North of Boston

Music in the Gallery
2025-05-14 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-05-21 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-05-28 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-06-04 13:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | 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.

The Eagles Experience
2025-05-16 20:00 - 22:00 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
The Eagles Experience aims to be the most authentic tribute show to the Eagles available today. With a one-to-one lineup that reflects the Eagles during their heyday in the late 1970s, the members of the Eagles Experience each emulate their respective “Eagle”, playing the correct instrument and singing the songs as sung by their protege. Every member of the Eagles Experience is dedicated to presenting their part as accurately as possible and will provide you with an ultimate “Eagles Experience” you will not soon forget.
This tribute band only plays songs written and recorded by the Eagles as a band, from their biggest hits to hidden gems.
Thelarcom.org/eagles

Motif No.1 Day
2025-05-17 09:00 - 17:00 | Rockport, MA, Rockport, M, 01966, United States
The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is excited to bring back this beloved community event, long cherished by residents and visitors as a celebration of Rockport’s iconic fishing shack. We invite you to join us on Saturday May 17 (rain date May 18) for this all-day, family-friendly event to experience the rich artistic and cultural heritage of the beautiful coastal community of Rockport featuring art, music, performances, children’s activities, vendors, shopping, food and beer.

Outdoor Hard Cider Bar & Free Live Music Series at Cider Hill Farm
2025-05-17 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-18 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-31 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-01 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.

Roomful of Blues
2025-05-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Even though Roomful of Blues’ lineup has changed over the years, the band has always been one of the tightest, most joyful blues ensembles in the world. Currently an eight-piece unit led by guitarist Chris Vachon, the band has never sounded fresher or stronger. Singer Phil Pemberton brings his sweet and soulful vocals and adds another bright new dimension to the jazzy, jump-blues musical roots. Their winning combination of jump, swing, blues, R&B and soul remains their calling card, as does their ability to fill the dance floor. Along with bassist John Turner, trumpeter Carl Gerhard, drummer Mike Coffey, keyboardist Rusty Scott, baritone and tenor saxophonist Alek Razdan, tenor and alto saxophonist Rich Lataille, Roomful keeps on rockin’ into 2024.

Carbon Leaf
2025-05-17 20:00 - 21:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Beloved by Rockport audiences, Carbon Leaf—the first band to play the American Music Awards unsigned by a record label—returns with their signature blend of folk-infused indie rock and heartfelt storytelling. Celebrating over 30 years together, the Richmond, Virginia-based band continues to captivate fans with their infectious energy and thought-provoking lyrics. This time around, they’ll feature music from their acclaimed new album, Time is the Playground.
“For fans of thoughtful, melody-driven rock with a folk twist, “Time is the Playground” is … a worthy addition to Carbon Leaf’s legacy – a reminder that even as time marches on, some things, like the power of a well-crafted song, remain timeless.” – The B Side Guys

Boston String Academy
2025-05-18 15:00 - 16:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Enjoy an inspirational performance from the talented youth musicians from the Boston String Academy. Serving 130 students each year in the Greater Boston community, the BSA was cofounded in 2012 by violinists Mariesther and Marielisa Alvarez, twin sisters who learned music in Venezuela’s storied national music education program, El Sistema, before attending Boston Conservatory together. The youth ensemble performs roughly 10 concerts per year at such notable halls as Carnegie Hall and the Hatch Memorial Shell with Boston Landmarks Orchestra.
Free, Reservations Encouraged
“I left the concert feeling uplifted artistically and spiritually, recognizing that I just witnessed the best possible outcome of music education.”
– Cynthia Price-Glynn, Dean of Harp/Guitar at the Boston Conservatory

Cape Ann Youth Chorus
2025-05-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Kristina Martin & Thomas Smoker, co-directors
Rockport Music’s Cape Ann Youth Chorus brings a program full of fun and joy with their inaugural spring concert.
ABOUT THE CAPE ANN YOUTH CHORUS
Rockport Music’s Cape Ann Youth Chorus provides a comprehensive musical experience in an inclusive and supportive environment for young singers ages 8 and up. Singers participate in weekly rehearsals, concerts at different community events and at the Shalin Liu Performance Center. Singers in the chorus join a wonderfully supportive community that values high artistic excellence and diverse musical programming that reflects the Cape Ann region within a global context.
The vision for Rockport Music education programming is to provide engaging and interactive programming of all musical genres throughout the community to encourage curiosity, participation and creativity through music and the arts.
Free, Reservations Encouraged

