BanjerDan: Musician/Entertainer/Storyteller/Teacher
About BanjerDan
About BanjerDan
BanjerDan (Dan Mazer) is a banjo player/multi-instrumentalist based in Santa Cruz, CA. His music is an Americana mix, rooted in straight-ahead Bluegrass and branching out to include folk, country, blues, oldies, and children's music. Available for Performances, Workshops, Lessons and Children's Music and Private Parties.
BIO
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
(All shows are BanjerDan solo unless otherwise noted.)
Tuesday, 2/10/26, 6:00 PM
Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at Sam’s Bar-B-Que, with BanjerDan on mandolin! (Reservations strongly suggested!)
The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers are Robert and Suzanne Cornelius on banjo and bass, with guitarist Alex Mayers and a rotating cast of hot pickers on mandolin and fiddle. Throughout it all they feature fun and spontaneous performances of high-energy Bluegrass and beyond. Requests, audience participation, dancing, joy, laughter, and even tears. Y'all come!”
https://facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers/
“The Carlino Family has been providing Food service to the Santa Clara Valley for over 75 years. Sam's Bar-B-Que is proud to continue the tradition.”
Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, CA 95128; (408) 297-9151 • https://samsbbq.com/
Saturday, 2/28/26, 3:00 PM
The Hub RWC, 2650 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063; thehubrwc.com/
“The Hub RWC was started with the vision of it being a venue for both work and play - cafe and shared workspace during the day/live entertainment, bar and venue for hire at night. We have a capacity in excess of 200 across two floors of our 1930’s character brick building, plus a large outdoor patio area. Plus, we offer a unique, New Zealand-inspired food menu!”
Thursday, 3/5/26, 7:00 PM
"Java Jam" at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company
I'll be playing mandolin for the "Java Jam" at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company!
The Java Jam is an invitational jam session that takes place at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Both amateur and professional Bluegrass musicians submit their names and respective instruments, and an algorithm puts together a different “band” each week!
The lineup for March 5th is:
Guitar: Suzanne Cornelius
Banjo: Scott Bailey
Mandolin: Dan Mazer (BanjerDan)
Fiddle: David Bernard
Bass: Mahlon Aldridge
To learn more about the “Java Jam” and other invitational Bluegrass events in the Bay Area, check out: http://jambot.org/
Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company, 101 W. Main St., Los Gatos, CA 95030; (408) 354-3263 • lgcrc.com/
"LOS GATOS COFFEE ROASTING COMPANY has been specializing in sourcing and roasting the finest coffees of the world since its inception in 1982. Additionally, the coffeehouse is known as the central gathering place for locals to enjoy coffee, conversation and camaraderie.
"As an independent craft roaster pioneering in the specialty coffee industry, Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company is known for setting high-quality standards with its award-winning coffees. In addition, the coffeehouse features award winning local mountain wines, craft beers and live music and entertainment on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings from 7pm to 9pm."
Tuesday, 3/10/26, 6:00 PM
Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at Sam’s Bar-B-Que, with BanjerDan on mandolin! (Reservations strongly suggested!)
The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers are Robert and Suzanne Cornelius on banjo and bass, with guitarist Alex Mayers and a rotating cast of hot pickers on mandolin and fiddle. Throughout it all they feature fun and spontaneous performances of high-energy Bluegrass and beyond. Requests, audience participation, dancing, joy, laughter, and even tears. Y'all come!”
https://facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers/
“The Carlino Family has been providing Food service to the Santa Clara Valley for over 75 years. Sam's Bar-B-Que is proud to continue the tradition.”
Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, CA 95128; (408) 297-9151 • https://samsbbq.com/
Saturday, 3/14/26, 9:00 AM
Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at Saratoga Farmers Market (BanjerDan on mandolin)
The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at The Saratoga Farmers’ Market, Saratoga, CA (BanjerDan on mandolin)!
