Hello, Friends! Thank you for stopping by my little corner of the Internet. My name is Dan Mazer, aka “BanjerDan.” I’m an acoustic musician raised in Washington, DC now living near Santa Cruz, CA. I’m mostly a banjo player, along with a couple of other stringed instruments, and I like to sing songs and tell stories. My deepest musical love is Bluegrass, of course, but I also love other styles ranging from country and folk to jazz and classical music. I have a wide range of extra-musical interests as well, including science, especially evolution and paleontology; as well as art, film, environmentalism, and history.
Live Shows
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
((All shows are BanjerDan solo unless otherwise noted.)
Sunday, 9/29/24, Noon
Orchard Days at Filoli!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/orchard-days/
“Every year, Filoli’s fruit trees produce pears, apples, grapes, persimmons and more. Visit Filoli during Fall to uncover the magic of the orchards. On Orchard Days, gain special access to the Gentleman’s Orchard where hundreds of heritage fruit trees grow. The Orchard is open every weekend in October, so bring the family for a day of fruitful fun among the trees.”
Thursday, 10/3/24, 5:00 PM
Dust Bowl Brewing Co., 290 Figueroa St., Monterey, CA 93940; (831) 641-7002
https://dustbowlbrewing.com/db_locations/tap-depot/
“The Monterey Tap Depot is conveniently located on the Monterey Recreation Trail just steps from the famous Fisherman’s Wharf. Craft beer fans will enjoy 24 taps amidst a social vibe. Bar rails, communal seating and lounge chairs adorn the interior, while an outdoor patio offers fire pits, heaters, picnic tables, and easy access to the Wedo’s Tacos resident food truck. Once a bustling train station in the 1930s, this location is aptly named the Tap Depot.”
Friday, 10/4/24, 4:00 PM
Poké Rok, 4125 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Suite I, S. Lake Tahoe, CA 96150; (530) 600-0772 • pokerok.square.site/ https://facebook.com/pokeroksouthlaketahoe
“Located in the heart of South Lake Tahoe. Poke Rok is a fresh and healthy Hawaiian-inspired restaurant. We have Ahi Tuna, Salmon, Shrimp, and Chicken Teriyaki. Come and see us today for our bowls or rolls.”
Saturday, 10/5/24, 8:00 PM
Social House, 1001 Heavenly Village Way, Ste 3, S. Lake Tahoe, CA 96150; 530-539-4746 • socialhousetahoe. com/
“Social House was started in 2017 and has partnered with local businesses to provide fresh bagels and locally roasted coffee. Lead by a team determined to provide the best possible product they can, they cut no corners. Cool off in the summer with our adult slushies and warm up in the winter with coffee cocktails. With live music every night, premium cocktails, and Community speakeasy hidden within we hope to have something for everyone.”
Sunday, 10/6/24, 11:00 AM
“Bluegrass Brunch” at The Pink House, Genoa, NV!
The Pink House, 193 Genoa Ln., Genoa, NV 89411; 775-392-4279 • thepinkhousegenoa.com/
“The Pink House, known to locals long before we were here, is located in Genoa, Nevada, the state’s first documented settlement. Set at the Eastern base of the Sierra Nevada mountains and twenty minutes from Lake Tahoe, The Pink House (formerly known as the Reese-Johnson-Virgin House), was built in 1855 and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The town of Genoa and The Pink House stand as important landmarks in the state of Nevada, and provide an idyllic and welcoming setting for our business.”
Tuesday, 10/8/24, 6:00 PM
Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at Sam’s Bar-B-Que, with BanjerDan on mandolin! (Reservations strongly suggested)
“The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers are Robert and Suzanne Cornelius on banjo and bass, with guitarist Alex Mayers and a rotating cast of hot pickers on mandolin and fiddle. Throughout it all they feature fun and spontaneous performances of high-energy Bluegrass and beyond. Requests, audience participation, dancing, joy, laughter, and even tears. Y'all come!”
https://facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers/
“The Carlino Family has been providing Food service to the Santa Clara Valley for over 75 years. Sam's Bar-B-Que is proud to continue the tradition.”
Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, CA 95128; (408) 297-9151 • https://samsbbq.com/
Sunday, 10/13/24, Noon
Orchard Days at Filoli!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/orchard-days/
“Every year, Filoli’s fruit trees produce pears, apples, grapes, persimmons and more. Visit Filoli during Fall to uncover the magic of the orchards. On Orchard Days, gain special access to the Gentleman’s Orchard where hundreds of heritage fruit trees grow. The Orchard is open every weekend in October, so bring the family for a day of fruitful fun among the trees.”
Monday, 10/14/24, Noon
Orchard Days at Filoli!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/orchard-days/
“Every year, Filoli’s fruit trees produce pears, apples, grapes, persimmons and more. Visit Filoli during Fall to uncover the magic of the orchards. On Orchard Days, gain special access to the Gentleman’s Orchard where hundreds of heritage fruit trees grow. The Orchard is open every weekend in October, so bring the family for a day of fruitful fun among the trees.”
Tuesday, 10/15/24, 6:00 PM
Sitting in with The Goat Hill Gang at Sam’s Bar-B-Que, San Jose, CA!
“The Goat Hill Girls are the harmonious blending of old and new friends, some of whom have played bluegrass music together for 40 plus years.”
https://facebook.com/GoatHillGirls/
“The Carlino Family has been providing Food service to the Santa Clara Valley for over 75 years. Sam's Bar-B-Que is proud to continue the tradition.”
Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, CA 95128; (408) 297-9151 • https://samsbbq.com/
Wednesday, 10/16/24
BanjerDan’s 65th Birthday!
Wednesday, 10/16/24, 5:30 PM
“Nightfall at Filoli!”
I’ll be playing acoustic music by a cozy fire pit in Filoli's lovely orchard!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • https://filoli.org/halloween/
“Welcome to Nightfall at Filoli, a bewitching Halloween experience where history and mystery intertwine under the cover of darkness. Whether you're exploring with family, on a date, or among friends, prepare to be enchanted as evening reveals its secrets amidst Filoli’s spellbinding beauty.”
Thursday, 10/17/24, 5:30 PM
“Nightfall at Filoli!”
I’ll be playing acoustic music by a cozy fire pit in Filoli's lovely orchard!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • https://filoli.org/halloween/
“Welcome to Nightfall at Filoli, a bewitching Halloween experience where history and mystery intertwine under the cover of darkness. Whether you're exploring with family, on a date, or among friends, prepare to be enchanted as evening reveals its secrets amidst Filoli’s spellbinding beauty.”
Friday, 10/18/24, 5:30 PM
“Nightfall at Filoli!”
I’ll be playing acoustic music by a cozy fire pit in Filoli's lovely orchard!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/halloween/
“Welcome to Nightfall at Filoli, a bewitching Halloween experience where history and mystery intertwine under the cover of darkness. Whether you're exploring with family, on a date, or among friends, prepare to be enchanted as evening reveals its secrets amidst Filoli’s spellbinding beauty.”
Saturday, 10/19/24, 5:30 PM
“Nightfall at Filoli!”
I’ll be playing acoustic music by a cozy fire pit in Filoli's lovely orchard!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/halloween/
“Welcome to Nightfall at Filoli, a bewitching Halloween experience where history and mystery intertwine under the cover of darkness. Whether you're exploring with family, on a date, or among friends, prepare to be enchanted as evening reveals its secrets amidst Filoli’s spellbinding beauty.”
Sunday, 10/20/24, 5:30 PM
“Nightfall at Filoli!”
I’ll be playing acoustic music by a cozy fire pit in Filoli's lovely orchard!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/halloween/
“Welcome to Nightfall at Filoli, a bewitching Halloween experience where history and mystery intertwine under the cover of darkness. Whether you're exploring with family, on a date, or among friends, prepare to be enchanted as evening reveals its secrets amidst Filoli’s spellbinding beauty.”
Wednesday, 10/23/24, 5:30 PM
“Nightfall at Filoli!”
