Tag: Upcoming shows

  • WindSync to Perform at Whalen Center in Ithaca

    Classical wind quintet WindSync is set to perform in Ithaca at the Hockett Family Recital Hall in the James J. Whalen Center for Music on April 10. The group plays their own unique approach to honoring one of the most influential boy bands of all time, NSYNC. Not only this, but the group plans to play original works, as well as covered works by various other artists.

    WindSync is made up of five classically trained virtuoso musicians who approach artistry, education, and community building with the charisma and openness of the boy band that inspired their name. The concert is free and open to the public. Earlier that afternoon at 4pm, WindSync will also offer a masterclass in the Hockett Family Recital Hall.

    The show celebrates the release of the group’s WindSync Plays Miguel del Aguila album which is set to be released five days prior on April 5. The album features music by Miguel del Aguila, a contemporary composer whose sound is highly influenced by his Latin American roots. 

    The April 10 program takes place at the James J. Whalen Center for Music as part of the Robert G. Boehmler Community Foundation Series. The program features the woodwind rendition of various artists, along with the group’s original compositions.

    April 10 Program:

    Shawn Okpebholo: Rise – premiered this season, the Nigerian-American composer’s work explored racial injustice.

    Mozart, Serenade in C minor K. 388 – this is a different kind of wind serenade. It’s brooding versus chipper, and Mozart wrote it at a time when wind music was trendy in Vienna.

    Marc Mellits: Apollo – in honor of the 2024 total solar eclipse – WindSync commissioned Marc Mellits to write Apollo in connection with the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing. 

    Dieterich Buxtehude: Passacaglia in D minor, BuxWV 161 – hear how the wind arrangement of this solemn piece makes it even more haunting.

    For more information on the upcoming program by WindSync hosted at the James J. Whalen Center for Music, click here.

    • SWV & Xscape To Headline The Queens Of R&B Tour With Mya, Total & 702, Featuring 3 Stops in NY

      Some of the biggest names of R&B‘s golden era will be coming to a city near you as SWV and Xscape announce The Queens of R&B Tour alongside fellow golden era stapes in Mya, Total and 702. Following a social media teaser that ignited fervent excitement among fans, the legendary songstresses are will be teaming up for a nearly two-month, nationwide expedition stopping in 30 different cities, including 3 stops in New York.

      SVW and Xscape Headline The Queens of R&B Tour With Mya, Total & 702
      The Queens of R&B Tour will be a celebration of the genre’s golden age

      Produced by Mona Scott Young’s Monami Entertainment and Live Nation and represented by Seth Shomes through Day After Day Productions (DADP), The Queens of R&B Tour will highlight some of the biggest names from R&B’s golden age whose work also serves as the soundtrack for the oft-romanticized decade.

      To announce this HERstorical tour during Women’s History Month means everything. It speaks to the power of our ability as women to overcome adversity and emerge triumphant. 702, Total, Mýa, SWV, and Xscape have all weathered storms and are still here and better than ever! We are so excited to bring the fans an incredible and undeniable performance experience that truly celebrates R&B music. 

      – Mona Scott-Young

      Furthermore, the Queens of R&B Tour will circle New York three times, beginning with a July 24 performance at Madison Square Garden. The tour returns 9 days later with a stop in Syracuse’s Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview. Additionally, they conclude their east-coast trek with an August 6 performance at Darien Lake Amphitheater in Darien Center, NY.

      The Queens of R&B Tour will consist of 30-shows.
      The Queens of R&B tour will consist of 30 shows.

      Moreover, fans have rejoiced on X (formerly known as Twitter) with this latest tour announcement. After all, with songs like SWV’s “Right Here,” Xscape’s “Just Kicking’ It,” Mya’s “Best of Me (part 2),” Total’s “Kissing’ You,” and 702’s “Get It Together” R&B history will be reenacted with one era-defining record after another. Tickets for this monumental event are available on Ticketmaster’s official website.