The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers are Robert and Suzanne Cornelius on banjo and bass, with guitarist Alex Mayers and a rotating cast of hot pickers on mandolin and fiddle. Throughout it all they feature fun and spontaneous performances of high-energy Bluegrass and beyond. Requests, audience participation, dancing, joy, laughter, and even tears. Y'all come!”
https://facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers/
Saratoga Farmers’ Market, West Valley College, Parking Lot 3, Fruitvale Ave & Career Way, Saratoga, CA 95070
“Held at West Valley Community College, the Saratoga Certified Farmers’ Market offers seasonal fruits and vegetables from Santa Clara County year-round in the parking lot.”
http://cafarmersmkts.com/saratoga-farmers-market/
Saturday, 3/14/26, 7:00 PM
Event by Bobby Musgrave Presents
https://instagram.com/bobby_musgravepresents/
Drake’s Barrel House, 1933 Davis St. #177, San Leandro, CA 94577; 510-568-2739 • https://drinkdrakes.com/places/barrel-house/
Sunday, 3/15/26, 9:00 AM
Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at Los Gatos Farmers Market (BanjerDan on mandolin)
“The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers are Robert and Suzanne Cornelius on banjo and bass, with guitarist Alex Mayers and a rotating cast of hot pickers on mandolin and fiddle. Throughout it all they feature fun and spontaneous performances of high-energy Bluegrass and beyond. Requests, audience participation, dancing, joy, laughter, and even tears. Y'all come!”
https://facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers/
Los Gatos Certified Farmers’ Market, Town Park Plaza, Main Street & N. Los Gatos Ave., Los Gatos, CA 95033
“Held in Downtown Los Gatos at the Town Park Plaza on Main Street & N. Santa Cruz Avenue, the Los Gatos Certified Farmers’ Market offers seasonal fruits and vegetables from Santa Clara County year-round.”
http://cafarmersmkts.com/losgatos-farmers-market/
Saturday, 3/21/26, 5:00 PM
“Just Love & Hope” Fundraiser at The Stagecoach Inn!
The Bumblebee Foundation presents "Just Love & Hope," a fundraiser to combat pediatric cancer.
The Bumblebee Foundation: 805.374.2124 • https://bumblebeefoundation.org/western-fundraiser/
“Join us for an unforgettable western-themed evening in support of the BumbleBee Foundation.
"Proudly presented by Ten-K Enterprises and Michael Landon’s Casting Director, Susan McCray, this special fundraiser brings together community, connection, and purpose—all while raising funds for the children and families we serve.”
Entertainment by The Fort Worth West Band, The Satin Dollz, and BanjerDan
Tickets: $100.00 each / https://bumblebeefoundationcom.ludus.com/index.php
The Stagecoach Inn & Museum, 51 S Ventu Park Rd,., Newbury Park, CA 91320
Sunday, 3/22/26, 9:00 AM
Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at Oakridge Mall Farmers' Market, with BanjerDan on mandolin!
The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers are Robert and Suzanne Cornelius on banjo and bass, with guitarist Alex Mayers and a rotating cast of hot pickers on mandolin and fiddle. Throughout it all they feature fun and spontaneous performances of high-energy Bluegrass and beyond. Requests, audience participation, dancing, joy, laughter, and even tears. Y'all come!”
https://facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers/
"Formerly known as the Blossom Hill Farmers' Market, Farmers' Market at Westfield Oakridge has served the Blossom Hill neighborhood for 17 years, from 9am –1pm, Year-round. With over 40 growers and food producers at peak season, this community market hosts many local Santa Clara growers’ bountiful harvest. This year several local organic growers joined the farmers' market. The market has public transportation access."
Westfield Oakridge Mall, 925 Blossom Hill Road San Jose CA 95123-1294
408.578.2912
http://cafarmersmkts.com/farmers-market-westfield-oakridge/
Friday, 3/27/26, 5:00 PM
Anderson Valley Brewing Co., 17700 Boonville Rd., Boonville, CA 95415; (707) 895-2337 • avbc.com/
“Since 1987, Anderson Valley Brewing Company has been hand-crafting authentic ales and lagers with balance, complexity, and a passion for sustainable brewing practices.”
Saturday, 3/28/26, 7:30 PM
Willits Community Theatre and Performing Arts Center, 37 W Van Ln., Willits, CA 95490; (707) 216-1826 • http://wctperformingartscenter.org/
“From humble beginnings in 1977, WCT has developed into a well-established organization, presenting live theater throughout the year…. As a community resource, WCT serves as a venue for concerts, dance performances and community events.”
