Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00 PM

Fitzgerald's presents American Sharks With Knights Of The Fire Kingdom, We Were Wolves, Co-pilot Seventies rock and punk with a metallic 1990s sheen likened to Supersuckers and New Bomb Turks Better yet, Mike Hardin snaps a much deeper, knee-deep-in-blooze Danzig/Gary Floyd growl California desert rock meets Texan grand slamcrossing Blackfoot and Priest -Raoul Hernandez (Austin Chronicle)

The Kyle Hutton Band

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

05-25-2012 - 05-25-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $15 / $10 Cover

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents The Kyle Hutton Band Kyle, host of Real Life-Real Music, with his band A DO NOT MISS SHOW!!! Three years ago Hutton found himself at a crossroads The demands of a successful business partnership and commitment to the call in his heart required a choice Kyle knew the road he was destined to choose and left the pursuit of the American dream for the pursuit of his wife, his family, and his craft Though Hutton's new c/d and his shows are marked with the evidence of new beginnings his career has hardly just begun His first two c/d's have experienced success in the US, Europe, and Australia "Boy Down Here in Texas" from Kyle's second release climbed to #5 on the Texas Music Chart and was the #23 most played song in that year In addition to delivering chart topping singles Hutton has performed in nationally recognized venues including: Reliant Stadium, The Houston Astrodome, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Reed Arena, and Fellowship of the Woodlands Corporate clients include: The Houston Texans, Texas A and M University, Friendswood Development Company, Lenar Homes, and Keller-Williams Realty Kyle's message transcends traditional venue boundaries and finds it's way seamlessly from mega-venues to mega-churches, fortune 500 companies to non-profit organizations, and intimate singer/songwriter venues to major festival stages It's ability to do so stems from the universal messages embedded in the stories and songs When Kyle's not speaking, writing, or playing music he can be found at home outside Houston, Texas with Tara and their 3 boys; Brooks, Casen, and Carter

The Bright Light Social Hour (in the Studio)

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Bright Light Social Hour (in the Studio)

05-25-2012 - 05-25-2012

Warehouse Live

http://www.warehouselive.com/

Warehouse Live - 813 Saint Emanuel Houston TX 77003

Admission: $1000-$1200

713225LIVE (5483)

http://warehouselive.frontgatetickets.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00pm Show: 9:00pm

Warehouse Live presents The Bright Light Social Hour The Bright Light Social Hour is an American rock band from Austin, Texas Born out of a university art-rock collective, The Bright Light Social Hour has evolved into an unabashedly wide-screen rock group, melding fists-up rock and roll with muscular funk, soul, and psychedelia The band swept the 29th Annual Austin Music Awards during SXSW 2011 with an unprecedented 6 wins, including Band of the Year, Album of the Year and Song of the Year ("Detroit") The Central Texas-raised young men of The Bright Light Social Hour have built their growing reputation through exhilarating widely-acclaimed live shows, including the 2009 Austin City Limits Festival In culmination of their studied development, the band released their debut full-length album in late 2010, simply titled "The Bright Light Social Hour" Recorded in five studios around Austin during summer 2010, the album is founded on sun-drenched optimism, raucous youth, and an innovative brew of American music of varying types - hard rock and roll, indie, rhythm and blues, dance and soul The Bright Light Social Hour have also just released "New Year's Live," a 4-track live EP recorded during their sold-out set at The Parish Austin on New Year's 2011 Re-teaming with producer/engineer Danny Reisch, "New Year's Live" marks the first audio recording to capture the band's raw live energy, consummated with masterfully directed live video by Hussain Pirani Replete with their vital sound, deep brotherhood, and ever-growing facial hair, the band is steadfast in their singular aim - enduring rock and roll

Holland K Smith & Ronnie Shellist (Ronnie Shellist CD Release Party!)

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Holland K Smith & Ronnie Shellist (Ronnie Shellist CD Release Party!)

05-25-2012 - 05-25-2012

Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club

http://www.thebigeasyblues.com

Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club - 5731 Kirby Drive Houston TX 77005

Admission: $5 cover charge

(713) 523-9999

Start Time(s): Start time TBD Call venue for details

The Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club presents Ronnie Shellist (w/Holland K Smith Band) (Ronnie Shellist CD Release Party!) Ronnie Shellist (pictured) has been honing his harmonica skills for the past 16 years He made his first big splash in 1997 working with singer/songwriter Hugh Fadal from Austin,TX Blues great Gary Primich, living in Austin at the time, was a huge influence on his music as well Guy Forsyth and Walter T Higgs were other big blues/harmonica influences at the time in Austin "If it weren't for those guys, I never would have pushed as hard as I did to learn how to get that sound out of my harp", Ronnie Shellist In 1998, Ronnie moved to Colorado where he teamed up with the band Available Jones and toured the US in 2000 He has worked with many greats in Colorado throughout the past 15 years including such locals as John Alex Mason, Lionel Young, Rich Reno, and Erica Brown By 2006, he began posting performances on YouTube which currently have almost 7 million views Ronnie's live performances include opening for such greats as BB King, Charlie Musselwhite, Robert Cray and the Neville Brothers His style is a combination of mostly Chicago and West Coast blues with various influences mixed in throughout The last CD that Ronnie recorded on was in 2007, titled Chicago Sessions: Blues Revue said: "the show belongs to Shellist's toneful harp" Tom Hyslop, Blues Revue Magazine His newest CD "Till Then" is due out in March 2012 On the CD you'll find mostly originals with a few well known blues covers from some harmonica greats Ronnie's rules for playing music: "be passionate while you play, be free, know your instrument intimately, and relax it's just blues!" It goes without saying that once you have seen Holland K Smith in action you'll be hooked on his special kind of Texas brewed blues Writers from across the country (and international critics too) agree that the Holland K Smith Band is a sure bet to be one of the top Jump Blues bands on tour anywhere! Sporting his 50's look with pompadour hair, goatee and blue jean attire, Holland brings his showmanship to a personal level as he interacts comfortably with his audience

Bad Romance - A Tribute To Lady Gaga

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Bad Romance - A Tribute To Lady Gaga

05-25-2012 - 05-25-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1000 - General Admission 4-pack per tick $1300 - General Admission $1500 - General Admission Day of Show $2000 - Balcony Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74441

Start Time(s): Doors: 08:00 PM Show: 09:00 PM

House of Blues presents Bad Romance - A Tribute To Lady Gaga Bad Romance is a large-scale, live concert musical production that pays tribute to the music of Lady GaGa- the first of its kind! Featuring the music industry’s most talented musicians and dancers along with an amazing storyline, sound, and light show to bring you a full production of the hottest artist of this decade The musicians and dancers of Bad Romance were carefully selected because of their professional and eclectic backgrounds and will bring their unique presence to the production Each performance brings sexy attitude, high-octane energy, heart-pounding music, and visually stimulating theatrics This is an experience that will excite your senses and wet your palette for more Attendees can expect superior musical entertainment, energetic dancing, and a visually stimulating light show with every performance Bad Romance wants attendees to feel they are a part of the show, dancing and singing along; even dressing the part

Dale Watson

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Dale Watson

05-25-2012 - 05-25-2012

Blanco's Bar & Grill

http://www.houstonredneck.com/blancos.html

Blanco's Bar & Grill - 3406 West Alabama Houston TX 77027

Admission: $12 cover charge

(713) 439-0072

Start Time(s): Most bands start at 9pm Call venue for details

Blanco's Bar & Grill presents Dale Watson The Austin-based Dale Watson, is a 25-year industry veteran known for his soulful baritone and for his disdain for the Nashville Pop sound that has come to be called country music in the last couple of decades Dubbed “a honky tonk purist,” and a “leading country light” by the Austin American-Statesman, Dale Watson is a Grand Ol’ Opry favorite, and has a devoted following in the US and Europe among not only fans of all ages, but performers and other industry professionals, as well Dale Watson, born in Birmingham, Alabama and raised in Pasadena, Texas, began performing at 14, and has appeared in clubs and concert venues across the US and Europe to great acclaim He’s recorded hundreds of original songs, some of which have been included in major film soundtracks, has been featured in numerous complication albums with country legends, including Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Dwight Yoakam, and has performed live with Nelson as well as Merle Haggard and Johnny Paycheck His music videos have aired on CMT, and he’s appeared on Austin City Limits

Nick Gaitan & the Umbrella Man (CD Release)

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Nick Gaitan & the Umbrella Man (CD Release)

05-25-2012 - 05-25-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1000

7135339525

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Start Time(s): Time TBA Call for details

Continental Club presents Nick Gaitan & the Umbrella Man Country, Rock n Roll, Swamp Pop, Tex-Mex from Houston, TX CD release show! Nick Gaitan is a bassist, bandleader, and songwriter from Houston,TX His songs show influence coming from the Gulf Coast region and rhythms His music always keeps one foot in the roots From 2007 to 2011, Nick played bass in Billy Joe Shaver's band Shaver, a Country Music legend and Hall of Famer recorded a cut of Gaitan's called, "I've Found My Weakness in You" Gaitan has won numerous awards from "Best Bassist" to "Local Musician of the Year" in Local Houston Rag , The Houston Press Photo by Juan Campos

Texas Johnny Boy

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Texas Johnny Boy

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

McGonigel's Mucky Duck

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 2425 Norfolk Houston TX 77098

Admission: Advance Tickets: $1500 Ticket price at the door: $1600

(713) 528-5999

http://www.mcgonigels.com

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

McGonigel's Mucky Duck presents Texas Johnny Boy Texas Johnny Boy, eclectic bluesician, is a blues vocalist and plays diatonic and chromatic harmonica, flute, tenor and alto saxophone and is the only person, in the state of Texas, that fronts a blues band with that instrumentation Rolls a variety of Chicago, Texas, New Orleans, West Coast Jump, and Louisiana blues, all into one evening of music

Ronnie Shellist (w/Holland K Smith Band)

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Ronnie Shellist (w/Holland K Smith Band)

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): Music usually starts around 9:30pm

Shakespeare Pub presents Ronnie Shellist (w/Holland K Smith Band) Ronnie Shellist has been honing his harmonica skills for the past 16 years He made his first big splash in 1997 working with singer/songwriter Hugh Fadal from Austin,TX Blues great Gary Primich, living in Austin at the time, was a huge influence on his music as well Guy Forsyth and Walter T Higgs were other big blues/harmonica influences at the time in Austin "If it weren't for those guys, I never would have pushed as hard as I did to learn how to get that sound out of my harp", Ronnie Shellist In 1998, Ronnie moved to Colorado where he teamed up with the band Available Jones and toured the US in 2000 He has worked with many greats in Colorado throughout the past 15 years including such locals as John Alex Mason, Lionel Young, Rich Reno, and Erica Brown By 2006, he began posting performances on YouTube which currently have almost 7 million views Ronnie's live performances include opening for such greats as BB King, Charlie Musselwhite, Robert Cray and the Neville Brothers His style is a combination of mostly Chicago and West Coast blues with various influences mixed in throughout The last CD that Ronnie recorded on was in 2007, titled Chicago Sessions: Blues Revue said: "the show belongs to Shellist's toneful harp" Tom Hyslop, Blues Revue Magazine His newest CD "Till Then" is due out in March 2012 On the CD you'll find mostly originals with a few well known blues covers from some harmonica greats Ronnie's rules for playing music: "be passionate while you play, be free, know your instrument intimately, and relax it's just blues!" It goes without saying that once you have seen Holland K Smith in action you'll be hooked on his special kind of Texas brewed blues Writers from across the country (and international critics too) agree that the Holland K Smith Band is a sure bet to be one of the top Jump Blues bands on tour anywhere! Sporting his 50's look with pompadour hair, goatee and blue jean attire, Holland brings his showmanship to a personal level as he interacts comfortably with his audience

2012 Houston Spanish & Flamenco Festival

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Houston Spanish & Flamenco Festival

05-23-2012 - 05-26-2012

Solero Flamenco

http://www.houstonspanishandflamencofestival.com

San Jacinto College South: Marie Spence Flickinger Fine Arts Building - 13735 Beamer Rd Houston TX 77089

Admission: VISIT THE WEBSITE FOR WORKSHOP TUITIION INFORMATION Salvadora Galán in Concert Thursday, May 24, 7:30pm $2000 Adults $1000 Student/Senior Solero Flamenco presents “Festival” featuring Maestro Teo Morca Friday, May 25, 7:30pm $2500 Adults $1500 Student/Senior Omayra Amaya Flamenco Dance Company Saturday, May 26, 7:30pm $3500 Adults $2500 Student/Senior Enjoy all three shows by purchasing the complete Festival Performance Package for one special price! $7500 Adults $4500 Student/Senior

281-224-4764

info@soleroflamenco.com

http://www.houstonspanishandflamencofestival.com

Start Time(s): CLICK HERE FOR FULL SCHEDULE (including workshops, demostrations, lecturs and performances) SPECIAL PERFORMANCES: Salvadora Galán in Concert Thursday, May 24, 7:30pm Solero Flamenco presents “Festival” featuring Maestro Teo Morca Friday, May 25, 7:30pm Omayra Amaya Flamenco Dance Company Saturday, May 26, 7:30pm

A unique festival in Houston! Art, education and culture unite to bring Spanish and Flamenco arts to the people of Houston Solero Flamenco, San Jacinto College South and the Consulate General of Spain present the 2012 Houston Spanish & Flamenco Festival, May 23-26! This unique festival will offer the opportunity for the general public, students and artists to partake in classes, lectures, exhibits, demonstrations, and performances! The four-day festival encompasses the passionate art of Flamenco song, guitar, and dance Flamenco, born from the folklore of the gypsies of Andalucía, Spain, is enjoyed and studied in all corners of the globe San Jacinto College students and the general public will have an opportunity to learn about the flamenco arts here at home by registering for any of the workshops being held Featuring workshops and performances: by Omayra Amaya Flamenco Dance Company, Roberto Castellon, Curro Cueto, Jose Moreno, Salvadora Galan, Teo Morca, Solero Flamenco, Irma La Paloma, Jeremias Garcia, Solangel Lali Calix, Edith Nino, Ma Fernanda Urbaez, Chris Howard A celebration of Spanish and Flamenco Arts! World Class Performances, Workshops at all levels, Performance prelude lectures, vendors and more SPECIAL CONCERTS: Salvadora Galán in Concert Thursday, May 24, 7:30pm Salvadora Galán trasnports audiences to another time and place with the rustic sound and emotion of her song She accompanies herself on the guitar and keeps alive the tradition and art of "cante jondo" or deep song This unique and acclaimed artist enjoys the respect and admiration of the global flamenco community The Houston Spanish and Flamenco Festival is proud to open the 2012 Festival performances with "The Enchanting Song and Guitar" of Spain's Salvadora Galán! Solero Flamenco presents “Festival” featuring Maestro Teo Morca Friday, May 25, 7:30pm Houston’s premier flamenco performing company, Solero Flamenco, is pleased to present “Festival” featuring Maestro Teo Morca! A renowned dancer of international acclaim, Morca will delight audiences with his charm and elegance With trademark passion and spontaneity, Irma La Paloma and Jeremías García will provide the vocal and musical framework for the artistry of dancers Solangel Lali Calix, Edith Niño and percussionists Chris Howard, Solomon García and Andrés Felix Omayra Amaya Flamenco Dance Company Saturday, May 26, 7:30pm Omayra Amaya, grandniece to the legendary Carmen Amaya, fulfills the legacy of her gypsy lineage with her commanding dance and artistry Joining her in the first Houston presentation of "Intimo" is the all star cast of the Omayra Amaya Flamenco Dance Company headlined by guitarist and composer Roberto Castellón; from Seville, Spain, acclaimed cantaor Pedro Corona Heredia "Curro Cueto;" and percussionist José Moreno The second celebration of the Houston Spanish and Flamenco Festival culmimates with this world class presentation! VISIT THE FACEBOOK PAGE

Metal Shop

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Metal Shop

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

Scout Bar

http://scoutbar.com/home.php

Scout Bar - 18307 Egret Bay Houston TX 77058

Admission: $10 cover charge 18 & up show

281-335-0002

Start Time(s): Doors: 8PM Show: 10PM

Scout Bar presents Metal Shop Playing all your favorite 80s & Glam Rock hits! From the creators of the Boogie Knights, The M-80s, and The Spazmatics, comes PWE Productions' Metalshop–––an outrageously funny spoof of 1980s Heavy Metal music featuring some of the best musicians in the LA music scene Although often referred to as a "band," the Metalshop show is actually the brainchild of producers Jamie Brown and Roger Sause, who pick the cast members, perform, sing, and produce the backing tracks, and direct in costuming, choreography, scripted comedy and other "schtick" Since it's debute in 1997, Brown and Sause have expanded the Metalshop show (also performed under the alter ego of "Danger Kitty") into 8 different lineups spread all throughout the country performing hundreds of shows annually Often copied, but never equalled, the Metalshop show has been pirated by many wannabes who are, in effect, paying tribute to another tribute act! So don't be fooled by imitators! Check Metalshop out at Scout Bar, and see for yourself that they're younger, taller, skinnier, and funnier than ever!

Down

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Down

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

Warehouse Live

http://www.warehouselive.com/

Warehouse Live - 813 Saint Emanuel Houston TX 77003

Admission: $2500 - $3000

713225LIVE (5483)

http://warehouselive.frontgatetickets.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00pm Show: 9:00pm

Warehouse Live presents Down Down is an American southern stoner/doom metal band formed in 1991 in New Orleans, Louisiana The band is a supergroup, comprising current and former members of Pantera, Corrosion Of Conformity, Crowbar, Superjoint Ritual,Eyehategod and Kingdom of Sorrow Since its inception, Down has released three studio albums and has gone on hiatus twice to focus on the members' respective bands The band's current lineup consists of vocalist Phil Anselmo (pictured above), guitarist Pepper Keenan, guitarist Kirk Windstein, bassist Pat Bruders and drummer Jimmy Bower

Plants And Animals

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Plants And Animals

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

Fitzgerald's

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Fitzgerald's - 2706 White Oak Dr Houston TX 77007

Admission: General Admission $1000 Box Office: $1200

(713) 862-3838

fitz@fitzlivemusic.com

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00 PM

Fitzgerald's presents Plants And Animals Montreal-based trio Plants and Animals formed in 2004 around the talents of Warren Spicer (guitar, vocals), Matthew Woodley (drums, percussion, vocals), and Nicolas Basque (guitar, bass, vocals) The band's genre-jumping sound blends rootsy, acoustic-heavy folk and country with elements of classic and progressive rock The first seeds of the band were originally planted on Canada's salty-aired East Coast in Halifax, Nova Scotia Young Warren C Spicer and Matthew ‘the Woodman' Woodley had begun playing together in high-school bands The sea winds eventually carried them through the vast plains of Quebec to Montreal (a journey they would come to know intimately as the years wore on) It was in the now hallowed halls of Concordia University's music department that they would come upon Nicolas Basque, a strange francophone native that shared their musical inclinations (and a trappeur's finely-tuned taste in cuisine) It wasn't until then that the three boys became men, signified their union with a name, and that Plants and Animals emerged from the wildlife Their self-titled debut was released in 2005, followed by another EP, With/Avec, in 2007 and finally a full-length album, Parc Avenue, in 2008 on the Secret City label Plants And Animals released La La Land in 2010

Fresh Music Festival

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Fresh Music Festival

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

Reliant Park

http://www.reliantpark.com/

Reliant Arena - 8400 Kirby Dr Houston TX 77054

Admission: $4500-$6500 Parking Fee per vehicle is $10* *Parking rates are subject to change without notice

1-800-745-3000

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C00483E9FE6B85E?artistid=1690700&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=202

Start Time(s): Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 8:00pm

Reliant Park presents the Fresh Music Festival, Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 8:00pm The Fresh Music Festival is a celebration of the best in R&B, Hip/Hop, Soul and Comedy The artist scheduled to appear are Keith Sweat, Doug E Fresh, K-Ci & JoJo, GUY & SWV Founder and creater of the festival, Gary S Guidry, wanted to bring the best in music to one stage! READ MORE ABOUT THE ARTISTS This year's festival features an absolutely outstanding lineup with some of today's hottest performers Kick off your summer with a party! You don't want to miss out on this!

