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Williams Chamber Players features great works performed by outstanding music faculty. DATE:  FRI, MARCH 1ST, 2024 TIME:   7:30 PM COST:  FREEVENUE:   BROOKS-ROGERS RECITAL HALL The ensemble presents: George Walker – Lyric for StringsJoanna Kurkowicz, Joana Genova, violins; Ah Ling Neu, viola; Julian Müller, celloShostakovich – Trio (1943-44)Joanna Kurkowicz, violin; Julian Müller, cello; Doris Stevenson, pianoBela Bartok – Romanian Folk DancesVictor Sungarian, horn; Doris Stevenson, pianoAaron Copland – Old American Songs (Newly Arranged)The Boatman’s DanceLong Time AgoThe Little Horses (Lullaby)Simple GiftsPaul La Rosa, baritone; Doris Stevenson, pianoSamuel Barber –  Knoxville 1915 Erin Casey, soprano; Muneko Otani, Ashley Kim ’26, violins; Ah Ling

Assistant Conductor Andrés Rivas leads The Orchestra Now in a program featuring works by Schumann, Korngold, Dohnányi, and Larry Wallach.Andrés Rivas conductorYilin Li ’24 pianoErich Wolfgang Korngold Schauspiel (Dramatic) OvertureSchumann Piano ConcertoLarry Wallach Species of MotionErnő Dohnányi Symphonic MinutesMore details at ton.bard.edu/events/schumann

7-9pm$10 Indie Night is a monthly series highlighting emerging independent artists.Melissa, a native of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, is a singer, songwriter and multi instrumentalist. As a solo performing musician she sings and plays finger-style acoustic guitar and piano. Melissa's solo performances include a blend of originals and cover songs with a special love for folk music. Melissa has an extensive repertoire ranging from 50’s pop to the hits of the 60’s and 70’s. Her musical inspirations include Joni Mitchell, Tori Amos, Jewel and The Beatles, among many others.

Singer-Songwriter in the Capital Area's Best Listening Room

Rees Shad and The Conversations Galahad Blues Album Release Party Rees Shad and The Conversations consists of singer/songwriter/guitarist Rees Shad joining long time drummer Bobby Kay, bassist Jeff Link, and percussionist Carlos Valdez. The album Galahad Blues reimagines the Knights of the Round Table recast as gangsters, King Arthur’s Camelot as a 1940s Chicago nightclub, and rather than focusing on gallantry and chivalry, Shad explores the potential of finding honor among thieves. The music is a cross-over of Americana, Jazz, and Blues. When Rees Shad began his musical journey three decades ago with the 1994 debut release, Anderson, Ohio, critics

The Goldenrod Tavern opens at 5, the music starts at 7!Bluegrass Roots from Deep Gap, NC Liam Purcell leads Cane Mill Road as they rock the traditional bluegrass standards they were raised on, yet boldly write original music with roots in the fertile grounds of bluegrass, old-time, and Americana. Their powerful arrangements and dynamic stage presence have landed them main stage slots at legendary festivals across the country. Named Momentum Band of the Year by IBMA in 2019, Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road have been recognized as one of the fastest growing bands in the industry. Their latest release

The Back Porch + Signature Sounds PresentsThe 10th Annual Back Porch FestivalMarch 15, 16, & 17, 2024BUY TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/3rvva3ctWe're excited to bring back the Back Porch Festival for the 10th year! We are continuing with the expanded format premiered last year, featuring dozens of artists performing at ten venues in downtown Northampton over three days.The evening headlining shows presented at The Academy of Music include:-Friday, March 15th at 8pm | Back Porch Songwriter night: The Songs Of Willie Nelson-Saturday March 16th at 8pm | Preservation Hall Jazz Band-Sunday March 17th at 8pm | Richard ThompsonFull line up of 50+

Singer-Songwriter in the Capital Area's Best Listening Room

Join us for a mind-blowing night of music as BAAMS presents SNL's saxophonist Alex Foster and the BAAMS' Faculty Band live at Studio 9March 16 is the third in a monthly series of live music concerts at Studio 9 from Richard Boulger and the BAAMS' Faculty Band, this month featuring saxophonist Alex Foster, who has performed with the "Saturday Night Live" Band for over three decades, and is co-musical director of the Mingus Big Band in New York City.Originally from Oakland, California, tenor and alto saxophonist Alex Foster has been part of many of the world’s most influential sounds. Foster