      THE QUEENS OF R&B TOUR DATES:

      Thu Jun 27 – Concord, CA – Toyota Pavilion at Concord  

      Sat Jun 29 – Las Vegas, NV – Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino  

      Tue Jul 02 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre  

      Wed Jul 03 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater  

      Fri Jul 05 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion  

      Sat Jul 06 – Houston, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman  

      Tue Jul 09 – North Little Rock, AR – Simmons Bank Arena  

      Wed Jul 10 – Birmingham, AL – Legacy Arena at The BJCC  

      Fri Jul 12 – Jacksonville, FL – Daily’s Place  

      Sat Jul 13 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre  

      Sun Jul 14 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre 

      Tue Jul 16 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre  

      Wed Jul 17 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion  

      Fri Jul 19 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena*  

      Sat Jul 20 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park  

      Sun Jul 21 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach  

      Wed Jul 24 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden  

      Thu Jul 25 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center  

      Fri Jul 26 – Boston, MA – TD Garden  

      Sat Jul 27 – Atlantic City, NJ – Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall

      Fri Aug 02 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater  

      Sat Aug 03 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview  

      Sun Aug 04 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena  

      Tue Aug 06 – Buffalo, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater  

      Fri Aug 09 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena  

      Sat Aug 10 – Cleveland, OH – Blossom Music Center  

      Sun Aug 11 – Chicago, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre  

      Tue Aug 13 – St. Louis, MO – Chaifetz Arena  

      Wed Aug 14 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center  

      Sun Aug 18 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum  

      *Without Mýa

    • Golden Oldies Spectacular Comes to Proctors Theatre in Schenectady this April

      Proctors Theatre in Schenectady is proud to host Golden Oldies Spectacular on April 13. The show is headlined by the Doo Wop Project and includes a multitude of talented, authentic acts.

      Golden Oldies proctors

      The Doo Wop Project consists of five Broadway stars from smash hit shows like Jersey Boys and Motown: The Musical. This supergroup of Broadway stars transforms hits from the classic and modern American songbook into revamped renditions of your favorites. The group is excited to play hit-songs from the classic American squalls of Doo Wop, Motown, and other golden oldies.

      The Golden Oldies Spectacular sees four other spectacular acts including co-headliners The Brooklyn Bridge, who perform a slew of 1950s defining hits. Also performing in the event are The Capris, Bobby Brooks Wilson, and E’stefano DiStanto. Together, the acts set to encapsulate the authenticity and originality of the 50s and 60s music boom.

      Golden Oldies proctors

      The Golden Oldies Spectacular takes place 7 pm on April 13 at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady. Tickets range from $45 to $75 and can be purchased on the Proctors Theatre website. To learn more about the upcoming show and to purchase tickets, click here.

    • Albany Symphony Announces Return of Peter and the Wolf: Tiny Tots Concert this Spring

      Albany Symphony announced the anticipated return of Peter and the Wolf: Tiny Tots concert for three shows this spring. The shows will take place on April 30 and May 1 in Albany and May 2 in Saratoga Springs.

      Albany Symphony Tiny Tots Concert
      Peter and the Wolf

      The Albany Symphony Tiny Tots concerts are geared for children between the ages of 18-months and 7 years. Tiny Tots concerts are interactive school day performances that have thrilled preschool audiences, teachers, and parents, presented by the orchestra for over 30 years.

      David Alan Miller and the Albany Symphony plan to take you and your children on a wonderfully interactive, magical adventure. Peter and the Wolf is a classic symphonic fairy tale for children by Sergei Prokofiev. The story will be personified through music for children and adults alike to enjoy. In addition, you and your children will meet and get to hear all the instruments of the orchestra and the amazing musicians who play them.

      Albany Symphony Tiny Tots Concert
      Albany Symphony Tiny Tots Concert

      Albany Symphony is renowned for performances featuring classic orchestral favorites, lesser-heard masterworks, and a diverse array of new music. The symphony strives to present the community with virtuosic talents and homages to all-time classics.

      The Albany Symphony Tiny Tots concert is a prime example of the level of community the organization possesses. The April 30 and May 1 shows are held at Congregation Beth Emeth in Albany. The May 2 performance of Peter and the Wolf takes place at the SPAC School of Arts in Saratoga.

      Tickets for this event are just $5 and are available for purchase on AlbanySymphony.com.

    • New York Philharmonic Announces Jam-Packed 2024-25 Season

      The New York Philharmonic has announced their 2024-2025 season of events. The season is packed with hearty, unique, and diverse talent with Music and Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel leading three weeks of subscription concerts.

      New York Philharmonic season
      Gustavo Dudamel

      The New York Philharmonic presents a wide range of new compositions, including 13 World, US, and New York Premieres this season. This consists of five World Premieres, two US Premieres, and six New York Premieres. These premieres encapsulate the diversity and broad perspectives of the Philharmonic’s community.

