WED, MAY 27 | 7:30PM | SENSORIO PASO ROBLES | $105
Experience a truly unforgettable evening of music and light in the sun-drenched hills of Paso Robles set against the backdrop of Bruce Munro’s Field of Light—one of California’s largest immersive art exhibitions featuring over 100,000 fiber-optic stems. As the sun sets, the landscape will come alive to the lush, genre-blending sounds of award-winning violinist, vocalist, and composer Kishi Bashi, performing live amidst the lights. With lyrics sung in both English and Japanese, Kishi Bashi’s music weaves together elements of classical, rock, electronic, and indie pop. His performances radiate joy, optimism, and a profound sense of wonder—perfectly complementing the ethereal beauty of the exhibit.
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
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CENTER STAGE EVENT: No subscription discounts available, but may be used to fulfill the 4+ show minimum.
Single Tickets go on sale MONDAY, JULY 28TH.
If you like this event, check out the film screening of Omoiyari with Kishi Bashi at the Palm Theatre the following evening.
“Kishi Bashi is bridging the divide between classical and mainstream music...and making it wonderfully accessible.”
SPONSORED BY
Dr. Christopher Payne & Dr. Jeannette Potts
