A Songwriter’s Serenade

Mark Montijo, former Maritime Museum of San Diego Curator, Chief Administrator, and Vice President, now spends much of his time writing and performing original music, a career he abandoned in his youth. American Songwriter Magazine generously described Mark Montijo’s music as “ … brilliant songwriting, evoking that gentle, poignant place John Prine brought us to so often, merging the sorrow with some laughter …”, and his recently recorded song “Someone Can Fly” earned him an Outstanding Achievement in Songwriting Award at the 19th Annual Great American Song Contest. According to Raymond Ashley, Ph.D., K.C.I., President/CEO of the Maritime Museum of San Diego, “this concert is a project wrapped in passion, resilience, and mutual gratitude.” Mark has invited a few of his favorite local songwriters to join him for this special evening of original music.

London born international performing songwriter Gregory Page spent much of his adult life as a working musician, writing, performing, and traveling the world with his catalog of songs that highlight his unique perspective on life. Page’s music has been featured on BBC, NPR, and film and television soundtracks. Page has also worked with an extensive list of amazing artists, most recently writing and touring with Jason Mraz, but also sharing the stage with other likeminded legends including John Prine, Bob Dylan, John Doe, Jewel, and John C. Reilly.