Beginning Guitar for Elder Adults
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-10 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Art in the Park, 5568 Via Marisol Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90042, United States
email rafael.bustamante@artintheparkla.org for new student availability

Wednesdays 10am – 11am

(check instagram for updates)

With Teaching Artist Rafael Bustamante

Made possible by a grant from the Hermon Neighborhood Council

This guitar class is designed with complete beginners in mind. We will discuss/learn basic principles of music and skills for playing notes/chords on the guitar. We will share our experience and love/excitement for music and learn to bring that to life through the guitar.

Rafael is a multiinstrumentalist, songwriter and performing artist born and raised in Los Angeles. He has performed as a soloist and with many ensembles over the last two decades. Rafael continues to share his passion for music and performance working with Neighborhood Music school and Art in The Park.

Lets help keep each other healthy please stay home if you have any flu like or COVID symptoms. Questions email info@artintheparkla.org

Latin Percussion Lab
2025-11-20 15:30 - 16:15, 2025-12-04 15:30 - 16:15, 2025-12-11 15:30 - 16:15
Latin Percussion Lab with Matthew Hernandez & Sergio Segura
Thursdays (check site for updates)
3:30 pm – 4:15 pm
This workshop happens in partnership with Neighborhood Music School
Latin Percussion Lab
Sign up here!
This program is designed to introduce basic rhythms and counting exercises for students through the use of hand percussion and Afro-Latin drumming techniques. Students will have a chance to learn all about essential elements in Latin music like clave, tumbao, and basic conga tones. There will be an introduction to different types of instruments each week as well as a song of the week by various salsa and cha cha icons. This will be a very fun and engaging drumming course.
Matthew Hernandez is a proud community arts advocate that has dedicated his work to the enrichment of cultural celebration and literacy through music. Understanding how music shapes and reflects cultural awareness and ambitions, he recognizes the influence that music has over large groups of individuals that share a common ground in beliefs and expression. The main goal for Matthew is to bring those people together to share the same physical space and strengthen bonds through experiencing the ultimate form of expression that creative outlets, like music, allow. Being a source for bringing the community together brings him all the joy in the world, whether it’s through live performance, group teaching, volunteer work, or even just casual conversation with neighbors and friends. He currently studies at the Herb Alpert Music Center’s Applied Music Program at Los Angeles City College and has built a reputation for being the musical coordinator and saxophonist for salsa and latin jazz band, Timba Tumbao. With his band, he’s performed all across SoCal, delivering a fun and high energy live latin dance show. He loves what he does because he gets the opportunity to connect with so many amazing communities and share an inclusive experience full of dancing, smiles, and fun memories. “Music is a language without words, it speaks in only profound emotion and true expression.”
Born and raised in El Sereno, Los Angeles, CA, Sergio Segura has been a musician since theage of 13. Originally a pianist, he found his passion lied in drums, specifically Latin percussion drums. Following his musical passion, Sergio went on to receive his Bachelor of Music at Cal Poly Pomona and his Masters at Cal State LA with an emphasis in Afro Latin Music, where he studied under legendary Cuban drummer -Calixto Oviedo- learning the fundamentals of Cuban music such as son, danzon, cha cha’s rumba and others. Since graduating, Sergio has been performing with various bands and artists. As of recent he has performed with Colombian cumbia artist Yeison Landero at the Hollywood Bowl and The Ford. He has also opened and shared the stage with the likes of Elvis Crespo, La Sonora Dinamita, Grupo Sonador among others at festivals such as Besame Mucho. Growing up first generation Mexican in a disadvantaged community, Sergio understands the value of having spaces for children and adults to express their artistic side through music. Sergio believes in giving back to his community by sharing his knowledge. He currently continues to gig throughout the U.S. and enjoys teaching and improving his own skills. “Music is lifelong. There is never an end point and there’s always something new to learn.” “Drumming is the extension of our feelings. Everyone should have access to resources and spaces to express themselves, regardless of the environment theygrow up in.”
Lets help keep each other healthy please stay home if you have any flu like or COVID symptoms.
Check our calendar at artinthepark.org for updates
Questions email info@artintheparkla.org

