Santa Cruz has always had an incredible music scene — filled with talent, creativity, and independent spirit. What’s often missing isn’t passion, but access: access to mentorship, collaboration, and opportunities that help musicians grow beyond the local stage.

Legends: Live & Local was created to change that.

Through this series, we bring iconic musicians to Santa Cruz to mentor, rehearse, and perform alongside local artists. These are intimate, community-driven experiences that focus on learning, collaboration, and celebrating the music that makes this place special.

New Music January has always been about spotlighting Santa Cruz musicians and sharing new work with a wider audience. This year, we’re using that momentum to help fund Legends: Live & Local and make these mentorship-focused events possible in 2026.

Your donation helps cover:
• Artist fees and travel
• Production and sound
• Location rentals
• Community-accessible programming

Every dollar raised goes directly toward making these eight events in 2026 happen. Whether you give $10 or $250, you’re helping invest in musicians, creativity, and the future of Santa Cruz’s music scene.

Thank you for supporting local music and helping us build something meaningful together.

Support Santa Cruz Musicians - Fuel Legends: Live & Local

Raising funds to bring iconic musicians to Santa Cruz to mentor and perform with local artists.