Omayra Amaya Flamenco Dance Company - Intimo - HSFF 2012

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Omayra Amaya Flamenco Dance Company - Intimo - HSFF 2012

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

Solero Flamenco

http://www.houstonspanishandflamencofestival.com

San Jacinto College South: Marie Spence Flickinger Fine Arts Building - 13735 Beamer Rd Houston TX 77089

Admission: General Admission $35 / Students and Seniors $25 / Special Performance Package Pricing Available

281-224-4764

info@soleroflamenco.com

http://www.houstonspanishandflamencofestival.com

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm

The Stone Coyotes

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Stone Coyotes

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $18 / $12 Cover or $24 for two Shows (RLRM 5/29)

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents The Stone Coyotes Barbara Keith began her career at the Café Wha? in Greenwich Village, following in the footsteps of Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Bill Cosby and many others who got their start in that hallowed dive She was soon recording for MGM/Verve, A&M, and Warner Brothers Her songs have been covered by such diverse artists as Tanya Tucker, Barbra Streisand, The Dillards, Melanie, Hank Snow, Lowell George and others “The Bramble and the Rose” has become a folk standard – often receiving the ultimate compliment of being mistaken for a traditional song Her husband Doug Tibbles had a whole other life before drumming – A native of Los Angeles, he was a TV writer for such shows as “The Munsters”, “Bewitched”, “Andy Griffith”, “My Three Sons”, “Family Affair”, and many more Unhappy with show business in general, Barbara gave back her major label advance, Doug quit his one-day-old job as story editor for “Happy Days”, and they went underground Doug took up drums and son John took up bass at age eleven Reclusive by choice, the band moved from LA to Western Massachusetts to write and woodshed They began playing the occasional show while recording in their cellar When best selling author Elmore Leonard (Get Shorty, Jackie Brown, Out of Sight) walked in the Troubadour in LA one night looking for inspiration for his sequel to Get Shorty, he discovered The Stone Coyotes They became the model for Chili Palmer’s next adventure, “Be Cool” Leonard said, “ It was music I could understand…straight ahead rock and roll with a twang And there are good stories going on in the songs” He included their lyrics in the book and dedicated it to them He and the band made a string of appearances together around the country with a Words and Music Tour – from New York’s Mercury Lounge to LA’s Viper Room With support from XM Satellite Radio’s XCountry, along with loyal AAA and college stations, the band has built a strong following from New England to Texas, from coast to coast On their own label, self-produced, no hype, no roadies, they have ridden hard on the Road Less Travelled - playing, writing and recording six albums Dreams of Glory is their seventh “You can’t enter lightly into an association with The Stone Coyotes Casual music fans need not apply If rock and roll is important to you, this music will move your soul… The most honest rock band in the business Anthems, ballads, and battle cries Bass, guitar, and drums It’s as simple as that” - THE UNION NEWS “The Stone Coyotes are a family trio But don’t expect lace curtains, casseroles or Partridge Family kitsch With songwriter Barbara Keith on electric guitar and vocals, husband Doug Tibbles on drums, and stepson John Tibbles on bass, this band rocks – and they mean it” - ELLA MAGAZINE

Classical Guitar, Tapas, and Wine

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Classical Guitar, Tapas, and Wine

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

St Stephen's Episcopal Church - The Havens Center

http://www.ststephenshouston.org/connect/featured-events/

The Havens Center at St Stephen's Episcopal Church - 1827 W Alabama Houston TX 77098

Admission: Free and open to the public

713-528-6665

Start Time(s): 6:30 pm

St Stephen's Episcopal Church - The Havens Center presents Classical Guitar, Tapas, and Wine, Saturday, May 26 at 6:30pm A FREE event! All are welcome for a classical guitar performance by Juan Carlos Aguilar and Bruce Brogdon A reception with wine and tapas will follow

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Body CTRL monthly dance party

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

AvantGarden (formerly Helios)

http://avantgardenhouston.com/

AvantGarden (formerly Helios) - 411 Westheimer Houston TX 77006

Admission: NO COVER ALL NIGHT! tip jars for the djs provided!

832-287-5577

Start Time(s): 9pm till 2am

AvantGarden presents Body CTRL monthly dance party We have taking it back to our ole' home bass haunt AVANT GARDEN! We have done so many amazing events here over the last 10 years, Superdope, Shack Up with Grrrl Parts, Avant Disco, Free Press Block Party stage, Body CTRL V1, Jaques Renualt, Dj Vadim, etc etc We decided to bring the party back to the house once more Drinks, DJs and Dancing on two floors! up: Glasnost Djs Fredster Tangled Shadows down: Ceeplus Bad Knives Mr Castillo Bobby Dj of //tense// Calero *Spaced Out Projections on the Big Movie Screen *Drink Specials All Night served up by rad bartenders *Bad Ass Patio Bar! *2 floors of fun

Skate & Rock Free Concert Series

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Skate & Rock Free Concert Series

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

Houston Parks & Recreation Department

http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/

Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark - 110 Sabine St Houston TX 77007

Admission: Free and open to the public

713-222-5500

sk8houston@gmail.com

Start Time(s): (All shows start @ 7pm and end 9 pm, three bands each night)

The Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark presents the Skate & Rock Free Concert Series, at the Lee & Joe Jamail Skate Park The premise behind the concerts is skateboarding and Rock & Roll have always been connected at the hip Therefore, it only made since to formalize it in a free concert series format The other key reason is to create a way to expose young skaters to some great live music and possibly inspire them to start their own bands This is the second of three concerts presented by Scion The Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark is much more than a skatepark…it is one of Houston’s best parks to view a live concert The energy of the skaters interacting with musicians, and the Houston skyline providing their backdrop is a sensory overload experience Show starts at 7 Saturday, May 26: MuhammadAli, Peloton, and Project Grimm SKATE HOUSTON or on Facebook

Dancin' in the Street: Motown & More Revue

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Dancin' in the Street: Motown & More Revue

05-24-2012 - 05-27-2012

BACE Productions

http://milleroutdoortheatre.com/

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

Admission: This is a free event and open to the public This is a ticketed event for the covered seating area Free tickets are available (4 per person over age 16 while they last) at the Miller Outdoor Theatre box office the day of the performance between the hours of 10:30am-1pm If tickets remain at 1pm, the box office will re-open one hour before show time to distribute the remaining tickets As always, open seating on the hill

281-FREE-FUN (373-3386)

http://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com

Start Time(s): 8:15PM Thursday-Sunday

Dancin' in the Street: Motown & More Revue is back to "thrill the hill" at Miller Outdoor Theatre for yet another soul filled Memorial Day Weekend! Four performances May 24-27, all beginning at 8:15PM The 2012 spectacular will pay tribute to Etta James, Whitney Houston, Don Cornelius, Ashford & Simpson and many more Dancin' in the Street is an annual concert event celebrating soul and it's universal and enduring influence on music and culture Featuring Houston's most talented performers, Dancin' in the Street covers the timeless classics of Motown artists and many, many more r&b/soul music legends

Tiempo Libre: Hot in Havana!

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Tiempo Libre: Hot in Havana!

05-25-2012 - 05-27-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org/

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts - 615 Louisiana Houston TX 77002

Admission: $25-$130

(713) 224-7575

http://www.houstonsymphony.org/

Start Time(s): Friday- Saturday, 8:00PM Sunday, 7:30PM

The Houston Symphony presents Tiempo Libre: Hot in Havana!, Friday-Saturday, May 25-26 at 8:00PM and May, April 27 at 7:30PM in Jones Hall Tiempo Libre, the sizzling, dance-inducing Latin music group will throw one big Cuban party with conductor Michael Krajewski and your Houston Symphony The infectious, symphonic-infused, tropical rhythms of these classically trained musicians will make you feel like you’re on vacation, right in Jones Hall Come celebrate, Cuban Style! Three-time Grammy-nominated Cuban music group Tiempo Libre is one the hottest young Latin bands today Equally at home in concert halls, jazz clubs and dance venues, Tiempo Libre’s Miami-based members are true modern heirs to the rich tradition of the music of their native Cuba Classically trained at Cuba’s premiere conservatories, today, the group is a hit in the US and abroad, celebrated for its incendiary, joyful performances of timba, an irresistible, dance-inducing mix of high-voltage Latin jazz and seductive rhythms In addition to their performing and recording careers, the members of Tiempo Libre are particularly committed to the sharing of their rich musical traditions through outreach and educational activities and have participated in artist-in-residence programs at Michigan State University and Interlochen Academy The group has also become known for its inspiring classes on rumba, Latin jazz and traditional Cuban music, designed to reach audiences of all ages and backgrounds

HYAC 25th Anniversary Reunion Concert

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

HYAC 25th Anniversary Reunion Concert

05-27-2012 - 05-27-2012

Houston Young Artist's Concert

http://www.hyac.org/

Wortham Theater Center - Cullen Theater - 501 Texas Avenue Houston TX 77002

Admission: $50 Reserved center orchestra $25 Reserved side orchestra

713-222-5400 or 281-332-7978

Start Time(s): 2:30pm

Houston Young Artists' Concert (HYAC) presents the HYAC 25th Anniversary Reunion Concert, Sunday, May 27th at 2:30pm, in Wortham Center-Cullen Theater Headlined by: Frank Huang, violin (Houston Symphony concertmaster Sophie Shao, cello (Avery Fisher Award Recipient) Adam Golka, piano (Gilmore Young Artist) Houston Young Artists' Concert celebration of 25 years encouraging young musicians to be the best they can be These three former Houston Young Artists' Concert musicians light up the stage with this piano trio concert

Symphony North of Houston Memorial Weekend Concert - Elgar, Respighi and Beethoven

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Symphony North of Houston Memorial Weekend Concert - Elgar, Respighi and Beethoven

05-27-2012 - 05-27-2012

Symphony North of Houston

http://www.symphonynorth.org

Northwoods Presbyterian Church - 3320 FM 1960 West Houston TX 77068

Admission: Free to the public Preferred seating by donating $ 20 or more at the door

713-867-3465

Start Time(s): 4:00 pm

Symphony North of Houston presents the Symphony North of Houston Memorial Weekend Concert - Elgar, Respighi and Beethoven, at Northwoods Presbyterian Church, Sunday, May 27 at 4pm The concert features Anthony Kitai, Cellist (Houston Symphony Orchestra) performing Elgar's Cello Concerto in E-minor Pictured: Trevi Fountain, Rome

Gucci Mane - The Rockstar Lifestyle Tour

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Gucci Mane - The Rockstar Lifestyle Tour

05-27-2012 - 05-27-2012

Warehouse Live

http://www.warehouselive.com/

Warehouse Live - 813 Saint Emanuel Houston TX 77003

Admission: $3000

713225LIVE (5483)

http://warehouselive.frontgatetickets.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00pm

Warehouse Live and Big Homie Group, LOC Marketing, Fever, and Deandre Byrd Entertainment present Gucci Mane - The Rockstar Lifestyle Tour Radric Davis (born February 2, 1980 in Birmingham, Alabama), better known by his stage name Gucci Mane, is an American rapper and CEO of 1017 Brick Squad Records He debuted in 2005 with Trap House and followed with albums such as Hard to Kill in 2006, Trap-A-Thon and Back to the Trap House in 2007 In 2009, his second studio album The State vs Radric Davis was released, and The Appeal: Georgia's Most Wanted was released in 2010, and is his highest charting album so far Gucci Mane has released many other mixtapes and independent albums as well While serving a six-month jail term for assault in late 2005, Davis was charged with murder, though the charges were later dropped due to a lack of evidence In 2009, he served a year-long county jail sentence for violating probation for his 2005 aggravated assault conviction Gucci Mane has something for everyone, and with the struggles of the past in his rearview, Gucci is settled in for his ride to the top “I’m best known for controversy but I’m trying to gain respect as a songwriter and entertainer I plan to hit them so hard with this album; who knows what the future will bring I’ll be banging them out till I can’t bang no more”

Brave New Waves: Explorations in Electronic Sound

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Brave New Waves: Explorations in Electronic Sound

05-27-2012 - 05-27-2012

Brave New Waves Sound Series

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Brave-New-Waves-Sound-Series/323786691024322

14 Pews - 800 Aurora Street Houston TX 77009

Admission: $7-10 Recommended Free parking on street

281-725-1767 or 2818889677

info@14pews.com

Start Time(s): 7:00pm - 9:30pm doors open at 6:45PM

14 Pews and Brave New Waves Sound Series present Brave New Waves: Explorations in Electronic Sound Brave New Waves, is a monthly music series focusing on electronic, electro-acoustic and other music forms Performances are held the last Sunday of each month at 14 Pews, featuring local Houston, Texas area, and International artists and performers Chosen with consideration to showcase a variety of electronic based music styles, Brave New Waves is dedicated to attracting a broad and diverse audience and to give the the public opportunities to directly experience the work of Houston's electronic explorers and innovators Programs will include works by many of the field's electronic pioneers, as well as providing opportunity for composers to have their work performed and heard With a wonderful acoustic space, select craft brews from Texas and Louisiana, and the occasional cookie or cupcake, we'd love you to join us each month and explore the world of electronic music in all its sonic permutations - Paul Connolly, series curator -

Tamil Nadu Foundation 37th National Convention Houston

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Tamil Nadu Foundation 37th National Convention Houston

05-26-2012 - 05-27-2012

Bharathi Kalai Manram

http://tnfconvention.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=34&Itemid=1

Hilton Houston North - 12400 Greenspoint Drive Houston TX 77060

Admission: Registration for both days ($160) May 26th, 2012 - Saturday Reg only($90) May 27th, 2012 - Sunday Reg only ($90) May 26th, 2012 - Saturday Evening Music Show only ($40, Dinner NOT Included) May 27th, 2012 - Sunday Evening Music Show only ($40, Dinner NOT Included)

832-377-1863

http://tnfconvention.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=171&Itemid=135

Start Time(s): 9 AM to 11 PM Schedule details

Bharathi Kalai Manram presents the Tamil Nadu Foundation 37th National Convention - May 26-27, 2012 Tamil Nadu foundation (TNF) is the only organization in the world that is entirely devoted to the promotion of economic and social welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu Since its inception in 1974, TNF has implemented about 600 humanitarian projects all over Tamil Nadu What makes TNF unique is its ability to monitor, audit and execute projects anywhere in Tamil Nadu under the guidance and supervision of TNF’s Chennai Chapter Our Chennai Chapter has paid full-time employees and a full-fledged office in its own building in Kilpauk to administer the projects funded from the US and other international donors TNF’s Houston will be hosting the 37th National Convention in Houston during the Memorial Day Weekend We are working with Dallas, Austin & San Anatonio to bring all the Tamils together for a great cause It is very appropriate that the Convention will be held in Houston, TX to give voice for the educational freedom of underprivileged rural Tamil children TNF has adopted “School Dropouts Project” as its main focus project with the intent of minimizing school dropouts among Tamil children Please join us in Houston to learn more about our initiatives and to enjoy the charity, cultural and literary festival We are looking forward to seeing you in Houston during the Memorial Day weekend CLICK HERE FOR A PDF SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Memorial Day in The Woodlands

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Memorial Day in The Woodlands

05-26-2012 - 05-27-2012

The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau

http://www.thewoodlandscvb.com/

Waterway Square - 31 Waterway Avenue The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: Memorial Day in The Woodlands is free and open to the public thanks to Wells Fargo, The Woodlands Development Company, The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center, St Luke’s The Woodlands Hospital, Kyle Sherburne – State Farm Insurance, University of Phoenix, Munday Chevrolet, Wrights Printing, and Kroger Limited, free curbside parking is available along Lake Robbins Drive, Waterway Avenue, Waterway Square Place, and Timberloch Place Additional parking is available at the 24 Waterway Parking Garage (corner of Fountain Plaza & Lake Robbins Drive), the Waterway Square Parking Garage (between Fountain Plaza and Woodloch Court) and the parking lot at the corner of Waterway Avenue and Timberloch Place, prices vary

281-363-2447

info@thewoodlandscvb.com

Start Time(s): May 26 – 27, from 6 pm – 9 pm at Waterway Square Fireworks will light up the sky at 8:55 pm both evenings

Have a blast this Memorial Day as Wells Fargo presents an extravagant firework display during Memorial Day in The Woodlands, a free live music event complete with interactive booths, face painters, balloonists and more, May 26 – 27, from 6 pm – 9 pm at Waterway Square Fireworks will light up the sky at 8:55 pm both evenings Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy sounds from local country favorite, The Sheila Marshall Band, as the group takes to the stage on Saturday, May 26 from 6 pm – 7:20 pm followed by the top cover band, Rapture, from 7:40 pm – 8:55 pm The fun continues on Sunday with live music from Houston’s hottest party band, 11th Hour, from 6 pm – 7:20 pm Another Houston favorite, Park Avenue, will perform hits from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and today from 7:40 pm -8:55 pm Following a full evening of festivities at Waterway Square, the crowd will be treated to a grand display of fireworks that will light up the night’s sky both Saturday and Sunday night beginning at 8:55 pm, best viewing at Waterway Square Memorial Day in The Woodlands is free and open to the public thanks to Wells Fargo, The Woodlands Development Company, The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center, St Luke’s The Woodlands Hospital, Kyle Sherburne – State Farm Insurance, University of Phoenix, Munday Chevrolet, Wrights Printing, and Kroger Limited, free curbside parking is available along Lake Robbins Drive, Waterway Avenue, Waterway Square Place, and Timberloch Place Additional parking is available at the 24 Waterway Parking Garage (corner of Fountain Plaza & Lake Robbins Drive), the Waterway Square Parking Garage (between Fountain Plaza and Woodloch Court) and the parking lot at the corner of Waterway Avenue and Timberloch Place, prices vary This is the second year Wells Fargo will serve as a presenting sponsor during the Memorial Day festivities Wells Fargo operates ten branches throughout The Woodlands area “Sponsoring the Memorial Day fireworks provides a great opportunity for Wells Fargo to support The Woodlands community and honor our American soldiers,” said Glenn Godkin, Wells Fargo Greater Houston Regional president “Last year’s event was spectacular and we look forward to another great success for 2012” For more information on Memorial Day in The Woodlands and weekend hotel offerings, visit wwwthewoodlandscvbcom/memorialdayasp or call 281-363-2447 “Like” The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau on Facebook at wwwFacebookcom/VisitTheWoodlands and “follow” them on Twitter wwwtwittercom/TheWoodlandsCVB

Milton Hopkins & Jewel Brown (CD Release)

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Milton Hopkins & Jewel Brown (CD Release)

05-27-2012 - 05-27-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1000

7135339525

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Start Time(s): 2pm-4pm

Continental Club presents Milton Hopkins & Jewel Brown (CD Release) The new Dialtone release features Milton Hopkins, legendary guitar player and cousin of Lightnin’ Hopkins, alongside Jewel Brown, the vocalist of the legendary Louis Armstrong who she toured with for over 9 years Backed by a band of first-rate players, these two musical veterans deliver a classic blues statement for the twenty-first century The quality of the vintage testifies to the rich depths of the roots Savor it and enjoy! Milton Roosevelt Hopkins was born in Houston’s Fifth Ward on January 30, 1934 His first musical influences came from the numerous bands in his neighborhood of Trinity Gardens and one local gospel quartet in particular He picked up an old guitar with 4 rusty strings that was hanging from a nail on the back porch It wasn’t long before he formed a band with other aspiring neighborhood musicians One of the first gigs found Johnny “Guitar Watson” sitting in This was the beginning of a career that led Milton to play with BB King, Little Richard, Sam Cooke, Jackie Wilson, The Drifters and many, many other great Blues and R&B artists Jewel Brown is best known as vocalist with Louis Armstrong’s All Star band Whether or not Ms Brown would audition for this position was precarious at the time because the former singer for the band had died recently and it wasn’t known how well received Ms Brown would be under the circumstances The audition did turn out to be a success and Ms Brown was soon welcomed into the All Stars During her career Ms Brown toured internationally with Armstrong’s band and also performed with Carrol Garner, Earl Grant, Arnett Cobb, as well as many others She also performed on her own and took responsibility for managing herself

Jon Yerby

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Jon Yerby

05-27-2012 - 05-27-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $15 cover

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 3:00pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Jon Yerby Born in Celle, Germany, Jon Yerby began studying percussion at age 5 before becoming acquainted with the guitar His teachers and mentors include such luminaries as Eliot Fisk, Oscar Ghiglia, John Gibbons, Tom Johnson, Adam Holzman, and Bruce Holzman Yerby has performed as a soloist and chamber musician at venues across North America including New England Conservatory’s prestigious Jordan Hall, the Isabella Stewart Gardner museum and countless venues ranging from the Françoys-Bernier Concert Hall at Domain Forget in Quebec, Canada to the Brau-House in Hot Springs, Arkansas In 2008 Yerby was awarded a full scholarship and graduate assistanceship to begin doctoral studies at FSU after having completed his master’s degree with Eliot Fisk at New England Conservatory with the named Sofie and Henry Mydans Foundation Scholarship Currently Jon is concertizing and serving as adjunct professor of guitar at Tallahassee Community College while finishing his graduate studies at FSU Yerby is the director and founder of Seven Hills Guitar Series and is a director with the Classical Guitar Society of Tallahassee As an active musician and chamber music collaborator Jon has also made contributions to the expansion of the classical guitar repertoire by commissioning works such as Robert Hostein’s Barton Blues (2003) and his numerous transcriptions which most recently include a set of pieces from Robert Schumann’s Album Fur Die Jugend and Felix Mendelssohn’s Songs Without Words

