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From an improv workshop to an "integrative sound journey," there's plenty to enjoy in San Francisco this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.

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Cursive celebrates their second new album in as many years, "Get Fixed"(out 1/17 on vinyl, Black & Silver Cornetto Color Vinyl & CD on their own 15 Passenger Records), with a live in-store set and signing at Amoeba SF.

When: Thursday, Jan. 23, 6:30-7 p.m.Where: Amoeba Music San Francisco, 1855 Haight St.Admission: FreeClick here for more details, and to register

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Practice improv skills in a safe environment for people of color. All experiences welcome.

When: Thursday, Jan. 23, 7-9:30 p.m.Where: CounterPulse, 80 Turk St.Admission: FreeClick here for more details, and to register

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An innovative and passionate performance artist, Badi Assad transcends traditional styles of her native Brazilian music with a mixture of pop, jazz and global elements. She combines an extraordinary guitar talent, distinct mouth percussion, beautiful singing and rhythmic body movement to create an exciting, fresh sound.

When: Thursday, Jan. 23, 7:30-10 p.m.Where: Red Poppy Art House, 2698 Folsom St.Admission: $25$30Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

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"Down 2 Earth: An Integrative Sound Journey" is an experience of guided meditation and breathwork, followed by a restorative sound-bathing experience where attendees will lay down and be immersed in healing tones created by Crystal Tone Alchemy bowls, 38-inch gongs, drums, Koshi Chimes and original medicine songs. There will be the option to receive hands-on healing touch to close, as well.

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When: Friday, Jan. 24, 7:30-9 p.m.Where: Globe Institute, 351 Ninth St., Suite 202Admission: $20Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

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One of the longest-serving linchpins of the trance scene, Genix has deep roots in the genre that have helped his production career to grow exponentially since his debut release in 2003. Since then, he has become a mainstay of Anjunabeats, with other releases on Armind, Vandit Records, Enhanced Records and Reset Records, to name a few.

When: Friday, Jan. 24, 10 p.m.-4 a.m.Where: Halcyon SF, 314 11th St.Admission: $25$30Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

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Events to check out in San Francisco this week - Yahoo News