Latin Jazz Sessions
2025-11-20 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-12-04 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-12-11 16:30 - 18:00
Latin Jazz Sessions with Matthew Hernandez & Sergio Segura
Thursdays (check site for updates)
4:30pm – 6:00pm, all ages
Sign up here!
This weekly community band is an introduction to the many popular Latin styles of music from slow and intimate cha cha and boleros to fast paced and high energy salsa, cumbia, and merengue. Join us for an eventful start to the first installment of the Latin Jazz Sessions at Art in the Park, and surprise yourself with how much you could learn in just a few weeks! Sheet music and basic drumming pattern worksheets will be readily available every week. Everyone is free to join this program, though some musical experience will greatly help in familiarizing patterns and learning songs. Art in the Park has drums and some instruments available for use, too, so don’t be shy – stop by and try it out for yourself.
Matthew Hernandez is a proud community arts advocate that has dedicated his work to the enrichment of cultural celebration and literacy through music. Understanding how music shapes and reflects cultural awareness and ambitions, he recognizes the influence that music has over large groups of individuals that share a common ground in beliefs and expression. The main goal for Matthew is to bring those people together to share the same physical space and strengthen bonds through experiencing the ultimate form of expression that creative outlets, like music, allow. Being a source for bringing the community together brings him all the joy in the world, whether it’s through live performance, group teaching, volunteer work, or even just casual conversation with neighbors and friends. He currently studies at the Herb Alpert Music Center’s Applied Music Program at Los Angeles City College and has built a reputation for being the musical coordinator and saxophonist for salsa and latin jazz band, Timba Tumbao. With his band, he’s performed all across SoCal, delivering a fun and high energy live latin dance show. He loves what he does because he gets the opportunity to connect with so many amazing communities and share an inclusive experience full of dancing, smiles, and fun memories. “Music is a language without words, it speaks in only profound emotion and true expression.”
Born and raised in El Sereno, Los Angeles, CA, Sergio Segura has been a musician since theage of 13. Originally a pianist, he found his passion lied in drums, specifically Latin percussion drums. Following his musical passion, Sergio went on to receive his Bachelor of Music at Cal Poly Pomona and his Masters at Cal State LA with an emphasis in Afro Latin Music, where he studied under legendary Cuban drummer -Calixto Oviedo- learning the fundamentals of Cuban music such as son, danzon, cha cha’s rumba and others. Since graduating, Sergio has been performing with various bands and artists. As of recent he has performed with Colombian cumbia artist Yeison Landero at the Hollywood Bowl and The Ford. He has also opened and shared the stage with the likes of Elvis Crespo, La Sonora Dinamita, Grupo Sonador among others at festivals such as Besame Mucho. Growing up first generation Mexican in a disadvantaged community, Sergio understands the value of having spaces for children and adults to express their artistic side through music. Sergio believes in giving back to his community by sharing his knowledge. He currently continues to gig throughout the U.S. and enjoys teaching and improving his own skills. “Music is lifelong. There is never an end point and there’s always something new to learn.” “Drumming is the extension of our feelings. Everyone should have access to resources and spaces to express themselves, regardless of the environment theygrow up in.”
Lets help keep each other healthy please stay home if you have any flu like or COVID symptoms.
check our calendar at artinthepark.org for updates
Questions email info@artintheparkla.org

Community Arts
2025-11-22 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-06 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-13 11:00 - 13:00
Community Arts is held outside in Hermon Park most Saturdays. Join us in exploring the arts, from puppets to painting.

Most Saturdays from 11 am–1pm
Free, all ages
Community Arts is held outside in Hermon Park most Saturdays. Join us in exploring the arts, from puppets to painting.
Let’s keep each other healthy, please stay home if you feel unwell or have any potential Covid symptoms. If the weather is extreme due to high heat or rain, Community Arts will be canceled.

Community Band
2025-11-22 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-06 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-13 11:00 - 13:00
Art in the Park in Partnership with Neighborhood Music School Presents
COMMUNITY BAND IN THE PARK

Calling all musicians searching for a friendly, all-ages, music-making environment!
Community Band at Hermon Park is held outside in the park each Saturday, as a series of creative musical sessions and concerts directed by Logan Hone. Musicians of all skill levels, ages, & backgrounds are invited to join the band in learning an eclectic mix of music, including jazz, latin, folk, & original material. Participation is FREE. Bring your instrument and water. Percussion instruments are provided.
Visit the Community Band webpage for more info. Check IG @artintheparkla for updates
Where: Hermon Park, 5568 Via Marisol, LA, CA 90042
(next to the Art in the Park building near far tennis courts)
Questions? Feel free to contact Logan at loganhone@gmail.com or info@artintheparkla.org
Community Band is made possible through a partnership between Art in the Park and Neighborhood Music school.
Heath and Safety:

The Community Band will be held outside on days with good weather. On days with excessive heat or rain, the Community Band will be held indoors. AITP is guided by the City of LA on Covid protocols. Please check our website for updated info.
Please stay home if you feel unwell or have any potential covid-related symptoms.

