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One of the finest singer-songwriters of her generation, Bonoff’s ballads became hits for legends like Linda Ronstadt and Bonnie Raitt. Her live shows—spare, moving, and transformative—showcase a voice that works timeless magic and continues to captivate audiences around the world. 

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Karla Bonoff

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts

Karla Bonoff has been described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation. That description is not hyperbole.

Bonoff has enjoyed critical acclaim, commercial success, enduring popularity, and the unwavering respect of her peers. Karla has seen her songs become hits for Bonnie Raitt, Wynonna Judd, and Linda Ronstadt. Many of Bonoff’s ballads are classics.

Thrasher Opera House

Since her early days, Bonoff has continued to record and tour extensively, playing sold-out shows around the world. Fans and critics agree that her songs and recordings are beautiful and timeless. Hearing the moving vocals on her rich, expressive songs is like standing beneath a sparkling waterfall: refreshing, exhilarating, and restorative. Experiencing them live can be transformative, as the live instrumentation gives her voice room to work its emotional magic.

Villa Montalvo

Experience the magic of Karla Bonoff, one of the most acclaimed singer/songwriters of our time. With hits made famous by Bonnie Raitt, Wynonna Judd, and Linda Ronstadt, her timeless ballads have shaped a generation. Billboard Magazine hailed her work, saying, “Long before Alanis and Jewel, there was a breed of singer/songwriters whose earthly anthems of soul-searching, heartache, and joy touched souls in a way few can muster today.” Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see Karla Bonoff  live—get your tickets now!

Livermore Performing Arts Center

Getting her start in the flourishing music scene of Southern California in the ’60s and ’70s, Karla Bonoff is one of the leading singer-songwriters of her generation. Her impressive career, which has spanned over four decades, includes opening for James Taylor and Jackson Browne, touring with Bonnie Raitt, as well as writing and recording songs for iconic films. Bonoff has enjoyed critical acclaim, enduring popularity, and the unwavering respect of her peers.

An Evening with Karla Bonoff

Lobero Theatre

Karla Bonoff and Livingston Taylor come Home for the Holidays with a seasonally spiced show that will remind you of what a wonderful time of the year it is.

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