3.27.2012

Karla Mi Lugo sweetens the streets of SF with song

Le Rouge et Noir and I were in the Lower Haight this past weekend, when we heard the sounds of an accordion, the official instrument of San Francisco, brightening the air.

And then I saw her -

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Meet Karla Mi Lugo, a quintessential San Francisco street performer - a creative, free-spirited soul - who can play music and sing and juggle, sometimes all at the same time.

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She bought her gorgeous vintage accordion from the same shop where I bought mine, the Accordion Apocalypse.

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Ms. Mi Lugo totes her accordion from the Haight, to the Sunset, to the Embarcadero, to Union Square, to the Mission and beyond, all on her trusty steed, her bicycle, of course!

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Karla's music and artistry keeps the soul of San Francisco alive. So when you see her, please show her how much you appreciate her by dropping a dollar in her hat, and thanking her for enriching our lives.
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9 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 27, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    I think we need alot more people like Karla in this world!! What a brighter,happier place it would be. Nice one. Keep SMILIN!!!!!!!!!

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  2. Kristin TiecheMarch 27, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    I couldn't agree with you more! Thank God there are lots of wonderful people like Karla in SF.

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  3. theperfectnoseMarch 28, 2012 at 4:25 AM

    This is lovely. Thank you.

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  4. DottieMarch 29, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    Beautiful. San Francisco seems to have such a unique culture and it's great to learn more about the individuals who create it.

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  5. Kristin TiecheMarch 29, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    Thanks for all your comments. I agree. People like Karla remind me what a special place I call home! Hi Dottie - thx for visiting!

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  6. Rule BikesMarch 30, 2012 at 10:21 AM

    So unique and colorful. Definitely need to see more color and smiles in the world.
    Rule bikes

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  7. Cameron AdamsApril 2, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    So colorful I can almost hear the music.

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  8. Laura Glow May BondJuly 23, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Dearest Universe, I just now watched oddities of san Francisco and IM TRIPPING OUT last year in September I ran away to san fran stayed on height street awhile and I Met her and talked with Karla for a moment. :D I Love me I love You All One-NESS <3
    ~~~Glow

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  9. Kristin TiecheJuly 23, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    Hi Laura, Indeed, SF is a special place. Peace & Love & Light to you!!!

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