Sunday, 3/29/26, 3:00 PM
Tall Guy Brewing Co., 362 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg CA 95437; 707-964-9132 • tallguybrewing.beer/
“If you want the beer, you gotta get it here!”
Monday, 3/30/26, 5:30 PM
Schmidt's House of Jambalaya, 110 Anchor Way, Crescent City, CA 95531; (707) 465-1465 • jambalaya.house
“Our beach-side New Orleans style bistro features exquisite Cajun & Creole cuisine with the best views on the coast.”
Tuesday, 3/31/26, 6:00 PM
Redwood Curtain Brewing Co., Myrtletown Taproom, 1595 Myrtle Avenue, Suite B, Eureka, CA 95501; (707) 269-7143• redwoodcurtainbrewing.com/
"We are devoted to brewing multi-dimensional hand crafted ales and lagers for beer lovers of all types.
We trust that our craft beer and brewing techniques convey our philosophies concerning family, friends, community, education, and living life to its fullest.”
Saturday, 4/4/26, 7:00 PM
Watermelon Music / The Melon Ball, ATTN: Brian Aguilar, 1970 Lake Blvd, Suite 1, Davis, CA 95616; watermelonmusic. com/
Tuesday, 4/7/26, 6:00 PM
Napa Palisades Saloon, 1000 Main St. #100, Napa, CA 94559; (707) 492-3399 • napapalisades.com/
“We are a casual sports bar and eatery located on the corner of First and Main Street in Downtown Napa. Come enjoy over 40 craft beers on tap, 16 big screen TVs, and classic American comfort food.”
Tuesday, 4/14/26, 6:00 PM
Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at Sam’s Bar-B-Que, with BanjerDan on mandolin! (Reservations strongly suggested!)
The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers are Robert and Suzanne Cornelius on banjo and bass, with guitarist Alex Mayers and a rotating cast of hot pickers on mandolin and fiddle. Throughout it all they feature fun and spontaneous performances of high-energy Bluegrass and beyond. Requests, audience participation, dancing, joy, laughter, and even tears. Y'all come!”
https://facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers/
“The Carlino Family has been providing Food service to the Santa Clara Valley for over 75 years. Sam's Bar-B-Que is proud to continue the tradition.”
Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, CA 95128; (408) 297-9151 • https://samsbbq.com/
Friday, 4/24/26, 5:00 PM
Neighborhood Pizza Guy / CAFE Zoë, 1929 Menalto Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025; 650-322-1926 • cafezoehub.com/ • neighborhood.pizza/
“From the beginning, Café Zoë has always sought to be an “extension of your living room,” from the cozy environment and comfy chairs to the friendly, engaging baristas. We’re not your average modern hipster coffee shop. There is a lot of artwork and posters on the walls, eclectic jewelry on display from local artists, and a generally “at home” kind of vibe. We have always kept our prices low with quality and quantity high.”
Sunday-Wednesday, 4/26-29/26
Rivertunes Spring 2026 JAMboree, Dixon, CA
Registration is now open for the Spring 2026 JAMboree Music Camp!
I'm honored to have been invited to teach music again at Joe, Pamella, and Hattie Craven’s Spring JAMboree 2026! The dates are April 26th-29th, 2026, at the beautiful Ruhstaller Farm in Dixon, CA.
“RiverTunes JAMboree Spring 2026 is 4-day Music JAM campout at Northern California’s premiere “Beer Farm” just outside of the town of Dixon. Ruhstaller is a working farm that grows their own hops, then brews, and pours a wide variety of beers…all on their 47-acre spread. Free-range sheep, chickens, live roots, folk & world music, and dogs with their well-behaved humans, are all welcome!”
Ruhstaller Farm, 6686 Sievers Rd., Dixon, CA 95620
https://facebook.com/rivertunes/
5/2/26, 7:00 PM
Over the Hill Gang Saloon, 3530 Portola Dr., Santa Cruz, CA 95062; (831) 476-3679 • https://facebook.com/petcir/
“Country Western Atmosphere Saloon all types of live Music and Entertainment! Great selection of draft beer local breweries!!”
