Music scene · Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley, California, sits in the Santa Cruz Mountains above Monterey Bay. Music in this small city includes school bands, church choirs, and acoustic and rock acts at local cafes. Santa Cruz musicians often drive up the hill for intimate shows and private events.

Venues include the high school auditorium, church fellowship halls, local restaurants, and community center rooms. Santa Cruz offers beachside clubs and larger rooms a short drive down the highway.

Local and regional artists perform here, with musicians from the nearby Santa Cruz scene occasionally passing through.

Join a school ensemble, play open mics at local cafes, or connect with church music groups. Building a broader audience usually means driving down to Santa Cruz or over to San Jose.