North of Boston

Music in the Atrium: Celebrate Mother Earth with Johnny Fireseed
2025-04-25 11:30 - 13:30, 2025-04-27 11:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Know before you go
In-person event
Location: Atrium
Included with admission
Salem residents and workers always get free admission.
This program will contribute to the sound in the Atrium. If you would like to borrow noise canceling headphones, please pick up a KultureCity bag at the coatroom.
ABOVE IMAGE: Illustrations by Chris Cyr.
This month, our Music in the Atrium series celebrates Planet Earth with live performances by Johnny Fireseed. A project of Framingham-based Fireseed Arts Studios, lead by artist and musician Patiño Vázquez in collaboration with local musicians and craftspeople, Johnny Fireseed uses instruments made entirely from upcycled trash and repurposed items to perform original music with an upbeat eco message. The band’s inspiring sound aims to spread a message of joy, fun and new ways of thinking about consumption and waste far and wide.
Vázquez will be showcasing instruments made from locally harvested trash and live looping to create ambient soundscapes. Come hear high-end electric guitars made from old kitchen countertops and drums fashioned from ventilation ducts and popcorn tins in an aesthetic that’s “part Victorian Steampunk with elements of mystic meditations in heart-opening layers of rhythms and harmonies.” Building loops and then improvising over the loops gives the listener a feel for the looks and sound characteristics of each instrument. Audience members are often invited to join in the fun!
Music in the Atrium is PEM’s live concert series that features local and visiting performers from a variety of musical traditions and styles. Concerts take place on select Sundays. Explore upcoming shows at pem.org/events.

Mamma Mania!
2025-04-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Prepare to be transported back to the vibrant 1970s as New York City’s premier ABBA tribute band, Mamma Mania! brings the classic hits of one of pop music’s most iconic groups to life. With their dazzling costumes, flawless harmonies, and captivating stage presence, this tribute captures the essence of ABBA’s unforgettable sound.
From “Dancing Queen” to “Mamma Mia,” fans will enjoy a night filled with nostalgia from a stellar cast of musicians! Performers include current or former touring members of: Mamma Mia – Official North American Tour, Marc Martel’s Queen Extravaganza, INXS, Britney Spears, Rob Thomas, The Weeknd and many more! Mamma Mania! pays homage to ABBA’s legacy, celebrating the timeless melodies and uplifting lyrics that have charmed listeners for generations.
Thelarcom.org/mammamania
Parking Address:- On street parking or nearby parking lots Beverly, MA 01915

Laurie Berkner (TWO SHOWS)
2025-04-27 11:00 - 15:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
Two Shows: 11AM & 3PM
Give your child an unforgettable experience that will inspire a lifelong love of music and create lasting memories with the whole F-A-M-I-L-Y!
Laurie Berkner has been a professional musician since 1992, but her success as a children’s recording artist was a surprise to her. “It was so unexpected,” says Laurie. “I’d been performing in rock bands and struggling to write original music. Writing music for kids has not been a struggle at all. The more I started working on material for children, the more I realized that it opened up creativity in me that I never knew I had.”
These days critics widely acknowledge Laurie’s major contribution toward launching what is now dubbed the progressive “kindie rock” movement – i.e. less saccharine, more rocking music that is not dumbed down for children. But it wasn’t simply an enormous amount of talent that helped create an entire genre and skyrocketed Laurie to her current position as “the queen of kids’ music” (People magazine).
It was an ability to gain parents’ enthusiasm for the songs as well. According to Laurie, “When I’m writing a song, I’m thinking about whether the kids will like it and whether I’m going to connect to them through it. I’m also thinking about whether I want to sing it over and over again, so I guess that’s the part that connects with adults. ‘Old MacDonald Had a Farm’ is a great song for kids, but I couldn’t sing it 100 times!”

Cann Piano Duo
2025-04-27 15:00 - 16:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Avid recitalists, chamber musicians and educators, sisters Michelle and Kimberly Cann bring a program of such classical favorites as Bach, Strauss and Bernstein as well as moving arrangements like Let My People Go and a Fantasy on George Gershwin’s Songs.
Program
BACH: Trio Sonata No. 4 in E minor, BWV 528 (arr. Babin)
STRAUSS: “Ständchen,” Op. 17, No. 2 (arr. Chasins)
TANSMAN: Fantaisie sur les valses de Johann Strauss
LUTOSŁAWSKI: Variations on a Theme of Paganini
Intermission
BERNSTEIN: Symphonic Dances, from West Side Story (arr. Musto)
LEIBOWITZ: Let My People Go
MAYEVSKY: Fantasy on George Gershwin’s Songs
“a pianist of sterling artistry” –Gramophone

Kinky Bowl
2025-04-27 20:00 - 21:30 | Off Cabot Comedy & Events, 9 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Miz Diamond and A Glam B are bringing you a “Bowl” that will be SUPER, but more kinky and no padding or balls…well, maybe a little bit of those too. This irreverent show will have you “clutching your pearls” and exploring your own kinks. You will not want to miss this drag & burlesque mash-up! Get your tickets now!