Darlin’ Corey with Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem
2025-05-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Darlin’ Corey features the singing and playing of three accomplished musicians of the thriving music scene of Portland, ME. Award winning fiddler and singer Erica Brown on fiddle, guitar, vocals, notable songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Matt Shipman on guitar, vocals, mandolin, bouzouki, banjo and Portland’s favorite bass player Kris Day, who has also toured with legends like Link Wray, Dale Hawkins, Ronnie Dawson and Joe Clay.
Their music is a diverse and unique blend of folk with influences from bluegrass and old time music. Drawing on these threads of North American folk music, their elegant harmonies are the beating heart of their sound, in both their original music and the traditional old time, bluegrass and New England influenced music they regularly showcase. In Darlin’ Corey’s singing and playing, you can feel the many years of dedication to these celebrated musical traditions.
Together they create an engaging performance of thoughtful originals, traditional songs and tunes, and songs that influenced them along the way. Erica Brown’s fiddle-playing is at turns virtuosic and completely unpretentious. Matt Shipman is an ideal counterpart as his versatility on a dizzying array of stringed instruments (guitar, Irish bouzouki, 5-string banjo, mandolin) blend seamlessly, never timid or overpowering. Kris Day holds it all together with his solid bass playing.

Johnny A. Trio
2025-05-23 20:00 - 21:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Johnny A., lead guitar | Dean Cassell, bass | Marty Richards, drums
Grammy-nominated guitarist Johnny A. returns to the stage with his powerhouse trio, including bassist Dean Cassell and drummer Marty Richards. Known for his genre-defying style and collaborations with legends like BB King and Aerosmith, Johnny A. brings a rich blend of rock, blues and soulful originals that has captivated audiences worldwide. Experience a true master of the guitar!

Story Songs of the 70’s
2025-05-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Come get your friends together and experience a night of Story Songs of the 70s performed by Maine-based singer/songwriter Tom DiMenna. Tom will be joined with accompaniment, bringing to life classic songs by Gordon Lightfoot, Cat Stevens, and Harry Chapin that we all know and love. DiMenna’s impressive vocal range and guitar style have been perfected with decades of stage performances. He has been entertaining audiences with his tribute show up and down the Maine Coast and now he’s coming to you. Now is your chance to see what all the buzz is about. The legend lives on!

Della Mae
2025-05-24 20:00 - 21:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
GRAMMY-nominated, all-women string band Della Mae returns with their signature blend of high-octane bluegrass, Americana and roots music. Celebrate fan-favorite songs and over a decade of groundbreaking artistry with powerhouse vocalist Celia Woodsmith, two-time Grand National champion fiddler Kimber Ludiker, guitarist Avril Smith and IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn. Della Mae delivers a dynamic live performance filled with foot-stomping energy and exceptional musicianship.
“For fans of thoughtful, melody-driven rock with a folk twist, “Time is the Playground” is … a worthy addition to Carbon Leaf’s legacy – a reminder that even as time marches on, some things, like the power of a well-crafted song, remain timeless.” – The B Side Guys

Fred Hersch Trio
2025-05-25 17:00 - 18:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Called “a living legend” by The New Yorker and “a master who plays it his way” (New York Times), Fred Hersch returns to Rockport leading an inspired trio. He is a seventeen-time Grammy nominee and the recipient of many of jazz’s most prestigious awards.
“the most arrestingly innovative pianist in jazz over the last decade”
– Vanity Fair

The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents The GemsTones
2025-05-30 19:30 - 21:30 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
The GemsTones are a youthful 5-piece rock n’ roll and rockabilly band specializing in a mix of retro originals and hits from America’s decade; rockabilly, blues, country and rock n’ roll of the 1950’s! They bring new energy to unforgettable songs by legendary artists like Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash and many more. The music of The GemsTones keeps you young at heart as it gets you movin’ and groovin’ while also evoking a feeling of nostalgia from days gone by; even if you weren’t there to experience the 50’s yourself.
All of The GemsTones are singers! Their performances are unique because they share the spotlight; each one getting a chance to sing lead on a variety of songs. The GemsTones are especially known for their stunning vocal harmonies.

Thunder from Down Under
2025-05-30 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
Australia’s Thunder from Down Under returns for their Temptation Tour 2025
Get ready to experience an exhilarating and electrifying extravaganza as Thunder from Down Under, the world-renowned Australian male revue, announces its highly anticipated return in 2025 with their TEMPTATION TOUR. The sizzling hot international sensation is set to set the stage on fire with their captivating performances and infectious energy, promising an unforgettable night of entertainment for fans across the country.
Known for their charismatic personalities, chiseled physiques, and mesmerizing dance routines, Thunder from Down Under has been leaving audiences in awe for years. Their unmatched Australian charm and talent have earned them a dedicated global following, making them one of the most sought-after live shows in the entertainment industry.
The 2025 tour promises to be an extraordinary event, featuring a production filled with heart-pounding dance numbers, sensational costumes, and interactive audience engagement. With a mix of classic routines and innovative acts, Thunder from Down Under guarantees a night of excitement and thrill, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.

IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA
2025-05-31 13:00 - 16:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Production: Bartlett Sher | Set Designer: Michael Yeargan | Costume Designer: Catherine Zuber | Lighting Designer: Christopher Akerlind
Giacomo Sagripanti (Conductor), Aigul Akhmetshina (Rosina), Jack Swanson (Count Almaviva), Andrey Zhilikhovsky (Figaro), Peter Kálmán (Dr. Bartolo), Alexander Vinogradov (Don Basilio)
The Metropolitan Opera’s 2024–25 Live in HD season comes to a close with a live transmission of Rossini’s effervescent comedy on May 31. Russian mezzo-soprano Aigul Akhmetshina headlines a winning ensemble as the feisty heroine, Rosina, alongside American tenor Jack Swanson, in his Met debut, as her secret beloved, Count Almaviva. Moldovan baritone Andrey Zhilikhovsky stars as Figaro, the ingenious barber of Seville, with Hungarian bass-8
baritone Peter Kálmán as Dr. Bartolo and Russian bass Alexander Vinogradov as Don Basilio rounding out the principal cast. Giacomo Sagripanti conducts Bartlett Sher’s madcap production.
Runtime: 3:33, 1 intermission
Ticket Prices
Subscriptions: purchase all productions & save 10%
Single Tickets: $30, $27 (plus $3/ticket fee)

The Machine
2025-05-31 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
The Machine has forged a 30+ year reputation of extending the musical legacy of Pink Floyd.
The New York-based quartet performs a diverse mix of The Floyd’s extensive 16-albumrepertoire, complete with faithful renditions of popular hits as well as obscure gems.
With stellar musicianship and passionate delivery, The Machine explores collective improvisation rivaling that of an early 1970’s Pink Floyd, while their use of expanded theatrical elements and elaborate stage displays and lighting continues The Floyd spirit of the 1980’s. The band is also known for recreating entire albums as a part of their show, accepting requests from fans, and for taking an A-Z approach in which one song is played for every letter of the alphabet.
The Machine has sold out theaters, premier showcase rooms and casinos across North America, Europe and Asia, performed at renowned music festivals such as Bonnaroo, Riverbend, and Gathering of the Vibes, and shared the stage with full symphony orchestras, including the Atlanta, Detroit, Pittsburgh, Jacksonville, Charlotte and San Diego Symphonies, as well as the Buffalo Philharmonic.
The band features founding member Tahrah Cohen (drums), longtime bandmates Scott Chasolen (keys, vocals) and Ryan Ball (guitar, vocals), and newest member Chris DeAngelis (bass, lead vocals). The band continues on to celebrate the music of Pink Floyd and to honor the life of Joe Pascarell, who co-founded the band with Tahrah in 1988.

North Shore Pride Presents: Pride through Music
2025-06-01 17:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
With Thorgy Thor and the Cape Ann Symphony
North Shore Pride invites you to celebrate and kick off Pride month with a unique event for all ages entitled Pride Through Music.

PEM: Queer Community Gathering
2025-06-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Know before you go
In-person event
Location: Main Atrium
Free
Kick off Pride month with a free community gathering for LGBTQIA+ folks and allies at PEM. Grab a bite to eat and build connections within the queer community with a music-filled social hour. Local drag artists Buster Pants and Maxine Harrison will be there to highlight their work with NAGLY, and youth from NAGLY will have an open stage to share their talents.
PEM will also present a special performance by La Daniella (she/her), an AfroDominican/Nuyorican actor, performer, playwright and puppeteer whose work centers queer Black/Latine women and working class communities.

Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport Presents FREE Live Music Nights
2025-06-05 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Michael’s Harborside, Tournament Wharf 1, Newburyport, M, 01950, United States
Visit Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport for FREE Live Music from talented local artists every Thursday through Sunday from a variety of local musicians from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Restaurant hours are Sunday through Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Thursdays through Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit MichaelsHarborside.com.

Suzanne Vega - Flying With Angels
2025-06-05 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
Suzanne Vega will perform a career-spanning show including favorites like Tom’s Diner, Luka, and many more, plus new material from her forthcoming album Flying with Angels (May 2025).
She will be joined on stage by her longtime guitarist, Gerry Leonard (of David Bowie fame), and cellist Stephanie Winters.