Friday, 5/8/26, 7:00 PM
The Game Room, 14888 Peaceful Valley Rd., Sonora, CA 95370; sonoragameroom.com/ • (209) 536-4390
“The Game Room’s purpose is to provide a place that reminds us that the world can be a playground to create and enjoy. Our philosophy is to have a neutral space in the community for all to come together, without discrimination, and with equal consideration for everyone. We strive to make our services affordable for all demographics to have a place of value. Our business is structured like a “sandbox”, where the community can come together to play and interact. Our amenities are easily rearranged to accommodate a wide variety of events such as parties, weddings, craft fairs, concerts, game nights, fundraisers, and other private or community events.”
Tuesday, 5/12/26, 6:00 PM
Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at Sam’s Bar-B-Que, with BanjerDan on mandolin! (Reservations strongly suggested!)
The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers are Robert and Suzanne Cornelius on banjo and bass, with guitarist Alex Mayers and a rotating cast of hot pickers on mandolin and fiddle. Throughout it all they feature fun and spontaneous performances of high-energy Bluegrass and beyond. Requests, audience participation, dancing, joy, laughter, and even tears. Y'all come!”
https://facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers/
“The Carlino Family has been providing Food service to the Santa Clara Valley for over 75 years. Sam's Bar-B-Que is proud to continue the tradition.”
Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, CA 95128; (408) 297-9151 • https://samsbbq.com/
Friday, 5/15/26, 4:00 PM
Winters Tavern, 1522 Francisco Blvd., Pacifica, CA 94044; (650) 355-6162 • http://winterstavern.com/
"Winters Tavern is a family run business that is dedicated to making sure our greater Pacifica community can enjoy a delicious craft cocktail, extensive beer selection, and live music in a friendly and welcoming environment. Just a short distance away from the beach, our Winters is proud to be a cross between a neighborhood tavern and an old west saloon.”
Saturday, 5/16/26, 5:30 PM
The Porch Cafe, 22322 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA 93453; 805-438-3376 • theporchcafe.com/
“Our business is all about our community. We have been called Santa Margarita’s living room by a local, and that meant everything to us. To some it is a coffee shop with wifi and few but focused breakfast offerings. To others it is their daily lunch ritual. For some it is their afterwork watering hole. For others yet, it is a meeting place, whether to discuss business or gather with friends and family.”
Saturday, 5/23/26, 9:00 AM
Two Day Town Festival, Livermore, CA
I’m thrilled to be invited to perform at Two Day Town! I’ll be the first performer on the Dining Hall Stage for a breakfast set on Saturday morning.
Two Day Town, Rancho Los Mochos, 18450 Mines Rd., Livermore, CA 94550; (510) 421-0722 • twodaytown.com/ • facebook.com/tdtdelvalle/
“Celebrate Memorial Day weekend at Two Day Town 2026. Music, camping, and a fœamily friendly vibe all weekend. Bring a tent, gather your people, and enjoy days by the water with good food, open space, and a relaxed crowd. The lineup will keep the energy steady from morning through the evening, and the campground will stay lively with families enjoying the long weekend. Tickets now on sale!
Leave No Trace Family Camping and Community Music
Pioneered by Two Day Town for 25 years at Lake Del Valle in Livermore, California. A full weekend of concerts, great campfire jamming everywhere and kid activities, all during the Memorial weekend in May at Los Mochos!”
Saturday, 5/23/26, 8:00 PM
Eric Burman’s Brookdale Bluegrass Band at Pick and Gather Festival, Livingston, CA (BanjerDan on banjo)
Riverdance Organic Farms, 12230 Livingston Cressey Road Livingston, CA 95334, (Farm Gate ~ 1/2 mile NE across from 11801), Livingston, CA 95334
https://facebook.com/riverdancefarmsorganics/
“Our certified organic farm is nestled along the beautiful Merced River. We grow a wide range of fruits, nuts and vegetables. We are the home of the annual Pick & Gather Festival that includes u-pick crops, camping, music, art, and river activities.”
Saturday, 6/13/26, 3:00 PM
Winters Tavern, 1522 Francisco Blvd., Pacifica, CA 94044; (650) 355-6162 • http://winterstavern.com/
"Winters Tavern is a family run business that is dedicated to making sure our greater Pacifica community can enjoy a delicious craft cocktail, extensive beer selection, and live music in a friendly and welcoming environment. Just a short distance away from the beach, our Winters is proud to be a cross between a neighborhood tavern and an old west saloon."