AITP is a partner site of the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.

Lunar Rhythms from Soil to Sky
2025-11-22 16:00 - 17:00
Join Gloria Galvez, Lucia Fabio, and Leslie Ross-Robertson for a one-hour panel exploring the moon’s influence from the earth to the sky. The discussion will examine lunar cycles’ impact on planting, nocturnal wildlife, and how these rhythms resonate in our creative and natural lives.
Leslie will also share how her moon print became the starting point for her eight-year Planetary Resonance series, reflecting the connection between cosmic patterns and life on Earth.

No Beginning Guitar for Elder Adults
2025-11-26 10:00 - 11:00
NO CLASS – We will return next week
email rafael.bustamante@artintheparkla.org for new student availability

Wednesdays 10am – 11am

(check instagram for updates)

With Teaching Artist Rafael Bustamante

Made possible by a grant from the Hermon Neighborhood Council

This guitar class is designed with complete beginners in mind. We will discuss/learn basic principles of music and skills for playing notes/chords on the guitar. We will share our experience and love/excitement for music and learn to bring that to life through the guitar.

Rafael is a multiinstrumentalist, songwriter and performing artist born and raised in Los Angeles. He has performed as a soloist and with many ensembles over the last two decades. Rafael continues to share his passion for music and performance working with Neighborhood Music school and Art in The Park.

Lets help keep each other healthy please stay home if you have any flu like or COVID symptoms. Questions email info@artintheparkla.org

No Latin Percussion Lab
2025-11-27 15:30 - 16:15
We will return next week (check site for updates)
This workshop happens in partnership with Neighborhood Music School
Latin Percussion Lab
Sign up here!
This program is designed to introduce basic rhythms and counting exercises for students through the use of hand percussion and Afro-Latin drumming techniques. Students will have a chance to learn all about essential elements in Latin music like clave, tumbao, and basic conga tones. There will be an introduction to different types of instruments each week as well as a song of the week by various salsa and cha cha icons. This will be a very fun and engaging drumming course.
Matthew Hernandez is a proud community arts advocate that has dedicated his work to the enrichment of cultural celebration and literacy through music. Understanding how music shapes and reflects cultural awareness and ambitions, he recognizes the influence that music has over large groups of individuals that share a common ground in beliefs and expression. The main goal for Matthew is to bring those people together to share the same physical space and strengthen bonds through experiencing the ultimate form of expression that creative outlets, like music, allow. Being a source for bringing the community together brings him all the joy in the world, whether it’s through live performance, group teaching, volunteer work, or even just casual conversation with neighbors and friends. He currently studies at the Herb Alpert Music Center’s Applied Music Program at Los Angeles City College and has built a reputation for being the musical coordinator and saxophonist for salsa and latin jazz band, Timba Tumbao. With his band, he’s performed all across SoCal, delivering a fun and high energy live latin dance show. He loves what he does because he gets the opportunity to connect with so many amazing communities and share an inclusive experience full of dancing, smiles, and fun memories. “Music is a language without words, it speaks in only profound emotion and true expression.”
Born and raised in El Sereno, Los Angeles, CA, Sergio Segura has been a musician since theage of 13. Originally a pianist, he found his passion lied in drums, specifically Latin percussion drums. Following his musical passion, Sergio went on to receive his Bachelor of Music at Cal Poly Pomona and his Masters at Cal State LA with an emphasis in Afro Latin Music, where he studied under legendary Cuban drummer -Calixto Oviedo- learning the fundamentals of Cuban music such as son, danzon, cha cha’s rumba and others. Since graduating, Sergio has been performing with various bands and artists. As of recent he has performed with Colombian cumbia artist Yeison Landero at the Hollywood Bowl and The Ford. He has also opened and shared the stage with the likes of Elvis Crespo, La Sonora Dinamita, Grupo Sonador among others at festivals such as Besame Mucho. Growing up first generation Mexican in a disadvantaged community, Sergio understands the value of having spaces for children and adults to express their artistic side through music. Sergio believes in giving back to his community by sharing his knowledge. He currently continues to gig throughout the U.S. and enjoys teaching and improving his own skills. “Music is lifelong. There is never an end point and there’s always something new to learn.” “Drumming is the extension of our feelings. Everyone should have access to resources and spaces to express themselves, regardless of the environment theygrow up in.”
Lets help keep each other healthy please stay home if you have any flu like or COVID symptoms.
Check our calendar at artinthepark.org for updates
Questions email info@artintheparkla.org

