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Tufts Youth Philharmonic Benefit Concert
Tufts Youth Philharmonic presents a benefit concert under the direction of John Page. It will feature performances by each section, the runner-up of the Concerto Competition, and faculty coaches. Tickets are $10 each or $25 per family. The Tufts Youth Philharmonic is part of the Community Music Program at Tufts University, which offers a wide range of music classes for children, teenagers, and adults. For more information, visit the Community Music web page.
Find out more »Dave Keller Band at The Porch
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge welcomes the Dave Keller Band. Keller is one of the finest soul and blues men of his generation. His 2013 album "Soul Changes" was nominated for a Blues Music Award for Best Soul/Blues Album. Winner of the 2012 Best Self-Produced CD of the Year Award at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Keller's "Where I'm Coming From" from that CD reached No. 2 on Sirius/XM Radio's blues channel. General admission…
Find out more »The Porch Bluegrass Brunch: Pretty Saro
Pretty Saro will perform during this Bluegrass Brunch presented by The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge. Pretty Saro draws their inspiration from acoustic giants such as Nickel Creek, Crooked Still, Hot Rize, and John Hartford to name a few. Maxfield Anderson (mandolin), Devon Gardner (fiddle), Alex Formento (guitar) and Joe Everett (bass) bring together their wide array of musical backgrounds to create an invigorating blend of contemporary songwriting, burnin’ bluegrass traditionals, and pop sensibilities into a…
Find out more »Adult Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop
4GoodVibes is presenting another one of its popular Chunky Knit Blanket Workshops at 4GoodVibes 2 in South Medford. Participants will receive 130 yards of chunky yarn and their completed blanket will measure approximately 40 x 50 inches. A selection of colors will be available on a first come, first served basis. Some colors may be available in limited quantities. These blankets retail on Etsy for $150 to $300. The yarn to make these type of blankets range from $7 to…
Find out more »The Princess Pride with Cary Elwes
Chevalier Theatre presents "The Princess Pride: An Inconceivable Event with Cary Elwes." In this highly-anticipated event, fans of "The Princess Bride" will join the heroic Westley (actor Cary Elwes) in a behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the set of the classic 1987 film. After a screening of the film (running time 98 minutes), Elwes will engage in a moderated discussion on classic scenes, revealing secrets and tales of inconceivable antics. Cary Elwes has been seen in a multitude…
Find out more »Tightrope: A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge welcomes the national touring tribute act Tightrope, performing the music of Stevie Ray Vaughan in loving memory to the great Texas guitar Legend. Led by the Amherst, Massachusetts, product Chris Bell, Tightrope plays all the classics and influences of Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble. General admission tickets are $10 through The Porch's Facebook event page/Eventbrite.
Find out more »Hinge Ensemble: Media Overload
The Tufts University Department of Music presents the Hinge Ensemble: Philipp Stäudlin (saxophones), Matt Sharrock (percussion), Keith Kirchoff (piano/keyboards) and Dan VanHassel (electric guitar). Featuring interactive video, deconstructed pop music, and heavy metal chamber music, sound and spectacle unite in this multimedia-focused program reflecting our oversaturated, out-of-control media environment. Including world premieres by Tufts student Wen Gao and Dan VanHassel, along with works by Igor C. Silva, Chaya Czernowin and Sam Pluta. Free; no tickets required.
Find out more »Bama McCall at Semolina Kitchen
Local roots music trio Bama McCall performs at Semolina Kitchen's monthly Saturday Night Live Music event. Come for dinner, then stick around for some of the show starting at 8:30. Reservations may be made at www.semolinakitchen.com or on your phone with the Reserve app.
Find out more »Tufts Sunday Concert: Sea Smoke
The Tufts University Sunday Concert series presents Sea Smoke: Music of the American Traditions, Dronally Reimagined. With electric cello, drums, dobro, guitar and voice, this quintet of creative improvisors offers an Indian-inspired perspective on original compositions and songs by Harold Arlen, Grace Slick, Ornette Coleman, John Lee Hooker and Pete Seeger. Featuring Medford resident Warren Senders, voice; Vijaya Sundaram, voice and guitar; Lloyd Thayer, dobro; Junko Fujiwara, cello; and Jerome Deupree, drums. Free; no tickets required.
Find out more »Soy Candle Making Workshop
4GoodVibes presents a Winter Soy Candle Making Workshop at 4GoodVibes 2 in South Medford. You will learn how to make your own soy candles from start to finish, where to buy everything to make a candle, and even design your own candle labels. There will be fall and holiday scents to choose from. Each person will make three, 4-ounce glass jar candles, choosing their own scents and colors. All supplies included. Cost is $25; register through the 4GoodVibes website.
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