Upcoming Classical & Jazz
Nashua Arts - Recycled Percussion 2025 (4)
Recycled Percussion is one of the most unique and energetic entertainment spectacles in the world. Best known for their groundbreaking performances on the finals of America’s Got Talent and their headlining shows in Las Vegas, they combine epic musical performances with gut busting comedy that families around the world have been enjoying for almost 30 years. Maybe most importantly, every show pays homage to the importance of mental health, and the power of being kind. This show features Justin Spencer and Ryan Vezina, stars of Emmy Award Winning TV show ‘Chaos & Kindness.’
Mechanics Hall - St. Olaf Choir Concert
For more than a century, the St. Olaf Choir, conducted by Dr. Anton Armstrong, has set the gold standard for choral singing, performing for millions around the world. Composed of 75 mixed voices, the St. Olaf Choir is hailed as one of the nation’s premier a cappella ensembles, renowned for its artistry and beauty of sound. The St. Olaf Choir was founded in 1912 by F. Melius Christiansen, whose work established the ensemble’s standard of excellence and its tradition of bringing music to audiences outside of campus. Christiansen chose spiritually profound music and pushed student musicians to perfect a tone that was disciplined, controlled, and free of excessive vibrato. That sound — securely in tune, controlled in pitch, smooth in delivery — became the choir’s hallmark. When Armstrong took the helm in 1990, his vast knowledge of music and his ability to articulate a vision to singers and audiences alike took the St. Olaf Choir to the next level, adding more flavor to its signature sound and further expanding its repertoire to include music of the Pacific Rim, Africa, and Latin America. Under Armstrong’s leadership, the choir continues to expand its touring horizons, engaging capacity audiences in major concert halls throughout the United States and worldwide. The ensemble has toured internationally 16 times. Most recently the St. Olaf Choir toured South Africa for three weeks in 2024, performing alongside Tuks Camerata, Quava Vocal Group, and other standout choral ensembles.
The Big Band Blast
The Big Band Blast will return to The Cabot to once again pay homage to the 1939 Big Band Battles at Carnegie Hall!
Masterfully crafted by Henley Douglas Jr. and band leaders Carlos Menezes Jr of BrassFed Nation and Brian Thomas and Alex Lee Clark of BT ALC Big Band, “Round Three” promises the return of two, twenty-piece orchestras side-by-side for an evening of high-energy trading and showmanship!
About BrassFed Nation
Founded by Carlos Menezes Jr. in 2013, BrassFed Nation is dedicated to the advancement of horn-driven music through exposure and outreach in both education and local musical culture! The collective features 4 unique ensembles; The Jambalaya Horns, Cape Ann Big Band, DubTone Beat, and the 13-Piece Brass-Fed Orchestra – all striving to inspire and connect musicians of all ages through private studio lessons, performances, workshops, and interactive clinics. In just a short span of time, the Cape Ann Big Band alone has become one of the most sought after ensembles in the North Shore and Greater Boston area.
About BT ALC Big Band
Since the group’s formation in 2011, BT ALC Big Band, led by trombonist Brian Thomas and trumpeter Alex Lee-Clark, has reshaped the depiction of the big band ensemble. By employing the traditional instrumentation of 5 saxophones, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones and rhythms section reminiscent of Duke Ellington and Count Basie while infusing funk, soul and hip hop, BT ALC Big Band has created an undeniably unique sound they dub Big Band Funk.
Vista Philharmonic Orchestra – Music Without Boundaries
Piazzolla, Astor – Tangazo (Variations on Buenos Aires)
Villa-Lobos, Heitor – Bachianas Brasileiras No. 2 “The Little Train of Caipira”
Desenne, Paul – Concerto for 2 Flutes
Copland – El Salon Mexico
Special guests:
Robert Langevin, flute
Marco Granados, flute
We’re proud to present an evening of evocative impressions of Latin America with works from three composers you’ll recognize and one we’re proud to introduce this season. Venezuelan / American composer and cellist Paul Desenne, who passed away in 2023 at age 63, was a founding member of the Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra and resident composer for El Sistema. His 2013 Concerto for 2 Flutes will feature Robert Langevin, Principal Flute of the New York Philharmonic, and Marco Granados, one of the world’s leading flutists in Latin American music. The program opens with a lyrical, edgy work by Argentine tango composer Astor Piazzolla, followed by Heitor Villa-Lobos’ Bach-inspired representations of Brazilian life. We’ll finish the evening with American icon Aaron Copland, who infused Mexican folk music into his rousing work.
