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SUMMARY:MUSICIANS FROM MARLBORO
DESCRIPTION:Sangyoon Kim\, clarinet | Maria Ioudenitch\, violin | Stephanie Zyzak\, violin | Hiroki Kasai\, viola | Natalie Loughran\, viola | Peter Stumpf\, cello | Evren Ozel\, piano \n“Not only is the virtuosity of Musicians from Marlboro consistently jaw-dropping\, but the freshness\, rich imagination and sheer vitality of their playing is enough to make even the most jaded concertgoer edge to the front of their seat” (Washington Post). The second Marlboro touring program of the season shines a light on Schumann before concluding with Brahms’s Clarinet Quintet\, one of his great autumnal masterworks and a piece of extraordinary emotional depth. \nPROGRAM\nSCHUMANN: Märchenerzählungen\, Op. 132\nKURTÁG: Hommage a R. Schumann\, Op. 15d\nSCHUMANN: String Quartet in F Major\, Op. 41\, No. 2\nIntermission\nBRAHMS: Clarinet Quintet in B Minor\, Op. 115 \n“…so fresh and full-blooded\, so full of earthy vitality and sheer sensual pleasure\, that it made you happy to be alive.”\n– Washington Post
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/musicians-from-marlboro/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Crys Matthews
DESCRIPTION:Hailed as “the next Woody Guthrie\,” Crys Matthews is among the brightest stars of the new generation of social justice music-making. Returning to Rockport with her Black History Month program\, she blends Americana\, jazz and blues into a bold\, complex performance steeped in traditional melodies and punctuated by honest\, original lyrics. \n“rising folk music star” -Ann Powers\, NPR\n“Hopeful\, impassioned” – American Songwriter \nABOUT THE ARTIST \nAlready being hailed as “the next Woody Guthrie\,” Crys Matthews is among the brightest stars of the new generation of social justice music-makers. A powerful lyricist whose songs of compassionate dissent reflect her lived experience as what she lightheartedly calls “the poster-child for intersectionality\,” Justin Hiltner of Bluegrass Situation called Matthews’s gift “a reminder of what beauty can occur when we bridge those divides.” She is made for these times and\, with the release of her new\, hope-fueled\, love-filled social justice album Changemakers\, Matthews hopes to take her place alongside some of her heroes in the world of social-justice music like Sweet Honey in the Rock and Holly Near. Of Matthews\, ASCAP VP & Creative Director Eric Philbrook says\, “By wrapping honest emotions around her socially conscious messages and dynamically delivering them with a warm heart and a strong voice\, she lifts our spirits just when we need it most in these troubled times. \n”Matthews began performing in 2010\, but cemented her acclaim at Lincoln Center as the 2017 New Song Music and Performance Competition grand prize winner. That year she also released two new projects—her album of thoughtful songs on love and life called The Imagineers\, and her EP called Battle Hymn for an Army of Lovers\, which tackles social justice themes. Matthews also won the People’s Music Network’s Social Justice Songs contest at the Northeast Regional Folk Alliance. Loyal fans quickly followed as Matthews racked up performances at large music festivals and prestigious venues across the country including the Sundance Film Festival\, Kerrville Folk Festival\, and locally at venues like The Birchmere\, TheHamilton\, Millennium Stage at the Kennedy Center\, and Jammin’ Java. In her TedTalk about difficult conversations called “Sing\, Don’t Shout—An Alternative Approach” Matthews spoke about being born and raised in a small town in southeastern NorthCarolina by an A.M.E.preacher\, and how she witnessed the power of music from an early age. A former drum major and classically-trained clarinetist turned folk singer\, Matthews is using her voice to answer Dr. Martin Luther King’s call to be “a drum major for justice.” \n“I believe in hope\,” Matthews said. “As a social-justice songwriter\, it is my duty to keep breathing that hope and encouragement into the people who listen to my music.” And\, from the title track to the last track\, Changemakers does just that all while tackling some heavy topics like immigration\, the opioid crisis\, Black Lives Matter\, and gun safety to name a few.“ Ani DiFranco said\, “People used to make records as in a record of an event\,” said Matthews\, “so I hope that these songs will serve as a time capsule\, a record of the events of the last four years and what it was like to live through them.” Crys Matthews’s thoughtful\, realistic and emotional songs speak to the voice of our generation and remind us why music indeed soothes the soul. \n“A passionate and powerful blend of infectious Americana melodies and folky instrumentation\, Matthews delivers her honest songwriting through a beautifully raw and unfiltered lens. Oozing soul\, her voice bleeds with emotion and gratitude\, while simple piano melodies and upbeat percussion fill you with appreciation and love for the people around us who fight for change.” — Ear Milk
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/crys-matthews/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Florence & the Uffizi Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Florence and the Uffizi Gallery is a journey into the Italian Renaissance through the most beautiful\, representative works of art of the period. It is a totally immersive and unique experience and allows the audience to see\, listen\, feel and savor the most outstanding and celebrated breeding ground of creativity in the history of art. \nThe film follows a trail of over 10 museums and 150 artworks amongst the most well-known in the world. It is an artistic foray into Florence taking in everything from the Brancacci Chapel to the Bargello National Museum\, from Palazzo Medici\, to the narrow city streets and Brunelleschi’s Dome\, from Palazzo Vecchio to the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia Gallery\, without neglecting picture postcard places such as the Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria. \nFlorence is the artistic home to legendary figures like Michelangelo\, Brunelleschi\, Raphael\, Leonardo and Botticelli. \nApprox. runtime: 91 minutes
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/florence-the-uffizi-gallery/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:Dianne Reeves
