Bistango

Al Valdez
2025-09-09 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-16 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-23 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-30 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-07 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-14 17:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bistango, 19100 Von Karman Avenue, Irvine, CA, 92612, United States
Al Valdez started his music career at the age of 13, fronting his own band and has since dedicated his life to music. He has been a fixture in Orange County for decades, having played at venues such as Cano’s, Nieuport 17, The Mission Inn among others. After a brief stint performing in Vegas, Al returned to Orange County to continue his love of playing and singing – today you can find him here at Bayside or at our sister restaurant Bistango in Irvine.

Irvine Barclay Theatre Jazz Band
2025-09-10 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-17 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-24 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-01 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-08 18:00 - 21:00
The Irvine Barclay Theatre Jazz Band gets the weekend started with classic Billboard hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s!
Pianist and composer Ron Kobayashi has performed with a variety of musical artists including Mel Torme, Peter Frampton, Kenny Burrell, Tom Scott, Margaret Whiting, Peter White among others. In 1992 Ron performed for President Bill Clinton. Ron has made numerous television appearances including on The Johnny Yune Show, The Jerry Lewis Telethon and The CBS Evening News with Dan Rather.
For more than 20 years, Ron has been playing festivals and clubs throughout California, Florida, Arizona and Nevada and recorded five CDs and one DVD to date.

Tracy Longstreth & Friends
2025-09-11 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-18 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-25 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-02 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-09 17:30 - 21:30
Almost six decades in music have brought me to this point. Having fun and playing blues at this beautiful place. From my first recordings to playing live I’ve always looked forward to what’s next. The groups we’ve put together for these blues nights are all slightly different. Rooted in American blues “the only kind” from Delta to Kansas City to Chicago blues and New Orleans, it don’t matter! To keep our sound true to the blues it’s based on the blues. Hats off to Bistango and Bayside Restaurant for making this happen and all the players for everything.

Larry Fresch Trio
2025-09-12 17:30 - 21:30
Larry Fresch (vocals/sax), Ray Genoveese (drums), Eric Ruskin (keyboard) and Ron Eschete (guitar).

The F4 Band
2025-09-13 18:30 - 22:30, 2025-09-27 18:30 - 22:30, 2025-10-04 18:30 - 22:30, 2025-10-11 18:30 - 22:30
From Stones to classic rock and blues – good for dancing! Featuring: Kit Charlton on guitar, Gary Medeiros on drums, Dick Hoye on keyboards, and Drew Griffith on bass.

Cory Redgrift
2025-09-15 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-22 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-29 17:30 - 21:30
Starting at the age of 4 Corey Redgrift began his musical journey as a classical piano player that over time absorbed many differing styles into his playing including jazz, pop, rock, and video game music. He covers popular songs from the 70’s to the present and while keeping faithful to the originals still manages to put his own personal spin on them. Playing gigs with just solo piano and vocals is very special and intimate to him and he says there is nothing quite like it. He has done sound design and music composition for multiple video game titles most notably Call of Duty: Black Ops, and currently still performs with a full cover band in the Orange County area called Past to Present. As a firm believer that music is one of the most powerful forces in existence he strives to capture its magic and brilliance each time he sits behind the piano.

Elena Gilliam, Bobby Pierce Trio
2025-09-19 17:30 - 21:30
Elena Gilliam, named a Living Legend of Jazz in 2013 by the Living Legends of Jazz and Blues Foundation of Los Angeles, is one of Southern California’s most beloved jazz vocalists. With a voice often compared to icons like Lena Horne, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, and Dinah Washington, she enchants audiences with her rich, eloquent tones and masterful phrasing. Her repertoire spans jazz, swing, standards, Latin, and blues, taking listeners on a timeless musical journey.
In April 2024, Elena debuted her orchestral recording Shall We Dance at the Irvine Barclay Theatre, mesmerizing audiences with symphonic renditions of beloved classics under the direction of Bob Barrett and alongside Grammy-nominated Tony Guerrero. From acclaimed performances at major festivals and jazz clubs across California to her inspiring outreach work with young artists, Elena continues to leave a lasting mark on the jazz world. A true original, her artistry and spirit have earned her a devoted following—proof that she is, as fans say, “the real deal.”

Jimmy Hopper
2025-09-20 18:30 - 22:30
The legendary Jimmy Hopper is known for his high-energy concerts and diverse musical style.

The Pearls
2025-10-03 17:30 - 21:30
A collection of musicians doing what they love. Performing and playing together for audiences. Each of the members of the Pearls have been playing for over fifty years. Through this long journey, they have learned to incorporate a wide variety of music in to their performances. Their musical experiences include touring with famous entertainer such as Neil Diamond, Barbara Streisand, Chris Isaac, and Steely Dan, to name a few. They are always striving to keep adding more “hits” to their repertoire. Their song choices are guaranteed to bring back memories and smiles.
Kit Charlton – Guitar and Vocals
Steve Joffe – Guitar and Vocals
Drew Griffith – Bass and Vocals
Gary “Z” Zdenek – Drums and Vocals

Dave Friedman
2025-10-06 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-13 17:30 - 21:30
Dave Friedman played his first concert at the age of 5. He has continues to call on inspiration from a wealth of musical influences starting with classical music, moving into Frank, Dean, Perry, Duke, Tommy & Glenn, to of course John, Paul George and Ringo and beyond. Mix that with a life of touring with some of rocks biggest stars, raising a family, and surviving life’s many curves, experiences of feelings and emotions easily flow through his music. Sit and enjoy a night of memories and smiles.

Old Spice
2025-10-10 17:30 - 21:30
The band performs a blend of 1950s and 1960s Rock & Roll, Swing, Country, Blues, and Folk music, and have also performed at other locations.