      For the first time, Dudamel leads New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks, presented by Didi and Oscar Schafer. The Philharmonic explores programming from a variety of musical perspectives. Pianist Yuja Wang appears in contexts that reflect her musical interests, including her first NY Phil appearances in
      which she leads the Orchestra from the piano.

      Also new for the upcoming season, New York Philharmonic musicians were invited to act as an Artistic Partner, curating a program that reflects their varied musical interests, and also celebrates the Orchestra’s brilliant history.

      The Philharmonic examines music of the African diaspora in America from the latter half of the 20th century through the present day. Artistic Partner International Contemporary Ensemble presents the beauty of Afromodernism. The program is curated by artistic director George Lewis; and a Young People’s Concert.

      Over the 2024–25 season the New York Philharmonic shines a spotlight on two French composers who transformed the musical landscape and left enduring legacies. The Pierre Boulez Centennial and Ravel’s 150th Anniversary are two programs that pay deep tribute to the French composers.

      The upcoming season sees several debuts from conductors and soloists alike. Along with this, there are many returning friends and favorites. The New York Philharmonic welcomes all those returning and the unfamiliar faces as well.

      For more information on the New York Philharmonic’s upcoming 2024-25 season, click here.

    • Caffe Lena in April Features Raul Midon, The Special Consensus, Michael Eck and More

      Esteemed music venue Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs announced a stellar lineup of musicians for the month of April, with Raul Midon, Michael Eck, Vanessa Collier, and The Special Consensus among the featured acts.

      caffe lena april

      CaffeLena has presented New York State with extraordinary music in an intimate setting since the 1960s. It is widely recognized as the longest continuously operating folk music venue in the United States. Bob Dylan performed for two consecutive nights at the cafè in 1961, a year prior to the release of his debut album.

      The venue’s mission is to keep a diverse set of programs and artists, regardless of fame, to present to the community. Caffe Lena is where musical discovery begins on all fronts. All shows held in-person in Lena’s historic listening room are also streamed live to living rooms around the world.

      Caffe Lena’s April shows are not ones to miss. The itinerary is complete with various well-known artists with utmost talent. Various genres like bluegrass, jazz, folk, blues, poetry, funk rock and more are set to light up the intimate venue with energy, love, and art. Artists like Michael Eck see the stage for heartfelt performances signifying great milestones.

      Vanessa Collier

      Michael Eck celebrates his 60th birthday with release of sixth album, fermata, and a performance at Caffe Lena, 8 p.m. Friday, April 19. Eck will be joined by an all-star ensemble, including bassist/vocalist Bob Buckley, guitarist Sten Isachsen, and elusive vocalist Rosanne Raneri.

      Michael Eck

      Caffe Lena’s Top Shows For April

      April 2, 7 PM Live Stream: Storytelling Night Featuring Julia Biaculli

      April 3, 7 PM Poetry Open Mic Night featuring Susan Jefts

      April 4, 8 PM Ruthie Foster

      April 5, 8 PM The Special Consensus

      April 6, 8 PM Peter Mulvey with Opener Zachary Lucky

      April 7, 7 PM House of Hamill

      April 9, 7 PM Songwriting with Eliza Gilkyson

      April 19, 8 PM Live Stream: Michael Eck

      April 26, 8 PM Vanessa Collier

      April 27, 8 PM Bright Series: The Clements Brothers

      April 28, 7 PM Intersectional Voices: Raul Midon

      For more information on Caffe Lena’s April shows and to purchase tickets, click here.

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    • The Park Theater Foundation Announces March Events

      The Park Theater Foundation has announced the highly anticipated March events which include diverse shows and performers. The Theater will present seven events for this season, complete with several different bands.

      Performer Jimi Woodul

      The most notable event of the season begins on March 14, with “Park Presents: The Mammals.” The folk/Americana act comes to Glens Falls to get folks stomping their feet to the indie-banjo and fiddle ballads. March 16 sees a St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and Celtic duo, Rakish.

      There is a variety of shows and performers scheduled for most of March, from March 8 to 29. Some other performances include The Brit Pack, The Matt Niedbalski Trio, Rochmon Record Club, Jimi Woodul, comedian Atheer Yacoub, and more.