DESCRIPTION:Five-time Grammy winner Dianne Reeves is the world’s pre-eminent jazz vocalist. As a result of her virtuosity\, improvisational prowess and unique jazz and R&B stylings\, Reeves received the Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal Performance for three consecutive recordings—a Grammy first in any vocal category. She’s touring with Brazilian jazz guitar virtuoso Romero Lubambo. \n“Reeves’ voice ran across the rhythm\, smooth and liquid…Lubambo’s classical guitar solo had a Spanish feel and swung joyfully.”\n– UK Jazz News \nABOUT THE ARTISTS \nDIANNE REEVES \nLegendary jazz vocalist Dianne Reeves has recorded and performed with Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra. She has also recorded with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra conducted by Daniel Barenboim and was a featured soloist with Sir Simon Rattle and the Berlin Philharmonic. Reeves was the first Creative Chair for Jazz for the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the first vocalist to ever perform at the famed Walt Disney Concert Hall. \nReeves worked with legendary producer Arif Mardin (Norah Jones\, Aretha Franklin) on the Grammy winning A Little Moonlight\, an intimate collection of standards featuring her touring trio. When Reeves’ holiday collection Christmas Time is Here was released\, Ben Ratliff of The New York Times raved\, “Ms. Reeves\, a jazz singer of frequently astonishing skill\, takes the assignment seriously; this is one of the best jazz Christmas CD’s I’ve heard.” \nFeatured in George Clooney’s six-time Academy Award nominated Good Night\, and Good Luck\, Reeves won the Best Jazz Vocal Grammy for the film’s soundtrack. \nIn recent years Reeves has toured the world in a variety of contexts including “Sing the Truth\,” a musical celebration of Nina Simone which also featured Lizz Wright and Angelique Kidjo. She performed at the White House on multiple occasions including President Obama’s State Dinner for the President of China as well as the Governors’ Ball. \nReeves’ most recent release Beautiful Life\, features Gregory Porter\, Robert Glasper\, Lalah Hathaway and Esperanza Spalding. Produced by Terri Lyne Carrington\, Beautiful Life won a Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal Performance. Reeves is the recipient of honorary doctorates from Berklee College of Music and the Juilliard School. In 2022\, Reeves was the featured vocalist on the soundtrack of The Woman King starring Viola Davis. Reeves has been designated a Jazz Master by The National Endowment for the Arts—the highest honor the United States bestows on jazz artists. \nROMERO LUMAMBO \nIn 1985\, Romero Lubambo came to the United States and brought with him a new sound in Brazilian jazz guitar. Romero’s guitar playing unites the styles and rhythms of his native Brazilian musical heritage with his fluency in the American jazz tradition to form a distinctive new sound. After arriving in New York City\, Romero quickly established himself as a “first call” session and touring guitarist who was in demand not only for his authentic Brazilian sound\, but also for his command with a variety of styles. \nLubambo has performed and recorded with many outstanding artists\, including Dianne Reeves\, Billie Eilish\, Angelique Kidjo\, Michael Brecker\, Yo-Yo Ma\, Kathleen Battle\, Diana Krall\, Herbie Mann\, Wynton Marsalis\, Gal Costa\, Kurt Elling\, Kenny Barron\, Luciana Souza\, Cyro Baptista\, Sergio and Odair Assad\, Ivan Lins\, Grover Washington Jr.\, Vernon Reid\, Flora Purim and Airto\, Paquito D’Rivera\, Harry Belafonte\, Larry Coryell\, Gato Barbieri\, Leny Andrade\, James Carter\, Paula Robison\, Dave Weckl\, Jason Miles\, Cesar Camargo Mariano and many others.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/dianne-reeves/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Music,Theatre
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SUMMARY:A Valentine's Song Circle: Perfect Harmony
DESCRIPTION:Alexandra Grace | Corey Wrinn | Matt Rich | Charlie Weld \nGet up close and personal with incredible local talent at our Upstairs on Main concert series! Grab a beer (or wine) at the bar\, sit with friends and enjoy the intimate\, lounge-like atmosphere on the third floor of the hall. \nCelebrate Valentine’s Day with an intimate acoustic evening featuring talented\, young Cape Ann singer/songwriters. A Valentine’s Song Circle: Perfect Harmony invites you to experience the joy of music and connection\, as performers share songs of love\, harmony and togetherness in an enchanting setting. Perfect for couples\, friends\, and music lovers alike! \nA Romantic Evening of Songs! \nABOUT THE ARTISTS\nAlexandra Grace\nIndie folk songwriter Alexandra Grace has performed around the New England area and released 2 EPs\, ‘Solstice’ and ‘The Archer\,’ since graduating from Berklee College of Music in 2020. Her songs have landed on well-known playlists and radio stations. \nCorey Wrinn\nSince mid-2013\, singer-songwriter Corey Wrinn has worked on a variety of creative projects. \nMatt Rich\nBorn and raised in Gloucester\, Massachusetts\, the lead guitarist of folk band Northwest Fox has emerged as a prolific solo artist in recent years. \nCharlie Weld\nBoston-based singer-songwriter Charlie Weld\, who has roots in Manchester by the Sea\, creates immersive experiences in melodic disguises.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/a-valentines-song-circle-perfect-harmony/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Fair/Festival,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T193000
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SUMMARY:A Valentine's Movie Night: The Proposal
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Valentine’s Night in Rockport with Romance\, Laughter and Jazz! \nJoin us for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day featuring the romantic comedy The Proposal! Relive the charm of Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds\, who once filmed right here in Rockport\, MA—transforming our coastal town into the scenic Sitka\, Alaska. Fun fact: The mercantile shop in the movie was the old Madras Shop\, which eventually became the stunning Shalin Liu Performance Center! \nAfter the film\, head upstairs to our intimate jazz club with the Adria Smith Jazz Trio for a cozy evening for two. Sip on some wine\, relax\, and let the smooth sounds of jazz set the perfect mood for your Valentine’s night. \nWhether you’re reminiscing about The Proposal or simply looking for a magical evening with your special someone\, this event promises romance\, nostalgia and great music. \nReserve your spot today for a night to remember!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/a-valentines-movie-night-the-proposal/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Fair/Festival,Film,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T190000
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SUMMARY:Cape Ann Jazz Workshop Showcase with Alexa Tarantino
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an incredible performance of young jazz musicians (alongside a professional ensemble)\, led by saxophonist and Cape Ann Jazz Workshop director Alexa Tarantino. This showcase features student musicians from the previous summer workshops highlighting their impressive jazz skills. This concert is part of jazz outreach activities that Alexa hosts each winter\, where she brings the excitement of the jazz workshop into classrooms on the North Shore and beyond. \n“dashing and extraordinary” – The Strad Magazine \nABOUT ALEXA TARANTINO \nIn the words of Wynton Marsalis\, Alexa Tarantino is a “one-woman wrecking crew\, […] an indomitable force for expression\, education\, and absolute excellence.” The vibrant and versatile jazz saxophone & woodwind artist has been triple-nominated as a Rising Star Alto Saxophonist by Downbeat Magazine’s Critics’ Poll from 2020-2022\, was named one of the Top 5 Alto Saxophonists of 2019 by the JazzTimes Critics’ Poll\, and was one of 100 alumni to receive the Centennial Award from the Eastman School of Music (2022). Alexa “lights up rooms when she [plays]” (JazzTimes). Her radiant spirit and artistry uplifts and inspires her audiences one performance at a time. Alexa tours worldwide with Cecile McLorin Salvant\, ARTEMIS\, and the Alexa Tarantino Quartet. She appears frequently with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Her records (Firefly\, Clarity\, Winds of Change) and compositions have consistently topped jazz radio charts\, and her discography includes 25+ released recordings as a leader and/or sidewoman. Tarantino is in-demand internationally as an energetic and impactful clinician\, mentor\, and coach and also represents Jazz at Lincoln Center as a visiting educator for various programs with students of all ages and levels. She holds a master’s degree in Jazz Studies from The Juilliard School and bachelor’s degrees in Jazz Saxophone Performance and Music Education with a certificate in Arts Leadership from the Eastman School of Music. Alexa is Founder and Artistic Director of the Cape Ann Jazz Workshop in Rockport\, Massachusetts (est. 2014). Alexa Tarantino is a Vandoren Artist\, a Yamaha Performing Artist\, and endorses BAM Instrument Cases. \nFree\, Reservations Encouraged
