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Motivo LA presents creative music that transcends the boundaries of genre. Utilizing the warm and intimate space, artists and audience come together, building a community that is founded on artistic substance, sincere connection, and meaningful creation.
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At Motivo LA, dancers of all levels come together to explore the art of true social dancing—where improvisation, connection, and musicality take center stage, nurturing a culture rooted in presence, authenticity, and shared movement.
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Creative Music at Motivo: Billy Mohler
We’re excited to feature bassist Billy Mohler with a powerhouse quartet: Jeff Parker (guitar), Chris Speed (tenor saxophone), and Jay Bellerose (drums). Together they create an electrifying sound—fearless, inventive, and full of raw energy—for the September edition of the Creative Music Series.
Club Velvet: Swing Dance with Live Music: Jonathan Stout & his Campus Five Feat. Hilary Alexander
Join us for the 2nd edition of Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️. We’re excited to have the incredible Jonathan Stout and his Campus Five feat. Hilary Alexander, plus a pre-dance workshop led by the exceptional Steven Sayer and Karine Hermes.
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Creative Music at Motivo: Daniel Rotem / Miro Sprague / Karl McComas-Reichl / Christian Euman
We’re delighted to welcome saxophonist Daniel Rotem, pianist Miro Sprague, bassist Karl McComas-Reichl, and drummer Christian Euman for the October Creative Music Series. This cooperative quartet blends original compositions with imaginative takes on classics, grounded in deep listening, trust, and artistic freedom.
Club Velvet: Swing Dance with Live Music: Pino Noir
Join us for the 3rd edition of Club Velvet - a night of live music, swing dancing, and community ♥️. We’re excited to have the incredible Pino Noir, plus a pre-dance workshop.
Masquerade edition!
Creative Music at Motivo: Jonathan Richards
The Creative Music series at Motivo LA focuses on artists who value listening as a fundamental part of their creative process, presenting music that transcends the boundaries of genre.
Westivo: Westie Social
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
Beginner Bootcamp: an introduction to Argentine Tango
Curious about Tango? Come try out a class for an introduction to Argentine Tango.
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
VOCE (Vardan Ovsepian Chamber Ensemble)
After a few years of silence Vardan Ovsepian Chamber Ensemble (VOCE), will premier new works on August 30th at Motivo LA in Atwater Village.
Club Velvet: Swing Dance with Live Music
Join us for the grand opening of Club Velvet - a night of live music, dancing, and community in a space made for it all. We’re kicking things off with the incredible Dave Stuckey & the Hot House Gang, plus a pre-dance workshop led by two legends of swing, Nick Williams and Sylvia Sykes.
Creative Music at Motivo: Melinda Sullivan & Larry Goldings
We are ecstatic to welcome this legendary duo: tap dancer Melinda Sullivan and pianist+composer Larry Goldings! Joining Melinda and Larry for this special performance will be the phenomenal singer-songwriter & Grammy winner Gaby Moreno and bassist extraordinaire Karl McComas-Reichl.
Westivo: Westie Social
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Creative Music at Motivo: Christina Galisatus
The Creative Music series at Motivo LA focuses on artists who value listening as a fundamental part of their creative process, presenting music that transcends the boundaries of genre.
Westivo: Westie Social w/ DJ Millie Marks
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Brazilian Samba Social with Live Music
Be transported to the dancehalls of Rio de Janeiro at this Brazilian music concert and dance party! Conveniently located at the beautiful Motivo LA, just off the 5 freeway in the Atwater Village neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Beginner Bootcamp Intensive: Argentine Tango
Curious about Tango? Come try out a class for an introduction to Argentine Tango.
The Jazz Bakery Presents: Paul Cornish
The monthly six-concert series, curated by Daniel Rotem, features Los Angeles based artists, all creative forces to be reckoned with in the vibrant local music scene, performing boundary-pushing music that transcends the idioms of genre.
Westivo: Westie Social
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Beginner Bootcamp: an introduction to Argentine Tango
Curious about Tango? Come try out a class for an introduction to Argentine Tango.
The Jazz Bakery Presents: Nicole McCabe
Nicole McCabe is an alto saxophonist, composer and educator from Marin County, California who works and lives in Los Angeles. A rising star in the city’s interdisciplinary scenes, her new album A Song to Sing marks her full-length debut on local creative hotbed Colorfield Records.
Westivo: Westie Social
Join us for our monthly West Coast Swing social at the beautiful Motivo LA ballroom in Atwater Village! We have two levels of classes beforehand, and everyone is invited to drop in!
Frankie Manning Favorites: Limited Lindy Hop Series
May is "Frankie Month," a period dedicated to celebrating the contributions of Frankie Manning, a legendary Lindy Hop dancer and choreographer.
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
Milonga del Sol returns, 10-year LATA Anniversary!
Join us to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of LA Tango Academy with the return of our beloved Milonga Del Sol.
FusionVibe: a Fusion & Micro Social Dance
Fusion dance is a world in which everyone is free to express themselves through movement, regardless of their dance background and experience.