I’ll be playing acoustic music by a cozy fire pit in Filoli's lovely orchard!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/halloween/
“Welcome to Nightfall at Filoli, a bewitching Halloween experience where history and mystery intertwine under the cover of darkness. Whether you're exploring with family, on a date, or among friends, prepare to be enchanted as evening reveals its secrets amidst Filoli’s spellbinding beauty.”
Thursday, 10/24/24, 5:30 PM
“Nightfall at Filoli!”
I’ll be playing acoustic music by a cozy fire pit in Filoli's lovely orchard!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/halloween/
“Welcome to Nightfall at Filoli, a bewitching Halloween experience where history and mystery intertwine under the cover of darkness. Whether you're exploring with family, on a date, or among friends, prepare to be enchanted as evening reveals its secrets amidst Filoli’s spellbinding beauty.”
Saturday, 10/26/24, 9:00 AM
Saratoga Farmers’ Market, West Valley College, Parking Lot 3, Fruitvale Ave & Career Way, Saratoga, CA 95070
“Held at West Valley Community College, the Saratoga Certified Farmers’ Market offers seasonal fruits and vegetables from Santa Clara County year-round in the parking lot.”
http://cafarmersmkts.com/saratoga-farmers-market/
Saturday, 10/26/24, 5:30 PM
Playing mandolin with The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at Burrell School Vineyards & Winery Harvest Celebration, Los Gatos, CA!
Burrell School Vineyards & Winery 24060 Summit Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033; (408) 353-6290 • http://burrellschool.com/
“Help us celebrate the 2024 harvest from our estate vines! Music by The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers! Tickets are $50* per person which includes a glass of wine, cheese & fruit platters and music.”
https://burrellschool.com/event/harvest-celebration-2/
“The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers are Robert and Suzanne Cornelius on banjo and bass, with guitarist Alex Mayers and a rotating cast of hot pickers on mandolin and fiddle. Throughout it all they feature fun and spontaneous performances of high-energy Bluegrass and beyond. Requests, audience participation, dancing, joy, laughter, and even tears. Y'all come!”
https://facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers/
Sunday, 10/27/24, Noon
Orchard Days at Filoli!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/orchard-days/
“Every year, Filoli’s fruit trees produce pears, apples, grapes, persimmons and more. Visit Filoli during Fall to uncover the magic of the orchards. On Orchard Days, gain special access to the Gentleman’s Orchard where hundreds of heritage fruit trees grow. The Orchard is open every weekend in October, so bring the family for a day of fruitful fun among the trees.”
Sunday, 10/27/24, 5:30 PM
“Nightfall at Filoli!”
I’ll be playing acoustic music by a cozy fire pit in Filoli's lovely orchard!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/halloween/
“Welcome to Nightfall at Filoli, a bewitching Halloween experience where history and mystery intertwine under the cover of darkness. Whether you're exploring with family, on a date, or among friends, prepare to be enchanted as evening reveals its secrets amidst Filoli’s spellbinding beauty.”
Wednesday, 10/30/24, 5:30 PM
“Nightfall at Filoli!”
I’ll be playing acoustic music by a cozy fire pit in Filoli's lovely orchard!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/halloween/
“Welcome to Nightfall at Filoli, a bewitching Halloween experience where history and mystery intertwine under the cover of darkness. Whether you're exploring with family, on a date, or among friends, prepare to be enchanted as evening reveals its secrets amidst Filoli’s spellbinding beauty.”
Thursday, 10/31/24, 5:30 PM
“Nightfall at Filoli!”
I’ll be playing acoustic music by a cozy fire pit in Filoli's lovely orchard!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062; 650.364.8300 x207 • filoli.org/halloween/
“Welcome to Nightfall at Filoli, a bewitching Halloween experience where history and mystery intertwine under the cover of darkness. Whether you're exploring with family, on a date, or among friends, prepare to be enchanted as evening reveals its secrets amidst Filoli’s spellbinding beauty.”
--BanjerDan (Dan Mazer)
http://facebook.com/BanjerDan/
http://youtube.com/BanjerDan/
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