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/cape-ann-jazz-workshop-showcase-with-alexa-tarantino/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T163000
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SUMMARY:Cape Ann Youth Chorus
DESCRIPTION:Kristina Martin & Thomas Smoker\, co-directors \nRockport Music’s Cape Ann Youth Chorus brings a program full of fun and joy with their inaugural winter concert. \nABOUT THE CAPE ANN YOUTH CHORUS \nRockport 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. \nThe 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. \nFree\, Reservations Encouraged
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/cape-ann-youth-chorus/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T123000
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SUMMARY:Kiyoshi Hayashi
DESCRIPTION:BEYOND THE MUSIC TALK SERIES \nHave you ever wondered what paths a musician might take outside of performing? In this new interactive talk series\, you’ll meet several musicians who speak about their own unique creative space. \nKiyoshi Hayashi is a professional violinist\, health and career coach\, speaker\, and entrepreneur based in Boston\, MA. He is the founder and Managing Director of Rasa String Quartet\, is a Co-Artistic Director of Palaver Strings and is the Career Advising Manager at the New England Conservatory of Music. In this talk\, Kiyoshi shares how to design a happy\, healthy and fulfilling career as a musician. \nKiyoshi is passionate about using music to catalyze social change and empowering young musicians in developing the business skills and holistic lifestyle necessary to design meaningful and sustainable careers. Kiyoshi is a NASM certified personal trainer and graduated from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in 2017. He has over 7 years of experience working in the wellness industry\, working first as a personal trainer at Equinox Fitness Club\, and then launching his personal coaching business where he has served over 30 musicians — helping them achieve their career and wellness goals. \nAdditionally\, Kiyoshi has given workshops at the New England Conservatory of Music\, the Longy School of Music\, Palaver Strings\, and Vital Village Network on topics such as: how to make behavior change\, designing a fulfilling and sustainable career\, entrepreneurship for the modern musician\, confidence and mindset\, and stress management. \nFree\, reservations encouraged.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/kiyoshi-hayashi/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T123000
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Music Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Kiyoshi Hayashi\nDesigning a Happy\, Healthy & Fulfilling Career as a Musician \nBEYOND THE MUSIC TALK SERIES \nHave you ever wondered what paths a musician might take outside of performing? In this new interactive talk series\, you’ll meet several musicians who speak about their own unique creative space. \nKiyoshi Hayashi is a professional violinist\, health and career coach\, speaker\, and entrepreneur based in Boston\, MA. He is the founder and Managing Director of Rasa String Quartet\, is a Co-Artistic Director of Palaver Strings and is the Career Advising Manager at the New England Conservatory of Music. In this talk\, Kiyoshi shares how to design a happy\, healthy and fulfilling career as a musician. \nKiyoshi is passionate about using music to catalyze social change and empowering young musicians in developing the business skills and holistic lifestyle necessary to design meaningful and sustainable careers. Kiyoshi is a NASM certified personal trainer and graduated from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in 2017. He has over 7 years of experience working in the wellness industry\, working first as a personal trainer at Equinox Fitness Club\, and then launching his personal coaching business where he has served over 30 musicians — helping them achieve their career and wellness goals. \nAdditionally\, Kiyoshi has given workshops at the New England Conservatory of Music\, the Longy School of Music\, Palaver Strings\, and Vital Village Network on topics such as: how to make behavior change\, designing a fulfilling and sustainable career\, entrepreneurship for the modern musician\, confidence and mindset\, and stress management. \nFree\, reservations encouraged.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/beyond-the-music-talk-series/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T213000
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SUMMARY:Mike Dawes\, guitar
DESCRIPTION:Regarded as one of the world’s most creative modern fingerstyle guitarists with a repertoire spanning original viral videos and popular arrangements\, Mike Dawes also enjoys mainstream chart success performing alongside Justin Hayward of The Moody Blues. He is an English guitarist known for composing\, arranging and performing multiple parts simultaneously on a single guitar. \n“He’s one of the finest I’ve ever heard”\n– Rick Beato of Youtube \nABOUT THE ARTIST \nMike Dawes was named ‘Best Acoustic Guitarist in the World’ two years in a row (2017 & 2018) by Total Guitar Magazine & MusicRadar reader polls\, with numerous 2nd place rankings in the proceeding years. YouTube personality Rick Beato named Mike “one of the finest acoustic guitar players in the world.” \nHis debut release\, a solo guitar arrangement of Gotye’s ‘Somebody That I Used to Know\,’ quickly became a viral hit with tens of millions of views on YouTube. This success has been duplicated and expanded upon numerous times since with songs like ‘One\,’ ‘The Impossible\,’ and ‘Jump’ across multiple video platforms. \nHis reputation has invited him opportunities to collaborate with GRAMMY Award-winning artists such as Tommy Emmanuel\, with whom he recorded the duet record “Accomplice Vol. 3\,” and the GRAMMY-nominated metal band Periphery\, with whom Mike joined on their 2024 double single release. \nMike is featured on multiple Justin Hayward live releases\, including Spirits…Live\, which debuted at #2 on the US Billboard Chart. Dawes also has a strong reputation as an educator\, acting as a columnist for Guitar World and Acoustic Guitar magazines\, as well as teaching guitar masterclasses all over the world\, creating apps\, publishing degree-level literature\, appearing as a TV judge on SKY TV’s Guitar Star and more. \nRecently\, he contributed electric guitars to Mentrix and Gareth Croker’s stunning soundtrack to Ubisoft’s Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown\, with other session work featured on TV shows such as AMC’s Better Call Saul. \nMike’s passion\, however\, is performing. He has shared the stage with acts as diverse as Tommy Emmanuel\, Christopher Cross\, Periphery\, The Aristocrats\, Justin Hayward\, and the Athens State Orchestra in 2023 alone. \nHis third studio album\, Galactic Acid\, released in August 2024.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/mike-dawes-guitar/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T142000