Music in the Gallery
2025-04-30 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-05-07 13:00 - 13:30 | Cape Ann Museum Green, 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Wednesdays, April 16 – June 25, 2025
1:00 p.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Janet & William Ellery James Center, CAM Green
13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
Free and open to the public.
Parking is first come, first served.
Join us Wednesdays, April – June in the James Center Gallery to enjoy music during your visit played by C.B. Fisk musicians on a continuo organ. For more information about C.B. Fisk please visit: www.cbfisk.com.
C.B. Fisk organists: Carl Klein, Tim McEwen, Ted Stoddard, Michael Kraft, Barbara Bruns, Mark Nelson, David Pike, along with Kathleen Adams. For biographies please visit: cbfisk.com
Image Credit: Opus 150, designed by C.B. Fisk in 2018 for Christ Church Episcopal, Philadelphia, PA. Photo courtesy of C.B. Fisk.

Sea of Life
2025-04-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Sea of Life is a collaborative project among three of the North Shore’s most prominent arts organizations: Rockport Art Association & Museum (RAA&M), The Orchestra on the Hill, and Rockport Music (Shalin Liu Performance Center). Connecting young aspiring visual artists with professional composers, the project will spur multifaceted community events celebrating the sea.
Celebrating the Sea through Art & Music
Student artists from RAA&M’s Teen Arts Collaborative will learn from composers from The Orchestra on the Hill how visual art and concepts, such as the sea, can be parlayed into different musical styles. As students develop the art, composers will brainstorm with them, engage them in dialogue, and write original orchestral compositions stemming from these creative exchanges.
The collaboration will culminate with exhibitions of the teens’ art at various local venues, and a performance of the ensuing compositions at Rockport Music on April 30, 2025. Audiences will experience a blend of visual art, musical interpretation, youthful perspective, and adult collaboration, all inspired by the sea.

Jefferson Starship 50th Anniversary Tour
2025-05-01 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
As they celebrate their 50th anniversary, the band reaches a rare milestone that only a few bands ever achieve.
Jefferson Starship is one of the most successful arena rock bands of the ’70s and ’80s, earning 3 platinum and 8 gold records, as well as numerous Top 40 Billboard singles.
Founded by Paul Kantner in the ’70s, Jefferson Starship was conceived as a collective of musical adventurers contributing to his epic concept albums and eventual catalog of rock classics. When the current lineup came together in 2012, with many members hav ing joined years earlier, Kantner couldn’t have predicted the band would become the road – conquering force they are today.

Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas
2025-05-01 20:00 - 21:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
The acclaimed Celtic music duo Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas return for a spectacular evening of cutting-edge fiddle and cello, blending Scottish tradition with global influences in a performance that pushes the boundaries of Celtic music.
” … you would think they’d been playing together for centuries. While his fiddle dances, her cello throbs darkly or plucks puckishly, [reaching] soaring sustains, windswept refrains and sudden, jazzy explosions.”
— The Boston Globe

Francoix Simard
2025-05-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Off Cabot Comedy & Events, 9 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Join us for an evening with multi instrumentalist Francoix Simard & Friends. Francoix Simard has traveled the world singing for adoring audiences for over 20 years. Hailing from Quebec, he presents an electric energy with a diverse repertoire of brilliant covers from blues and rock to country and pop.

Top of the World - A Carpenters Tribute
2025-05-02 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
Top Of The World is The World’s Premiere Tribute to The Carpenters!
Fronted by singer Debbie Taylor, her Karen Carpenter vocal resemblance is absolutely astonishing. She is backed by a seven piece band consisting of top-notch, professional industry musicians who have had amazing careers in their own right. The band members are all multi-instrumentalists and at times use 3 keyboards to recreate the incredibly complex arrangements created by Richard Carpenter. The attention to detail paired with saxophone, trumpet, flute and many more instruments complete every song to perfection!

