Richard Gilewitz
Alvas Showroom1417 W 8th St, Los Angeles 90732
Richard Gilewitz plays a solo instrumental set on 6- and 12-string acoustic guitar, moving through Bach, Beatles, blues and bluegrass with folk and classical touches. His performances also weave in stories.
Originally from Highland Park, Illinois, Gilewitz is a fingerstyle guitarist whose approach combines banjo-like patterns, classical arpeggios and percussive rhythm across Americana, ragtime, pop and other traditions. Creative Loafing called him “a master of moods,” while Scott Verrastro wrote that his acoustic playing “works best in a live setting.”
Alvas Showroom offers a rare chance to experience live music in a setting designed for deep listening and connection. The room seats 99 people in a small amphitheater layout, with chairs angled toward a low stage surrounded by vintage stringed instruments hanging on the walls. Every seat provides an unobstructed view and pristine acoustics, so every note and lyric reaches you clearly. The venue emphasizes artistry, hosting jazz, world music, Americana, and guitar-centric performances that attract musicians who value attentive audiences. There is no food or drink service, but complimentary coffee, tea, and water are available, and you are welcome to bring your own refreshments. Free parking and wheelchair accessibility add to the ease of the visit. The experience is focused on the music itself, making it a perfect evening to slow down and immerse yourself in sound.