss Beach, I was very excited to hear a local jazz band. The Half Moon Band did not disappoint. They deftly perform across the spectrum of jazz standards, rock & pop. This group was a surprising collection of talent and professionalism for me to listen to and enjoy immensely. If you have the chance to see this band, make sure you do! Wonderful entertainment!”
– Stan Dudek
“The Half Moon Band is amazing! They are such great entertainers and musicians. Speaking of the music, one of my favorite things about the band is the wide scope of their sets and their ability to skillfully perform songs across different genres and time periods. Highly recommend you attend one of their performances, you’ll soon be coming back and inviting your family and friends to join you.”
– Katie Debski
“The Half Moon Band is my favorite band on the Coast Side. They play everything from jazz to 60s and 70s music. The band members are very talented in what they do. If you have not heard them they should not be missed. I look forward to hearing them every chance I get! A+ in my book.”
– Teresa Marcu