READFIELD — The Descendants of Maine, an outstanding new New England bluegrass band with strong family ties to early Maine, New Hamshire, and Rhode Island bluegrass legends, will perform at Maranacook Community High School on Saturday, April 26. The Descendants feature Bill Thibodeau, son of Maine bluegrass pioneer Sam Tidwell; Herman McGee, who played for […]
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Cohen Concert Series to return to Hebron Academy on April 26
Hebron Academy’s Cohen Chamber Music Series to bring world-renowned performers to Oxford County HEBRON — Hebron Academy is committed to offering enrichment opportunities for its students and the surrounding community and will host a free and open-to-the public chamber music concert by premier instrumentalists from around the world. The concert will feature virtuoso cellist Jan […]
Jack Cox to play at Pedro’s on April 11
From 8-11 p.m. Friday, April 11, will perform at Pedro O’Hara’s on Main St. in Lewiston. Cox brings the crowd together with his great sense of humor and marvelous talent. There is no cover charge.
Ruckus to play at Mixers on April 11
From 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Friday, April 11, will play at Mixers in Sabattus. The band plays rock tunes from the 1980s and 90s and cover bands such as Tesla, Bon Jovi, Van Halen, Motley Crue, Poison, Kiss, and Judas Priest. There is no cover charge.
Veggies to play at Captain Bly’s on April 12
At 8 p.m. Saturday, April 12, will perform for the first time at Captain Bly’s Tavern, 371 Turner Street in Buckfield. The band plays high-energy 1980s rock music that keeps everyone dancing. There is a $5 cover charge.
‘Godspell’ at Schoolhouse Arts Center from April 25-May 11
STANDISH — Schoolhouse Arts Center at Sebago Lake will present “Godspell” by John-Michael Tebelak with music by Stephen Schwartz from April 25-May 11. “Godspell” is a musical based on the gospel of Matthew and has been playing off Broadway since 1971. “Godspell” is directed by Mary Wassick with music direction by Patrick Martin and choreography […]
‘American Voices’ concert in Portland on May 10
PORTLAND — Renaissance Voices will present “American Voices,” featuring the music of three local contemporary composers, Patricia van Ness, Faith York, and Harold Stover, the group’s director, at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Williston-Immanuel United Church, 156 High Street. Also on the program are works by American composers George Gershwin, Jerome Kern, Sammy Fain, […]
Mehuman JonsonTrio to perform in Bath, April 18
BATH — Mehuman Jonson and her Trio will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 18, at the Chocolate Church Arts Center. Mehuman (pronounced “Maymon”) brings a unique and refreshing blend of soul, jazz, rock, and rhythm and blues, creating music that is both danceable and highly listenable. Jonson has toured with many of the best […]
Jimmy Briere to headline April 19 piano concert at Franco Center
LEWISTON — Canadian pianist, , will headline the program on Saturday, April 19, at the Franco Center, 46 Cedar Street, when he presents the fifth concert in the 2013-2014 Piano Series season. Also appearing will be the young pianist, Justine Pelletier. The recital begins at 7:30 p.m., and will feature works by Bach, Chopin, Liszt, […]