No Latin Jazz Sessions
2025-11-27 16:30 - 18:00
We will return next week (check site for updates)
Sign up here!
This weekly community band is an introduction to the many popular Latin styles of music from slow and intimate cha cha and boleros to fast paced and high energy salsa, cumbia, and merengue. Join us for an eventful start to the first installment of the Latin Jazz Sessions at Art in the Park, and surprise yourself with how much you could learn in just a few weeks! Sheet music and basic drumming pattern worksheets will be readily available every week. Everyone is free to join this program, though some musical experience will greatly help in familiarizing patterns and learning songs. Art in the Park has drums and some instruments available for use, too, so don’t be shy – stop by and try it out for yourself.
Matthew Hernandez is a proud community arts advocate that has dedicated his work to the enrichment of cultural celebration and literacy through music. Understanding how music shapes and reflects cultural awareness and ambitions, he recognizes the influence that music has over large groups of individuals that share a common ground in beliefs and expression. The main goal for Matthew is to bring those people together to share the same physical space and strengthen bonds through experiencing the ultimate form of expression that creative outlets, like music, allow. Being a source for bringing the community together brings him all the joy in the world, whether it’s through live performance, group teaching, volunteer work, or even just casual conversation with neighbors and friends. He currently studies at the Herb Alpert Music Center’s Applied Music Program at Los Angeles City College and has built a reputation for being the musical coordinator and saxophonist for salsa and latin jazz band, Timba Tumbao. With his band, he’s performed all across SoCal, delivering a fun and high energy live latin dance show. He loves what he does because he gets the opportunity to connect with so many amazing communities and share an inclusive experience full of dancing, smiles, and fun memories. “Music is a language without words, it speaks in only profound emotion and true expression.”
Born and raised in El Sereno, Los Angeles, CA, Sergio Segura has been a musician since theage of 13. Originally a pianist, he found his passion lied in drums, specifically Latin percussion drums. Following his musical passion, Sergio went on to receive his Bachelor of Music at Cal Poly Pomona and his Masters at Cal State LA with an emphasis in Afro Latin Music, where he studied under legendary Cuban drummer -Calixto Oviedo- learning the fundamentals of Cuban music such as son, danzon, cha cha’s rumba and others. Since graduating, Sergio has been performing with various bands and artists. As of recent he has performed with Colombian cumbia artist Yeison Landero at the Hollywood Bowl and The Ford. He has also opened and shared the stage with the likes of Elvis Crespo, La Sonora Dinamita, Grupo Sonador among others at festivals such as Besame Mucho. Growing up first generation Mexican in a disadvantaged community, Sergio understands the value of having spaces for children and adults to express their artistic side through music. Sergio believes in giving back to his community by sharing his knowledge. He currently continues to gig throughout the U.S. and enjoys teaching and improving his own skills. “Music is lifelong. There is never an end point and there’s always something new to learn.” “Drumming is the extension of our feelings. Everyone should have access to resources and spaces to express themselves, regardless of the environment theygrow up in.”
Lets help keep each other healthy please stay home if you have any flu like or COVID symptoms.
check our calendar at artinthepark.org for updates
Questions email info@artintheparkla.org

No Community Arts
2025-11-29 11:00 - 13:00
No Community Arts
We will return next week
Community Arts is held outside in Hermon Park most Saturdays. Join us in exploring the arts, from puppets to painting.

Most Saturdays from 11 am–1pm
Free, all ages
Community Arts is held outside in Hermon Park most Saturdays. Join us in exploring the arts, from puppets to painting.
Let’s keep each other healthy, please stay home if you feel unwell or have any potential Covid symptoms. If the weather is extreme due to high heat or rain, Community Arts will be canceled.

No Community Band
2025-11-29 11:00 - 13:00
NO COMMUNITY BAND IN THE PARK

We are off today but will be back next week!