John Egan (Mondays)

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John Egan (Mondays)

04-02-2012 - 05-28-2012

Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club

http://www.thebigeasyblues.com

Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club - 5731 Kirby Drive Houston TX 77005

Admission: No cover charge

(713) 523-9999

Start Time(s): Start time TBD Call venue for details

The Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club presents John Egan When Egan pulls out his shiny National steel 6-string, plugs it in to high voltage, puts his right foot on an amplified wooden stomp box, and taps his effects pedals, he calls up spirits -- ghosts like Chris Whitley, Jimi Hendrix, Robert Johnson, Blind Willie McTell William Michael Smith-Houston Press Egan howls and drops his foot like a hammer on his stompbox, but it's his flashy fingerwork on a National steel guitar that truly dazzles He's an old soul and one of the most riveting performers in the city

Speakeasy with The Jazz Marauders (Mondays)

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Speakeasy with The Jazz Marauders (Mondays)

05-14-2012 - 05-28-2012

AvantGarden (formerly Helios)

http://avantgardenhouston.com/

AvantGarden (formerly Helios) - 411 Westheimer Houston TX 77006

Admission: Free Show

832-287-5577

Start Time(s): 10pm till 2am

AvantGarden presents Speakeasy with The Jazz Marauders, Mondays February 20 and 27 Listen Here you Nightlife Aces, Players, Debonair Debutantes, Vamps, & Villians! 'Ya Monday Nights in Houston Have Taken an Antiquated Pace A Step Back in Time in the Old Age The Age of Prohibition The Time When our Beloved Spirits & Intoxicants were outlawed by The Man And Having a Good time was considered Crime But such trivial things can't hold US DowN! We Take you back to a time of Decadence! Sound Smokey Moods & Swanky Grooves When Atmosphere & Style Ruled the Night, and the Firewater & Hootch just kept on flowin' as The Nocturnal Revelry Kept on Going"Underground" "JaZZ Marauders" all Night Long! This 'aint ya mama's Rag-a-Muffin Rot-Gut or Moonshine! So Dodge the Pigs 'N' Mulligans, Hail your Jitney & come Dig this Joint! After 10 in the PM, Don your pin-stripes, wing-tips & arrow collars and head on over to The Olde Avantgaurd, 411 Westheimer @ Taft for a Rightous Raucous to Kick off your Weekly Grind Jussssst Right! But Just Make SureTo SPEAKEASY

Patricia Vonne & Rosie Flores

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Patricia Vonne & Rosie Flores

05-29-2012 - 05-29-2012

McGonigel's Mucky Duck

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 2425 Norfolk Houston TX 77098

Admission: Advance Tickets: $2000 Ticket price at the door: $2200

(713) 528-5999

http://www.mcgonigels.com

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

McGonigel's Mucky Duck presents Patricia Vonne & Rosie Flores PATRICIA VONNE - In case you’re not (yet) familiar with Patricia Vonne: she is the sister of acclaimed filmmaker Robert Rodriguez (she starred as ‘Dallas’ in Sin City) Above all, she is a talented and fiery solo musician in her own right Each song is a perfect vehicle for the artist’s passionate and multi-faceted voice, from the haunting ‘La Lomita de Santa Cruz’ which pays tribute to the faith of Vonne’s great-great-grandfather to ‘Gin and Platonic’ a punchy country-rock scorcher with cheeky lyrics that highlights not only what an accomplished artist Patricia Vonne is, but what a talented bunch her musicians are, too A spirited Tex-Mex music for the world ROSIE FLORES - (pictured above) Rosie Flores whips the best of rock and roll, honky tonk, early rockabilly, blues and jazz with the traditional sounds of her roots in San Antonio, TX She took flight in Southern California, and has been a major figure in the Los Angeles, Austin, TX and Nashville music scenes – as well as Europe and Japan Critical raves from prestigious publications such as the Los Angeles Times and Guitar Player magazine, an LA Weekly Music Award for Best Rockabilly Swing Artist, a 2007 cover story in the Austin Chronicle, and the proclamation of Rosie Flores Day in August 2006 by Austin Mayor Will Wynn was topped off by an induction into the Austin Music Hall of Fame in 2007 She was recently voted as one of the "Top 75 Greatest Female Guitarists of All Time" by Venuszine

James Reese Band (Tuesdays)

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

James Reese Band (Tuesdays)

04-03-2012 - 05-29-2012

Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club

http://www.thebigeasyblues.com

Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club - 5731 Kirby Drive Houston TX 77005

Admission: No cover charge!

(713) 523-9999

Start Time(s): Start time TBD Call venue for details

Join the James Reese Band at the Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club for a powerhouse blues, funk, soul, jazz and jam performance! James Reese might be the best guitar player in Texas that you've never heard of He has been playing in Houston for a number of years now, and those that have heard him know that he is more than just the real deal He blows people away with his creativity and mastery of his instrument And now he has a stellar band backing him as well Richard Cholaikian (drums) has been on the Houston music scene for years and just returned from a European tour Frank Zweback (bass) is also a member of other popular groups: skyblue27, DRUM and Zwee And Randy Wall has played keys with almost everyone in town

Chickenfoot - Different Devil Tour 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Chickenfoot - Different Devil Tour 2012

05-29-2012 - 05-29-2012

Bayou Music Center (formerly Verizon Wireless Theater)

http://www.bayoumusiccenter.com/index

Bayou Music Center (formerly Verizon Wireless Theater) - 520 Texas Avenue Houston TX 77002

Admission: $3950 to $4950

(713) 230-1600

http://www.livenation.com/event/0C00485794AE9022?artistid=1310370&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1

Start Time(s): Doors - 6:30pm Show - 7:30pm This show is for all ages

Bayou Music Center presents Chickenfoot - Different Devil Tour 2012 With Black Stone Cherry Having established themselves in record time as one of the earth’s premier rock bands with their Gold-certified 2009 self-titled debut, Chickenfoot – the illustrious, virtuosic supergroup formed by singing legend Sammy Hagar, guitar god Joe Satriani, and the renowned rhythm section of bassist Michael Anthony and drummer Chad Smith – approached the initial stages of recording their new album, Chickenfoot III, with supreme confidence and a firm sense of intention They, of course, had good reasons to feel cocky: There were the high-octane, hook-o-rama singles, “Oh Yeah,” “Sexy Little Thing” and “My Kinda Girl” Then there were the riveting live shows, starting with a sold-out-within-seconds “Road Test” run of clubs and ending a year later with a sold-out-within-seconds world tour of large halls The not-so-little engine that could definitely did…time after time Beyond the obvious, however, something more important happened during Chickenfoot’s rise to the top of the rock: They became a band A real band “We went from being a weekend fun-time thing to making a record and touring the world,” says Sammy Hagar “Our learning curve was fast – even for us But we went out every night to kick ass and prove that we weren’t resting on our laurels We earned everything we got, and along the way, we established a trust in one another that happens very rarely in bands To me, it’s magical”

Real Life-Real Music: The Stone Coyotes

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Real Life-Real Music: The Stone Coyotes

05-29-2012 - 05-29-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $15 Cover

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:00pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Real Life - Real Music The Stone Coyotes spend the evening talking about their music & playing with host Kyle Hutton for this recorded-for-radio event Barbara Keith began her career at the Café Wha? in Greenwich Village, following in the footsteps of Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Bill Cosby and many others who got their start in that hallowed dive She was soon recording for MGM/Verve, A&M, and Warner Brothers Her songs have been covered by such diverse artists as Tanya Tucker, Barbra Streisand, The Dillards, Melanie, Hank Snow, Lowell George and others “The Bramble and the Rose” has become a folk standard – often receiving the ultimate compliment of being mistaken for a traditional song Her husband Doug Tibbles had a whole other life before drumming – A native of Los Angeles, he was a TV writer for such shows as “The Munsters”, “Bewitched”, “Andy Griffith”, “My Three Sons”, “Family Affair”, and many more Unhappy with show business in general, Barbara gave back her major label advance, Doug quit his one-day-old job as story editor for “Happy Days”, and they went underground Doug took up drums and son John took up bass at age eleven Reclusive by choice, the band moved from LA to Western Massachusetts to write and woodshed They began playing the occasional show while recording in their cellar When best selling author Elmore Leonard (Get Shorty, Jackie Brown, Out of Sight) walked in the Troubadour in LA one night looking for inspiration for his sequel to Get Shorty, he discovered The Stone Coyotes They became the model for Chili Palmer’s next adventure, “Be Cool” Leonard said, “ It was music I could understand…straight ahead rock and roll with a twang And there are good stories going on in the songs” He included their lyrics in the book and dedicated it to them He and the band made a string of appearances together around the country with a Words and Music Tour – from New York’s Mercury Lounge to LA’s Viper Room With support from XM Satellite Radio’s XCountry, along with loyal AAA and college stations, the band has built a strong following from New England to Texas, from coast to coast On their own label, self-produced, no hype, no roadies, they have ridden hard on the Road Less Travelled - playing, writing and recording six albums Dreams of Glory is their seventh “You can’t enter lightly into an association with The Stone Coyotes Casual music fans need not apply If rock and roll is important to you, this music will move your soul… The most honest rock band in the business Anthems, ballads, and battle cries Bass, guitar, and drums It’s as simple as that” - THE UNION NEWS “The Stone Coyotes are a family trio But don’t expect lace curtains, casseroles or Partridge Family kitsch With songwriter Barbara Keith on electric guitar and vocals, husband Doug Tibbles on drums, and stepson John Tibbles on bass, this band rocks – and they mean it” - ELLA MAGAZINE Real Life - Real Music makes it's home at Dosey Doe in the Woodlands, Texas select Tuesday nights throughout the year Every show is recorded and rebroadcast throughout the Real Life syndicated network of radio stations

John McVey & the Stumble

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John McVey & the Stumble

05-30-2012 - 05-30-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Shakespeare Pub presents John McVey & the Stumble This is what Texas blues is supposed to sound like! John McVey is a great guitarist but he's also got a feel for the real blues that you just don't hear on very many contemporary recordings John greased his skillet & lit his fire in Little Rock,Arkansas and moved to Austin,Texas and started cooking Starting out with Blues great Larry Davis and literally playing in "buckets of blood" on Little Rock's north and east sides, John noted: "you just had to play like you were going to fight somebody" He hung in there, gigging with Fenton Robison and fomer Earl Hooker vocalist Frank "crying shame" Clark John started to develope his own sound and his Arkansas funk, playing from the gut, guitar stylings were further enhanced when Larry Davis turned him on to the classic recordings of Earl Hooker and Magic Slim Moving to (Gone to) Austin, Texas in 86', John began working at the Continental Club and at Antone's with Hook Herrera & the Hitchhikers, which included Alex Napier and Mike Buck John also traveled overseas with Larry Davis, Paul Orta, and then Lavelle White John now resides in Houston,Texas and has reformed the Stumble with Marie English on Keyboards, Larry "Lownote" Johnson on Bass and Jimmy Rose on Drums

Blues and Burgers (Wednesdays)

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Blues and Burgers (Wednesdays)

03-21-2012 - 05-30-2012

Discovery Green

http://www.discoverygreen.com

Discovery Green - Labranch at Lamar Houston TX 77010

Admission: Free event! Parking is available in a variety of locations around the park for varying prices

(713) 400-7336

Start Time(s): 12 noon – 1:30 pm Wednesdays

Discovery Green presents Blues and Burgers Enjoy Houston's best in blues music with a lunchtime concert, 12 noon to 1: 30 pm Co-sponsored by KTSU-FM Blues and Burgers Wednesdays at the Lake House at Discovery Green We’ve asked the best bluesmen in Houston to play for you Spring 2012 Schedule: March 21- DelGrosso/Del Toro Richardson Band March 28- Kristine Mills (pictured above) April 4- Curtis Poullard & The Creole Zydeco Band April 11- Pearl Murray & The Jewels April 18- Tommy Dardar Band April 25- Trudy Lynn May 2- John McVey & The Stumble May 9- Zydeco Lady D May 16- Mojofromopolis May 23- Tha Lady D May 30- Step Rideau & The Zydeco Outlaws Enjoy a great lunchtime blues concert Co-sponsored by KTSU-FM

Wednesday Irish Sessions (Plus Patrice Pike)

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Wednesday Irish Sessions (Plus Patrice Pike)

03-21-2012 - 05-30-2012

McGonigel's Mucky Duck

http://www.mcgonigels.com

McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 2425 Norfolk Houston TX 77098

Admission: No Cover Charge

(713) 528-5999

Start Time(s): Patrice Pike 6:30pm-8:30pm Irish Session 8:30pm

McGonigel's Mucky Duck presents Wednesday Irish Sessions (Plus Patrice Pike) Patrice Pike - Austin, Texas is known for its laid back, bohemian yet ultra committed music scene--something Austin native Patrice Pike immediately conveys She's been a professional musician since she was sixteen, but has maintained such a raw, down-to-earth quality and irrepressible talent that Billboard magazine proclaimed her "one of the finest up and coming contemporary rock singers in America" High praise--and richly deserved An award winning singer songwriter rocker with a punk edge, she's co-created numerous records and musical groups (including Sister Seven and Patrice Pike and the Blackbox Rebellion), toured all over the United States and Western Europe and just plain impressed those who've seen, heard and watched the talented woman And if deep musical aptitude wasn't enough, Patrice is a dedicated humanitarian who, in addition to other progressive endeavors, works with at-risk youth in Austin and abroad In both music and life, Patrice Pike truly is the real deal IRISH SESSION - "What's the difference between a bodhran and a trampoline?" Shaver asks, in an Irish variation on the ever-popular bluegrass banjo jokes "With a trampoline you have to take your shoes off" The general session scheme is that someone starts a tune, and those who know it join in Good session etiquette requires not playing if one does not know the tune, and waiting until a tune one knows comes along In an "open" session, anyone who is able to play Irish music is welcome Most often there are more-or-less recognized session leaders; sometimes there are no leaders At times a song will be sung or a slow air played by a single musician between sets The Irish Session is a perfect time for family dinner at the Duck Children will enjoy the varied instruments such as the above mentioned bodhrun as well as fiddles, tin whistles, flutes and on occasion bagpipes and harp We hope that you will join us

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Ghost Wolves

05-30-2012 - 05-30-2012

Under The Volcano

http://www.myspace.com/underthevolcanobar

Under The Volcano - 2349 Bissonnet Houston TX 77005

Admission: Most events no cover charge Call venue for details

(713) 526-5282

Start Time(s): All shows start at dusk

Under The Volcano presents The Ghost Wolves The Ghost Wolves is a new duo from Austin, TX They play loud, rockin music with a Appalachia-roots-juke-joint-rock sound The Ghost Wolves, formed in early 2010, is a juke-joint duo based out of Austin, TX, featuring guitarist Carley Wolf and drummer Jonathan Konya The group started as a side project between best friends - Konya is a founding member of Americana-roots powerhouse The Belleville Outfit, and also does side-work with legendary country artist Junior Brown, among others Carley, who was raised in the Texas hill country, has been playing music since the age of 14 She is a gifted multi-instrumentalist, and has toured internationally with The Crooked Jades on the mandolin, slapped the upright bass for rock-a-billy sensation Johnny Falstaff, released two solo records, fronted several of her own bands, and in 2007 produced a documentary about her extended family's musical heritage entitled "Music Through the Blood Line" "We both have a distinct respect for our ancestors, those who made their way on this earth before us," Jonathan explains "We also share a passion for the great American musical traditions - delta blues, rock and roll, country, Appalachian mountain music, and all the rest We draw a lot of inspiration from those places, and then we do our own thing with it"

John Butcher, Thomas Lehn, Gino Robair with the Nameless Sound Ensemble

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John Butcher, Thomas Lehn, Gino Robair with the Nameless Sound Ensemble

05-30-2012 - 05-30-2012

Nameless Sound

http://www.namelesssound.org/events/butcher_lehn_robair.html

Studio 101 at Spring Street Studios (formerly Divergence Music & Arts Space) - 1824 Spring St Houston TX 77007

Admission: Each night: $13 General Admission / $10 Students both nights: $20 Everyone under 18 gets in for free

713-928-5653

info@namelesssound.org

http://www.namelesssound.org/events/butcher_lehn_robair.html

Start Time(s): 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Nameless Sound presents John Butcher, Thomas Lehn, Gino Robair 2 Nights, 2 Different Concerts! Wednesday, May 30th at Studio 101:with the Nameless Sound Ensemble Thursday, May 31st at 14 Pews: trio performance Nameless Sound presents the return of two favorite guests, saxophonist John Butcher and analogue synthesist Thomas Lehn, and welcomes percussionist Gino Robair for his Nameless Sound debut John Butcher's work ranges through improvisation, his own compositions, multitracked saxophone pieces and explorations with feedback and extreme acoustics, and as a solo performer who attempts to engage with a sense of place solos are a study in subtle detail, nuanced acoustics, brilliant overtones, and powerful abstraction Since the early 1980s Thomas Lehn has developed an individual language of electronic music, rooted in his experience as an interpreting and improvising pianist in classical, contemporary and jazz music The electronic equipment he uses consists of analogue synthesizers of the late 1960s, in particular the EMS Synthi A Besides the substantial characteristics of its analogue sound synthesis, the facilities of this modular instrument allow him to act and react spontaneously to various structural elements of the music Gino Robair's unconventional approach to percussion puts a greater focus on melody and sound generation than on rhythm and timekeeping It's typical for Robair to arrive at concerts with as few instruments as possible, challenging himself to make music from styrofoam cups, toys, electric motors, even his bare hands He has performed and recorded with artists ranging from Tom Waits to John Zorn to Anthony Braxton, and is the proprietor of Rastascan Records, a label devoted to creative music The Nameless Sound Ensemble brings together the leading lights of Houston's community of creative improvisation, many of whom have had long-term associations with the organization as educators or students FEATURING: John Butcher (London): tenor and soprano saxophones Thomas Lehn (Cologne): analogue synthesizer Gino Robair (San Francisco): drums, percussion Wednesday, May 30, 2012, 8pm at: Studio 101 at Spring Street Studios 1824 Spring Street Houston, TX 77007 with the Nameless Sound Ensemble: Abel Cisneros - drums, percussion David Dove - trombone Ryan Edwards - guitar Sandy Ewen - guitar Thomas Helton - bass Jason Jackson - saxophone Alauna Rubin - clarinet, voice Damon Smith - bass Michelle Yom - flute For information on Nameless Sound or directions go to wwwnamelesssoundorg or call 713-928-5653 Nameless Sound was established in 2001 to present the best of international contemporary music and to support the exploration of new methods in arts education Nameless Sound presents concerts by premier artists in the world of creative music In addition, Nameless Sound and its artists work directly with young people in public schools, community centers and homeless shelters Nameless Sound's educational work helps to nurture a new generation of artists and inspire tomorrow's creative thinkers Pictured above: John Butcher

Davin James Songwriter Showcase: Mike Blakely

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Davin James Songwriter Showcase: Mike Blakely

05-30-2012 - 05-30-2012

Puffabelly's Old Town Spring

http://www.puffabellys.com/

Puffabelly's Old Town Spring - 100 Main St Old Town Spring TX 77373

Admission: $10 cash $12 credit card

281-350-3376

Start Time(s): 8pm

Puffabelly's is proud to welcome this week's Davin James Songwriter Showcase special guest Mike Blakely Enjoy music at it's finest from Texas legends to new artists here at Puffabellys Come out and see Davin James and a special guest each Wednesday night at 8:00pm Mike Blakely gives life to words — sung and written His sincerity comes through clearly in the original lyrics he writes and the way he sings the songs The stories on the pages of his books convey a depth and heart few can express The singer/songwriter and novelist baffles the minds of many with his varied talents and ability to accomplish so much in two different realms — simultaneously He’s “just plain brilliant,” according to John M Greenberg, singer/songwriter and Blakely’s friend of 13 years “…He is as gifted of a novelist as he is a songwriter You just don’t see that combination very often Most storytellers can either do one or the other well with the other being secondary or merely a hobby With Mike, you’d have to flip a coin to which of the two he does better” At age 52, Blakely has written 16 novels and released 11 albums of original TexAmericana music For about six years, the Buchanan Dam, Texas, resident has performed three musical gigs a week, or roughly 150 per year He plays mainly in Texas but has ventured to Europe with his lead guitar player, Larry Nye, and bass player, Donnie Price, 12 times in the last 13 years Blakely draws on his own experiences, other people’s stories, or even just the twist of a phrase to fuel his songwriting “I find inspiration in all kind of places,” said Blakely, who plays guitar and mandolin Blakely grew up in Wharton County, Texas, where he learned cowboy ways while helping his dad tend to the family’s cattle on land they leased He began playing guitar as an 8-year-old, a skill also learned from his musically inclined father “Cowboy music comes to us honestly,” Mike Blakely said, “as we both still live on ranches” These days, on his Seven Stars Ranch in Llano County, Blakely still clings to his country roots He has always wanted to live in the country, have his own place, be his own boss, and hunt and fish “I’m living the dream,” he said “And I get to do two things I love to do to make a living”