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SUMMARY:Perugino: Eternal Renaissance
DESCRIPTION:Discover Perugino\, one of the most revered artists of the 15th Century on the 500th Anniversary of his death. \nJourney through Italy to discover his great masterpieces\, from the frescoes of the Sistine Chapel to the two rooms entirely dedicated to him in the National Gallery of Umbria. Spectators will be led on a guided discovery of the artist’s harmonious work: a perfect balance between man and nature\, realism and idealism\, as seen in paintings such as “The Delivery of the Keys” in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel\, “Lamentation over the Dead Christ” in the Galleria Palatina in Florence\, the “Pietà” and “Agony in the Garden” in the Uffizi Gallery. \nApprox. runtime: 80 minutes
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/perugino-eternal-renaissance/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T210000
DTSTAMP:20241106T183237Z
CREATED:20241106T183237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T183237Z
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SUMMARY:Rum Runners String Band
DESCRIPTION:Get up close and personal with incredible local talent during our Upstairs on Main concert series! Grab a beer (or wine) at the bar\, sit with friends and enjoy the intimate\, lounge-like atmosphere on the third floor of the hall! Dancing is encouraged! \nEnjoy the North Shore-based rising star string band as they play a mix of gypsy jazz\, folk\, Americana\, old time country\, and fiddle tunes along with some original songs. \nTickets: $18 seated | $8 standard \nNOTE: Come ready to mingle\, dance & laugh with friends and enjoy the show! Our Upstairs on Main series is meant for folks to kick up their heels and enjoy the casual\, pub-like energy of the third floor lounge.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/rum-runners-string-band/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T210000
DTSTAMP:20241106T183205Z
CREATED:20241106T183205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T183205Z
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SUMMARY:Headlands - John Rockwell\, vocals\, guitar | Amy Rich\, vocals | Eric Wilson\, mandolin\, vocals
DESCRIPTION:Get up close and personal with incredible local talent during our Upstairs on Main concert series. Grab a beer (or wine) at the bar\, sit with friends and enjoy the intimate\, lounge-like atmosphere on the third floor of the hall. Dancing is encouraged! \nRockport’s own beloved Americana band! With their exciting three-part vocals that put their stamp on whichever musical genre they choose\, HEADLANDS has been playing at clubs\, restaurants\, outdoor festivals and private events since 2017. Whether an acoustic trio or a full-blown rock band with percussion\, fiddle and horns\, you can be sure HEADLANDS treat their audiences to thrilling harmonies\, tight arrangements and humor!​ \nTickets: $18 seated | $8 standing \nNOTE: Come ready to mingle\, dance & laugh with friends and enjoy the show! Our Upstairs on Main series is meant for folks to kick up their heels and enjoy the casual\, pub-like energy of the third floor lounge.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/headlands-john-rockwell-vocals-guitar-amy-rich-vocals-eric-wilson-mandolin-vocals/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T163000
DTSTAMP:20241021T135044Z
CREATED:20241021T135044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T135044Z
UID:10009741-1737903600-1737909000@northofboston.org
SUMMARY:Boston City Singers
DESCRIPTION:The accomplished Boston City Singers returns\, bringing their evocative Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day program back to Rockport. Enjoy an afternoon of free music from some of New England’s most talented youth singers. \nFree\, Reservations Encouraged. \nABOUT THE ARTISTS \nBoston City Singers serves 500 extraordinary singers aged 4 – 18 in 15 different programs\, most of whom live in the Boston’s urban neighborhoods. Our music and creative youth development programs are located in Dorchester\, Jamaica Plain and North Cambridge. Admission is need-blind. Tuition is based on a sliding scale and no child is denied access to our programs for lack of family resources. \nWith robust social justice initiatives and strong leadership programs\, Boston City Singers members are supported on an upward trajectory. One hundred percent of our graduates are accepted at 4-year colleges. Alumni\, many of whom come from at-risk neighborhoods\, have gone on to attend leading universities including Harvard (6)\, Julliard\, University of Massachusetts\, Boston University\, Oberlin\, Stanford\, Columbia and New York University\, most with substantial scholarship. Graduates are educators\, government policy experts and social workers\, musicians and arts administrators\, engineers\, college recruiters\, medical professionals and financiers. \nBoston City Singers’ TOUR CHOIR is our most programmatic and time-intensive program. Members\, aged 11–18 prepare music in many languages in 2–9 parts\, and take regular movement and improvisation classes. Many also participate in the World Rhythm Ensemble\, which performs separately and in most major Boston City Singers’ concerts. The Tour Choir travels internationally in alternating years to expand their cultural\, historical and geographic knowledge and perform in concerts and festivals. They have travelled to South Africa\, New Zealand and Australia\, Costa Rica\, Argentina\, Canada\, the Czech Republic\, Croatia and Bosnia + Herzegovina.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/boston-city-singers/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T160000
DTSTAMP:20241021T145700Z
CREATED:20241021T145700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T145700Z
UID:10009742-1737808200-1737820800@northofboston.org
SUMMARY:Aida
DESCRIPTION:Production: Michael Mayer | Set Designer: Christine Jones | Costume Designer: Susan Hilferty | Lighting Designer: Kevin Adams | Projection Designer: 59 Productions | Choreographer: Oleg Glushkov \nYannick Nézet-Séguin (Conductor)\, Angel Blue (Aida)\, Judit Kutasi (Amneris)\, Piotr Beczała (Radamès)\, Quinn Kelsey (Amonasro)\, Dmitry Belosselskiy (Ramfis)\, Morris Robinson (King) \nAmerican soprano Angel Blue headlines as the Ethiopian princess torn between love and country in a new production of Verdi’s Aida by Michael Mayer that brings audiences inside the towering pyramids and gilded tombs of ancient Egypt with intricate projections and dazzling animations. Romanian-Hungarian mezzo-soprano Judit Kutasi also stars as Aida’s rival\, Amneris\, alongside Polish tenor Piotr Beczała as the soldier Radamès—completing opera’s greatest love triangle. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium to conduct the January 25 performance\, which will be transmitted live from the Metropolitan Opera stage to cinemas worldwide. \nApprox. runtime: 3:38 [1 Intermission] \nTicket Prices \nSubscriptions: purchase all productions & save 10%\nSingle Tickets: $30\, $27 (plus $3/ticket fee)