Tulip Fest - May 3-4 & 10-11
2025-05-03 08:30 - 16:00, 2025-05-04 08:30 - 16:00, 2025-05-10 08:30 - 16:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Enjoy blooming orchard walks, hard cider bars, free live music, food truck and fitness events, family activities, pop-up events and pick-your-own tulips. Important: Pre-purchased online tickets required for pick-your-own tulips. Limited tickets are available for the best possible experience for all. Tickets will go live in late April or early May as we monitor the field. See FAQs at www.ciderhill.com/tulipfest.

Outdoor Hard Cider Bar & Free Live Music Series at Cider Hill Farm
2025-05-03 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-04 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-10 11:00 - 16:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Every weekend at Cider Hill Farm farm brings FREE family-friendly live music on the main lawn from 12-3 pm and extended music on festival dates 11 am – 4 pm. Grab a drink from the Outdoor Hard Cider Bar 11 am – 4 pm on Saturdays and 12-4 pm on Sundays.
Food – Grab lunch at the food truck 11 am – 4 pm and snacks in the farm store 8 am – 6 pm. Guest food trucks and vendors pop-ups regularly.
Play – Parking, play areas and barnyard are always free and open 8 am – 6 pm daily. Bee observatory, chickens and goats arrive mid-May.
Weather – Music, food truck and hard cider bar are weather dependent. We make decisions 8 am on the day of in case weather shifts overnight. Check website at 8:30 am.

Symphony by the Sea: Paris Rendevous
2025-05-04 15:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
This timeless music by Debussy, Faure, Ravel and Bizet will be the focal point of our program as we explore the richness of that amazing era.
You are invited to step into the elegance and romance of Paris in a concert featuring the sublime music of France’s most beloved composers.
From the shimmering impressionism of Claude Debussy, the elegance and lyricism of Gabriel Faure to the vibrant flair of Maurice Ravel’s music, this special, season-ending program promises to be an afternoon of passion, poetry and Parisian charm.
We are thrilled to bring this wonderful music to life on the Cabot stage. Please join us!
• PROGRAM •
Faure
Masques et Bergamasques
Sicilienne from Pelleas et Melisande
Ravel
Pavane por une infante defunte
Le Tombeau de Couperin
Debussy
Danses Sacres et Profane
Bizet
Symphony in C, 4th movement
Menuet from L’Arlesienne

DenCITY Soulcase & Open Mic
2025-05-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, Exchange Street 25, Lynn, M, 01901, United States
🎤 DENCITY Soulcase + Open Mic
Step into a space where creativity flows freely and community thrives. DENCITY brings you an evening of authentic artistic expression, smooth vibes, and genuine connection at the historic Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre in Lynn’s Central Square.
📍 WHEN: Every 1st and 3rd Sunday
🕖 TIME: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
💫 FREE ADMISSION
Whether you’re a poet, musician, storyteller, or dancer, DENCITY welcomes all artists to share their craft in our judgment-free zone. Each performer gets a 5-minute spotlight, chosen randomly from our “Lighthouse” to keep the energy spontaneous and fresh.
🎵 VIBE WITH US:
Spoken Word & Poetry
R&B & Neo-Soul
Live Music & Dance
Storytelling & More
✨ EVENING HIGHLIGHTS:
Soul Writers Workshop
Featured Performer
Professional Photography Available
Vendor Marketplace
Community Resources
Sober, Inclusive Space
📍 LOCATION: Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA
Easy parking
Near MBTA/Commuter Rail
Fully accessible venue
Produced by Michelle La Poetica, DENCITY isn’t just an open mic—it’s a movement celebrating diversity, creativity, and community connection. Come early to secure your performance slot and stay for the phenomenal vibes!
📱 CONTACT: Michelle La Poetica (662) 799-1916 DencityVibes@gmail.com

Broadway Bar Open Mic Party: "Magic To Do"
2025-05-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Off Cabot Comedy & Events, 9 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
“Magic To Do”” – Cast your spells, curse your adversaries & share illusions! Join Thom Smoker and Lianne Goodwin as they host an evening of musical theater, American Songbook, and your favorites from the film and stage – all sung by YOU! Bring a friend and the sheet music to your favorite showtunes. Bonus points if your song connects with the month’s theme!
Open Sign Ups & Doors open at 6:15pm.”

