Open Embrace

03/10/2026

Lena Grozman's student Liliana Chai with a stylish and emotional performance.

Liliana Chai age 16 Pizzolla Tango Night Club 1960Outstanding, passionate and emotional performance of famous Argentinian composer Astor Pizzolla with a powe...

11/21/2024

Claudia Villela; vocals, piano, percussion, Jeff Buenz, guitars; Gary Meek, saxes, flutes, melodica; Celso Alberti , drums and percussion and Gary Brown, bass

11/21/2024

We’re thrilled to share with you some magical moments from our recent house concert featuring the phenomenal Claudia Villela and her quintet! It was an evening of extraordinary talent, passion, and unforgettable music.
See below for some clips and highlights from the show for you to enjoy and relive the magic.
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https://youtu.be/-pLAkYF-_W0
https://youtu.be/G20D92A_Lsk
https://youtu.be/Y6PRQ-3mi3g
https://youtu.be/3OKTSIUi6QI
https://youtu.be/1slSwpJpuF4

Claudia Villela; vocals, piano, percussion, Jeff Buenz, guitars; Gary Meek, saxes, flutes, melodica; Celso Alberti , drums and percussion and Gary Brown, bass

11/12/2024

https://youtu.be/1slSwpJpuF4?si=zGdBVxQ3H5-eU9BV
Very unique presentation of Brazilain style scatting .
Fun to listen…

Claudia Villela; vocals, piano, percussion, Jeff Buenz, guitars; Gary Meek, saxes, flutes, melodica; Celso Alberti , drums and percussion and Gary Brown, bass

11/12/2024

https://youtu.be/G20D92A_Lsk?si=N-QD2xkYRRGaVIRB
Highlights of recent and the most memorable performance at Open Embrace House.

Claudia Villela; vocals, piano, percussion, Jeff Buenz, guitars; Gary Meek, saxes, flutes, melodica; Celso Alberti , drums and percussion and Gary Brown, bass

09/19/2024

Here are some clips form our sold out show with talented group San Lyon on August 18, 2024. Look out for our next show on October 27 with the internationally known Brazilian SingerSongwriterPianst Claudia Villela.
https://youtu.be/ugpfsTCYuLc
https://youtu.be/RVOqovHp5-8
https://youtu.be/svVvg4Bt984

San Lyon at Sold Out Open Embrace House August 18, 2024 Original Composition "Starry Eyed" (San Lyon 2023)

08/20/2024

Sold out concert at Open Embrace in Cupertino yesterday! What a beautiful and enthusiastic audience! We had the best time. Here we are with our wonderful hosts, Lena and Danny 😊🎶

08/15/2024

Dear Friends of Open Embrace,
We would like to clear up a little confusion: The number of people Facebook shows as "going" or "interested" in our events doesn't always reflect the actual turnout at our shows. We have the capacity to host up to 70 guests, and we're thrilled to say that most of our shows approach that limit! 🎉
To ensure you never miss out on our upcoming events, please email us at [email protected] to be added to our private notification list. Stay in the loop and join us for an evening of incredible music and community!
Thank you for your continued support. We can’t wait to see you at the next show!

07/31/2024

Lena's students Bryan Tian age 15 and Liliana Chai accompanist, brilliantly commemorating the 100th anniversary of the premier of Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue. Set aside time to listen to the whole video to fully appreciate the many exciting masterfully played parts.

Bryan Tian age 15 Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue Concerto Version for 2 Pianos Liliana Chai accompanist Brilliantly commemorating the 100th anniversary of the pr...

07/17/2024

Listen to all the amazing improvs by each accomplished musician on this old standard "Along Came Betty" at our last concert

Harvey Wainapel Quartet at Open Embrace House June 23, 2024 Playing "Along Came Betty"