Celesong
2025-06-06 17:00 - 21:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Join Wellspring for their Spring celebration, Celesong, an incredible musical evening in the tradition of a Nashville-style songwriters’ round featuring acclaimed singer-songwriters Darrell Scott, Lori McKenna and Mark Erelli. You are invited to join Wellspring for their annual fundraising event and celebrate your commitment to helping local families transform their lives through stable housing, education, job training, and career readiness.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Darrell Scott
Darrell Scott is an acclaimed multi-instrumentalist / singer-songwriter and Nashville Songwriter hall of Fame nominee. His songs have been performed by Travis Tritt, Faith Hill, The Chicks (formerly Dixie Chicks), and many others. A former ASCAP and NSAI Songwriter of the Year, Scott has garnered many accolades, Nathaniel Riverhorse Nakadate writes, “Darrell Scott mines and cultivates the everyday moment, taking the rote, menial, mundane, and allowing it to be surreal, ever poignant, and candidly honest.”
Lori McKenna
From her home base in Boston, Lori McKenna has carved out an enviable niche for herself as one of Nashville’s most in-demand songwriters, all while maintaining a prolific and remarkably consistent career as a solo artist. The release of her anticipated album,1988, adds to a series of landmark years for McKenna and follows three widely acclaimed albums: 2016’s The Bird & The Rifle, 2018’s The Tree and 2020’s The Balladeer, of which the Associated Press praised, “McKenna has by now long established herself as one of the best songwriters working in any genre. And she does it again and again,” while The Tennessean asserted, “one of the sharpest pens in modern country and folk song writing.”
In addition to her career as a solo artist, McKenna continues to enjoy success as one of the music industry’s most in-demand song writers. In 2023, she was nominated for a Grammy for Best Country Song for co-writing “I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor’s Version) (From the Vault),” performed by Taylor Swift. In 2017, McKenna became the first woman to win the Academy of Country Music’s Songwriter of the Year award and the first woman to win the Country Music Association’s Song of the Year award two years in a row. She also won back-to-back Grammys for Best Country Song: for “Girl Crush,” performed by Little Big Town, in 2016 and “Humble and Kind,” performed by Tim McGraw, in 2017. In 2021, McKenna won her third Best Country Song Grammy for co-writing “Crowded Table,” performed by the Highwomen, with Brandi Carlile and Natalie Hemby. In addition to writing songs for a multitude of award-winning artists—including Hunter Hayes, Faith Hill, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw and Carrie Underwood—McKenna also co-wrote “Always Remember Us This Way,” which was featured in the Oscar-winning 2018 film “A Star Is Born.”
Mark Erelli
Mark Erelli is a critically acclaimed American singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his distinctive blend of rock, folk, and Americana. His music is known for its lyrical depth and intricate instrumentation, drawing influence from classic rock icons. Highlights from Erelli’s career include 13 solo albums; three records with his bluegrass band Barnstar!; sideman stints accompanying Marc Cohn, Paula Cole, and Josh Ritter; and a pair of records he produced for GRAMMY-winning songwriter Lori McKenna.
In the summer of 2020, he faced a profound personal challenge when he was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (RP), a degenerative eye disease, after a two decade-long career. This diagnosis raised questions about how his diminishing eyesight might affect his songwriting and creative insight. These concerns and his quest for creative expression are central themes in his newest album, Lay Your Darkness Down.
Lay Your Darkness Down follows his 2020 album Blindsided, which received high praise from Rolling Stone Country, Associated Press, NPR, The Boston Globe, and other notable outlets. Folk Alley encourages people to “listen close; there’s sure to be something in there to break your heart a split second before it leads you straight to grace.” Whether he’s wielding a pen or a Telecaster, Mark Erelli’s music welcomes the casual listener, and richly rewards those who choose to dig deeper.
Lifting Voices Together
Throughout the night, you’ll have the opportunity to support Wellspring’s critical programs to bring housing, job training, education and career readiness to thousands of community members who are working with us to transform their futures. In addition to incredible performances from three nationally acclaimed artists, Wellspring will have a paddle raise, plus a fun live auction to support their valuable programs and services.
Ticket Prices: $150, $125, $100
VIP EXPERIENCE: Additional $100/person added to any ticket – limited availability
Pre-concert Cocktail reception at Shalin Liu Performance Center in the third floor reception hall

Changes in Latitudes
2025-06-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Changes In Latitudes is the ultimate Jimmy Buffett tribute band, renowned for delivering an authentic concert experience. Traveling across the country for over sixteen years, they bring lively conga lines and ‘Trop Rock’ fun to every venue. With members from Jimmy Buffett’s “Coral Reefer Band,” they flawlessly recreate Buffett’s classics like “Margaritaville”, “Cheeseburger In Paradise”, and “Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes”.
This beach party extravaganza also features hits like “Brown Eyed Girl”, “Southern Cross”, and “It’s Five O’clock Somewhere”. Led by Steve Kareta’s casual storytelling akin to Jimmy, it’s a sun-soaked musical journey through the Caribbean islands. Their attention to detail includes an exact replica of Buffett’s iconic stage setup, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Thelarcom.org/changesinlatitudes
