A peaceful environment for a private event from over a week ago

April 7, 2026

“We often think of peace as the absence of war, that if powerful countries would reduce their weapon arsenals, we could have peace. But if we look deeply into the weapons, we see our own minds- our own prejudices, fears and ignorance. Even if we transport all the bombs to the moon, the roots of war and the roots of bombs are still there, in our hearts and minds, and sooner or later we will make new bombs. To work for peace is to uproot war from ourselves and from the hearts of men and women. To prepare for war, to give millions of men and women the opportunity to practice killing day and night in their hearts, is to plant millions of seeds of violence, anger, frustration, and fear that will be passed on for generations to come. ”
~ Thich Nhat Hanh, Vietnamese monk and peace activist, “Living Buddha, Living Christ”

¡Hola, mi Gente!

Martin Luther King once called Hanh an Apostle of peace and nonviolence.  This enlightened man, in these phrases, has summed up why so many leaders have led millions of people into perpetuating this endless cycle of violence in which we find ourselves anew. 

It was a daunting task he put to himself, teaching an expanding community how to live in peace and harmony with all living creatures across the world.  He wanted to reverse the planting of millions of seeds of violence, anger and fear with planting seeds of mindfulness, leading to happiness, and especially doing so in children.  As the song goes, “Children are the future.”  Are you up to it?

I’ll continue to do my bit of bringing some positivity and beauty into my communities with my music.  I do hope you’ll join us.

I’ll be kicking off some Massimo’s appearances in Fremont this Friday, April 10.   And I’ll be doing a rare duet appearance when the acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Carlos Reyes joins me next Thursday, April 16, at Havana in Walnut Creek.  All the details for these and more appearances are below in your calendar.

Gather your gente, reserve, and I’ll see you there!

Ciao,

Rolando

PUBLIC PERFORMANCES FOR APRIL 2026

Friday, April 10, Massimo’s Restaurant, 5200 Mowry Ave, Fremont, 6:30-9:30 pm.  Rolando returns to this Fremont gem, home to generations of authentic Sicilian recipes.  Rolando will provide your musical ambiance in the lounge with world music and popular songs.  Reserve your seats by the music at (510) 792-2000, info@massimos.com.  See www.massimos.com.

Sunday, April 12, La Costanera, 260 Capistrano Rd, Half Moon Bay, 12-3 pm.  Join Rolando for brunch at this Michelin Guide-listed, contemporary Peruvian restaurant overlooking the harbor. Enjoy a Peruvian culinary experience, libations (including Pisco Sours), and Rolando’s unique takes on world and popular music out on the patio.  Reserve a table by the music at (650) 728-1600, lacostanerarestaurant.com.

Thursday, April 16, Havana Cuban Cuisine, 1516 Bonanza St., Walnut Creek, 7:30-10:00 pm.  Enjoy a rare appearance of the Rolando Morales Duo at this fine Cuban restaurant, just recently reclaiming their status as a live music venue after the pandemic.  The duet will feature the amazing Paraguayan harpist-violinist-bassist Carlos Reyes, who has played with Arturo Sandoval and the Doobie Brothers, and on guitar and voice, the passionate Rolando Morales.  Together they make a huge sound!  Reserve early at www.havanarestaurant.net,   (925) 939-4555.

Saturday, April 18, La Costanera, 260 Capistrano Rd, Half Moon Bay, 12-3 pm.  Join Rolando for a  brunch appearance at this Michelin Guide-listed, contemporary Peruvian restaurant overlooking the harbor. Enjoy a Peruvian culinary experience, libations (including Pisco Sours), and Rolando’s unique takes on world and popular music out on the patio.  Reserve a table by the music at (650) 728-1600, lacostanerarestaurant.com.

Friday, April 24, Massimo’s Restaurant, 5200 Mowry Ave, Fremont, 6:30-9:30 pm.  Rolando returns to this Fremont gem, home to generations of authentic Sicilian recipes.  Rolando will kick off Fremont Restaurant Week by providing your musical ambiance in the lounge with world music and popular songs.  Reserve your seats by the music at (510) 792-2000, info@massimos.com.  See www.massimos.com.

Sunday, April 26, La Costanera, 260 Capistrano Rd, Half Moon Bay, 12-3 pm.  Join Rolando for brunch at this Michelin Guide-listed, contemporary Peruvian restaurant overlooking the harbor. Enjoy a Peruvian culinary experience, libations (including Pisco Sours), and Rolando’s unique takes on world and popular music out on the patio.  Reserve a table by the music at (650) 728-1600, lacostanerarestaurant.com.

All other shows are private.   Rolando is available for YOUR private and corporate events, weddings, parties, concerts, and festivals.

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