Matt Andersen
2025-05-06 20:00 - 21:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable night with Matt Andersen, a powerhouse of blues, soul and Americana. Known for his soulful voice and electrifying stage presence, Andersen’s latest album, The Big Bottle of Joy, is a celebration of life’s highs and lows, blending raw blues-rock, gospel and thoughtful folk. With over 23 million Spotify streams and 26 million YouTube views, Andersen has headlined festivals and shared stages with legends like Marcus King, Beth Hart and Tedeschi Trucks Band.
“Adding an important chapter to Matt Andersen’s career, The Big Bottle Of Joy lives up to its title and delivers a top-notch set drenched in inspired songwriting and heartfelt performances.”
– Blues Rock Review

Glenn Miller Orchestra
2025-05-07 19:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
“In The Mood” for swing music?
The most popular and sought after big band of all time returns to Beverly for an evening of swing music at The Cabot!
On May 7, The World-Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform their greatest hits, including “In The Mood”, “Chattanooga Choo Choo”, “American Patrol”, “A String Of Pearls”, “Little Brown Jug”, “Pennsylvania 6-5000”, Tuxedo Junction”, and of course their theme song “Moonlight Serenade” as they continue their national tour.
The 15 member orchestra, their lead singers, and vocal group will perform their catalog of big band classics just the way they would have over 80 years ago when Glenn Miller stood in front of his band. It is a show that continues to transport audiences back in time and is as nostalgic as it is exciting.
Touring continuously since 1956, The Glenn Miller Orchestra is featured in over 200 concerts and dances per year. Each performance includes the timeless classics that made them famous the world over in a show that has moved audiences for generations.

Cantemus Presents "I Hear America Singing"
2025-05-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-10 19:30 - 20:30 | St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Beverly, 4 Ocean St., Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Cantemus Chamber Chorus, with 40 members from across the North Shore, will present two May concerts in Beverly and Newburyport titled “I Hear America Singing.” Featuring African-American Spirituals and music by Charles Ives, Aaron Copland, Rosephanye Powell, Charlene Archibeque, Cecil Effinger, Bob Dylan, and more, texts are by American poets Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson, Langston Hughes, and others.
The concerts will explore what it means to be American – the American Landscape, the American Dream, Songs of Protest, Songs of the American Diaspora, Songs on American Poetry, and finally asks: The American Dream Restored?
Joining the Chorus will be guitarist Chris Rubén-Winters and oboist Benjamin Fox. Rubén-Winters draws from deep roots in jazz, salsa, and classical music and his playing has enriched performances of multiple Massachusetts choral groups. Fox’s versatility and virtuosity have been showcased in a variety of venues, from Carnegie Hall to Honolulu nightclubs. He is the Principal Oboist of the Bangor Symphony Orchestra and holds the same position with the Marsh Chapel Collegium.
In addition, Cantemus accompanist Jeffrey Mead will be joined by Cantemus singer and pianist Patricia Clark in Charles Ives’ “Variations on America.” Solo work and ensembles will be featured throughout the varied program.
The concerts will take place in Beverly on Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 4 Ocean St., and in Newburyport on Sunday, May 11 at 4:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 166 High St.
Cantemus’ Artistic Director Jason Iannuzzi said: “In fraught times, music can be a healing balm. It can also provide a means for us to process difficult emotions. As we prepare this program offering varied perspectives on America, we are reminded that the American Dream is not a guarantee, but an ideal we must continually work together to preserve.”
For more information about the program and to purchase tickets, visit www.cantemus.org/spring. Tickets may also be purchased at the door.
Cantemus gratefully acknowledges sponsorship support from the Institution for Savings and Eastern Bank, and funding support from the Local Cultural Councils of Beverly, Essex, Hamilton-Wenham, Newbury, and Newburyport. Cantemus participates in the Card to Culture program, a Mass Cultural Council initiative that offers reduced-price tickets to card holders.
Cantemus is a member of Chorus America, MASSCreative.org, and the Greater Boston Choral Consortium.

EJ Ouellette and Crazy Maggy
2025-05-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Front man, string wizard and song smith EJ Ouellette takes listeners on a wild ride every time he performs with his band EJ Ouellette & Crazy Maggy, the Nor’east’s Premiere Regional Roots Band.
Ouellette, a recently Grammy® Nominated Song Producer/Featured Artist/Engineer in the 2022 Grammy® Awards, easily jumps genres, merging American Roots, Celtic/Acadian/Upper Appalachian fiddle tunes and songs in a contemporary fashion.