Thursday Twilight Tours at Rienzi

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Thursday Twilight Tours at Rienzi

05-03-2012 - 05-31-2012

Rienzi Center for European Decorative Arts, MFAH

http://www.mfah.org/

Rienzi Center for European Decorative Arts - 1406 Kirby Drive Houston TX 77019

Admission: Admission is $15 per person and $12 for MFAH members Reservations are recommended

713-639-7800

http://www.mfah.org/visit/rienzi/

Start Time(s): Thursday evenings in May, 5:30 to 7:30 pm (Last admission at 7:00 pm)

Relax and see Rienzi and its gorgeous gardens at twilight at the Thursday Twilight Tours at Rienzi, every Thursday in May, 5:30pm-7:30pm! Wine and light bites are served Docents are stationed throughout the house to greet visitors and tell stories about Rienzi’s collection of European decorative arts Pink azaleas and large white magnolia blossoms are typically in full bloom at this time of year There are ten distinct gardens on Rienzi’s property for guests to enjoy: The Woods-with-Ferns Garden, Lady Gandes Garden, Crane Garden, Mrs Turner’s Fountain, White Garden, Camellia Garden, Folly Garden, and Pool Gardens During Twilight Tours, Houston musicians serenade guests on the terrace and in the living room: Meghan Elizabeth Caulkett (harp) Thursday, May 3, 2012 Fine Arts Strings (violin and viola) Thursday, May 10, 2012 Lucas Gorham (Spanish guitar) Thursday, May 17, 2012 Mood Indigo (jazz duo) Thursday, May 24, 2012 Fine Arts Strings (violin and viola) Thursday, May 31, 2012 Guests can see Rienzi’s beautiful gardens and fountains, designed by Texas landscape architect Ralph Ellis Gunn, bathed in the diffused light of the setting sun

Charlie Mars

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Charlie Mars

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

McGonigel's Mucky Duck

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 2425 Norfolk Houston TX 77098

Admission: Advance Tickets: $2000 Ticket price at the door: $2200

(713) 528-5999

http://www.mcgonigels.com

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

McGonigel's Mucky Duck presents Charlie Mars “I love the rare feeling of people in a room being connected without having to share any ideology or belief system or style or walk of life or class or anything – where they can all just melt in to something magical,” says Charlie Mars “I want to explore sonically what that is” Those keeping score will mark this as Charlie Mars’ fifth album, but upon first listen, Like A Bird, Like A Plane can best be described as a new debut Over 11 songs, Mars hits a groove that does not signify any specific genre but instead is hardwired to hearts and hips This is an album that writhes through the headphones, which will ultimately be tossed in favor of a living room dance floor Mars has sewn together tightly crafted songs with moods and melodies that pulse with sex, wonderment, and personal destruction – all themes that may clash on paper but in music, suggest mysteries that are organic to us all Songs hit boiling points at unexpected moments; their melodies remain subtle but always present Because they are so rhythmically textured, while at the same time spacious, songs reveal new things upon each listen Mars sets everything to a groove, so listening can mean disappearing inside the music and following the ride

Saint Vitus (upstairs)

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Saint Vitus (upstairs)

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

Fitzgerald's

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Fitzgerald's - 2706 White Oak Dr Houston TX 77007

Admission: General Admission $1500 Box Office: $1700

(713) 862-3838

fitz@fitzlivemusic.com

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00 PM

Fitzgerald's presents Saint Vitus With Dixie Witch, Venomous Maximus, Texxxas, Fron Beyond, Sanctus Bellum Saint Vitus is an American doom metal band from Los Angeles, formed in 1978 They consist of founding members Dave Chandler (guitarist) and Mark Adams (bass), alongside sporadic singer Scott Weinrich and recently added drummer Henry Vasquez The band has been regarded and credited as one of the first bands of the genre, starting out as early as the late 1970s, along with Pentagram, Witchfinder General, Trouble and Candlemass As of 2011, they have released seven studio albums The original Saint Vitus line-up consisted of Chandler, Adams, drummer Armando Acosta and singer Scott Reagers They recorded their first two albums before Scott Weinrich replaced Reagers in 1986 The line-up of Chandler, Adams, Acosta and Weinrich was the longest-lasting, and recorded the band's next three albums albums, Born Too Late (1986), Mournful Cries (1988) and V (1990) Although Saint Vitus enjoyed moderate success with those albums, the band never achieved a popular breakthrough Weinrich left the band in 1991 to focus on the reunion of his previous band The Obsessed, and was replaced by Chritus Linderson Saint Vitus recorded the album COD (1992) before Linderson was dismissed from the band In 1994, Saint Vitus reunited with Reagers and recorded Die Healing (1995), which would be their final album for 17 years After breaking up in 1996 and briefly reforming in 2003, Saint Vitus reunited again in 2008 with the band's "classic" line-up, featuring Weinrich, Chandler, Adams and Acosta, and embarked on a successful tour After 31 years in the band, Acosta left Saint Vitus in 2009 and was replaced by Henry Vasquez The new line-up recently completed a new album, titled Lillie: F-65, which was released on March 27, 2012

Brave Combo

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Brave Combo

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $12-$18 cover charge

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents the Brave Combo Trying to describe these 2 time Grammy Award Winners requires a pretty extensive vocabulary For the past three decades this quintet has perfected a world music mix that includes cha cha, polka, salsa, rock, meringue, blues cumbia, conjuto, classical, and more They are America’s Premier Dance Band a rocking, rollicking, global journey Come Party and get an education!! Brave Combo Rarely, if ever, has a band name been more apropos, not only at the group's inception, but even more so more than 29 years after the fact At first glance, back in 1979, the Denton, Texas, based outfit was, in shorthand, pegged as a New Wave polka band, a courageous if not almost oxymoronic endeavor during that particular rebirth of the cool Yet it clicked and launched a stunning run that has now catapulted it into the new century Over the last 30 years, Brave Combo has collected a dizzying array of descriptive musical pegs, boldly going where few bands have gone before, and even fewer could (or would) dare to venture Succeeding in its first mission, Brave Combo is America's premier contemporary polka band, and a Grammy winning one at that In the same breath, to name some but hardly all of the colors found on Brave Combo's musical palette, one can describe them as a groundbreaking world music act, a hot jazz quintet, a rollicking rock'n'roll bar band, a Tex-Mex conjunto, a sizzling blues band, a saucy cocktail combo, a deadly serious novelty act, a Latin orchestra, and one of America's dance bands par excellence It's all in a night's music for Brave Combo, often in a synergistic fashion that includes everything from klezmer surf rock to rocking cha cha to what The Washington Post calls "mosh pit polka," as well as to the hokey pokey and the chicken dance And zydeco, acid rock, Muzak, bubblegum, cumbia, classical, and the twist, to still not exhaust the list This plethoric multitude of musical styles and flavors is frequently mixed, matched, and melded, into delicious, new concoctions by an imaginative team of musical gourmet master chefs "We're just trying to be a brave combo," is how bandleader Carl Finch explains what Billboard calls the band's "world-wise, unclassifiable music" The prime directive is to "break down people's perceptions about what's cool to like in music Our deal is to shake up people's ideas about what they label hip, or right or wrong" In the process Brave Combo also shakes listeners' hips and tail feathers, sparks delight, provokes imaginations, rocks all night long, and elicits more than a few chuckles Olympic Ice Dancers, Elizabeth Punsalan and Jerod Swallow have skated to their music during numerous competitions and Brave Combo has been frequent guests on such public broadcasting shows as The Lonesome Pine Special, Fresh Air, All Things Considered, The Next Big Thing and A Prairie Home Companion, whose host Garrison Keillor calls them "entertainers who just won't take no for an answer" The Brave Combo that has accomplished all that and more is a five-piece veritable orchestra that originated and is still based in Denton, TX Keyboardist, guitarist, accordionist, and singer Carl Finch founded the band in 1979, releasing their first records on the band's own Four Dots Records He has also produced artists like Little Jack Melody And His Young Turks, Trout Fishing In America, Santiago Jimenez Jr, and Mingo Saldivar, compiled the Rhino Records collection Legends of the Accordion, and released on Four Dots the debut album by Sara Hickman, Equal Scary People, that helped win her a major label record deal Alongside Finch for most of Brave Combo's 30 years has been multi-instrumentalist Jeffrey Barnes, who joined in 1983 Barnes is known for his lively and imaginative stage wear, as well as playing an array of reeds and woodwinds, harmonica, pennywhistle, guitars, you name it, sometimes in multiple, simultaneous combinations Rounding out the current line-up are trumpet and flugelhorn player Danny O'Brien, drummer Arjuna Contreras and Ross Schodek on bass guitar The band's musical agility and diversity has no doubt helped it win "Pop/Rock Talent Deserving Wider Recognition" honors three years in a row in the annual Critics Poll for the jazz bible Downbeat And yes, Brave Combo remains a band, despite all the achievements, whose music all but begs wider airing, even if they have succeeded in winning over the various, finicky, disparate factions of the polka world, garnered consistently high praise in the music press, and picked up new fans every time they’ve played Does this mean Brave Combo is a cult band? Well, if it is, it’s one with converts and outposts across North America and south of the border, as well as around the world And like any self-respecting cult, there is an underlying international agenda behind the music, as The Chicago Tribune divined when it dubbed Brave Combo a "party band with a purpose" And yes, there is a purpose "Peace through polka" may sound like a quip, but the way Brave Combo can erase musical prejudices and seduce people to like music they thought they wouldn't or didn't, does serve a higher calling "I do think the acceptance of polka and other dance rhythms can help bring about world peace If the people of the world can start dancing together, they can learn to respect each other's cultures, too," concludes Finch "That kind of understanding will give us all a better chance to survive"

AftonLive Showcase

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

AftonLive Showcase

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

Warehouse Live

http://www.warehouselive.com/

Warehouse Live - 813 Saint Emanuel Houston TX 77003

Admission: Tickets are available for $10 in advance at wwwaftonlivecom, or $1200 at the door

713225LIVE (5483)

Start Time(s): Doors open at 7:00pm Show at 8:00pm

Warehouse Live presents the AftonLive Showcase With Performances By: guests TBA Afton offers artists hope for finding greater satisfaction and fulfillment in their creative work We provide this through live performance opportunities and online informational resources In an industry full of people anxious to tell you that you can't, we're lucky to be able to tell you that you can By providing an opportunity for live shows, Afton offers a primary vehicle for artists to share what they have created Aditionally, we provide unique strategies for artists and advocate a proactive mindset We encourage them to determine the purpose of their art, establish their definition of success, and then create the plan that will get them there This missing framework is the only thing keeping many artists from having the career they want Afton's events allow an artist's music to come to life Live performance is where the deepest connection between the fan and artist can take place Also, at the local level, live shows are the best way to gain new fans Our shows offer artists hope for growing their following, which is a very common career goal Adapted from AftonLivecom

Houston Blues Society Monthly Jam

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Houston Blues Society Monthly Jam

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

Houston Blues Society

http://www.thebigeasyblues.com

Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club - 5731 Kirby Drive Houston TX 77005

Admission: NO cover charge

(713) 523-9999

Start Time(s): Start time TBD Call venue for details

The Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club presents the Houston Blues Society Monthly Jam Held on the last Thursday of every month, the jam features a different host band every month Come and hear some of Houston's finest musicians, as well as up and coming musicians - pack your axe and get it down to the Big Easy Keep the Blues Alive!

John Butcher, Thomas Lehn, Gino Robair: trio concert

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John Butcher, Thomas Lehn, Gino Robair: trio concert

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

Nameless Sound

http://www.namelesssound.org/events/butcher_lehn_robair.html

14 Pews - 800 Aurora Street Houston TX 77009

Admission: Each night: $13 General Admission / $10 Students both nights: $20 Everyone under 18 gets in for free

713-928-5653

info@namelesssound.org

http://www.namelesssound.org/events/butcher_lehn_robair.html

Start Time(s): 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Nameless Sound presents John Butcher, Thomas Lehn, Gino Robair 2 Nights, 2 Different Concerts! Wednesday, May 30th at Studio 101:with the Nameless Sound Ensemble Thursday, May 31st at 14 Pews: trio performance Nameless Sound presents the return of two favorite guests, saxophonist John Butcher and analogue synthesist Thomas Lehn, and welcomes percussionist Gino Robair for his Nameless Sound debut John Butcher (London): tenor and soprano saxophones Thomas Lehn (Cologne): analogue synthesizer Gino Robair (San Francisco): drums, percussion Thursday, May 31, 2012, 8 pm at: 14 Pews 800 Aurora Street, Houston 77009 trio performance John Butcher's work ranges through improvisation, his own compositions, multitracked saxophone pieces and explorations with feedback and extreme acoustics, and as a solo performer who attempts to engage with a sense of place solos are a study in subtle detail, nuanced acoustics, brilliant overtones, and powerful abstraction Since the early 1980s Thomas Lehn has developed an individual language of electronic music, rooted in his experience as an interpreting and improvising pianist in classical, contemporary and jazz music The electronic equipment he uses consists of analogue synthesizers of the late 1960s, in particular the EMS Synthi A Besides the substantial characteristics of its analogue sound synthesis, the facilities of this modular instrument allow him to act and react spontaneously to various structural elements of the music Gino Robair's unconventional approach to percussion puts a greater focus on melody and sound generation than on rhythm and timekeeping It's typical for Robair to arrive at concerts with as few instruments as possible, challenging himself to make music from styrofoam cups, toys, electric motors, even his bare hands He has performed and recorded with artists ranging from Tom Waits to John Zorn to Anthony Braxton, and is the proprietor of Rastascan Records, a label devoted to creative music For information on Nameless Sound or directions go to wwwnamelesssoundorg or call 713-928-5653 Nameless Sound was established in 2001 to present the best of international contemporary music and to support the exploration of new methods in arts education Nameless Sound presents concerts by premier artists in the world of creative music In addition, Nameless Sound and its artists work directly with young people in public schools, community centers and homeless shelters Nameless Sound's educational work helps to nurture a new generation of artists and inspire tomorrow's creative thinkers Pictured above: Gino Robair

Jetspeed Live (featuring Low Man's Joe, Inner Image, Holly Hicks Band, Strait Laced Scarlet, Lonestar Massacre)

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Jetspeed Live (featuring Low Man's Joe, Inner Image, Holly Hicks Band, Strait Laced Scarlet, Lonestar Massacre)

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1000 - General Admission $1200 - General Admission Day of Show Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74766

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 07:15 PM

House of Blues presents Jetspeed Live Music Showcase featuring Low Man's Joe, Inner Image, Holly Hicks Band, Strait Laced Scarlet, and Lonestar Massacre Pictured: photo features Low Man's Joe ©Roan Matthews

SPECIAL CONCERT: Michael Martin Murphey Cosmic Cowboy Dancehall Tour

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

SPECIAL CONCERT: Michael Martin Murphey Cosmic Cowboy Dancehall Tour

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

Firehouse Saloon

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Firehouse Saloon - 5930 SW Freeway and Fountainview Houston TX 77057

Admission: Tickets for this special engagement are: $2500 ALL SHOWS ARE 21 AND UP UNLESS NOTED

(713) 977-1962

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Start Time(s): Concert starts at 9pm!!!

The Firehouse Saloon presents SPECIAL CONCERT: Michael Martin Murphey Cosmic Cowboy Dancehall Tour Michael is a proud son and life-long resident of Texas, where his family settled in 1858 He divides his time between ranches in the Panhandle of West Texas, Northern New Mexico, Southern Colorado and the Oocooch Mountains of Wisconsin Native Texan Michael Martin Murphey is now in the Western Music Hall of Fame He’s won numerous awards and honors from such organizations as the National Cowboy Hall of Fame, Academy of Country Music, “The Golden Smokey Award for Outstanding Service in Conservation from the US Department of the Interior, The Grammy Awards, Country Music Association Awards, “The King of the Cowboys” Award for Western Entertainment, The Academy of Western Artists and Performers, Texas Music Awards, Charlie Russell Red Sash Award for Western Heritage, National Day of the Cowboy Keeper Award, and given a rare Lifetime Honorary Member of the American Quarter Horse Association BMI has confirmed that his song “Wildfire” is one of the most played songs in the history of radio,in all formats Michael has made over 35 albums, with hits and millions of sales He’s the first Singing Cowboy to attain a Certified Gold Album in Cowboy Music since Marty Robbins His songs have been recorded by Lyle Lovett, Kenny Rogers, John Denver, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Jerry Jeff Walker, Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver, and a host of other recording artists He’s played concerts at the best of Performing Arts Centers (including Carnegie Hall and Bass Hall), Cowboy Christmas™ and Westfest™, festivals, fairs and rodeos – and on his trail rides He has performed with over 50 symphony orchestras, including the National Symphony Orchestra Michael is also a movie actor, script writer, and performed music in films like Lonesome Dove and Hard Country His television appearances and music scores include PBS/RFD-TV hit series America’s Heartland, The Tonight Show, David Letterman, Austin City Limits, CMT, and TNN He hosts the highly-rated outdoors television show The Best of the West with Michael Martin Murphey He’s a respected writer and spokesman in publications such as American Cowboy, and Range Magazine He’s been featured in countless newspaper, magazine and books, including Rolling Stone, Time, The London Times, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Tribune and The Denver Post Michael’s lifestyle is that of a lover of the outdoors, a rancher of horses and cattle and having run ranches in New Mexico, Colorado, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa His accomplishments as rancher have lead to being chosen as a spokesman and entertainer for The American Farm Bureau Federation and Society of Range Management The John Wayne Family approved him to organize and perform for John Wayne’s 100th Birthday Celebration in 2007, commended by the White House Michael, his wife Karen and six children are all involved in the family businesses of music, ranching and recreational as well as competitive horseback riding The Murphey family divides personal family time between residences in Colorado and Wisconsin, and land on a private fishing lake in Linden, Texas, near where the Murphey pioneer family came to Texas in 1858

Snit's Dog & Pony Show

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Snit's Dog & Pony Show

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Shakespeare Pub presents Snit's Dog & Pony Show Kevin "Snit" Fitzpatrick:(pictured) the former founding member of the Hollisters, Kevin "Snit" Fitzpatrick steps up front from the drums to become this bands lead singer and rhythm guitarist Always a big fan of Chuck Berry "Snit" brings his life of the party persona to the stage when Snit's Dog and Pony Show performs Although this group has been a part time project for several years beginning in Atlanta in the late 80's, Snit's Dog and Pony show did not become a full time act until March 2001 Sam Dunlap: Being influenced by Texas guitar players such as Freddie King, T-Bone Walker, Albert Collins and Jimmy Vaughan, and by Chicago greats, Otis Rush Magic Sam and Buddy Guy, Sam's main love Albert and BB King, Muddy Waters, Jimmy Reed and of course, Chuck Berry Through out the 80's Sam has played on the road and locally in the Midwest region with The Sons and the Agents playing roots rock, rock-a-billy and original music Moving to Florida in '88 he focused on playing blues and continued writing and performing original songs He recorded a record on an independent label with a band called Medicine Man for which wrote most of the music JD DiTullio: JD's first "informal" introduction to drumming would have to be as a baby beating on pots and pans on the kitchen floor while his mother was cooking JD's first "formal" drum instruction started in Atlanta, GA in the sixth grade as a percussionist in a symphonic band and would continue for the next seven years with traveling, performing, competitions, marching bands and the drum corp JD's mom bought him his first drum set for $15000 while he was in the eighth grade He taught himself to play by listening to his favorite records While every drum part taught in school had to be played right handed, JD was truly left handed

Los Rauncheros (Foundation Room)

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Los Rauncheros (Foundation Room)

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Price: $800 - General Admission Ages: 21+

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74852

Start Time(s): Doors: 08:00 PM

House of Blues presents Los Rauncheros Another hot July night and Los Rauncheros was headlining a biker rally outside of Houston, Texas The band took the stage and cranked out its first set of classic rock, instrumental surf, blues, and classic country, punctuated by tunes penned by the band – a genre Los Rauncheros calls Country Surf Garage Picture Dick Dale sitting in for Keith Richards while the Stones play an Albert King song in a Mexican border town At every show, whether gigging in Helsinki, Finland, opening for Molly Hatchet, or playing in Houston at a favorite haunt like Dan Electros or Last Concert Cafe, a new chapter in Los Rauncheros’ biography is written Come check out the band and write yourself in as a character for the Los Rauncheros archives

Busan Metropolitan Traditional Music Orchestra in Concert

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Busan Metropolitan Traditional Music Orchestra in Concert

05-31-2012 - 05-31-2012

Asia Society Texas Center

http://asiasociety.org/texas/events/busan-metropolitan-traditional-music-orchestra-concert

Asia Society Texas Center - 1370 Southmore Houston TX 77004

Admission: Asia Society members $10; nonmembers $20; seniors/students with ID $15

7134969901

http://asiasociety.org/texas/events/busan-metropolitan-traditional-music-orchestra-concert

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm

Asia Society Texas Center presents Busan Metropolitan Traditional Music Orchestra in Concert, Thursday, May 31 at 7:30pm Busan Metropolitan Traditional Music Orchestra performs both traditional Korean music and contemporary work by some of the country’s leading composers Traditional pieces include Haegeum sanjo, a work for stringed instrument and single drum noted for its masterful variety of rhythms and melodies, and Samulnori, which combines the sound of two gongs and two drums The contemporary works include Boating Song, composer Won Il’s modern rendering of a traditional Gyeonggi Province boating song, and Hong Dong-gi’s The Spirit of Goguryeo, which combines traditional Korean and Western musical forms The concert forms a part of the visit to Houston by the Vice Mayor of Busan and is co-presented by the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Houston Busan (formerly spelled “Pusan”) is South Korea’s second largest city and largest port

Special Concert: Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers (The Road to Circus Mexicus Tour)

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Special Concert: Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers (The Road to Circus Mexicus Tour)

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

Firehouse Saloon

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Firehouse Saloon - 5930 SW Freeway and Fountainview Houston TX 77057

Admission: Tickets: $15 Pre-Sale (DOS TBD) All shows are 21 & up unless noted

(713) 977-1962

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Start Time(s): ALL concerts start at 9:15pm with the Headliner starting at 11:15pm Unless otherwise Noted!

