The Crooked Path
A Music Sanctuary at the center of Los Olivos (2885 Grand Ave)
It is about the music.
The Crooked Path is the home of Karen Seeley – open occasionally during spring, summer and fall on Saturdays and Sundays for music performances by local bands and artists. Â There is usually no charge to enter, stay, exhale or listen – but since we rely on tips and donations to keep the music going, kindly support us when you can.
Visitors are free to bring food and drink for themselves. Four-leggeds and/or children on leash are also welome.
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Walk-in during Weekends
The Crooked Path is the home & Music Sanctuary of Karen Sealey and a place of renewal and inspiration. It is not a business, not a shop, not a winemaker, nor seller of time-shares. We offer a peaceful setting on occasion and extraordinary music performed by gifted performers.
For 15 years we were open to the public on weekends hosted by Bent Myggen, Danish singer/songwriter and suppored by Linda Hance and Karen Seeley. We had many, many great gatherings and performances by local bands, players and house-band “The Visionears” (Grace Feldmann/Drums, Ronn Cobb/Keyboards-Hamond B3, Luke Sunquist/Guitar, Kurt Kummerfelt, Bass, Yves Bajulaz/Sax – and Bent Myggen). Hear the live recordings here or see videos (above) on this page. During Covid we stubbornly kept open (outdoors), but today and for the time being we are only open on occasion or for private events – see our FaceBook for notices of performances.
Original Music:
Bands and performers coming to The Crooked Path play R&B, Reggae, Indie-Rock, Rock, Americana, Blues – all in all beautiful music.
Kids & Dogs
The Crooked Path welcomes guests with young humans and four-legged beings. At times things have gotten a little out of hand with dog-derbies, so we ask to keep yours leashed. Â Kids listening, dancing is fine, while running wild is much better in the park next door.
Contributions
Music is a gift, but contributions make the music possible. The Crooked Path is a sanctuary and does not sell anything. Instead, we are grateful when our guests leave offerings in the contribution-boxes (or Venmo).
From Bent Myggen:
Music has been part every tribe, religion and civilization in all of human history. Today the sound of music (recorded music) is everywhere, but the spirit of music only exists when the music is live. Music connects and heals us all – and the more we are that listen, the greater is the music.
What people say
From the Crooked Path Guest Book:
 Just what I needed this Sunday. Never have I seen such a hospitable and welcoming place. Hard to imagine in this world of today. Many, many thanks.
Maggie & James
Love your music!!! Perfect way to spend the time listening to your cool tunes and enjoying the vibe.
Petra.
Much better than Cold Springs Tavern! Great music and relaxing atmosphere.
Bob and Val
Wow! Great times. Thanks.
Steve and Sandy
Another lovely afternoon in your marvelous sanctuary. Thank you so much!
Wendy
Awesome sounds – both instrumental & vocals – Thanks!
Holly
Your music is amazing! Better than Eric Clapton.
Dominic
Thank you for sharing your gift and a touch of your soul. Beautiful!
DeeDee
Wow wow wow! What a delightful surprise to drive by and hear your music! Had to stop and visit for a while. Thanks!
Mannalea
Bent – your music brought tears to my eyes. Your voice and lyrics are so beautiful. This sanctuary you have built makes me happy. Thank you for your creativity. It was much appreciated by us.
Matt & Perry
Dropping by on our way home to LA. Such an unexpected gem! Keep being a beautiful sanctuary!
Liz
Your talent is amazing!!!!
Beodriz and Jeff
The Crooked Path you moved us with your music and welcoming energy. What an amazing venue. Brought us so much joy! You are amazing! Thank you for touching our souls!
Sandra
Your ability to draw us in from the street with your amazing talent is something very special.
Lori, Bek & /Cliff
Thanks for the moment of beauty & sharing your art & love of music.
Matt & Vicki
What a perfect place to spend an afternoon. Great atmosphere. Lovely songs & just overall fabulous. Thank you!
Barbara
This is such a special place. I am so thankful thing like this still exist. It’s grounding and brings people back to the moment. I can’t wait to spend more weekends listening to your amazing music. Thank you.
Linda
Info for performers about playing at TCP
We say, If you can listen, you can play
Players, singers, combos & bands are welcome to contact us and possibly schedule a performence, or sitting-in at The Crooked Path.  For groups/bands we are particularly interested in original music with a gentle, style of performance.  Jazz, folk, indie-rock, funk, R&B, reggae is spoken here and we are open for musical co-creation. Text message Karen Seeley (805) 540 0909 or Email Karen at karenblueiiii@gmail.com.
Payment for performances vary, as TCP is open to the public and take contributions from the audience. Â For guest bands and combos we usually share 60% of all contributions made in-person and on Venmo during the event.
The music is free, but gas, strings, equipment, water, electricity costs money, so contributions are most appreciated. Make a donation via Venmo/PayPal. Thank you!