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/aida/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T163000
DTSTAMP:20241016T194207Z
CREATED:20241016T194207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T194207Z
UID:10009739-1737298800-1737304200@northofboston.org
SUMMARY:TRIO BOHÉMO
DESCRIPTION:Matouš Pěruška\, violin | Kristina Vocetková\, cello | Jan Vojtek\, piano \nWinners of the Parkhouse Award\, Joseph Haydn Chamber Music Competition and the Johannes Brahms Competition\, the Trio Bohémo are known to bring “precision\, dedication and a spark of magic” (Göttingen review) to their performances. \nPROGRAM \nSMETANA: Piano Trio in G Minor\, Op. 15\nDVORAK: Piano Trio No. 4 in E Minor\, Op. 90 ‘Dumky’\nCHRISTOU: Dvořák in Cyprus \nABOUT \nShortly after its formation in 2019\, the trio’s talent and deep musicality became apparent. They received numerous awards: first they caused a stir at the Gianni Bergamo Award in Lugano\, Switzerland\, where they were awarded second prize. Due to this success\, the trio was accepted into the “Le Dimore del Quartetto” network\, which later awarded them the prize for Ensemble of the Year 2021. In the same summer they received several special prizes at the “ISA Festival” in Austria such as for the best interpretations of Viennese Classical Music\, work by Bohuslav Martinů or the Czech Contemporary Chamber Music. A few days later they won first prize at the “International Filippo Nicosia Award” in Italy. \nIn 2021\, Trio Bohémo not only received the first prize\, but also the audience prize at the “International Johannes Brahms Competition” in Austria and only a few weeks later they won the “International Parkhouse Award” in London. \nDuring 2022 and 2023\, Trio Bohémo continued to achieve successes on the competition circuit and with their debuts. The trio was on BBC Radio’s 3 ‘In Tune’ show. This was followed by first prize and prize for the best interpretation of the composition by S. Vainiunas at the “Stasys Vainiunas International Chamber Music Competition” in Vilnius\, Lithuania. A few days later they were awarded the top prize at the “International Joseph Joachim Competition” in Weimar (without awarding the first prize) and prize for best performance of a contemporary piece. The “ISA Festival” in Austria once again gave Trio Bohémo an award\, this time for the best chamber music ensemble with piano. \nIn 2023 they received first prize\, prize for the best interpretation of Joseph Haydn\, and the audience prize at the “International Joseph Haydn Chamber Music Competition” in Vienna. The trio also won third prize and the audience prize at the “Melbourne International Chamber Music Competition” in Australia\, and they were awarded three special prizes at the “ARD International Music Competition”. On top of that\, Trio Bohémo was selected to receive the prestigious prize of the “Czech Chamber Music Society”. \nThanks to the generous support of Dr. Jan Telenský Matouš plays on an impeccable copy of the Antonio Stradivari ‘Willemotte’ violin made by Florian Leonhard and on a unique violin by Matteo Goffriller.​ Kristina plays a beautiful cello by Fausto Maria Bertucci.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/trio-bohemo/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T210000
DTSTAMP:20241021T145627Z
CREATED:20241021T145627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T145627Z
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SUMMARY:Yacouba Sissoko\, kora & Mike Block\, cello
DESCRIPTION:In this Global Journeys series concert\, master kora player Yacouba Sissoko and cellist Mike Block bring a musical collaboration ranging from traditional West African songs and stories to Appalachian tunes. \nYACOUBA SISSOKO \nMaster kora player Yacouba Sissoko devotes his musical gift to expand the awareness of West African history and culture\, spread the word of peace\, and empower his listeners to take charge and realize their imagined futures. His performances have a magical effect on audiences as he skillfully transforms traditional songs and stories that he learned from his forefathers into modern day messages of peace\, love\, and harmony. \nHis flexible virtuosity\, which enables him to move seamlessly from one musical genre to another\, has attracted the attention of an array of musicians who have sought him out as a collaborator. All the while\, Yacoba exposes new audiences to the enchanting sounds of the kora—a 21-stringed instrument that is plucked and produces a distinctive sound that is quickly associated with West Africa. \nYacouba steadily performs with music festivals across North America. He has performed at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washington DC; the Playboy Jazz Festival in Los Angeles; the New York Family Arts Festival; the Grant Park Music Festival in Millennium Park\, Chicago; the Portland Jazz Festival; the Detroit Jazz Festival; and the Monterey Jazz Festival. \nRooted to give back to the community\, Yacouba regularly performs cultural programs and benefit concerts. He works in partnership with La Maison d’Art Gallery in Harlem as a collaborator inviting other world musicians to take part in the gallery’s events. He regularly performs for the Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial\, Educational\, and Cultural Center. He also provides workshops and presentations to primary school and university students. Recognizing his educational contributions\, in 2007 he was selected as a Teaching Artist by the Weill Music Institute at Carnegie Hall and Carnegie’s Musical Explorers program. \nYacouba continues to blend his virtuosity effortlessly with other musical styles\, whether in Indian ragas or Appalachian tunes. Currently\, Yacouba can be seen performing regularly with Regina Carter and his own band\, SIYA. \nMIKE BLOCK \nMike Block is a multi-style cello player\, composer\, singer\, and educator\, with a passion for cross-cultural collaborations. Hailed as “one of the bravest\, most intriguing musicians on the American fusion scene.” (Gramophone)\, he was acclaimed by the New York Times for his “vital rich-hued solo playing”\, and “a true artist… a sight to behold” by Salt Lake City Desert News. In addition to solo performances\, Mike touring bands include Biribá Union\, Mike Block Trio\, duo with Indian tabla player Sandeep Das\, and a West-African fusion band with Balla Kouyaté. Since 2005\, Mike has been a member of the Silk Road Ensemble\, founded by Yo-Yo Ma\, with which he earned a 2017 Grammy® Award. \nAs an innovator\, Mike is among the first wave of cellists to adopt a strap to stand and move while performing using his own patented design\, The Block Strap\, and is the Musical Instrument Consultant for Forte3D\, the world’s first 3D-Printed carbon fiber cello. In 2020\, Mike founded Play For The Vote \, which organizes musical performances at polling locations across the country on Election Days\, with the goal of creating a more positive voting experience. \nAs an educator\, Mike is dedicated to creating transformative experiences\, and is the Founder/Director of the Mike Block String Camp in Vero Beach\, FL\, Silkroad’s Global Musician Workshop in Boston\, MA and Hangzhou\, China\, and teaches over 400 cello students online through his Multi-Style Cello School at ArtistWorks.com. Since 2018 he has been on faculty at the New England Conservatory.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/yacouba-sissoko-kora-mike-block-cello/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shalin Liu Performance Center":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T210000
