Ondrej Smeykal - Solo Didgeridoo at LA Outback

Didgeridoo genius Ondrej Smeykal came by LA Ouback during his recent tour through the western US. We had a great time hanging with him and promoting both of his shows that LA Outback and Chad Butler put together. Here's a clip of a solo didgeridoo piece Ondrej performed in our Tiki Hut, which is becoming a happening spot to perform didj.



You can find heaps of other great clips featuring Ondrej Smeykal over on Youtube. If you want to pick up a copy of Ondrej's Didgeridoo Solo 1 or 2 stop www.laoutback.com to grab a copy.

Ondrej Smeykal - 2 Live Shows in Los Angeles!

Sunday, March 15, 2009
3 PM Workshop, 7 PM Concert
Where: Earth and Sky Lodge
5521 S. Grosvenor Blvd, LA, CA 90066
Phone: 310.306.4960
Venue: www.EarthandSky.info

Thursday, March 19, 2009
8:00 PM Concert
Where: Cornell Winery, 29975 Mulholland Hwy, Cornell, CA 91301
Phone: 310.306.4960
Venue: www.CornellWinery.com


SEATING LIMITED. RESERVE NOW SO YOU DON'T MISS OUT!
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L.A.Outback on (818) 985-8359
For more on Ondrej Click Here to visit his website.

L.A.Outback is hosting two shows of uplifting and meditative sounds with didgeridoo wunderkind Ondrej Smeykal. He will also present a workshop around his playing philosophies and techniques at the first of these two dates. Ondrej is a gifted didgeridoo player based from the Czech Republic revered for his unique playing style. This is a rare opportunity to experience Ondrej performing here in southern California.

Both settings are well suited acoustically; one is a yoga studio and the other is an art gallery/wine tasting space. Join us for one or both of his live shows! And don't miss his Workshop on March 15 if you want to be truly inspired, as Ondrej has developed a most unique set of playing techniques and he's willing to share.

Chad Butler is tour managing and he'll be at both gigs as well. Will Thoren is our co-host for the Cornell Winery gig and he'll be opening for Ondrej at that show with his own didge stylings.

LA Outback at Didgeridoo Jam at the Neighborhood Cup in Orange County, California

LA Outback was proud to join in with Karen Greeley to co-host the latest didgeridoo jam at The Neighborhood Cup coffee house in Aliso Viejo, California.

The didjeridu jam session was the third event of a monthly meeting of didj players at every skill level, getting together to play, visit and share pointers on playing the didgeridoo. The session was held on July 26th, 2008 and will hopefully be an ongoing monthly event there as long as The Neighborhood Cup coffee house is willing to have it there.

Karen was kind enough to invite LA Outback down to help out with some beginner players that were going to be attending. Both Barry and I were very excited to participate and see some familiar faces.

We've set up a gallery of his images in Flickr to share with those interested in checking out the afternoon of good coffee and didgeridoo vibes.

Check out the Didgeridoo Jam gallery in Flicker
Visit www.laoutback.com to see our selection of Australian Aboriginal didgeridoos

FREE Didgeridoo Class: Saturday, May 24, 2008

Learn all of the basic playing techniques including animal sounds, creating rhythms and circular breathing. This class is for all ages and it's heaps of fun. If you don't have a didgeridoo then you can borrow one from us, no worries. Length of class is about 1 hour. All ages welcome, in fact, bring along all your family and friends! A happy pup named "Dingo" will greet you at the door. Stay for a bit after the class and check out all the new didgeridoos and gear.

Saturday, May 24, 2008
3:00 to 4:00 PM

Classes are held at L.A.Outback's canyon home located up on "Dingo Mountain" in Studio City, CA.

Visit www.laoutback.com for more info.

Mike Jackson Concert & Workshop at L.A.Outback: Saturday, May 31 & Sunday, June 1

This will be Mike's first trip to the States and we're stoked to host his concert and workshop right here at LA Outback's canyon home in the hills above Studio City, CA. Mike is arguably one of the most innovative and accomplished didgeridoo players in the world. His mastery of the instrument allows him to explore tone, texture and rhythm at speeds and in ways that are totally unique. To hear him play is to experience a connection to Australia's myriad untouched lands where the spirit and heart can still reside with a certain degree of peace. 

Seating is very limited: 20 people for the concert and 15 people for the workshop, so reserve today or visit our Calendar Page for full details and online reservations.

Concert: Saturday, May 31
6:30 PM Reception
7:00 PM Mike's Rock Art Digital Slde Show
Intermission
8:00 PM Concert

Advanced Playing Workshop: Sunday, June 1
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Not for beginners, this workshop is for those that are ready to discover the secrets of speed, structure, and articulation. Limited to 15 people.