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.)
Friday, 2/7/25, 5:00 PM
Highway 1 Brewing Co., 5720 Cabrillo Hwy., Pescadero, CA 94060; (650) 879-9243 • highway1brewing.com/
“We’re a family-owned craft brewery and restaurant located on the iconic Highway 1. Here, we’re dedicated to providing an authentic no-frills craft beer experience. Good beer, good people, and good vibes, that’s what we’re all about.”
Sunday, 2/9/24, 4:00 PM
I'll be playing mandolin as part of the Support Band for the Marin Bluegrass Sessions at MANTRA WINES in Novato!
“Join us on Sunday, February 9, 4-6 pm, at the monthly Marin Bluegrass Sessions intermediate / advanced jam at the award-winning MANTRA WINES Tasting Room in downtown Novato.
This month's Kick A$$ Support Band will be:
Bruce Sadownick- dobro / host
Gary Kaye - banjo
Charlie Sleep - guitar
Dan Mazer (BanjerDan)- mandolin
Larisa Sleep - bass
Bring your axe!
Pickers who join in get their first beverage on the house.
As always, California Bluegrass Association members get 20% off all wine purchases.
Wednesday, 2/12/25, 6:00 PM
I'm happy to return to the “Hop Jam” at Hop Dogma Brewing Company!
The "Hop Jam" is an invitational event arranged by jambot.org, hosted on Wednesday evenings at Hop Dogma Brewing Company in Half Moon Bay, California. Each week the "jambot" uses an algorithm to assemble a different group of professional and semi-professional Bluegrass musicians for a spontaneous, improvised on-stage performance. You never know who will be in the "band," or what songs they'll choose to play!
https://jambot.org/JamBots/HopJam/
The lineup for February 12th, 2025 is:
Guitar: TBA
Banjo: Dan Mazer (BanjerDan)
Mandolin: TBA
Fiddle: Dan Discenda
Bass: Francesca Civoli
Hop Dogma Brewing Co., 270 Capistrano Rd. #22, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019; (650) 560-8729 • http://hopdogma.com/
“Hop Dogma has brought craft beer to the Coastside since 2013. Open to pups, kids, food from local vendors and all taste buds, we’re a microbrewery located in the the Harbor Village in Half Moon Bay, California. What we have on tap is frequently changing, but our mantra has always remained the same. We don’t take life too seriously, except for when it comes to the beers we make.”
Monday, 2/17/24, 2:30 PM (private event)
San Francisco, CA
Sunday, 2/23/25, 11:30 AM
Please tune in to "Sunday Morning Live!" on KBCZ (89.3 FM), for a live interview and performance!
Independent community radio lives in Santa Cruz County!
“With host Tina Davey, Sunday Morning Live! will invite talent into the lobby of KBCZ to perform live on-air.”
Sunday, 2/23/25, 5:00 PM
I’m excited to return to Chico for the first time in far too long, and to make my debut at Strong Water Cocktail Lounge for their “Cigar Sunday”!
Strong Water, 27 Lost Dutchman Dr., Chico, CA 95973; (530) 487-8557 • StrongWaterChico.com/
“Craft cocktail lounge serving seasonal cocktails, functional herbal mocktails, espresso, and snacks. Tucked away in North Chico.”
Monday, 2/24/25, 6:00 PM
The Post Office Saloon & Grill,1636 Market St., Redding, CA 96001; (530) 605-1271 • postofficesaloon.com/ instagram.com/thepostofficedowntown/
“Come to The Post Office Downtown for a unique dining experience! Enjoy great food, drinks, and service in a friendly atmosphere. We can’t wait to see you!”
Wednesday, 2/26/25, 5:00 PM
Remotion Wine, 255 E. California St., Jacksonville, OR 97530; (541)702-2492 • remotionwine.com/
"Remotion is a synonym for extraction, or utilizing the grape as a tool to stylistically design a wine that captures the character, or terroir of the Rogue Valley."
Thursday, 2/27/25, 6:00 PM
Mr. Ed’s Espresso & Juice & Underground Pub, 1870 Oregon St., Port Orford, OR 97465; (541) 366-2295 • mredsunderground.pub/
“Mr. Ed’s is family friendly pub where instruments line the walls, ceilings & yes, even the restrooms. You're welcome to play them or enjoy live music.”
Friday, 2/28/25, 8:30 PM
Oxenfrē Public House, 631 Chetco Ave., Brookings, OR 97415; 541-813-1985 • oxenpub.com/
“‘Come out come out where ever you are!’ Fantastic gastropub fare with an inviting, fun atmosphere!”
Saturday, 3/1/25, 7:00 PM
Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St., Portland, OR 97212; rosecitybookpub.com/
“Rose City Book Pub brings together everything we enjoy: books, beer, and wine, of course, but also community events, music, art, and good discussions.”
Sunday, 3/2/25, 1:30 PM
Veronia Grange, 375 North St., Vernonia, OR 97064; (503) 396-2046 • facebook.com/vernoniagrange305/
“Patrons of Husbandry - Community Enrichment - w/ Faith Hope Charity Fidelity - Our Future is Youth”
Monday, 3/3/25, 5:30 PM
Private event (House Concert), Eugene, OR
Thursday, 3/6/25, 6:00 PM
Misty Mountain Brewing, 625 Chetco Ave., Brookings, OR 97415; 541-813-2599 • mistymountainbrewing.com/
“Misty Mountain Brewing and Tap Haus is Oregon’s southern most coastal brewery. Located in the heart of downtown Brookings directly off Highway 101, downstairs below Black Trumpet Bistro. Family owned and operated. Hand crafted ales and lagers produced in small batches using only the finest ingredients. With eight taps flowing, you will certainly find a favorite. A pint and a pub lunch is a great way to spend time relaxing with friend and family. Our brewery is on-site and we are family friendly.”
Friday, 3/7/25, 6:30 PM
Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge at the Historic Eagle House Hotel, 124 C St., Eureka, CA 95501; (707) 407-0634 • historiceaglehouse.com/
“Phatsy Kline's offers tapas style small plates and delicious desserts. Specializing in craft cocktails, local wines, beers and ciders as well as a fine selection of organic coffee and tea. Phatsy’s takes pride in sharing a menu that is house made, market fresh, locally sourced and organic whenever possible.”
“Lovingly restored, the Historic Eagle House serves as a community hub and gathering space for locals and travelers alike. Live music and events occur weekly in our Grand Theatre Ballroom, Phatsy Kline's Parlor Lounge, Clubhouse and Yoga studio.”
Saturday, 3/8/24, 6:00 PM
Trinity County Brewing Company Public House, 301 Main St., Weaverville, CA 96093; (530) 423-4114 • trinitycountybrewery.com
"Trinity County Brewing Company (TCBC) is a new 7-barrel brewery and pub located in Weaverville, California, with a focus on pioneering high quality, full flavored craft beer and simple, locally sourced, enjoyable food to be served in a friendly, community focused, “campground” atmosphere at our Trinity County Brewing Company Public House.”
--BanjerDan (Dan Mazer)
"Wow! Banjos ROCK!"