DTSTAMP:20241112T174732Z
CREATED:20241112T174732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T174732Z
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SUMMARY:Songwriter's Circle: Roots-Rock & Soul
DESCRIPTION:Get up close and personal with incredible local talent at our Upstairs on Main concert series! Grab a beer (or wine) at the bar\, sit with friends and enjoy the intimate\, lounge-like atmosphere on the third floor of the hall. \nJoin Cape Ann’s own Dan King as he goes back to his roots in Rockport to host a classic Song Circle. Enjoy a relaxed\, café-style evening where four experienced songwriters share songs and stories\, offering a unique and engaging musical experience. \nA Songwriter’s Circle
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/songwriters-circle-roots-rock-soul/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T203000
DTSTAMP:20241007T162021Z
CREATED:20241007T162021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T162021Z
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SUMMARY:Soggy Po Boys
DESCRIPTION:Stu Dias\, vocals/guitar | Eric Klaxton- clarinet/soprano sax | Josh Gagnon\, trombone | Nick Mainella\, tenor sax | Mike Effenberger\, piano | Brian Waterhouse\, drums | Scott Kiefner\, bass \nThe Soggy Po Boys spread the good news of New Orleans music across the northeast and beyond\, playing at concert halls and street corners; music festivals and burlesque festivals; bars and libraries; wherever the party requires. \nThe Soggy Po Boys\, native to New England\, have quickly become an institution. They are spreading the good news of New Orleans music across the northeast and beyond\, playing at concert halls and street corners; music festivals and burlesque festivals; bars and libraries; wherever the party requires. Part of the beauty of New Orleans music is that it’s celebrated and appreciated wherever it goes\, from the street to the theater. \nThe Po Boys formed in 2012 to shake the walls of a local club on a Fat Tuesday but have honed their sound and become more than a Mardi Gras centerpiece. Exploring the vast musical traditions of New Orleans and expanding their repertoire to look beyond NOLA jazz\, the band includes traditional Caribbean tunes (it’s been said that New Orleans is the northernmost city in the Caribbean)\, as well as Meters funk\, soul\, and brass band / street beat music. \nThere are a myriad of traditions that flow into New Orleans culture just as there are tributaries that feed the Mississippi\, and the Po Boys are eager to explore what makes the music of New Orleans so damn special. You’ll hear the heavy influence of the New Orleans sound across the band and in the stories told by their original tunes. Despite the scope of its sound\, the outfit is only seven people\, and thrives on the interplay and group dynamics that bring this music to life.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/soggy-po-boys-2/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T203000
DTSTAMP:20241007T162110Z
CREATED:20241007T162110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T162110Z
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SUMMARY:Abigale Reisman
DESCRIPTION:BEYOND THE MUSIC TALK SERIES \nHave you ever wondered what paths a musician might take outside of performing? In this new interactive talk series\, you’ll meet several musicians who speak about their own unique creative space. \nAbigale Reisman is a member of the International Jewish Music Festival award-winning Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band\, as well as a co-founder of Thread Ensemble\, an experimental trio that creates music out of interactions with their audiences. In this talk\, Abigale discusses the musical threads that connect classical and klezmer music. \nAbigale Reisman is a violinist\, composer\, improviser\, and educator. She is a co-founder of Thread Ensemble\, an experimental trio that creates music out of interactions with their audiences. She is a member of Tredici Bacci\, which was featured in Rolling Stone’s “10 Artists You Need to Know: November 2016”. She is also a composer\, arranger\, and performer in the International Jewish Music Festival award-winning band\, Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band. Abigale earned her Bachelor’s degree at The Manhattan School of Music in Classical Violin Performance and went on to receive her Master’s degree at The New England Conservatory in Contemporary Improvisation. She has toured the world performing klezmer\, classical\, pop\, and experimental music. Abigale has had the privilege to share the stage with great musicians such as Father John Misty\, David Krakauer\, Amanda Palmer\, Jeffery Zeigler\, Sarah Jarosz\, Hankus Netsky\, The Ballroom Thieves\, and Anthony Coleman.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/abigale-reisman/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T163000
DTSTAMP:20241106T183055Z
CREATED:20241106T183055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T183055Z
UID:10010295-1735484400-1735489800@northofboston.org
SUMMARY:Cassandre McKinley
DESCRIPTION:Get up close and personal with incredible local talent during our Upstairs on Main concert series! Grab a beer (or wine) at the bar\, sit with friends and enjoy the intimate\, lounge-like atmosphere on the third floor of the hall! Dancing is encouraged! \nCassandre McKinley channels a vast spectrum of genres that include soul\, jazz\, blues\, R&B\, pop and country\, and has unwittingly unified them into a singular sound that is primitively hers. \n“Her style comes closest to that of (to my ears) singers like Eva Cassidy and Norah Jones in that she carefully straddles the line between jazz and pop without ever drifting too far to one side or the other.”\n– John Crossett\, Aural Musings
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/cassandre-mckinley/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T213000
DTSTAMP:20240916T163639Z
CREATED:20240916T163639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T163639Z
UID:10009041-1734811200-1734816600@northofboston.org