Community Band at Hermon Park is held outside in the park each Saturday, as a series of creative musical sessions and concerts directed by Logan Hone. Musicians of all skill levels, ages, & backgrounds are invited to join the band in learning an eclectic mix of music, including jazz, latin, folk, & original material. Participation is FREE. Bring your instrument and water. Percussion instruments are provided.
When: Most Saturdays, 11am-1pm
January 20th – December 14th, 2024
Check IG @artintheparkla for updates
Where: Hermon Park, 5568 Via Marisol, LA, CA 90042
(next to the Art in the Park building near far tennis courts)
Questions? Feel free to contact Logan at loganhone@gmail.com or info@artintheparkla.org
Community Band is made possible through a partnership between Art in the Park and Neighborhood Music school.
Heath and Safety:

The Community Band will be held outside on days with good weather. On days with excessive heat or rain, the Community Band will be held indoors. AITP is guided by the City of LA on Covid protocols. Please check our website for updated info.
Please stay home if you feel unwell or have any potential covid-related symptoms.

AITP is a partner site of the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.

Print a Planet!
2025-12-06 11:00 - 13:00
As part of the Planetary Resonance exhibition, visitors of all ages can create their own planet prints using our portable Provisional Presses. Pick a planet, ink it up, and pull a unique cosmic creation to take home! No experience needed — just come and have fun exploring the planets through print.

Thorne Street Parlour staged reading - DOUBLE FEATURE!
2025-12-07 13:00 - 2026-12-07 15:30
Sunday, December 7, 2025
PLAY READING by THORNE STREET PARLOUR
DOUBLE FEATURE! – for our final reading of 2025, we offer two one-acts, showcasing
the writing talents of two members of our stalwart TSP team! Flight of Fancy, by Adam David Green: a postmodern farce that explores the perils of the creative process and asks the question: If you had a choice, would you choose honesty with yourself over your artistic dreams? Flights is as bizarre as it is heartbreaking and is, perhaps, (occasionally) theatrical. (First staged in Hollywood in 2019 Hollywood Fringe). Long Story Short, by Sean Spence: In a sleepy Los Angeles café just before dawn, a group of regulars — a Gen-Alpha barista, a disillusioned writer, a heartbroken husband, a fading actress, and a man without a home — collide over coffee, dreams, and disappointments. With a little sarcasm and amoderate amount of caffeine, they uncover the humor, hope, and heartbreak of searching for meaning in a city built on dreams.
RSVP here
All Readings Begin at 1:00pm Paci
Thorne Street Parlour readings are suppored though a Neighborhood Purpose Grant from The Hermon Neighborhood Council.
Thorne Street Parlous has been in existence for over 10 years – a groupof theatre-loving friends, gathering together to read greatscripts. For 10 years we presented an annual season of readings, initially in our parlour on Thorne Street, and then via Zoom during COVID. With the parlour currently under renovation, we’ve chosen to expand for 2025 and present our readings to a larger audience. Operating under the auspices of the Highland Park Heritage Trust, and with a generous Neighborhood Purpose Grant from the Hermon Neighborhood Council, we are very pleased to present our slate of performances for this year – all readings take place at Art in The Park in Hermon, CA. These readings are free and open to the public, with a light reception to follow. The favor of an RSVP is requested to that we can have an accurate headcount – we hope you can join us for these afternoons of great theatre! – jj Jackman & Sara Stuckey, Founders, Thorne Street Parlour
rsvp to: thornestreetparlour@gmail.com

Europa Clipper Mission: Exploring Jupiter’s Ocean Moon
2025-12-14 14:00 - 15:00
Presentation by Stefano Campagnola, JPL/NASA
Join aerospace engineer Stefano Campagnola for an engaging presentation on NASA’s upcoming Europa Clipper Mission, which will explore Europa, one of Jupiter’s icy moons believed to conceal a vast ocean beneath its frozen surface. The mission will study Europa’s composition, geology, and magnetic environment to better understand whether the conditions beneath the ice could support life. Campagnola will also share insights into the mission’s advanced robotics and scientific instruments that will make this exploration possible.
This event is part of Leslie Ross-Robertson’s Planetary Resonance exhibition.