The Firehouse Saloon presents a Special Concert: Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers (The Road to Circus Mexicus Tour) Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers have not only redefined what mainstream radio would have the public believe is "popular," but they have rewritten the rules on how songs are written and albums are made Sticking to their credo of art leading commerce, RCPM have consistently produced nothing but uncompromised, unadulterated, pure rock-n-roll for over a decade The pinnacle of each touring season is the annual Circus Mexicus celebration, held each year next to the beach in Rocky Point, Mexico on the northern end of the Sea of Cortez, also known as Puerto Peñasco Thousands of fans travel from literally all 50 states and several countries travel to join in the Peacemakers' celebration of life through rock-n-roll The concert is typically a four hour affair, running into the early morning hours The event has grown into a full weekend of activities, including a charity BBQ and concert at a small cantina the night before, a beach soccer tournament the morning of the concert, and a meet-and-greet and open mic jam session, known affectionately as the Mañanathon Hangover Bash "(Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers) are one of the very best rock and roll bands in a tradition that currently doesn't matter to corporate radio programmersThe music they play is impure, dirty, raw, immediate and larger than life; yet it comes squarely from its center; it's timeless" — All Music Guide Review "Clyne is equal parts storyteller, songwriter and singer talents that have earned him a reputation as the Bruce Springsteen of the Southwest" — Asbury Park Press "Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers (RCPM) are proof that the crazy, reckless, restless, swaggering soul of American rock is still burning a hole in the night skyguitars blaze, quake and quiver, drums slip, thud and thunder with killer melodies and hooks and the occasional reggae or mariachi rhythm laced through the middle to keep it all honest and interesting" — Paste Magazine For many, the music of RCPM has become the soundtrack to their lives Clyne's lyrics have touched, inspired and moved people around the world, each in that individual's own unique way During a recent promotion on his web pages asking fans to tell about how Roger's lyrics have inspired them, the responses were incredible:

Dave Alvin

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Dave Alvin

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

McGonigel's Mucky Duck

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 2425 Norfolk Houston TX 77098

Admission: Advance Tickets: $3000 Ticket price at the door: $3300

(713) 528-5999

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

Start Time(s): TWO SHOWS: 7:00PM & 9:30PM

McGonigel's Mucky Duck presents Dave Alvin Dave Alvin, Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter and self-described "barroom guitarist," is widely considered to be one of the pivotal founders of the current Americana music scene Since forming the highly influential roots rock/R+B band The Blasters, with his brother Phil in 1979, and throughout his long and critically acclaimed solo career, Dave Alvin has mixed his varied musical and literary influences into his own unique, updated version of traditional American music Combining elements of blues, folk, R+B, rockabilly, Bakersfield country and garage rock and roll with lyrical inspiration from local writers and poets like Raymond Chandler, Gerald Locklin and Charles Bukowski, Alvin says that his songs are "just like California A big, messy melting pot" Dave Alvin's 30 years of recordings and live performances prove his statement From the loud, aggressive rock and roll of The Blasters to the contemplative acoustic storytelling of his solo albums, and from the traditional folk of his Grammy winning CD, PUBLIC DOMAIN, to the electric blues of his ASHGROVE CD, Alvin has always managed to unite seemingly disparate genres into a cohesive vision of contemporary roots music

Riders in the Sky

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Riders in the Sky

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $118 / $98 / $78 Price Includes: Salad, Choice of Entrée, Dessert, Soft Beverage

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm (Dinner preceeds show Call for times)

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Riders in the Sky Riders In The Sky are truly exceptional By definition, empirical data, and critical acclaim, they stand "hats & shoulders" above the rest of the purveyors of C & W - "Comedy & Western!" For more than thirty years Riders In The Sky have been keepers of the flame passed on by the Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers, reviving and revitalizing the genre And while remaining true to the integrity of Western music, they have themselves become modern-day icons by branding the genre with their own legendary wacky humor and way-out Western wit, and all along encouraging buckaroos and buckarettes to live life "The Cowboy Way!" Riders In The Sky are exceptional not just in the sense that their music is of superlative standards (they are the ONLY exclusively Western artist to have won a Grammy, and Riders have won two), but by the fact that their accomplishments are an exception to the rule as well That Riders In The Sky was even formed is a feat of improbable likelihood What are the odds that a theoretical plasma physicist, a wildlife manager - galvanizer - Life Scout, an English major - shot putter - Bluegrass Boy, and a Polka Hall of Fame member would collectively become "America's Favorite Cowboys?" And even more unlikely is that 30-plus years later, the original members are still "bringing good beef to hungry people" while putting up Ripken-like numbers! As a classic cowboy quartet, the trail has led them to heights they could have never predicted Riders have chalked up over 6100 concert appearances in all 50 states and 10 countries, appearing in venues everywhere from the Nashville National Guard Armory to Carnegie Hall, and from county fairs to the Hollywood Bowl Exceptional artists also appeal to a diverse and broad-based cross section of their adoring public Riders In The Sky's music and comedy delights cowboys and cowgirls of all ages, and from all walks of life Riders are equally at ease amusing a theatre full of children as they are enthralling a symphony audience accompanied by 50 or 60 classically trained instrumentalists, or even an NCO club full of servicemen during a USO Tour Yes, it would be "The Easy Way" to call it a career after 30-plus years, but it wouldn't be"The Cowboy Way!" And so, the never-ending trail drive continues The ponies are rested and watered, and America's Favorite Cowboys are ready to saddle up and ride, bringing good beef to hungry people wherever they may be Yes, Riders In The Sky are truly an exception to the rule

Heights Live! with Steve Young and Jubal Lee Young

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Heights Live! with Steve Young and Jubal Lee Young

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

Heights Presbyterian Church (incl Heights Live!)

http://www.heightsliveconcerts.com/

Heights Presbyterian Church - 240 W 18th Street Houston TX 77008

Admission: $2000 All ages welcome With seating for only 100 people, and additional room for 25 more to stand, there isn't a bad view in the room We are a BYOB venue, so please feel free to bring the beverage (alcoholic or otherwise) of your choice Soft-drinks, water, coffee, snacks, and pie are available for a donation

7138611907 or 832-370-1128

http://www.heightsliveconcerts.com/

Start Time(s): Doors at 7:30PM Show at 8:00pm The entrance to the listening room is through the red double doors at the rear of the courtyard

Heights Presbyterian Church presents Heights Live! with Steve Young and Jubal Lee Young, Friday, June 1 at 8:00pm Heights Live! features family friendly concerts Steve Young (pictured above) has never fit comfortably into categories He follows his own musical and spiritual quest, weaving together Southern roots with a wide experience of life, and creating new traditions in American music Settling into a solo career, Steve Young became an integral part of the movement which defined the California country-rock sound Through 12 albums and countless live performances, Steve Young's music has remained fresh and aggressive, with a sense of deepening spirituality, and a consistent intellectual and artistic challenge, to himself and to his audience Many of the stars of the music industry have recorded Steve Young songs, and in some cases forged a career image around them While Steve Young songs have brought commercial success to others, Young has never been close enough to the mainstream to sustain his occasional brushes with stardom He has been unwilling to accept the loss of artistic control that the industry expects of its stars And while Steve has lived in country music towns like Nashville and Austin, and his songs have had a strong impact on the direction of country music, he rejects the country label for himself Young is in many ways a cultural dynamic in himself Young's live performances express the depth and power of his vision He draws on his own songs, on Southern folk songs from varied traditions, on collaborations and on the best of contemporary songwriters Steve continues to tour extensively in the US, Canada and Europe, as well as more distant portions of the globe As a writer, recording artist and a live performer, he is an artist at the very peak of his powers -- quite simply , not to be missed You wouldn’t need to know anything about Jubal Lee Young's background to hear that this is a cat who has the proverbial “it” But heritage he has indeed On his third album “The Last Free Place in America”, the only son of outlaw country-rock/Americana royals Steve Young (“Seven Bridges Road,” “Lonesome On’ry and Mean”) and Terrye Newkirk (“My Oklahoma”, “Come Home, Daddy”) comes ever more into his own Young’s smoky molasses-rasp of a baritone sounds both familiar and new at the same time on this collection of eleven originals and one cover (Richard Dobson’s “Piece of Wood and Steel”) Along the way, Young conjures the spirits of everyone from John Lee Hooker on drone-y blues like “Boom, Boom, Boom” and “Dead Miners” to the classic rock of Bob Seger (“Piece of Wood and Steel”) to the sort of snakey-fiddle, cracked shot-glass outlaw country-rock Hank Jr made back when he was still cool (“Justice or Death”) Young has survived some dark times – when not working in radio (for Nashville’s once-ubercool WKDF), he spent his 20s drinking, drugging, and wrestling with his legacy by rocking way harder than was entirely necessary, and you can hear that era distilled to its purest essence in the midnight malevolence of “Animal Farm” And on the jaunty, hilarious “I Refuse,” you can hear him exult in his relatively newfound comfort in his own skin And just as Guthrie could only find freedom in a Brooklyn nuthouse, so too does Young look in Americana’s dark places If Young is to dwell in Americana, he dwells in its slums – the back alleys where Patterson Hood passes a joint to Scott Miller while Todd Snider sleeps one off nearby – John Nova Lomax

Jetspeed Music Showcase (featuring Brompton, Through Everlast, Engine 69, Song of Solomon, Dawn Over Zero, Doomfire)

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Jetspeed Music Showcase (featuring Brompton, Through Everlast, Engine 69, Song of Solomon, Dawn Over Zero, Doomfire)

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

Warehouse Live

http://www.warehouselive.com/

Warehouse Live - 813 Saint Emanuel Houston TX 77003

Admission: $1000 - $1200

713225LIVE (5483)

http://warehouselive.frontgatetickets.com/

Start Time(s): Doors at 7:00pm Show at 8:00pm

Warehouse Live & Jetspeed Entertainment present the Jetspeed Music Showcase Featuring Brompton, Through Everlast, Engine 69, Song of Solomon, Dawn Over Zero, Doomfire

John Fullbright (CD Release)!

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John Fullbright (CD Release)!

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

Anderson Fair

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Anderson Fair - 2007 Grant Houston TX 77006

Admission: $1500

832-767-2785

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Start Time(s): Doors open at 8 PM and music starts around 9

Anderson Fair presents John Fullbright (CD Release)! Although still in his early twenties, Okemah, Oklahoma native John Fullbright sings like he’s been around for years Firmly rooted in a variety of American musical styles, including folk, country, blues, bluegrass, and jazz, John is beginning a musical journey that is sure to delight listeners from coast to coast Already he has the ringing endorsements of many great musicians, including fellow Oklahomans Jimmy Webb, Kevin Welch, and Tom Skinner Other notable singer/songwriters who have recommended him include Ray Bonneville, Greg Trooper, Dan Navarro, Steve Poltz, Darden Smith, Will Sexton and Michael Fracasso Equally skilled on guitar, harmonica, piano and accordion, John understands best that “it’s called playing music for a reason” That’s why you can find him at the music festival campgrounds late at night picking out songs from mentors such as Townes Van Zandt, Hoyt Axton and Leonard Cohen, along with his own unique songs that belie his young age After playing in Oklahoma singer/songwriter Mike McClure’s band for a year, John has become the most talked about young musician in Oklahoma, playing solo and bringing the house down wherever he goes Prior to the 2009 Folk Alliance conference in Memphis, John recorded a live CD at the Blue Door in Oklahoma City, recorded and produced by Oklahoma singer/songwriter and producer Travis Linville Featuring his own songs as well as a stellar version of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” Live At The Blue Door is a wonderful calling card for John Fullbright, and the release promises to get him into the conversation as one of the best emerging artists in American music today

An Evening with Collective Soul (performing Dosage and other hits)

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

An Evening with Collective Soul (performing Dosage and other hits)

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $2750 - General Admission- Advance $3000 - Day of Show- General Admission $3500 - Upper Balcony Seating $5500 - Lower Balcony Seating Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=73858

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM

House of Blues presents An Evening with Collective Soul (performing Dosage and other hits) Hailing from the city of Atlanta, Georgia, Collective Soul shot to international fame with their 1993 release Hints, Allegations and Things Left Unsaid, and their mega #1 hit “Shine” The album was a collection of Ed Roland’s demos that spread quickly through the college underground circuit and caught fire, going on to achieve Double-Platinum status After having been invited to the 25th Anniversary Woodstock concert, Collective Soul went into the studio to record their sophomore follow up The self-titled Collective Soul, released in March of 1995, would be the album that would help define their sound of catchy melodies and guitar driven songs Containing four outstanding singles (three of which reached #1), “December,” “The World I Know,” “Where The River Flows,” and “Gel,” it became Collective Soul’s highest selling album to date The album went Triple-Platinum and spent 76 weeks on the Billboard Top 200 charts

Jamie Richards

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Jamie Richards

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

Blanco's Bar & Grill

http://blancosbarandgrill.com/

Blanco's Bar & Grill - 3406 West Alabama Houston TX 77027

Admission: $12 cover charge

(713) 439-0072

Start Time(s): Most shows start at 9pm Call venue for details

Blanco's Bar & Grill is proud to welcome Jamie Richards Jamie Richards is not a man who fears the machine or cares what “they” think With boldness, Jamie dares to go where most have drifted from: traditional, honest, downright real country music With his third release, “Drive”, Jamie has come to a crossroads where his raw talent meets his maturity as a songwriter These two forces have met and created a masterpiece of real country music After eight years of getting his musical education in Oklahoma honky-tonks, Jamie ventured out east to Music City Jamie quickly learned that Music City doesn’t always welcome “real country singers” with open arms At the same time that Nashville was turning up its nose at traditional country music, a legendary record label in Texas was looking for the next voice to bring back the roots of country music In 2000, Wes Daily reactivated D Records, hoping to follow in his grandfather’s footstep “Pappy” Daily, the founder of D Records, was famous for launching the career of George Jones Jamie fit what Wes was looking for: straight up, life-telling, soul-stirring country music Jamie’s debut album, “No Regrets”, was an instant hit, producing two Texas Music Chart top ten singles He found his home in the camaraderie of other Texas/Oklahoma artists, collaborating or performing with artist like Kevin Fowler, Walt Wilkins, and Cooder Graw Kevin Fowler co-wrote and recorded “Loose, Loud and Crazy” with Jamie In the fall of 2003, Jamie began to work on his album “Between These Lines” This album has a range of honky-tonk tunes like “Wasted” to his ballad “Last Call” Both “Wasted” and “Last Call” reached #4 on the Texas Music Chart His third release, “Drive”, is a mosaic of sounds that all come together to create a seamless, timeless classic Jamie had two songs on the album that have hit a note with Texas Listeners: “Drive” and “Any Way You Want Me To” has reached #1 and #3 respectively on the Texas Music Charts The album mixes drinking songs with the touching ballads; all with an unmistakable beat that drives people to the dance floor in droves Especially touching is the last track on the album “Julia’s Table,” a tribute to Jamie’s mother who passed away in 2005, the woman who introduced him to his greatest love: music

The Beans

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Beans

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

AvantGarden (formerly Helios)

http://avantgardenhouston.com/

AvantGarden (formerly Helios) - 411 Westheimer Houston TX 77006

Admission: Call for details

832-287-5577

Start Time(s): Upstairs @ AvantGarden doors at 7PM, show from 10PM until 2 AM

AvantGarden presents The Beans Blues/Rock/Rockabilly/Funk Soul The band came together at the end of 2010 as a way of putting our college degrees to good use We found a permanent practice space at the beginning of 2011 It was then that the band really began to take form and realize the endeavor was worth while We hope to come out with our first recorded CD soon and plan a tour to divulge it Sam Griffin (vocals & guitar) Christian Galatoire (guitar) Daniel Taylor (bass) Brendan Hall (drums)

23 Shades (in the Bronze Peacock Room)

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

23 Shades (in the Bronze Peacock Room)

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1000 - General Admission $1200 - General Admission Day of Show Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74763

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM

House of Blues presents 23 Shades 23 Shades is the newest project from acclaimed singer-songwriter Aaron Cuadra The band’s honest and personal brand of rock ‘n’ roll boasts spacey ambience, meaningful lyrics and memorable hooks imbued with a radio-ready edge Cuadra’s refreshing originality is a rare find in an industry full of copycats and knockoffs of the “next big thing" 23 Shades defies the temptation to follow suit or worry about what's hip and new, while remaining catchy and accessible

Runaway Sun (Album Release)

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Runaway Sun (Album Release)

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1000

7135339525

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Start Time(s): Call for times

Continental Club presents Runaway Sun Runaway Sun is a Texas rock quartet dripping with whiskey and blues Brooklyn’s Diane Birch opened for them at Austin’s SXSW 2009, and in 2011 PBS invited lead singer Andrew Karnavas to open for Trombone Shorty at SXSW 2011 On a recent Northeast American tour, Runaway Sun performed for the Live at Best Buy Union Square Concert Series and at Manhattan’s famous Arlene’s Grocery Runaway Sun has opened for the Heartless Bastards, Davy Knowles, and Matt & Kim The band’s debut LP, The Bridge, was recorded at Houston’s legendary SugarHill Studios

Nickelback

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Nickelback

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

Toyota Center

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/

Toyota Center - 1510 Polk Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Ticket Prices: $9950, $8950, $5950 and $3950

1-866-4HOUTIX (866-446-8849)

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/events/event_1242.php

Start Time(s): Date: Saturday, June 2, 2012 Time: 6:00 PM Doors Open: 5:00 PM

Toyota Center presents Nickelback With special guests BUSH, Seether and My Darkest Days Toyota Center is excited to welcome Nickelback back to Houston on Saturday, June 2! With the new tour, Nickelback will perform songs from the recently released seventh studio album, Here And Now, which debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top 200 thanks to the hit singles “When We Stand Together” and "Bottoms Up” In addition to songs from the new album, the band will also perform a multitude of hits from their previous six smash albums BUSH, Seether and My Darkest Days will be joining Nickelback on all tour dates Don’t miss your chance to see Nickelback perform live at Toyota Center in June!