SUMMARY:Livingston Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the much anticipated return of folk’s legendary Livingston Taylor\, performing such hits as “Carolina Day\,” “Get out of Bed\,” “I Will Be in Love with You” and “I’ll Come Running.” From upbeat storytelling to touching ballads inspired by a varied repertoire of folk\, pop\, gospel and jazz\, Taylor is known for his ability to take audiences on a musical journey. \nABOUT\nLivingston Taylor’s musical journey began at 13 when he picked up his first guitar\, sparking a career spanning over five decades. By 19\, Livingston had recorded his first album\, and he has since been crafting original songs and interpreting classics\, earning a dedicated global fanbase. His hits like “Carolina Day” and “I Will Be in Love with You” have showcased his versatility across genres such as folk\, pop\, gospel\, and jazz. \nThroughout his career\, Livingston has performed with major artists such as Joni Mitchell and Fleetwood Mac\, and his concerts are known for their warmth and personal storytelling. His extensive touring\, both solo and with symphony orchestras\, highlights his dynamic stage presence and deep musical knowledge. Beyond performing\, Livingston has significantly contributed to music education\, teaching for over 30 years at Berklee College of Music and developing a renowned course on Stage Performance. His students include notable names like Charlie Puth and John Mayer. \nLivingston’s influence extends beyond the stage and classroom. He authored “Stage Performance\,” a comprehensive guide on enhancing performance skills\, drawing from over 5\,000 hours of stage experience. His achievements were celebrated in 2017 when Boston and Massachusetts declared January 18 as “Livingston Taylor Day.” The 2018 documentary “Livingston Taylor: Life is Good” further chronicled his life and career\, receiving international accolades. \nIn recent years\, Livingston released “LIVe – 50 Years of Livingston Taylor Live\,” a box set commemorating his extensive career\, and collaborated with American Public Television for “Livingston Taylor Live from Sellersville Theater: Songs and Stories.” Adapting to new teaching methods\, he launched “The Livingston Taylor Playbook” with True Fire\, an online masterclass in 2022. As of 2023\, Livingston recorded with the BBC Concert Orchestra\, planning to bring this collaboration to live audiences with performances featuring arrangements by Tony Award-winning composer Bill Elliott.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/livingston-taylor/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T210000
DTSTAMP:20241112T174643Z
CREATED:20241112T174643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T174643Z
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SUMMARY:Cape Ann Guitar Society & The Night Owls
DESCRIPTION:Get up close and personal with incredible local talent at our Upstairs on Main concert series! Grab a beer (or wine) at the bar\, sit with friends and enjoy the intimate\, lounge-like atmosphere on the third floor of the hall. \nCelebrate the season with the Cape Ann Guitar Society’s festive holiday concert\, where founder and award-winning classical guitarist Brendan Evans will fill the night with warmth and joy through captivating melodies\, from classical treasures to folk favorites! \nA holiday-themed evening of guitar!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/cape-ann-guitar-society-the-night-owls/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T153000
DTSTAMP:20240916T163558Z
CREATED:20240916T163558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T163558Z
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SUMMARY:Back Bay Ringers
DESCRIPTION:Get in the holiday spirit with the Boston-based Back Bay Ringers! Under the direction of Griff Gall\, BBR has quickly developed a reputation for excellence\, regularly performing at Boston-area landmarks such as Faneuil Hall\, Symphony Hall\, the Boston Children’s Museum and the Prudential Center. \nABOUT THE ARTISTS\nBack Bay Ringers (BBR) is an advanced\, auditioned\, handbell ensemble. Under the direction of Griff Gall\, BBR has quickly developed a reputation for excellence\, regularly performing at Boston-area landmarks such as Faneuil Hall\, Symphony Hall\, the Boston Children’s Museum and the Prudential Center. Back Bay Ringers has also performed in festivities associated with the Democratic National Convention as well as the Boston Marathon. In 2016\, BBR was honored to perform at the Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar in Rochester\, NY\, and also made its debut with the Boston Pops. \nBBR was founded in 2004 as the nation’s first handbell ensemble dedicated to members and friends of the LGBT community\, and it remains open and affirming for the membership\, board\, and community. BBR performs both as a large ensemble and in smaller quartets throughout the year in both public settings and for private bookings\, and annually sponsors the Boston Handbell Festival. They have released three recordings: Merry and Bright\, Perpetual Motion and Comfort and Joy. For more information\, visit http://www.backbayringers.org/. \nGriff Gall\, artistic director\nGriff Gall is the founding artistic director of the Back Bay Ringers. He earned a Bachelor’s of Music degree in music education from Westminster Choir College and completed his Level III Orff Schulwerk training through Boston University while attaining his Masters of Music in Education. He has presented workshops in handbell pedagogy\, conducting and Orff Schulwerk at local and national handbell and music education conferences\, and is co-author of Ring\, Dance Play\, First Experiences with Choirchimes and Orff Schulwerk\, published by GIA. Mr. Gall is an elementary music and movement specialist in Danvers\, MA. \nHappens on the following Dates:\nDec 15\, 2024\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm Timezone: EST\nDec 15\, 2024\, 5:00pm to 6:30pm Timezone: EST
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/back-bay-ringers/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:SEASIDE YULETIDE
DESCRIPTION:Three of the North Shore’s most beloved songwriters and performers converge for A Seaside Yuletide\, a night of rootsy holiday spirit and song featuring Jon Butcher\, Allen Estes and Sal Baglio. \nJON BUTCHER\nCape Ann’s Jon Butcher is one of a select handful of influential recording artists comprising the legendary Boston music scene. Numerous MTV videos and hit songs comprise the underpinnings of a recording and touring career that continues today. A handful of critically acclaimed recordings\, Positively The Blues\, Barefoot Servants\, Electric Factory\, 2 Roads East and 360º mark Jon’s enduring love affair with the very fabric of American music. Butcher’s signature sound and particularly his guitar work represent a skillful mix of Americana — rock\, r&b\, jazz and folk\, all of it focused through a prism built from the blues. \nALLEN ESTES\nSongwriter Allen Estes grew up in a musical family\, the oldest son of professional musicians Estelle and Phil Estes in Gloucester\, MA and began playing at age six. Phil packed the family up in the car and literally took to the open road for musical adventures eventually leading to the forming of the Estes Boys\, Allen’s seminal band. The Estes Boys performed in and around New England and by the mid 80s Allen moved to Nashville\, TN\, writing and working with Tammy Wynette\, Robert Ellis Oral\, Lori Morgan\, and Shania Twain. After 10 years\, Gloucester called him back\, and in the 90s Allen recorded with writer Frank Tedesco. This turned into Allen’s last recording\, the Souls of the Sea album. Souls of the Sea is a collection of songs about the historic seaport and fishing town of Gloucester\, MA and the people who live there. \nSAL BAGLIO\nAs a singer\, guitarist and composer\, Sal Baglio has touched all the bases that have rounded out a successful musical career. But with his recent work as a solo artist\, Baglio embarks upon a new path that looks backward in the most delightful way. Baglio’s music and solo performances dial up a past that is easily imagined in a less-distracted age where music bursts boldly out of a car’s AM radio on a summer drive or floats in the imagination of a young solitary artist learning to strum his first guitar. Free of the demands of the music industry\, Baglio is liberated to recall the past without sentimentality but with a flourish of great stories that underpin his new songs — songs that aim for the gentle heart. Baglio will never be separated from the impulsive spirit of “American Fun\,” the hit he wrote with his legendary Boston band\, The Stompers\, that remains absolutely joyous in its sing-along refrain. Yet\, as he ages — and we with him — Baglio reveals where all that great music began and why.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/seaside-yuletide/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T203000