      The Brit Pack

      The Park Theater Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Glens Falls community by providing a venue for quality and affordable entertainment and educational opportunities in the performing arts.

      The foundation hopes its upcoming events this March will see an uplift through music and performance. The community will feel a sense of togetherness driven by the wonderful talent and the hospitality of The Park Theater.

      The times, dates, and ticket prices for each event vary. Make sure to check out the Park Theater website. For the full 2023/24 performance listing visit parktheatergf.com. The link will provide full menu options, dates, times, and ticket prices. These events are not to be missed.

    • American Symphony Orchestra To Give Rare Performance of Arnold Schoenberg’s Gurre-Lieder at Carnegie Hall

      Musical Director Leon Botstein will lead the American Symphony Orchestra in a rare performance of the massive Gurre-Lieder orchestral composition on March 22. The concert will be held at Carnegie Hall and marks the 150-year anniversary of Arnold Schoenberg’s birth.

      Performances of Gurre-Lieder are very rare due to its massive orchestral size of over 200 musicians. The American Symphony Orchestra will honor Arnold Schoenberg, the mind behind the cantata.

      The performance also celebrates the 150th anniversary of Schoenberg’s birth, and the centennial of Gurre-Lieder’s 1913 world premiere in Vienna. The grand concert also marks the closing of the ASO’s 2023-2024 season at Carnegie Hall.

      Arnold Schoenberg

      The guest artists of the performance are soprano Felicia Moore, mezzo-soprano Krysty Swan, and tenor Dominic Armstrong. Along with these talented individuals are also tenor Brenton Ryan, bass-baritone Carsten Wittmoser, and bass-baritone Alan Held.

      The performance of Gurre-Lieder is nothing short of grand. The American Symphony Orchestra will certainly put on an unforgettable show, with hundreds of talented musicians displaying each intricate sound of the cantata.

      The American Symphony Orchestra at Carnegie Hall

      For more information on ASO, please visit americansymphony.org. To purchase tickets for the March 22 show, click here.

    • Garden of Laughs Returns This March With Tracy Morgan, Bill Burr, Michael Che, Jon Stewart, and More

      Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. and the Garden of Dreams Foundation have announced the highly anticipated return of Garden of Laughs – the all-star comedy benefit that has raised more than $6 million for the Foundation.

      This year’s show, hosted by Steve Schirripa from The Sopranos and Blue Bloods, will include sets by newly added Tracy Morgan, Bill Burr, Michael Che, Chris Distefano, Jim Gaffigan, Heather McMahan, Sam Morril, and Jon Stewart, returning to The Theater at Madison Square Garden on March 27, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.

      Morgan, a Garden of Dreams advisory board member, performed at the 2017 Garden of Laughs event, and was a presenter at the 2019 event. He has served as a mentor for the more than 100 children that participate in the annual Talent Show at Radio City Music Hall, one of the Foundation’s tentpole events; and he was the 2022 recipient of the Garden of Dreams Hero Award, which honors organizations or individuals that embody the spirit of the Foundation through an active and ongoing dedication to positively impacting the lives of children facing obstacles, while serving as a driving force and inspiration for others.

      Just announced is the star studded celebrity and athletic presenters that include Victor Cruz, Susie Essman, Edie Falco, Whoopi Goldberg, Doc Gooden, Adam Graves, Henrik Lundqvist, Camryn Manheim, Jill Martin, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, John McEnroe, Chris Meloni, Marc Roberge, CC Sabathia, JB Smoove, John Starks, Ben Stiller, Kenan Thompson, Paul Wesley, and more.

      “I’m so excited that Garden of Laughs is back,” said Steve Schirripa. “I’ve seen firsthand the monumental impact that Garden of Dreams has on the young people and families it serves, and I’m honored to host an event that enables the Foundation to make an immediate and enormous impact on the community.”  

      Garden of Laughs was previously staged in 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2019. All four previous events were sell-outs and raised more than $6 million for the Foundation. Over the years it has featured comedy icons including Sebastian Maniscalco, Chris Rock, Jerry Seinfeld, and more.

      The Garden of Dreams Foundation is a non-profit organization that works with the MSG Family of Companies – MSG Entertainment, MSG Sports, and Sphere Entertainment – to positively impact the lives of children facing obstacles. The Foundation works with 30 partner organizations throughout the tri-state area, including hospitals, wish organizations, and community-based organizations, brightening the lives of more than 425,000 children and their families.