No Beginning Guitar for Elder Adults
2025-12-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-24 10:00 - 11:00
NO CLASS – We will return next year
email rafael.bustamante@artintheparkla.org for new student availability

Wednesdays 10am – 11am

(check instagram for updates)

With Teaching Artist Rafael Bustamante

Made possible by a grant from the Hermon Neighborhood Council

This guitar class is designed with complete beginners in mind. We will discuss/learn basic principles of music and skills for playing notes/chords on the guitar. We will share our experience and love/excitement for music and learn to bring that to life through the guitar.

Rafael is a multiinstrumentalist, songwriter and performing artist born and raised in Los Angeles. He has performed as a soloist and with many ensembles over the last two decades. Rafael continues to share his passion for music and performance working with Neighborhood Music school and Art in The Park.

Lets help keep each other healthy please stay home if you have any flu like or COVID symptoms. Questions email info@artintheparkla.org

No Latin Percussion Lab
2025-12-18 15:30 - 16:15
We will return next year! (check site for updates)
This workshop happens in partnership with Neighborhood Music School
Latin Percussion Lab
Sign up here!
This program is designed to introduce basic rhythms and counting exercises for students through the use of hand percussion and Afro-Latin drumming techniques. Students will have a chance to learn all about essential elements in Latin music like clave, tumbao, and basic conga tones. There will be an introduction to different types of instruments each week as well as a song of the week by various salsa and cha cha icons. This will be a very fun and engaging drumming course.
Matthew Hernandez is a proud community arts advocate that has dedicated his work to the enrichment of cultural celebration and literacy through music. Understanding how music shapes and reflects cultural awareness and ambitions, he recognizes the influence that music has over large groups of individuals that share a common ground in beliefs and expression. The main goal for Matthew is to bring those people together to share the same physical space and strengthen bonds through experiencing the ultimate form of expression that creative outlets, like music, allow. Being a source for bringing the community together brings him all the joy in the world, whether it’s through live performance, group teaching, volunteer work, or even just casual conversation with neighbors and friends. He currently studies at the Herb Alpert Music Center’s Applied Music Program at Los Angeles City College and has built a reputation for being the musical coordinator and saxophonist for salsa and latin jazz band, Timba Tumbao. With his band, he’s performed all across SoCal, delivering a fun and high energy live latin dance show. He loves what he does because he gets the opportunity to connect with so many amazing communities and share an inclusive experience full of dancing, smiles, and fun memories. “Music is a language without words, it speaks in only profound emotion and true expression.”
Born and raised in El Sereno, Los Angeles, CA, Sergio Segura has been a musician since theage of 13. Originally a pianist, he found his passion lied in drums, specifically Latin percussion drums. Following his musical passion, Sergio went on to receive his Bachelor of Music at Cal Poly Pomona and his Masters at Cal State LA with an emphasis in Afro Latin Music, where he studied under legendary Cuban drummer -Calixto Oviedo- learning the fundamentals of Cuban music such as son, danzon, cha cha’s rumba and others. Since graduating, Sergio has been performing with various bands and artists. As of recent he has performed with Colombian cumbia artist Yeison Landero at the Hollywood Bowl and The Ford. He has also opened and shared the stage with the likes of Elvis Crespo, La Sonora Dinamita, Grupo Sonador among others at festivals such as Besame Mucho. Growing up first generation Mexican in a disadvantaged community, Sergio understands the value of having spaces for children and adults to express their artistic side through music. Sergio believes in giving back to his community by sharing his knowledge. He currently continues to gig throughout the U.S. and enjoys teaching and improving his own skills. “Music is lifelong. There is never an end point and there’s always something new to learn.” “Drumming is the extension of our feelings. Everyone should have access to resources and spaces to express themselves, regardless of the environment theygrow up in.”
Lets help keep each other healthy please stay home if you have any flu like or COVID symptoms.
Check our calendar at artinthepark.org for updates
Questions email info@artintheparkla.org

