Music scene · Ben Lomond

Ben Lomond, CA, is a small Santa Cruz Mountains community where music grows from school bands, church choirs, and cafe acoustic sets at local bars. Redwood setting gives the town a relaxed, artsy mountain character. Musicians from the Santa Cruz area often drive up the mountain for small gigs.

In Ben Lomond, live music happens at local bar and restaurant patios, the community center, church fellowship halls, the high school auditorium, and park pavilions. Rooms are small and community-focused. Touring concerts remain in Santa Cruz.

No famous artists are from Ben Lomond; local and regional players perform here, while Santa Cruz musicians sometimes stop by.

Aspiring musicians in Ben Lomond should join the high school band, a church choir, or a local open mic night. Cafe open mics and school music programs suit acoustic and indie players. Driving to Santa Cruz is the next step for bigger gigs while building a local audience.