Direct From Vegas The Rat Pack

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Direct From Vegas The Rat Pack

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

Montgomery County Performing Arts Society

http://www.MCPAS.org

Crighton Theatre - 234 Main Street Conroe TX 77301

Admission: Tickets are $42 and $52 and can be purchased at Crighton Theatre Box Office or by calling 936-441-SHOW (7461) or go to wwwMCPASorg

936-441-7469

mcpas@consolidated.net

http://www.crightontheatre.org

Start Time(s): 7:30PM

Montgomery County Performing Arts Society presents Direct From Vegas The Rat Pack Saturday, June 2nd at 7:30PM in the Crighton Theatre Return to the glitz and glamour of early 1960s Las Vegas, when a trio of friends, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr, teamed up to perform together at the luxurious Sands Hotel When the Sands Hotel was demolished back in 1997, a major chapter was closed in the annals of entertainment history but coming to the beautiful historic Crighton Theatre, Saturday, June 2nd, Direct From Vegas The Rat Pack ® will bring you back to the age when swank was king and Vegas was the coolest spot in the universe You won’t believe your eyes and ears as the hippest, coolest bunch of cats saunter on stage and come to life in this nostalgic revue Steve Apple as Dean Martin, Gary Corsello as Frank Sinatra, and Scott People as Sammy Davis Jr, come together to portray the ultimate nightclub act ever assembled Compiled from actual show material, the trio perform in the same style as the "Ocean's 11" stars did at The Sands Hotel during the 1960s, singing, telling jokes, and doing impressions The Rat Pack turned the world on its ear with its upbeat entertainment style and smooth comedy routines, many of which were ad-libbed Drawing high rollers, VIPs, celebrities and entertainment buffs to Las Vegas, The Rat Pack became the very essence of cool, and giants in the entertainment industry With combined experiences of over 25 years from the top rated shows in Las Vegas and Chicago, Steve Apple, Gary Corsello and Scott People are considered by most critics to be the best in the country at embodying the legendary men - voices, mannerisms and playfulness come together and are expertly portrayed This show features a live orchestra, under the direction of Mr Scott Strecker, backed by exceptional musicians who have fronted for Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Connie Francis, and Dionne Warwick, to name a few They have performed in television and feature films, and for such notable celebrities as George Bush, Ronald Regan, and Jimmy Carter The Direct From Vegas Orchestra was the “official big band” for KLAC radio The Direct From Vegas Orchestra will set the mood with classic songs like; Luck be a Lady, The Lady is a Tramp, I’ve Got You Under My Skin, That’s Amore, Ain’t That a Kick in the Head, and Sammy Davis Jr’s signature song, Birth of the Blues, among many more For your added pleasure we will be featuring a special performance by Montgomery County’s own Songbook starring Amy Hatfield an vocals, Gary Foster on Piano and special guest Steve Foster on Bass prior to the show Rat Pack and music lovers unite, and discover the legends: Direct from Vegas The Rat Pack ® MCPAS wants to thank GULLO FORD for their sponsorship of this event

Jimmy LaFave

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Jimmy LaFave

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

McGonigel's Mucky Duck

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 2425 Norfolk Houston TX 77098

Admission: Advance Tickets: $2000 Ticket price at the door: $2200

(713) 528-5999

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

McGonigel's Mucky Duck presents Jimmy LaFave Austin-based singer/songwriter and guitarist Jimmy LaFave brings a passionate rock & roll energy to his original folk songs, whether he's playing solo or with a band A thoughtful writer’s heart that beats with the wounded, soulful voice of a poetand even then there’s something unsaid in trying to describe the songs, the music, and the spirit of Jimmy LaFave A long time fixture in the ever–vibrant music scene of Austin, Texas, Lafave has spent the last fifteen years carving out his place as one of Americana music’s truly exceptional artists

BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $88 / $68 / $58 Price Includes: Salad, Choice of Entrée, Dessert, Soft Beverage

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm (Dinner preceeds show Call for times)

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet "The best Cajun band in the world" - Garrison Keillor, Prairie Home Companion "BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet, they play music that's honest to the bone! " - Allen Toussaint Grammy winners and 10-time nominees BeauSoleil continue their scion-like march through the panorama of American music with ALLIGATOR PURSE Over the past 30-plus years, BeauSoleil has been the very heartbeat of Cajun music and culture Every genre has its defining figureheads Folk has its Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan; country has the Carter Family, Bob Wills and Hank Williams Rock has its Elvis, Chuck Berry, and the Beatles In blues, it's Bessie Smith, Robert Johnson and Muddy Waters, and in jazz, Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, and Miles Davis When it comes to contemporary traditional Cajun music, there is BeauSoleil For the past 34 years Lafayette, Louisiana's BeauSoleil has carried the torch of tradition while continuing to chart uncharted waters with ingenuity and innovation Their latest release and Yep Roc label debut Alligator Purse is not only a vibrant testament to BeauSoleil's healthy spirit but is easily their most adventuresome record yet

23rd Annual Accordion Kings & Queens Festival

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

23rd Annual Accordion Kings & Queens Festival

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

Texas Folklife

http://www.texasfolklife.org

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

Admission: Free, assigned seat tickets for the covered pavilion are available at the Miller Theatre Box Office on first-come first-serve basis while supplies last between 10:30 am and 1:00 pm on the day of the performance Remaining tickets are given out one hour before curtain Assigned, ticketed seats will be held until 5 minutes before the performance starts Any unclaimed seats are released 5 minutes before curtain call As always, open seating on the hill

512-441-9255 or (281) FREE-FUN (373-3386

info@texasfolklife.org

Start Time(s): 7:00-10:30 PM

Grab your dancing shoes and join Texas Folklife for the 23rd Annual Accordion Kings & Queens Festival at the Miller Outdoor Theatre in Houston's Hermann Park Saturday, June 2 The 23rd Annual Accordion Kings & Queens extravaganza celebrates the "National Instrument of Texas" from Czech and German polkas, cumbia to conjunto, Cajun, zydeco and more So come early and grab a great spot for the best free squeeze fest on the planet! Featured performers this year are: Los Texmaniacs with special guests Mingo Saldivar and Flaco Jimenez, Dora and the Entourage, Ennis Czech Boys, and 2011 Big Squeeze champ Ignacio Morales The 2012 Big Squeeze contest finalists will round out the show

The Shake Russell Trio

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Shake Russell Trio

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

Anderson Fair

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Anderson Fair - 2007 Grant Houston TX 77006

Admission: $2000

832-767-2785

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Start Time(s): Doors open at 8 PM and music starts around 9

Anderson Fair presents The Shake Russell Trio Weaving sophisticated harmonies through his songs and drawing from various genres, Shake created a style of folk-rock that is uniquely his own His repertoire consists of a blend of love songs, ballads, and waltzes, skillfully balanced with lively rockabilly tunes and soulful rhythm and blues pieces His lyrics are imbued with beautiful imagery, catchy phrases, and inventive similes and metaphors But it is the rich, melodious voice of Shake Russell that breathes life and spirit into the lyrics For more than three decades, Texas singer-songwriter Shake Russell has been entertaining audiences throughout the region with his unique, Americana style of folk-rock A prolific songwriter, Shake has written or co-written hundreds of melodies Through the years, Shake’s songs and albums have frequented the Billboard charts Shake is currently touring with fellow veterans of the Texas music scene, Doug Floyd on mandolin and Mike Roberts on acoustic bass The trio's contemporary acoustic arrangements, coupled with melodic three-part harmonies, create a unique, modern sound for those classic Shake Russell songs

2012 Ima Hogg Young Artist Competition

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Ima Hogg Young Artist Competition

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org/

Rice University - Alice Pratt Brown Hall - Stude Concert Hall - 6100 S Main Houston Tx 77251

Admission: General Admission Tickets: $25

(713) 224-7575

http://www.houstonsymphony.org/calendar/view.aspx?id=4766

Start Time(s): 7pm

The Houston Symphony League hosts the 2012 Ima Hogg Young Artist Competition The Houston Symphony League’s Ima Hogg Competition is an annual event allowing rising musicians the chance to compete in a concerto alongside the Houston Symphony Applicants are narrowed down to four finalist positions that compete for cash prizes and future performance opportunities with the Houston Symphony The Finals competition is on June 2 beginning at 7 PM at Rice University’s Stude Concert Hall Competition finalists will vie for the gold medal on stage by performing concertos with the Houston Symphony The competition is open to the public Named to honor the memory of Miss Hogg, a co-founder of the Houston Symphony, this prestigious Competition is open to young musicians between the ages of 16 and 29 who play standard orchestral instruments or piano Through the support of the Houston Symphony League, the Competition provides performance opportunities for aspiring musicians ages 16-29 Daniel Hege, conductor

Midnight River Choir

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Midnight River Choir

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

Firehouse Saloon

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Firehouse Saloon - 5930 SW Freeway and Fountainview Houston TX 77057

Admission: $1200 ALL SHOWS ARE 21 AND UP UNLESS NOTED

(713) 977-1962

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Start Time(s): ALL concerts start at 9:15pm with the Headliner starting at 11:15pm Unless otherwise Noted!

The Firehouse Saloon presents The Midnight River Choir With Special Guest Chad Ware Take the Guadalupe River, add 27 people, 6 rafts, a full moon, and some good music, and what do you have? The Midnight River Choir At least when 4 guys out of the 27 decide to form a band The band's primary form consists of Eric Middleton on rhythm guitar and vocals, Justin Nelson on lead guitar and harmony vocals, Mitchell Pyeatt on drums and harmony vocals, and Jeromy Yager on bass and harmonies But, all four members play multiple instruments so its common for them to switch positions on stage all night long Add the different songwriting styles of all four of them and this band will have you laughin', cryin', two steppin', and rockin' out, sometimes all in the same song

Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band: Lounging at the Lagoon Tour

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band: Lounging at the Lagoon Tour

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

http://www.woodlandscenter.org/

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 2005 Lake Robbins Drive Spring TX 77380

Admission: $46-$136

(713) 629-3700 or 281-363-3300

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C00488379232B09?artistid=734667&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1

Start Time(s): Gates open at 6:30pm Show at 8pm

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presents Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band: Lounging at the Lagoon Tour, Saturday, June 2, 2012 at 8pm Gates will open at 6:30 PM Jimmy and the Coral Reefers are on the road again! Through three decades as one of the nation's top touring acts, Jimmy Buffett never charted a No 1 single or won a major music award until he teamed up with Alan Jackson for the hit, "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" The collaboration won vocal event of the year honors at the 2003 CMA Awards Local Parrotheads won’t want to miss their chance to soak in the full Margaritaville experience Jimmy will have a new live CD/DVD this summer, which was recorded in Las Vegas last October It will be released on Jimmy’s own Mailboat Records Born December 25, 1946, in Pascagoula, Miss, but raised in Mobile, Ala, Buffett describes his songs as "90 percent autobiographical," a statement attested to by his narratives of wine, women and song He is "the son of the son of a sailor," and he describes his grandfather's life in "The Captain and the Kid" His father was a naval architect who often took Buffett on sailing trips Buffett studied journalism at the University of Southern Mississippi Buffett settled in Key West, Fla, and although initially involved in smuggling, he changed his ways when offered $25,000 to make an album for ABC Records He went to Nashville, recorded A White Sport Coat and a Pink Crustacean for $10,000 and bought a boat with the remainder In 1975, Buffett formed the Coral Reefer Band and their first album together, Havana Daydreaming His next album, arguably his best, Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes, included the million-selling single and Top 10 hit "Margaritaville" His songs continue to reflect his Key West lifestyle and to quote "He Went to Paris": "Some of it's tragic and some of it's magic, but I had a good life all the way" He remains a major concert attraction, especially in Florida where he addresses his fans as "Parrotheads" The magnificent 72-track, 4-CD box set, Boats, Beaches, Bars & Ballads, includes the Parrothead Handbook At the 2003 CMA Awards in Nashville, Buffett and Jackson opened the show with "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" After winning the vocal event award later that night, Buffett noted, "It was about 31 years ago that I came to this town to pursue my musical madness, and I've never won anything for anything, and it's great to do it here" Of the over 30 albums Jimmy Buffett has released, as of October 2007, he has 8 Gold Albums and 9 Platinum or Multi Platinum Albums In 2003 Buffett won his first ever Country Music Award (CMA) for his song "It's 5 O'clock Somewhere" with Alan Jackson, and was nominated again in 2007 for the CMA Event of the Year Award for his song "Hey Good Lookin" which featured Alan Jackson and George Strait

Free Press Summer Fest 2012

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Free Press Summer Fest 2012

06-02-2012 - 06-03-2012

Free Press Houston

http://www.fpsf.com/

Eleanor Tinsley Park - 500 Allen Parkway Houston TX 77002

Admission: Passes start at $7500 Click here for more information Passes for this year will include: General Admission, Fancy Pants, and the High Roller Children under 5 get in free FREE PRESS SUMMER FEST is an all age event Parking/Direction Information

info@freepresssummerfest.com

http://www.freepresssummerfest.com/pass.php

Start Time(s): 10am-10pm Saturday-Sunday

Free Press Houston and Pegstarnet Presents are obscenely proud to announce another unparalleled year of incredible music and happy, fun times with Free Press Summer Fest 2012 Free Press Summer Fest is held Saturday and Sunday, JUNE 2-3, 2012, 11am-10pm at Houston’s Eleanor Tinsley Park, located within the beautiful rolling hills of the greater Buffalo Bayou Park Situated on the very outskirts of downtown, Tinsley Park marries the very best of city and natural settings with its natural grass amphitheater set on the bayou overlooking Houston’s impressive skyline Free Press Houston and Pegstarnet Presents are honored to announce another stupendous year of music, art and unbridled joy this June 2nd and 3rd at Free Press Summer Fest In anticipation of our lineup release, our staff has spent the last 6 weeks enduring a brutal physical-training regimen consisting of high intensity intervals, negative rep weight lifting, hot yoga, and total abstinence from worldly pleasures All the while, they have subsisted on a simple diet of rice milk, figs, and Rudyard’s cheeseburgers Without struggle there can be no progress This year we are particularly proud of a lineup that spans musical landscapes and draws people who wear all kinds of different shoes The 2012 headliners include ascendant darlings The Avett Brothers, Grammy-nominated rapper Snoop Dogg, Americana legend and 7 time Grammy winner Willie Nelson, punk-rock sages Descendents, EDM artist Afrojack, Primus, a return by The Flaming Lips performing Dark Side of the Moon this time around, dancehall duo Major Lazer, H-town representa’ Z-RO, R&B legends Morris Day and The Time, Best Coast, Shabazz Palaces, Wavves, Young the Giant, Two Door Cinema Club, and so much more Be sure to check out the full lineup below, and stay tuned for more BIG announcements in the coming weeks We just might drop a bomb or two on you This year’s festival will also feature an expanded arts presence with more interactive installations, traveling artists, screen print artwork, and programs on site to allow fest goers a chance for hands on interactive fun times Craft, art, and music workshops lead by local artists and musicians will give attendees of the festival the opportunity to experiment with sound modulators and circuit bent toys and instruments There will be more site specific installations than ever before and will feature work by local and national artists and engineers TX/RX Labs, a Houston based nonprofit workshop and engineering team is designing a 30-foot water wall that will turn on and off sensing movement Official Free Press Summer Fest 2012 Lineup The Avett Brothers * Snoop Dogg * Willie Nelson * Afrojack * Primus * The Flaming Lips (Performing ‘Dark Side of the Moon’) * Descendents * Major Lazer * Young The Giant * Portugal The Man * Z-RO * Morris Day and The Time * Best Coast * Diplo * Two Door Cinema Club * Shabazz Palaces * STRFKR * Danny Brown * Jeff the Brotherhood * Wallpaper * Turquoise Jeep * Clap Your Hands Say Yeah * Maps and Atlases * Fatal Flying Guilloteens * Valient Thorr * Big Freedia * Touche Amore * Ume * Quintron & Ms Pussycat * Ancient Wisdom * Robert Ellis * Girl In a Coma * What Made Milwaukee Famous * Electric Touch * Quiet Corral * Ponderosa * Quintino * Shermanology * Bad Veins * Fat Tony * MC Buda Love * Grandfather Child * The Riff Tiffs * Venemous Maximus * Papermoons * The Tontons * The Freakouts * Wild Moccasins * Featherface * Glastnost * Suraj K * Harts of Oak * Second Lovers * The Sour Notes * Journey Agents * Suite 709 * CeePlus Bad Knives * Square and Compass * DJ Ebonix * A SEA ES * Brains for Dinner * Tyagaraja * Espantapajaros * Love Horse * Sideshow Tramps * Ashes of Baylon * Small Sounds * Last Place You Look * Electric Primadonnas * Roky Moon and Bolt * Eastern Sea * Limb * The Watermarks * Quiet Company * Eyes Burn Electric * Zlam Dunk * Caddywhompus * Zorche * Dry The River Lineup Additions Announced: Touring Acts added: Pretty Lights – The brainchild of Colorado native Derek Vincent Smith, is electronic sound at its finest Smith's music includes a fanciful mix of digital sampling that spans a number of notable genres including hip-hop, funk, and soul Add a spectacular light show to the mix and you have yourself one heck of a dance party Erykah Badu-This lady needs no introduction The Dallas, Texas native is a Grammy award winning singer-songwriter is best known for her stunning croon and commanding performances Often referred to as the Queen of Neo-soul, Badu writes gorgeous, soulful songs that tackle strong social and personal themes Badu's music strikes the perfect balance between chillness and passion Fitz and the Tantrums - Hail from Los Angeles, California and fuse the upbeat frenzy of indie pop with the rich, relaxed MO of soul music Their debut studio album, Pickin' Up the Pieces (August 2010) reached #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart andRolling Stone named them a "band to watch" in April 2011 Phantogram-- American Indie pop duo from Saratoga Springs, New York, The twosome frequently describe their sound as "street beat, psych pop" They cite Sonic Youth, J Dilla, The Flaming Lips, David Bowie, Prince, and The Beatles as musical influences Their song "When I'm Small" was featured in the opening episode of the MTV's adaption of the British teen drama series Skins David Garza- Indie rock musician from the DFW area in Texas His trademark voice and beautiful lyrics quickly made Garza a musical staple in the Texas music community He has played with a number of notable musicians including Fiona Apple, Nickel Creek, Edie Brickell & New Bohemians, and Grant Lee Phillips R3hab – Fadil El Ghoul, aka R3hab, is a Dutch DJ, remixer and house music producer He creates house music that is infectious and perfect for a night of dancing R3hab's singles and remixes are played by such prominent producers as David Guetta, Afrojack, and Tiësto Sister Crayon * Vanaprasta *Sundress * Last Year's Men * The Big Sleep * Sundress * Chelsea Wolfe * Bobby Burns Local Additions: New York City Queens * Bang Bangz * Black Coffee * Bart Black * DJ Bizz * Pale * Manichean*East Cameron Folkcore * DJ G Wizz * Bombon * Los Skarnales * DJ FREDster **DJ SUN & Resolution * The Wheel Workers * Immigrant Punk * The Grass Skirts*Rusted Shut * Future Blonds * Black Leather Jesus * Giant Battle Monster * Escatones*Papaya * Clockpole * Lazer Cun*zz * Jody Seabody and the Whirls * Poopy Lungstuffing*The Annoysters * David Leibe Hart * GoREALah Soul * Demonic Hen * Black Magic Marker *The Anarchitex * Darwin's Finches * Muzak John These welcome additions to the FPSF 2012 lineup help us round out an already impressive bill that includes: ** Willie Nelson, **Snoop Dogg, **The Avett Brothers, **The Flaming Lips, **Young the Giant, **Primus, **Descendents, **Robert Ellis, **Fat Tonyand so much more And who knows, maybe there will be a few surprise appearances throughout the weekend We’d like to thank, once again, the musicians, the attendees, FPSF staff, the City of Houston, sponsors, and volunteers for being behind us year after year as we work hard to make this event possible This year’s event is dedicated to our wonderful mothers Let’s make sure to call them regularly What did they do to deserve being ignored?