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SUMMARY:HANDEL’S MESSIAH
DESCRIPTION:For the 170th consecutive year\, Handel & Haydn Society reignites your sense of wonder and joy with the greatest story ever told in song. The Society’s new artistic director Jonathan Cohen leads this centuries-old Boston tradition. Joining our resplendent orchestra and chorus are a slate of spectacular soloists\, including John Holiday\, “one of the finest countertenors of his generation” (Los Angeles Times). Without a doubt\, this is Boston’s must-see Messiah. \n“one of the finest countertenors of his generation” – Los Angeles Times
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/handels-messiah/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T213000
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SUMMARY:Christmas with the Celts
DESCRIPTION:The original national PBS show Christmas with The Celts aired on over 200 PBS channels across the U.S.\, Canada and on the BBC in Ireland for three years. This successful TV show was the initial spark which created a huge demand for the production bringing them into Performing Arts Centers\, theaters and large casinos every year. The first live performance of Christmas with The Celts was in front of a sold-out audience at the original Grand Ole Opry (voted top venue by Pollstar) the world-famous Ryman Auditorium. \nCurrently celebrating 14 years of successful national touring\, Christmas with the Celts perform a wonderful combination of timeless ancient Irish Christmas Carols and lively Irish dance with modern contemporary songs but with Irish instrumentation. New Christmas hits\, Celts originals and fresh Irish Dance tunes are added to the show each year so that no 2 years are the same. Always a pleasant surprise. An Irish Christmas would not be complete without the unpredictable Irish jokes (craic) and banter that occurs between band members and the audience every year and the always crowd pleasing fiery Irish dancers. \nThe high-stepping spirited musical selections have audiences clapping along from the first lively renditions of popular contemporary Christmas classics. The show presents a perfect combination of modern Christmas hits\, lively ancient Irish Carols\, hilarious spontaneous humor\, thrilling Irish dancing\, a children’s choir and meaningful Christmas ballads with lush string arrangements giving audiences a most memorable interactive Christmas experience. \nShow founder and film score composer Ric Blair says\, “You can’t listen to Celtic music and not be happy. Christmas with the Celts isn’t just a concert; it is a spiritual experience of music and dance uniting communities. It’s about bringing young and old together. It is a music of the people. I think that is why this unique melding of modern Christmas hits and organic Celtic instrumentation continues to resonate and grow in popularity every year with audiences.”
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/christmas-with-the-celts/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T163000
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SUMMARY:Lúnasa
DESCRIPTION:Formed in 1997\, Lúnasa has long been one of contemporary Irish music’s leading voices. Named after an ancient Celtic harvest festival in honour of the Irish god Lugh\, the group that Folk Roots magazine once called an “Irish music dream team” was formed from members of some of Ireland’s greatest bands and over the years has proven its mettle time and again\, having sold over a quarter of a million records and collaborated with notable artists outside the tradition such as Natalie Merchant and Mary-Chapin Carpenter. They have performed more than 2\,000 shows across 36 countries including high-profile concert venues such as Carnegie Hall\, The Hollywood Bowl\, National Concert Hall (Dublin) and Paris Bercy\, and many of the leading festivals such as Glastonbury\, Womadelaide & Edmonton. \nFrom the start\, the band’s complex arrangements and unique sound reshaped the boundaries of traditional music and energized audiences the world over. Critical acclaim followed\, The Irish Echo describing the band as the “the hottest Irish acoustic band on the planet”; MOJO magazine named the band “the new gods of Irish music\,” adding that “nobody since the Bothies has wielded such a thrilling rhythmic underlay.” Billboard raved that “anybody who listens can’t help but find them contagious.” \nLunasa’s current lineup features: Trevor Hutchinson\, who achieved fame as the bassist with the The Waterboys: piper Cillian Vallely was a member of Riverdance and recorded with Bruce Springsteen: Flute player Kevin Crawford\, considered one of Ireland’s greatest flute players\, was a member of Moving Cloud: award-winning fiddler Sean Smyth\, who performed with Donal Lunny’s legendary Coolfin and accordionist Alan Kelly; Colin Farrell is a multiple award winning fiddler\, who has toured with Project West\, Grada and Michael McGoldrick: Guitarist Ed Boyd made a name for himself in the UK folkscene with bands such as Flook\, Kate Rusby and Cara Dillon.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/lunasa/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T203000
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SUMMARY:Cape Ann Big Band Holiday
DESCRIPTION:The Band was formed in December of 2010 when director Carlos Menezes Jr. teamed up with friends and fellow musicians Paula Burns\, Shawn Lowe\, Mike Lentini and Rick Geraghty to discuss the potentials of starting up a 17-piece big band. What was once a dream quickly became reality when Menezes found the roster full in just a week’s time. Driven by the talents of local musicians\, the Cape Ann Big Band prides itself in performing to entertain and connect with its local community. This is a group that truly operates as a family. This diverse big band entertains and delights audiences with danceable music infused with jazz\, swing\, New Orleans street bands\, soul and rock n’ roll that will bring you back in time. The Cape Ann Big Band prides itself with having a repertoire that has no boundaries. \nHappens on the following Dates:\nDec 6\, 2024\, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EST\nDec 7\, 2024\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm Timezone: EST\nDec 7\, 2024\, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EST
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/cape-ann-big-band-holiday/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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