No Latin Jazz Sessions
2025-12-18 16:30 - 18:00
We will return next year (check site for updates)
Sign up here!
This weekly community band is an introduction to the many popular Latin styles of music from slow and intimate cha cha and boleros to fast paced and high energy salsa, cumbia, and merengue. Join us for an eventful start to the first installment of the Latin Jazz Sessions at Art in the Park, and surprise yourself with how much you could learn in just a few weeks! Sheet music and basic drumming pattern worksheets will be readily available every week. Everyone is free to join this program, though some musical experience will greatly help in familiarizing patterns and learning songs. Art in the Park has drums and some instruments available for use, too, so don’t be shy – stop by and try it out for yourself.
Matthew Hernandez is a proud community arts advocate that has dedicated his work to the enrichment of cultural celebration and literacy through music. Understanding how music shapes and reflects cultural awareness and ambitions, he recognizes the influence that music has over large groups of individuals that share a common ground in beliefs and expression. The main goal for Matthew is to bring those people together to share the same physical space and strengthen bonds through experiencing the ultimate form of expression that creative outlets, like music, allow. Being a source for bringing the community together brings him all the joy in the world, whether it’s through live performance, group teaching, volunteer work, or even just casual conversation with neighbors and friends. He currently studies at the Herb Alpert Music Center’s Applied Music Program at Los Angeles City College and has built a reputation for being the musical coordinator and saxophonist for salsa and latin jazz band, Timba Tumbao. With his band, he’s performed all across SoCal, delivering a fun and high energy live latin dance show. He loves what he does because he gets the opportunity to connect with so many amazing communities and share an inclusive experience full of dancing, smiles, and fun memories. “Music is a language without words, it speaks in only profound emotion and true expression.”
Born and raised in El Sereno, Los Angeles, CA, Sergio Segura has been a musician since theage of 13. Originally a pianist, he found his passion lied in drums, specifically Latin percussion drums. Following his musical passion, Sergio went on to receive his Bachelor of Music at Cal Poly Pomona and his Masters at Cal State LA with an emphasis in Afro Latin Music, where he studied under legendary Cuban drummer -Calixto Oviedo- learning the fundamentals of Cuban music such as son, danzon, cha cha’s rumba and others. Since graduating, Sergio has been performing with various bands and artists. As of recent he has performed with Colombian cumbia artist Yeison Landero at the Hollywood Bowl and The Ford. He has also opened and shared the stage with the likes of Elvis Crespo, La Sonora Dinamita, Grupo Sonador among others at festivals such as Besame Mucho. Growing up first generation Mexican in a disadvantaged community, Sergio understands the value of having spaces for children and adults to express their artistic side through music. Sergio believes in giving back to his community by sharing his knowledge. He currently continues to gig throughout the U.S. and enjoys teaching and improving his own skills. “Music is lifelong. There is never an end point and there’s always something new to learn.” “Drumming is the extension of our feelings. Everyone should have access to resources and spaces to express themselves, regardless of the environment theygrow up in.”
Lets help keep each other healthy please stay home if you have any flu like or COVID symptoms.
check our calendar at artinthepark.org for updates
Questions email info@artintheparkla.org

No Community Arts
2025-12-20 11:00 - 13:00
No Community Arts
We will return next year
Community Arts is held outside in Hermon Park most Saturdays. Join us in exploring the arts, from puppets to painting.

Most Saturdays from 11 am–1pm
Free, all ages
Community Arts is held outside in Hermon Park most Saturdays. Join us in exploring the arts, from puppets to painting.
Let’s keep each other healthy, please stay home if you feel unwell or have any potential Covid symptoms. If the weather is extreme due to high heat or rain, Community Arts will be canceled.

No Community Band
2025-12-20 11:00 - 13:00
NO COMMUNITY BAND IN THE PARK

We are off today but will be back next year!

Community Band at Hermon Park is held outside in the park each Saturday, as a series of creative musical sessions and concerts directed by Logan Hone. Musicians of all skill levels, ages, & backgrounds are invited to join the band in learning an eclectic mix of music, including jazz, latin, folk, & original material. Participation is FREE. Bring your instrument and water. Percussion instruments are provided.
When: Most Saturdays, 11am-1pm
January 20th – December 14th, 2024
Check IG @artintheparkla for updates
Where: Hermon Park, 5568 Via Marisol, LA, CA 90042
(next to the Art in the Park building near far tennis courts)
Questions? Feel free to contact Logan at loganhone@gmail.com or info@artintheparkla.org
Community Band is made possible through a partnership between Art in the Park and Neighborhood Music school.
Heath and Safety:

The Community Band will be held outside on days with good weather. On days with excessive heat or rain, the Community Band will be held indoors. AITP is guided by the City of LA on Covid protocols. Please check our website for updated info.
Please stay home if you feel unwell or have any potential covid-related symptoms.

AITP is a partner site of the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.