MDPC Concert Series: Choral Festival with the Choirs of MDPC, Grace, and First Presbyterian

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700

MDPC Concert Series: Choral Festival with the Choirs of MDPC, Grace, and First Presbyterian

06-03-2012 - 06-03-2012

Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church

http://www.mdpc.org/

Grace Presbyterian Church - 10221 Ella Lee Lane Houston TX 77042

Admission: Admission is FREE All are welcome No Reservations required

713-782-1710 or 713-490-0946

tcurtis@mdpc.org

Start Time(s): 7:00 PM

The Worship and Music Ministry of Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church is pleased to present the MDPC Concert Series The Worship and Music Ministry of MDPC is pleased to present our seventh annual concert series for our congregation and community In celebration of Charles Hausmann's five years as the Sanctuary Choir Director and looking forward to the tenth anniversary in 2012 of our Sanctuary Schantz Pipe Organ, this entire season will be performed by our Sanctuary Choir and will highlight our magnificent Sanctuary organs with organist Kathryn Sparks White Sunday, June 3, 2012 7:00 PM BONUS CHORAL EVENT Choral Festival with the Choirs of MDPC, Grace, and First Presbyterian The choirs of these three Houston-area sister churches present an evening of choral music by Mack Wilberg A well-known composer, arranger, and conductor, Wilberg is the music director of the Grammy Award-winning Mormon Tabernacle Choir Concert Location: Grace Presbyterian Church 10221 Ella Lane Houston, Texas 77042

DUB Car Show & Concert 2012

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

DUB Car Show & Concert 2012

06-03-2012 - 06-03-2012

Reliant Park

http://www.dubshowtour.com/

Reliant Center - One Reliant Park Houston TX 77054

Admission: Call for details Parking: Fee per vehicle is $10

8326671400

http://www.dubshowtour.com/

Start Time(s): Show usually runs 12noon-6pm Call for updates

DUB Magazine and Reliant Park present the DUB Car Show & Concert 2012! The DUB Show Tour is DUB Magazine's Custom Car Show and Concert series running since 2000 Come to DUB Show Tour 2012 and see a collection of celebrity owned cars, amazing action sports exhibition featuring stars of each respective sport Ever wanted to meet your favorite celebrities in person? Here's your chance to shake hands, get autographs, and chat with dozens of celebrities and every performer from the main stage concert! It's the only place on the planet to see so many of the absolute hottest custom rides in one place! Nearly every class of vehicle is represented including Luxury, Sport Compact, SUV, 4x4, Exotic, Motorcycles, and much more You won't want to miss out on the Monster Zone with its beautiful, world famous Monster Girls and tons of free Monster Energy sampling, as well as some insane B-Boy and MC battles and the coolest Monster Show cars and bikes CELEBRITY MEET & GREET : AUTOGRAPH SIGNINGS Show performers and dozens of celebrities will be on hand to meet in person and signing autographs! NEW CAR DEBUTS The top automakers choose the DUB Show Tour to debut never before seen new vehicles, months before they hit the streets! CUSTOM RIDES & PROJECT CARS These are the cars that grace the covers of the top customization magazines One of a kind creations and million dollar concepts from DUB Edition / D20 / Alpine / West Coast Customs / Dropstars / TIS / Giovanna / + More! NEW AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS Looking to hook up your ride? Take a walk through the DUB Show and check out 2011's newest wheels, body kits, performance parts and interior mods, all under one roof!

Walk Off The Earth

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Walk Off The Earth

06-03-2012 - 06-03-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1400 - General Admission $1600 - General Admission Day of Show Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74760

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 07:30 PM

House of Blues presents Walk Off The Earth Walk Off The Earth is an unconventional, multi-talented five-piece musical phenomena that is currently taking the world by storm Based in Burlington, Ontario (just outside of Toronto), their brilliant 5-people-playing-one-guitar interpretation of Gotye's "Somebody That I Used To Know" recently exploded on Youtube garnering well over 35 million views in under 2 weeks The massive fan response quickly drew attention to their collection of innovative songs and videos spanning their last 5 years and generated an unprecedented flood of media interest New fans from around the world immediately fell in love with the band's organic, independent, sincere and honest original songwriting, cover interpretations and beautifully filmed videos For the past 5 years, the band has built a massive following of dedicated fans from around the world through their unique and heartwarming approach to songwriting, filming and constant, open interaction with everyone their music touches The chemistry between the members of Walk Off The Earth is undeniable Marshall, Sarah and Gianni's individual vocal stylings mesh seamlessly with Taylor's haunting harmonies and keys all the while soaring over epic melodic arrangements held together by Joel Cassady's driving and prolific percussion work Their independent spirit, unstoppable work ethic and awe-inspiring creativity has catapulted Walk Off The Earth into new and uncharted waters with only bigger and better things on the horizon

Tye Blue Presents: TESTIFY! @ The VUE

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Tye Blue Presents: TESTIFY! @ The VUE

06-03-2012 - 06-03-2012

Tye Blue Presents

http://tyebluepresents.ticketleap.com/tye-blue-presents-testify--the-vue/

Admission: TESTIFY! Kickoff Price Package Options $20 General Admission Includes: --TESTIFY! Show and Concert Admission --Complimentary Soul Food Buffet courtesy of Chelsea Grill $30 VIP Admission Includes: --1 Reserved VIP Seat for Entire Event --TESTIFY! Show and Concert Admission --Complimentary Soul Food Buffet courtesy of Chelsea Grill $250 VIP Group Package (for 6) --1 Bottle Service (Liquor of your choice) --TESTIFY! Show and Concert Admission for up to 6 guests --Preferred VIP Reserved/Private Seating for 6 guests --Complimentary Soul Food Buffet courtesy of Chelsea Grill

281-723-3551

tyeblue@gmail.com

http://tyebluepresents.ticketleap.com/tye-blue-presents-testify--the-vue/

Start Time(s): Noon - 4pm

Tye Blue Presents: "Testify!" @ The Vue Soul Food, Soul Music, Soul Drag! A new monthly brunch party where the Spirit takes the reigns! The floor-to-ceiling windows at The Vue provide a lovely panoramic city view as you enjoy a foot-stompin', hand-clapping, uplifting show that is half live music and half immaculate drag performances! Drink specials all afternoon and catering provided by Chelsea Grill Stars for the June 3rd show include: Kofi, Porsche Paris, Kourtney Paige van Wales, Tyonce' Moore, Regine Simone, and Tasha Long! Featuring live music coordinated by Tye's Rainbow on the Green Musical Director, Ahmed "No Egos" Davis and the No Egos Movement - you'll be singing "Hallelujah!" A new era of Houston brunching is on its way to you - don't miss the kickoff on June 3rd! Doors open at Noon General Admission is $20 Private VIP Tables and Reserved Seating are available for pre-purchase online at TicketLeapcom Attire: Sunday Brunch Best Purchases are non-refundable, but if you are unable to attend for the purchased date, we will gladly transfer your ticket purchases to another TESTIFY! performance!

Real Life-Real Music: John Fullbright CD Release

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Real Life-Real Music: John Fullbright CD Release

06-05-2012 - 06-05-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $15 Cover

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:00pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Real Life - Real Music John Fullbright spends the evening talking about his music & playing with host Kyle Hutton for this recorded-for-radio event Although still in his early twenties, Okemah, Oklahoma native John Fullbright sings like he’s been around for years Firmly rooted in a variety of American musical styles, including folk, country, blues, bluegrass, and jazz, John is beginning a musical journey that is sure to delight listeners from coast to coast Already he has the ringing endorsements of many great musicians, including fellow Oklahomans Jimmy Webb, Kevin Welch, and Tom Skinner Other notable singer/songwriters who have recommended him include Ray Bonneville, Greg Trooper, Dan Navarro, Steve Poltz, Darden Smith, Will Sexton and Michael Fracasso Equally skilled on guitar, harmonica, piano and accordion, John understands best that “it’s called playing music for a reason” That’s why you can find him at the music festival campgrounds late at night picking out songs from mentors such as Townes Van Zandt, Hoyt Axton and Leonard Cohen, along with his own unique songs that belie his young age After playing in Oklahoma singer/songwriter Mike McClure’s band for a year, John has become the most talked about young musician in Oklahoma, playing solo and bringing the house down wherever he goes Prior to the 2009 Folk Alliance conference in Memphis, John recorded a live CD at the Blue Door in Oklahoma City, recorded and produced by Oklahoma singer/songwriter and producer Travis Linville Featuring his own songs as well as a stellar version of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” Live At The Blue Door is a wonderful calling card for John Fullbright, and the release promises to get him into the conversation as one of the best emerging artists in American music today Real Life - Real Music makes it's home at Dosey Doe in the Woodlands, Texas select Tuesday nights throughout the year Every show is recorded and rebroadcast throughout the Real Life syndicated network of radio stations

Wilson Phillips

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Wilson Phillips

06-05-2012 - 06-05-2012

The Grand 1894 Opera House

http://www.thegrand.com

The Grand 1894 Opera House - 2020 Postoffice St Galveston TX 77550

Admission: Ticket prices are $22 to $88

(800) 821-1894

http://www.thegrand.com

Start Time(s): 7:00pm

The internationally-acclaimed trio – Wilson Phillips (pictured, photo by Jeremy Cowart) – will open The Grand’s sizzlin’ summer season Tuesday, June 5th Taking center stage for just one “feel good” performance at 7pm, Wilson Phillips is the dynamic trio comprised of Carnie Wilson, Wendy Wilson, and Chynna Phillips - three amazingly-talented ladies each with an incredibly harmonic voice The famous offspring of the Beach Boy's Brian Wilson (Carnie and Wendy Wilson) and the Mamas and the Papas (Chynna Phillips – daughter of John and Michelle Phillips), Wilson Phillips are in the midst of celebrating their 20th anniversary as a recording act and have just released their latest and long-awaited tribute album –Dedication – which features classic songs from their parents’ legendary groups In 1989 the trio released a debut album, Wilson Phillips - a Grammy-nominated smash Then, history was made in 1992 when BillBoard declared their debut album “the best selling album of all time by an all female group” – and even toppled the Supremes for the "best selling female group" of all time for a single album Come drift back and feel the nostalgia as Wilson Phillips entertain you with classic songs such as "Monday, Monday" and "Wouldn't It Be Nice" This concert - “the perfect recipe” for fun this summer – is sure to put audiences in the mood for a toe-tapping evening of “Good Vibrations”

Tyler Hilton (in the Bronze Peacock)

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Tyler Hilton (in the Bronze Peacock)

06-05-2012 - 06-05-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1300 - General Admission $1500 - General Admission Day of Show Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74774

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM

House of Blues presents Tyler Hilton Hilton moved to Los Angeles and released a self-titled independent album in 2000 He also indulged his other passion, acting, by appearing in The CW’s One Tree Hill and the indie cult favorite Charlie Bartlett, and playing Elvis Presley in the 2005 Johnny Cash biopic Walk the Line (Hilton’s songs have been included on the Grammy Award-winning Walk the Line soundtrack and on all three of One Tree Hill’s popular soundtracks) Hilton signed with Maverick Records and released The Tracks Of Tyler Hilton in September 2004 “I wrote all those songs when I was still in high school,” he says, “and I was very impressed that the songs I wrote while I was doing homework ended up being released on a major label That was really exciting to me I could have written those kinds of songs again, but I wanted to do better And I think my new album is better” Indeed The Storms We Share is huge leap in the evolution of this young artist whose goal was to release a record that simply made people smile “There is so much to be bummed about; I totally understand that,” Hilton says “I’ve felt it and I get it, but I wanted to move beyond it I would love to give people a tool to wade through all the bad times and make them feel really happy Maybe that’s naïve to say, but I would love it if people listened to the songs and were inspired to do things that they didn’t think they could do That would be my ideal”

Hooked 4 Life

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Hooked 4 Life

06-05-2012 - 06-05-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $8 cover

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Hooked 4 Life "Christian RockThis new band came to Dosey Doe totally unknown to us as an opening act and blew us away When they bring in the vocal harmonies you know you are experiencing that very rare quality that separates the good from the fantastic"- Dosey Doe Coffee House

Chris Knight & Band

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Chris Knight & Band

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $20 / $15 Cover

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:00pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Chris Knight & Band Chris Knight is a singer/songwriter from the tiny mining town of Slaughters, KY, whose self-titled debut album invited comparisons to Steve Earle and John Prine Knight started on his musical journey at just three years old when he requested a plastic guitar for Christmas At 15, he became more serious when he began teaching himself dozens of John Prine songs on his older brother's guitar After earning an agriculture degree from Western Kentucky University, Knight went to work in land reclamation, but in 1986 he heard Earle on the radio and decided to try his hand at writing songs After six years of perfecting his story songs about the downtrodden of small-town America, Knight came to Nashville and won a coveted spot on a songwriters' night at the Bluebird Cafe Performing songs like Framed, which would eventually wind up on his debut album, he caught the ear of Frank Liddell, who signed him to a publishing deal with Bluewater Music Knight went back home and kept writing, and when Decca Records hired Liddell for an A&R position, Knight got a record deal When Decca released his self-titled debut in 1997, Knight still lived in a house trailer on 90 acres in Slaughters He has since become a popular name in Americana music, releasing four more albums: his 1998 self-titled sophomore effort, 2001's Pretty Good Guy, 2003's Jealous Kind, and 2006's Enough Rope

Business Volunteers for the Arts Monthly Business + Arts Happy Hour

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Business Volunteers for the Arts Monthly Business + Arts Happy Hour

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

Houston Arts Alliance

http://www.houstonartsalliance.com/

Cha Champagne and Wine Bar - 810 Waugh Dr #100 Houston TX 77019

Admission: Free event

713-527-9330 ext 129

nyala@haatx.com

Start Time(s): 5:30pm until 7:30pm/Live Jazz @6:30pm

Join Houston Arts Alliance and Business Volunteers for the Arts for the Business Volunteers for the Arts Monthly Business + Arts Happy Hour, every first Wednesday of the month at CHA, for an exciting opportunity to learn about HAA's Programs and Services Join HAA and BVA every first Wednesday to learn how you can impact your business and community at the same time This is a prime networking opportunity for like-minded professionals to support the nonprofit arts scene as well as enjoy live jazz and happy hour pricing on food and wine Who should attend: Professionals from arts and business professions and from all walks of life Why you should attend: It is the perfect opportunity to learn how business volunteers are impacting Houston's arts organizations as each month highlights a different BVA volunteer Additionally, a portion of the evening's proceeds support the BVA program in Houston See photos from our previous events on our Facebook page Join us Wednesday, June 6 at 5:30PM, and remember to bring a friend For more information about the BVA program, please email Nyala Wright at Nyala@haatxcom

2012 Round Top Music Festival: James VanDemark, double bass - Master Class

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: James VanDemark, double bass - Master Class

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, James VanDemark, double bass (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Wednesday, June 6 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals One of the most brilliant virtuosi ever to perform on the double bass, James VanDemark was hailed by the New York Times at his Lincoln Center recital debut as “an exceptionally gifted string player and a musician of taste, intelligence and the best spontaneous musical instincts, with an unerring sense for exact intonation” The San Francisco Chronicle praised his “wonderful facility for making really musical phrases, relaxing, building, shading with unlimited subtleties – and a capacity to dig into whole pages of rip-roaring coloratura and make every note count” About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Gillian Welch

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Gillian Welch

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

Wortham Center

http://www.houstonfirsttheaters.com/WorthamCenter.aspx

Wortham Theater Center - Cullen Theater - 501 Texas Avenue Houston TX 77002

Admission: $2900-$3400

7132225400

http://www.explorehouston.org/ticketing/tickets/production.aspx?performanceNumber=302

Start Time(s): 8pm

Wortham Theater Center presents Gillian Welch (Photograph by Paxton X), Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Before we go any further, before we address anything, I’d like you to forget Maybe forget what Gillian Welch shows you’ve seen, the floorboards all sparking from the weight of these two souls, Gill and Dave, and their four collective cowboy-booted soles; maybe forget when you first heard “Orphan Girl,” that song that seemed to exist outside of time and caused everyone who heard it to become the itinerant, the loner, the longing; maybe forget the years that have passed when last a new Gillian Welch record graced the hi-fi’s of the music-listening world – forget the pop stars risen and erased in those years, the administrations and regimes born and gone in those years – forget, indeed, that there are eight of them, eight years, since Soul Journey arrived into the world The Harrow & The Harvest, Gill and Dave’s new record, is both a product of and is unrelated to those years in-between Best to forget that What it is, indisputably, is the product of two people who have become so entwined in one another that the songs and the singing and the playing on this record seems to exude from a single voice This is the sound of two people in a room, playing to one another, with one another This is the sound of the room in which the two people are playing This is the sound of two voices, locked in unison, locked in harmony The sound of two people playing live, with no overdubs, and very few takes Two people making music together as if they were one soul combined Now back up This is what we know: Gill and Dave met at Berklee College of Music; Gillian was studying songwriting, while Dave studied guitar; they met at an audition for a country band Together, they moved to Nashville, TN where most of their work together has been produced Since then they have influenced and inspired new generations of country and folk singers, songwriters and players They have earned the slavish admiration of many of the most lauded and loved voices of the Americana milieu now living – and some who have since deceased (rest their souls) They’ve had their songs recorded by the likes of Willie Nelson, Emmylou Harris, and Solomon Burke Gill and Dave’s body of work is deeply rooted in the world it has sought to portray in song: the American South “Yes, Tennessee figures rather prominently in the new songs,” says Gillian The record, however, has little of the sweet sunny south; in fact, there’s a real dark pallor to the thing – and the language in the songs seems to recall the shady groves of Tennessee far more than anything that the duet has done in recent memory “The truth is, we absented ourselves from Nashville for a while, to escape the weight of home and studio and record label But I think our thoughts turned back there with a newness and clarity I hadn’t felt since I moved there almost 20 years ago” And the record they’ve made, tonally, is a new Southern sound, with the sort of songs you wouldn’t be surprised to hear issuing from some verdant, wooded hollow in Appalachia; the sort of songs you’d expect to be sung to soothe unquiet babies Songs you’d expect to hear hollered from an Asheville grange hall, all too late in the evening Songs with the wry humor of the back porch “Dave says this record is ‘ten different kinds of sad’, but it’s not without humor I feel like there’s a maturity in it and a sense of place that only comes with time” Gillian continues, “We feel at home in the folk tradition, and using its language combined with our own” “That’s the whole point of the folk tradition,” laughs Dave And the language is gorgeous The thing is, the two of them, Gill and Dave, have arrived at a place in their music where it seems to be impossible to attribute those words to one or the other That’s what I mean about their mindmeld It’s not just them performing and playing and singing together that is so uncanny, so wholly of one voice – the songwriting itself seems to have arrived at a similar apotheosis “As a songwriting team,” says Dave, “we are more seamless and fluid than ever before It’s nearly impossible to unravel who wrote what word, what line, what sentiment” Gillian adds: “It’s truly immaterial at this point When Dave and I really get down to work, it’s like we’re in a lifeboat, like we’re the only two people in the world, and it is very quiet I think some of that quietness comes through on these recordings” Listen to this record with the lights low Listen to it on an old radio, cradled next to your ear This is the sound of two people, singing and playing their songs Forget the years in between “The way you made it That’s the way it will be” – Colin Meloy Portland, Oregon May 5, 2011

John McVey & the Stumble

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John McVey & the Stumble

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash

06-07-2012 - 06-07-2012

Stafford Centre

http://www.staffordcentre.com

Stafford Centre - 10505 Cash Rd Stafford TX 77477

Admission: Ticket prices are $55, $45, $35, and $20 Tickets may be purchased thru the Stafford Centre website (wwwstaffordcentrecom) or our box office

(281) 208-6900

http://staffordcentre.ticketforce.com/

Start Time(s): 8pm

Stafford Centre is pleased to announce the long awaited, much requested return of The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash for one show only on Thursday, June 7th at 8:00 pm This amazing performance has become the number one tribute show in North America! The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash recreates the retro look of this American icon through the incredible talents of Shawn Barker The show delivers the raw prowess that made Johnny Cash a 20th century pop culture figure while capturing his ability to cross musical genres, age and ethnic barriers to bring a classic sound that is immediately recognized today While offering a retro look of the younger Cash, the show features more than 30 hit songs throughout Cash’s Career including duets made famous with June Carter Widely acclaimed by both the general public and critics alike, Shawn Barker is considered the pre-eminent Johnny Cash tribute artist as well as an accomplished musician and singer His portrayal is stunningly accurate and remarkably authentic as he brings a musical legend back to life The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash has sold over 100,000 tickets in Canada and now makes a triumphant return to entertain audiences in the United States To see a show demo of Shawn Barker as The Man in Black, see the "video" tab below “I was awed by his performancehe sounds just like John!” Ray Green legendary radio disc jockey and personal friend of Johnny Cash “Barker True to Spirit of Johnny Cash” Dallas Morning News “The Man In Black is astounding Having done a few shows with John over the years I was transfixed with Shawn’s tribute and portrayal of an American Icon Do not miss this show!” Dr Bruce, KFTX Radio, member of the Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Fame

Santigold

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Santigold

06-07-2012 - 06-07-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $2500 - General Admission $3000 - General Admission - Day of Show $3750 - Balcony Seating Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74189

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Deadstring Brothers

06-07-2012 - 06-07-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Call for information