      Tickets go on sale on Friday, February 16 at 10:00 a.m., with all net proceeds going directly to the Garden of Dreams Foundation. Tickets will also be available at the Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre box offices on Saturday, February 17. Please note, the lineup is subject to change.

    • Daniel Donato to Play Shows in NYC and Syracuse in February

      Acclaimed singer/songwriter Daniel Donato has announced he will be playing two shows in NY in support of his latest album Reflector.

      The “Cosmic Country” artist plans on stopping at Syracuse’s Westcott Theater on Saturday, February 10 and NYC’s Bowery Ballroom on Tuesday, February 13, showcasing Donato’s growing appeal and sound.

      Daniel Donato shows

      Donato’s genre “cosmic country” is a meshing of southern rock, bluegrass, classic country, and honky-tonk. It encapsulates the sounds of Southern California folk and Northern California musical exploration. His show marks the release of his recent 15 track album Reflector, in which he will be performing at his shows in Syracuse on February 10 and NYC on February 13.

      Daniel Donato has a unique sound that he wants to show the world, and he’s been doing exactly that. His blended soundscape is full of energy, soul, and vibrations. His creative processes, next-level guitar skills, and dedication to his craft propel him to satisfy his goals, and then some.

      “I fell in love with the song “Jessica” on Guitar Hero, the Allman Brothers song. I remember thinking, ‘God, if I can just play this song and feel like I’m flying…’ And then here we are fifteen years later, it’s March 25th and we’re at the Beacon Theatre, it’s a sold-out night, and after we get done singing ‘Blue Sky’ in my solo, before I even think about it, I’m playing ‘Jessica’.

      As I’m playing that and the theater erupts with joy, I’m realizing, like, ‘Man, good job. That 12-year-old is alive. The part of you, that Self, that was you before the world told you what you were or what you could be or what you should be.’”

      Daniel Donato on staying true to oneself

      For more information on Daniel Donato visit his website at DanielDonato.com. To find tickets to his show at Westcott Theater in Syracuse or Bowery Ballroom in NYC, click here.

      Daniel Donato – Upcoming Shows

      February 2 – Winston-Salem, NC – The Ramkat

      February 3 – Charlotteville, VA – Jefferson Theater

      February 4 – Morristown, NJ – The Homestead

      February 6 – Portsmouth, NH – 3S Artspace

      February 7 – Portland, ME – Portland House of Music and Events

      February 8 – Amherst, MA – The Drake

      February 9 – Hartford, CT – Infinity Hall Hartford

      February 10 – Syracuse, NY – Westcott Theater

      February 13 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom

      February 14 – Tysons, VA – Capitol One Hall

      February 15 – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre

      February 16 – Charlotte, NC – Stage Door Theatre

      February 17 – Atlanta, GA – Sweetwater’s 27th Anniversary Party

      February 18 – Asheville, NC – Salvage Station

      March 1-3 – Steamboat Springs, CO – Winter Wondergrass Festival 2024

      March 6 – Columbus, OH – KEMBA Live!

      March 7 – Old Forester’s Paristown Hall – Louisville, KY

      March 8-9 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium

      March 21 – Peoria, IL – Revival Music Hall

      March 22 – Hobart, IN – The Hobart Art Theater

      March 23 – New Berlin, IN – Danenberger Family Vineyards

      March 28 – Athens, GA – Georgia Theater

      March 29 – Tuscaloosa, AL – Druid City Music Hall

      March 30 – Huntsville, AL – Mars Music Hall

      April 5 – Memphis, TN – Grind City Music Festival 2024

      April 6 – New Orleans, LA – Hogs for the Cause 2024

      April 13 – Augusta, GA – Major Rager

      April 14-18 – Maya Riviera, Mexico – Panic en la Playa 2024

      April 20 – Pelham, TN – Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country in The Caverns

      April 26 – New Orleans, LA – Republic New Orleans

      May 11 – Isle of Palms, SC – Windjammer

      May 23-26 – Axton, VA – Rooster Walk Reunion Music & Arts Festival

      May 24-26 – Thornville, OH – Dark Star Jubilee

      June 20-23 – Bend, OR – 4 Peaks Music Festival

      June 27-29 – Eau Claire, WI – Blue Ox Music Festival 

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