Gil Gutiérrez Trio
2025-05-10 20:00 - 21:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Experience the extraordinary artistry of the internationally renowned Gil Gutiérrez Trio as they return to the Shalin Liu Performance Center. A virtuoso guitarist blending classical, jazz, flamenco and son Cubano, Gutiérrez is celebrated as one of Mexico’s finest musicians, with collaborations with icons like Arturo Sandoval and Ana Gabriel. Joined by Grammy and Emmy-nominated bassist Dave Rodriguez and versatile violinist Bob Stern, enjoy an unforgettable evening of vibrant, soul-stirring music.
Internationally renowned jazz guitar virtuoso

Crystal Ship – A Tribute to the Doors
2025-05-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Step back in time to the vibrant Sunset Strip in the swinging 1960s with Crystal Ship, the ultimate tribute to The Doors. Immerse yourself in the music, magic, and intensity of a live Doors concert as this acclaimed act transports you to that iconic era. Crystal Ship is dedicated to preserving Jim Morrison and The Doors’ legacy with unparalleled authenticity.
Every detail is meticulously recreated, from vintage gear to the unmistakable costumes. Led by the incredible Eddie Racci, one of the best Doors front men, this show will leave you awestruck. Whether you are a die-hard Doors fan or simply a lover of great music, Crystal Ship’s performances are must-see. Their dedication to capturing The Doors’ sound and stage presence makes for an unforgettable experience.
Thelarcom.org/crystalship
There are no ramps or steps to enter the building and go to the orchestra level, We also offer handicapp accessible seats. The restroom is also handicap acessible.

Mighty Mystic with Mike Francis and Different Strokez
2025-05-10 20:00 - 22:30 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
5/10/25
Reserved Seating $35
Standing $25
7:30pm Doors, 8:00pm Show
21+, Positive I.D. Required
Mighty Mystic is considered as one of the leaders in the international reggae scene and is a box office draw at venues and a staple at festivals. The Jamaican born U.S. based artist has 5 highly acclaimed albums 4 of which charted top 10 on Billboard and iTunes. He is labeled as a touring machine with roughly 40 tours equaling thousands of concerts and a career spanning two decades. His high flying, stage diving, brand of reggae music is electrifying and has been captivating audiences everywhere. He has gone from being a fan of reggae music to being a major contributor to the art. Mighty Mystic came on the scene in 2006 after scoring back-to-back international hits with “Riding on the Clouds” and “Revolution”. However, it wasn’t until the release of his first album “Wake up the World” (2010) that he became a household name. “Wake up the World” was a chart-topping album with guest appearance by reggae icon Shaggy. Mystic continues to wake up the world with energy and passion and a brand of his own which he emphatically calls “Hard Roots”. FUN FACT: Mighty Mystic is also the younger brother of current Jamaican Prime Minister the Honorable Andrew Holness. When asked, does being the brother of Prime Minister Holness have any impact on your music? Mystic simply says “Andrew has a job to do and so do I, impact or not we both have our own mission to complete”. THE EARLY YEARS Mighty Mystic was born Kevin Mark Holness in the farming community of Goshen, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica to parents Morris & Sonia Holness. As a child, Kevin showed early interest in his native island’s music. It was common to hear him singing the latest tunes while imitating the actions of popular reggae artists. When Kevin was 9, the family left Goshen and relocated to Boston. Though oceans apart Kevin never lost the passion for his beloved reggae music. Kevin alongside his brother Stephen began performing at school talent shows, outdoor gatherings and anywhere a mic was on display and quickly made a name for themselves as the “reggae rappers”. Soon after the brothers formed their first band the “Thunder Band”. Kevin became “Mystic” as it was his dads nickname and also the name of the area in Boston where he lived. With Mystic on vocals and Stephen on the lightening sharp guitar the brothers would score a National hit (Riding on the Clouds) and a Global hit (Revolution) on their two first releases. This early success and family bond would be the foundation of which carefully crafted reggae music would flow. MYSTIC OF TODAY Though his brother Stephen has since retired, Mighty Mystic has continued to carry the reggae torch. And is now a Globally respected and sought-after artist on the reggae scene. His brand of “HARD ROOTS” with his high energy stage performance has been a magnet for the enthusiastic reggae fan base. He has managed to hold firm to his Jamaican roots while adding elements of Hip Hop and Rock giving Mystic his own identifiable sound. To date Mighty Mystic has released 5 successful albums Wake up the World 2010, Concrete World 2014, The Art of Balance 2016, Enter the Mystic 2019 and Giant 2022. Many of his releases have become cult like favorites within the global reggae genre. He has come a long way from performing at school talent shows to now sharing the stage with some of the greats like Ziggy Marley, Steel Pulse, Damian Marley, Buju Banton, Stephen Marley, Shaggy, SOJA, Toots and the Maytals, Collie Buddz, Sean Paul, Lee Scratch Perry, Barrington Levy, The Wailers, John Brownʼs Body, Dirty Heads Third World, Freddie McGregor, Capleton and the list goes on… Whether club, festival or TV you can be sure to be entertained by the vibes provided by Mighty Mystic. Be on the lookout for his up-coming 2022 “Giant” Album release world tour.
