Nora Free live in Berkeley

Experience Nora Free live on July 30th

Nora Free will be performing at Cheese Board Collective Pizzeria in Berkeley, California on July 30, 2026. Nora Free is a musician known for her work in experimental and improvisational music, often incorporating elements of jazz, folk, and avant-garde composition. Her performances frequently feature extended techniques on the clarinet and explorations of extended vocalization, alongside collaborative projects with various artists across disciplines. She has released albums on labels such as Relative Pitch Records and has toured internationally.

Cheese Board Collective Pizzeria is a worker-owned cooperative established in 1979. Originally founded as a collectively run bakery, it transitioned to a pizzeria in 1986. The business operates on a sliding scale pricing system for its pizzas, aiming to make food accessible to people of all income levels. A significant portion of its revenue supports live music performances; every evening features a different musical act playing while patrons dine. The venue’s intimate setting fosters close interaction between performers and the audience. The collective’s ethos emphasizes community engagement and artistic expression alongside providing affordable food. It's become a long-standing cultural hub within the Berkeley area.