February 2026 is set to be a remarkable month for music enthusiasts in Santa Barbara as the Lobero Theatre hosts an array of performances that span various genres and styles. From the Romantic piano lyrics of Emanuel Ax to the folk rock anthems of Don McLean, and from the operatic prowess of Juan Diego Flórez to the vibrant jazz of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, the events promise an unforgettable experience. Join us for a detailed exploration of these musical celebrations, each offering a unique contribution to the world of music.

Santa Barbara's February Renaissance: A Music Journey at Lobero Theatre

Preservation Hall Jazz Band

Lobero Theatre

Join us for the warmest and fuzziest night ever! Imagine yourself surrounded by hundreds of other voices, making your way through an unforgettable mix of holiday classics and seasonal pop gems! Sigh. What could feel better as winter approaches? Absolutely nothing.

Choir! Choir! Choir!

At a moment when musical streams are crossing with unprecedented frequency, it’s crucial to remember that throughout its history, New Orleans has been the point at which sounds and cultures from around the world converge, mingle, and resurface, transformed by the Crescent City’s inimitable spirit and joie de vivre.

Nowhere is that idea more vividly embodied than in the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, which has held the torch of New Orleans music aloft for more than 60 years, all the while carrying it enthusiastically forward as a reminder that the history they were founded to preserve is a vibrantly living history.

Preservation Hall Jazz Band

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