Groton Hill Jam Nights (4)
Friendly jams for friendly people, led by our fun faculty performers.
Music is a collaborative art form, bringing us together to listen, learn, and rip a few hot breaks. Join us as we open Groton Hill’s inspiring facilities to jammers from across the region. Pick your favorite genre and play, move from room to room, or just hang out with friends to listen over a pint. Jams will run every second Tuesday from September through June!
Ages 16+ welcome!
Lexington Symphony Orchestra
Hindemith | Mathis der Maler
Vaughan Williams | Sea Symphony -Aaron Engebreth, baritone -Michelle Trainor, soprano -New World Chorale
Hindemith composed Mathis der Maler to portray the emotional struggle of humanity against the Nazis. Ralph Vaughn William’s Sea Symphony depicts American poet Walt Whitman’s poem of brave sailors in vast oceans voyaging through life.
Bull Run - The Jazz Depot "Local Players Showcase"
The Bull Run and The Jazz Depot are very proud and excited to be hosting the "Local Players Showcase"
The Jazz Depot made their debut on the Bull Run’s famous Sawtelle room stage one fateful stormy Wednesday night 14 years ago… and the rest is history. Today you can catch them performing at the Bull Run every month – warming up the Tap Room Lounge in the cold winter months with their Saturday evening shows and bringing guest stars from Central MA and beyond to the picturesque moonlit stage for the "Jazz on the Patio" Summer Series.
This organic sextet of Barry Stainer, Eric Clough, Katy Shea, Adam Weber, Brian Koning and Jay Frigoletto perform eloquent Jazz Standards, Swing, Bebop, Latin and Blues with focus on improvisation and fun. Their hot tunes and irrepressible spirit always make for a memorable evening of fun and relaxation.
Los Lobos: Disconnected
Special Disconnected Set (all acoustic w/ drums)
It’s a matter of time. 50 years to be exact. And in that time Los Lobos have created an unprecedented body of work, a legacy of greatness. The numbers are staggering: 100+ gigs a year for five decades running, crossing millions of miles to rock millions of fans. And that’s just at the live shows. In between they’ve recorded 17 studio albums, 7 live LPs, 3 compilations, 2 EPs, 2 DVDs, and contributed 40+ guest appearances on their friends’ recordings — all garnering 5 Grammys, an Austin City Limits Hall of Fame induction, the ALMA Richie Valens Pioneer Award, NEA and Hispanic Heritage Foundation Honors, Congressional recognitions, plus countless “Keys to the City” and “Los Lobos Day” celebrations.
Bull Run - Mike Girard's Big Swinging Thing
THIS SHOW RESCHEDULED FROM MARCH 1 TO SAT MAY 17, 2025.
ALL TICKETS WILL AUTOMATICALLY TRANSFER TO THE SAME TABLE AT THE NEW DATE.
Mike Girard is the lead singer of THE FOOLS.
Mike Girard’s Big Swinging Thing! is a big band, pop/rock extravaganza.
If you haven't seen this show, take my word for it - you will not regret it.
It's become our favorite show of the year here at The Bull.This is not your typical Big Band. It’s Rock & Roll with backup singers, dancers and a large horn sectiion.
Expect to hear diverse covers by The Stones, AC/DC, The Animals, the Doobie Brothers, Billy Idol, Roy Orbison & Tom Jones… plus some great Fools classics!
Ken Cowan, organ
“… one of the most outstanding young organists on the scene today. His unassuming manner and his sure and relaxed technique hide a fiery yet totally musical approach to organ playing.” The Diapason
Regarded as one of North America’s finest concert organists and praised for his dazzling artistry, impeccable technique, and imaginative programming by audiences and critics alike, Ken Cowan maintains a rigorous performing schedule that takes him to major concert venues in America, Canada, Europe, and Asia.
Recent feature performances have included appearances at Verizon Hall in Philadelphia with the Philadelphia Orchestra, Berlin Philharmonie, Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco, Vienna Konzerthaus, Maison Symphonique in Montreal, St. Paul’s Cathedral in London and Walt Disney Concert Hall. In addition, Mr. Cowan has been a featured artist in recent years at national conventions of the American Guild of Organists in Los Angeles, Minneapolis and Houston. He has performed at many regional conventions of the AGO and has been featured at several conventions of the Organ Historical Society and the Royal Canadian College of Organists.