7135339525

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Start Time(s): 10pm

Continental Club presents Deadstring Brothers The Deadstring Brothers do the early-70s Rolling Stones sound as well as anyone, including what's left of the Glimmer Twins themselves But they build an identity of their own with their stolen blueprints, turning in flinty, soulful performances that bring infectious vitality to bluesy rockers and boozy honky-tonk" —Chicago Reader “The band has that ragged blues-meets-country-rock groove down cold, with plenty of slashing guitar work and a rhythm section that could pulverize concrete They come charging out of the gate with attitude and energy to spare and a relentless mid-tempo thump that never lets up” —Harp Magazine The Deadstring Brothers' heart beats with pure rock and roll Simple and shor 'nuff Built on a the unshakable foundations of blues, rock country and soul, DSB manages to create something at once totally fresh but totally recognizable It's all ragtops and cold beer, seeds and stems, gatefold LPs and foxy girlfriends with tight, flared jeans You can imagine them walking as a gang down Carnaby street in London in the late 60's, or tearing up the stage at Cobo Hall in De-troit Rock City or sweating buckets at a Muscle Shoals recording session in the 70's If mainstream radio played music like the Deadstring Brothers, they wouldn't have to call it classic rock anymore, they'd just call it rock It's still here, and it sounds as good as ever Fronted by guitarist/vocalist and studio magician Kurt Marschke, the Brothers pound out a sound that, in comparison to so much lo-fi indie rock, is full and rich and sounds GREAT blasting out your car window Joining Kurt in the band are longtime drummer and fellow Detroiter Travis Harrett, and the brothers Cullum---Spencer (guitar, pedal steel and slide guitar) and Jeff (bass) The Cullums, a couple of London lads, came into the Deadstring fold during a UK tour in 2006 Both were mainstays in the burgeoning Heavy Load scene built around a communal love of all things Stones, Crowes and Allmans It was love at first jam and the boys joined up and bridged the waters between London and Detroit in time to record their 2nd album Silver Mountain "If there ever was a band that completely embodied Parsons' idea of "Cosmic American Music" - that indefinable mix of rock and roll, country, blues, soul and gospel - it is Deadstring Brothers" —The Crimson White "With breathless urgency, the Brothers give the chilling impression that every note might well be their last, that at any second the car could veer off the edge of the road and explode on the rocks below" —Detroit Metro Times

June Artful Thursday: Baroque Gestures

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

June Artful Thursday: Baroque Gestures

06-07-2012 - 06-07-2012

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

http://www.mfah.org/

Museum of Fine Arts - Caroline Wiess Law Building - 1001 Bissonnet Street Houston Tx 77005

Admission: Admission is free and open to the public

713-639-7300

Start Time(s): 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Refreshments generously provided by the Starbucks located at Buffalo Speedway/Westpark and Rice Village

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston presents their June Artful Thursday: Baroque Gestures, Thursday, June 7 at 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM, in the Caroline Wiess Law Building This lecture-demonstration explores gesture and drama at the dawn of the 17th century Presented by Matthew Dirst, associate professor of music at the Moores School of Music, University of Houston, and artistic director of Ars Lyrica Houston; with Catherine Turocy, artistic director, New York Baroque Dance Company Artful Thursdays are open to the public Admission is free Promotional support for Artful Thursdays is generously provided by KUHF 887 FM & KUHA 917 FM Refreshments are generously provided by the Starbucks locations at Buffalo Speedway/Westpark and in Rice Village Pictured: Parrasio Micheli, Young Woman Playing a Lute, c 1570, oil on canvas, Sarah Campbell Blaffer Foundation

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

MilkDrive (CD Release)

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

McGonigel's Mucky Duck

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 2425 Norfolk Houston TX 77098

Admission: Advance Tickets: $1500 Ticket price at the door: $1600

(713) 528-5999

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

McGonigel's Mucky Duck presents MilkDrive Awards are a great measure of technical prowess, but they reveal nothing about the musical soul so palpable in MilkDrive’s music, the quartet’s sound a textural, multi-layer mix of rhythms, tempos, flavors, harmonies, improvisation – and the confidence each possesses that comes from experience with an instrument (or instruments) Fingers flying at breathtaking speed, original tunes that feel familiar at first but go beyond extraordinary, songs with themes universal but unique, heart and brains behind dynamic performances: It’s an uncompromising musical journey the members of MilkDrive are on

John Michael Montgomery

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John Michael Montgomery

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $138 / $118/ $88 Dinner & Show Includes: Salad, Choice of Entrée, Dessert, Beverage

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents John Michael Montgomery John Michael Montgomery has turned an uncanny ability to relate to fans into one of country music's most storied careers Behind the string of hit records, the roomful of awards and the critical and fan accolades that have defined his phenomenal success lies a connection that goes beyond his undeniable talent and his proven knack for picking hits Since the days when "Life's A Dance" turned him from an unknown artist into a national star, John Michael’s rich baritone has carried that most important of assets--believability Few artists in any genre sing with more heart than this handsome Kentucky-born artist It is readily apparent in love songs that have helped set the standard for a generation Songs like “I Swear,” “I Love the Way You Love Me” and “I Can Love You Like That” still resonate across the landscape--pop icon and country newcomer Jessica Simpson cited “I Love The Way You Love Me” as an influence in a recent interview It is apparent in the 2004 hit “Letters From Home,” one of the most moving tributes to the connection between soldiers and their families ever recorded, and in “The Little Girl,” a tale of redemption that plumbs both the harrowing and the uplifting It is apparent even in the pure fun that has always found its way into John Michael's repertoire--songs like “Be My Baby Tonight” and “Sold (The Grundy County Auction Incident),” where John Mi- chael's vocal earnestness takes musical whimsy to another level "I'll continue making records for myself," he says, "but I'd also love to find other artists to produce, hoping I can open some doors and make some dreams come true like mine did I love finding hit records and producing them, and I see that down the road for myself" It is a vision whose origins lie in deceptively modest beginnings John Michael Montgomery was born in Danville, Kentucky, to parents who imparted a lifelong love of music "Where most people have chairs and sofas in their living rooms," laughs John Michael, "we had amplifiers and drum kits" The family band played on weekends throughout the area, and John Michael and his brother Eddie eagerly soaked up everything about it The hits followed steadily, with songs like "Rope The Moon," "If You've Got Love," "No Man's Land," "Cowboy Love," "As Long As I Live," "Friends" and "How Was I To Know" establishing him as one of the elite acts of the era He received the CMA Horizon award and was named the ACM's Top New Vocalist, setting off a long series of awards that included the CMA's Single and Song of the Year, Billboard's Top Country Artist, and a Grammy nomination Heavy touring meant he kept the close touch with fans he had begun in the clubs back home "We were weekend players at the beginning, and then it turned into five nights a week," he says "Then we got record deals, and we were still 'weekend superstars,' only now it was on much bigger stages" Asked what he thinks gave him the edge in a career that calls millions but gives stardom to just a few, he pauses, then thinks back to the legacy of his parents "I reckon it was good genes and good blood," he says with a smile Few who know the depth and breadth of his own growing legacy would disagree

Heights Live! with Charlie Faye CANCELLED

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Heights Live! with Charlie Faye CANCELLED

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

Heights Presbyterian Church (incl Heights Live!)

http://www.heightsliveconcerts.com/

Heights Presbyterian Church - 240 W 18th Street Houston TX 77008

Admission: $1500 All ages welcome With seating for only 100 people, and additional room for 25 more to stand, there isn't a bad view in the room We are a BYOB venue, so please feel free to bring the beverage (alcoholic or otherwise) of your choice Soft-drinks, water, coffee, snacks, and pie are available for a donation

7138611907 or 832-370-1128

http://www.heightsliveconcerts.com/

Start Time(s): Doors at 7:30PM Show at 8:00pm The entrance to the listening room is through the red double doors at the rear of the courtyard

Heights Presbyterian Church presents Heights Live! with Charlie Faye, Friday, June 8 at 8:00pm Heights Live! features family friendly concerts On January 1st, 2010, Charlie Faye pulled out of her hometown of Austin, Texas, to embark on a modern bohemian adventure In 10 months, Charlie made her home in 10 different towns; Tucson, AZ, Los Angeles, CA, Portland, OR, Boulder, CO, Shreveport, LA, Burlington, VT, Milwaukee, WI, Nashville, TN, Asheville, NC, and New York, NY When asked why she would chose to tour in this unusual way, Charlie answers: "Ask any musician, on returning from a tour, 'How was Seattle? What was Chicago like? - and they'll tell you: "I don't know, man, we just loaded out of the van and played and then got back in the van and kept driving" But Charlie didn't want to just skim the surface Instead of landing in a city, playing a show, and taking off the next day, Charlie spent a month actually getting to know the people and personality of each place she made her home Traveling alone, Charlie put together a new band in each town Playing and hanging out with musicians in each town gave Charlie a really unique perspective on our national music culture Looking back at the year, Charlie says, "If this isn't Americana music, I don't know what is"

The Head and The Heart

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Head and The Heart

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

Warehouse Live

http://www.warehouselive.com/

Warehouse Live - 813 Saint Emanuel Houston TX 77003

Admission: $1800-$2000

713225LIVE (5483)

http://warehouselive.frontgatetickets.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 7:00pm Show: 8:00pm

Warehouse Live presents The Head and The Heart With The Moondoggies, Husky The Head and the Heart is a folk band which formed in 2009 in Seattle, Washington, United States The band consists of Josiah Johnson (vocals, guitar), Jonathan Russell (vocals, guitar), Charity Rose Thielen (violin, vocals), Chris Zasche (bass), Kenny Hensley (keyboards) and Tyler Williams (drums) Composed primarily of transplants to the Seattle area, The Head and the Heart write and play songs that speak to the newness of a fresh start, of the ghosts left behind, of moving forward, all brimming with a soulfulness and hope for a better life than the one we've all been sold Stylistically, think a folksy Beatles or The Avett Brothers with a little extra oomph Catchy piano melodies stand side by side with a tight trio of harmonies, and solid minimalist drums, groovin bass, and plenty of hand percussion and foot stomps make the live show inspiring and really goddamn fun After the band self-released its eponymous debut album in June 2010, the emblematic Seattle label Sub Pop re-released the album There is in this music a counter-cultural optimism, with roots that grow deep and melodies that lodge themselves far into that place inside you where the head meets the heart

Wendy Colonna

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Wendy Colonna

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

Anderson Fair

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Anderson Fair - 2007 Grant Houston TX 77006

Admission: $1500

832-767-2785

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Start Time(s): Doors at 8:00pm Show: 9:00pm

Anderson Fair presents Wendy Colonna Wendy Colonna is a Louisiana girl with a blend of Cajun and Italian ancestry; a perfectly sexy combo that translates well on her latest musical offering A young woman who has decidedly come into her own, the dark-eyed Colonna fills up her musical space with deep-down retro roots and soul flavor on her newest album, We Are One Produced by well-known & respected musical maestro Papa Mali, Louisiana native, once reggae come funk slash rock ‘n roll musician Colonna’s album indeed showcases an easy- going manner with an strong, throaty voice, conjuring a distinctive & rich sound that sings volumes about her roots and her commitment to her love for creating music “This album is the culmination of a lot of hard years on and off the road sticking with what I know and love best – music,” says Colonna, who admits that the life of a musician isn’t an easy one to choose, but who also can’t imagine chucking her dream “I’m fortunate to be doing something that I feel so committed to,” Colonna reiterates “Everyone needs an accessible means and a language for caring for themselves Making music and yoga are mine” Like a rock in hurricane, Colonna will continue to move through the music business with the wind behind her, a force of nature that is consistent, strong and rich, like her pipes and her stories - Christine Cox, 2010

Kenny Wayne Shepherd

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Kenny Wayne Shepherd

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $2500 - General Admission $3250 - Upper Balcony $3750 - Reserved Floor Seating $4750 - Lower Balcony $4750 - Lower Balcony - Platinum Exchance Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74242

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM

House of Blues presents Kenny Wayne Shepherd There are few artists whose names are synonymous with one instrument and how it's played in service to an entire genre Utter the phrase "young blues guitarist" within earshot of anyone with even a cursory knowledge of the modern musical vanguard and the first name they are most likely to respond with will be Kenny Wayne Shepherd Still barely in his 30s, the Louisiana born axeman and songsmith has been selling millions of albums, throwing singles into the Top 10, shining a light on the rich blues of the past and forging ahead with his own modern twist on a classic sound he has embodied since his teens He met Stevie Ray Vaughan at 7, shared the stage with New Orleans legend Bryan Lee at13 As an adult, he continues to create genre-defining blues-infused rock n' roll Kenny Wayne Shepherd's How I Go not only serves as a strong reminder of the chops that caused Guitar World to place him right behind BB King and Eric Clapton on their list of blues guitarists, but it's the strongest indication yet of his gifted songwriting talent The album pairs Kenny's deeply soulful and impassioned takes on classic material like Bessie Smith's "Backwater Blues," Albert King's "Oh, Pretty Woman" and The Beatles "Yer Blues" alongside the strongest writing and co-writing of his career thus far

Rich O'Toole

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Rich O'Toole

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

Firehouse Saloon

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Firehouse Saloon - 5930 SW Freeway and Fountainview Houston TX 77057

Admission: $1200 All shows are 21 & up unless noted

(713) 977-1962

http://www.firehousesaloon.com

Start Time(s): ALL concerts start at 9:15pm with the Headliner starting at 11:15pm Unless otherwise Noted!

Firehouse Saloon presents Rich O'Toole Rich O’Toole is honest to goodness Texas talent with a spicy presence in his music that can only be found hailing from a state that has a reputation for everything being bigger – and Rich proves this rumor true with huge lyrical passion, a gigantic portion of daring subject matter that’ll leave any listener wide-eyed, and massive on-stage energy This energy hasn’t fallen one bit even after four years of touring nationally It’s only increased, and for Rich, that’s the plan for the rest of his career Rich’s new record -- "Kiss of a Liar" -- showcases passion, mixed with honest songwriting, and spun into guitar driven country/rock melodies that are noticeably present in his latest single “The Cricket Song”, released in February This single is only one of many on the record that beg each listener to be a part of Rich’s story and sometimes, the story pushes the envelope without tipping it over Crowd-favorite “Marijuana & Jalapenos” is a Texas anthem that’ll have you trying to grin around the tongue in your cheek Rich is accompanied by some of the industry’s most sought after songwriters including Jimbeau Hinson (“Hillbilly Highway”, Steve Earle) and Trent Summar (“She Knows What to Do With a Saturday Night”, Billy Currington) Be ready to embark on a story-telling journey when Steve Earle meets Mark Twain in one of the album’s cuts written by Hinson titled “Banks of the Mississippi” Rich displays an energetic take on-stage that is aurally present in the upcoming record His drive for life is lyrically present in the album’s closer, “I’m Never Gonna Quit” This never-give-up mantra has led Rich to accumulate a die-hard and dedicated fan base over his years of touring who could sing every word to each song on the night’s set list Night after night, he offers audiences an energetic and intimate performance that could only be described as “Bruce Springsteen meets Country Music” and if you ask him what it is that fuels these performances and his recent success, he’ll reply with one word: passion “If I didn’t love playing city after city so much, I wouldn’t do it There’ll be times when I leave the stage soakin’ wet because of how much energy the crowd and I shared” Intriguing song content, melodies that will have you riding on verve, and the determination to present an ever-increasing on-stage dynamism to audiences across the US make Rich O’Toole a Country force to watch out for

I Can Do Anything!

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

I Can Do Anything!

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

Aurora Picture Show

http://aurorapictureshow.org/

Discovery Green - Labranch at Lamar Houston TX 77010

Admission: FREE Admission

713-868-2101

aurora@aurorapictureshow.org

Start Time(s): 7pm

Aurora Picture Show presents I Can Do Anything! With a performance by GRCH (Girls Rock Camp Houston) Camper All-Star Band Curated by Sarah Gish Friday, June 8, at 7PM Location: Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street Free Admission The I Can Do Anything! screening of film shorts by, about, and for kids celebrates children who truly can do anything because they still know how to dream! You’ll get to see a vintage 1972 “Fat Albert” clip – the first cartoon with an all black cast -- as well as the dreamy skydiving film, Chute, by French filmmaker Mathias Lachal Other treats include funny films about babies and the story of elementary school students who turned their concrete playground into a garden paradise Before the screening as the sun sets, please join us for a special performance by Girls Rock Camp of Houston All Star Band ABOUT SARAH GISH Sarah Gish loves to play the harmonica and drive her stick shift art car, HUBBA HUBBA, which has 1,961 bottle hand-painted bottle caps and 7 orange hubcaps! She’s a cultural champion who ignites people’s lives through her personal, family, and business enrichment company, Gish Creative Sarah uncovers the cool in Houston on wwwtwittercom/sarahgish, wwwfacebookcom/gishpicks and through her blog, Gish Picks: A Guide To Cultural Activities For Families, and her annual book, The Summer Book®: A Guide To Summer Days Camps and Classes for Kids and Teens ABOUT GIRLS ROCK CAMP HOUSTON Girls Rock Camp Houston is dedicated to empowering girls and women of all backgrounds and abilities through musical education and creative expression Girls Rock Camp Houston is a one-week summer day camp formed in October 2009 to offer girls music and art based workshops For more information, visit http://wwwgirlsrockhoustonorg/ Screening to start at dark Special thanks to Discovery Green and Girls Rock Camp of Houston for their support of this program

Heights Live! with Back To The Garden: A Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Heights Live! with Back To The Garden: A Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

Heights Presbyterian Church (incl Heights Live!)

http://www.heightsliveconcerts.com/

Heights Presbyterian Church - 240 W 18th Street Houston TX 77008

7138611907 or 832-370-1128

http://www.heightsliveconcerts.com/

Start Time(s): Doors at 7:30PM Show at 8:00pm The entrance to the listening room is through the red double doors at the rear of the courtyard

Heights Presbyterian Church presents Heights Live! with Back To The Garden: A Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert, Friday, June 8 at 8:00pm Heights Live! features family friendly concerts Celebrating the songs of Joni Mitchell (pictured), performed by some of Houston’s finest singers and songwriters CONFIRMED PERFORMERS: Connie MimsSelia QynnJennifer GrassmanMichelle CowanLeslie Krafka Brian KalinecHank WojiDonna CorleyGirl FridayCarolyn WallaceThe RenfreesDanette McMahonGlynace EasthamSarah GoldenGuy Schwartz Tickets are $20 at the door Seating limited to 100, so this is going to be a very intimate and enjoyable evening filled with memorable songs by one of the most legendary woman songwriters of all time

Skyrocket!

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Skyrocket!

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1400

7135339525

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Start Time(s): 10PM

Continental Club presents SKYROCKET! SKYROCKET! is perhaps the most wickedly original party band to emerge from any music scene, let alone a city like Austin where original music rules Two things make SKYROCKET! stand out: 1) The players All of them are recording artists in their own right Maybe you’ve seen them before, on tour, on TV, or performing around Austin 2) The songs It all started when this handful of the city’s most successful and well-loved songwriters discovered a common passion for ’70s “solid-gold” music: Disco, glam rock, soft rock and soul one-hit wonders One forgotten hit led to another, then the ’70s led to the ’80s, and the song list grew, cherry-picked for the ones most likely to get screams of sudden recognition from the audience Calling themselves The K-TEL Hit Machine, They caught on quickly as one of the freshest, funnest dance bands around By the end of 2005, they had even charmed city’s impossible-to-charm music critics at the Austin Chronicle’s holiday bash, and the band’s popularity SKYROCKETed from there, hence the name change

Fuzzy Fest II: A Benefit for Pitbulls

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Fuzzy Fest II: A Benefit for Pitbulls

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

They're So Fluffy

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=285655114847989&set=a.156384667775035.40642.153416211405214&type=1&ref=nf#!/THEYRESOFLUFFY

Admission: $8 BYOB

8323311650

Sofluffybenefit@gmail.com

Start Time(s): 5pm

THEY’RE SO FLUFFY is hosting Fuzzy Fest II: : A Benefit for Pitbulls Saturday, June 9th, at 5pm at The Compound, 2305 Wheeler St FEATURED BANDS: Main Section Mayhem (California) The Hunger Artists (Arizona) The Sewn Seems (Arizona) Thistle (Louisiana) Signalman (San Antonio) Alimañas The Freakouts Fuska Always Guilty Rat Poison Chad Hates George Sidewalk Slammers Radio Flyer Moral Distrust Marissa Shut Up Sidney Pseudo Section Small Dog Syndrome 2 Buck Drunks Garbage Dump $800 cover All ages Starts at 5pm SHARP!!

Until the Fat Lady Sings

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Until the Fat Lady Sings

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

Houston Pride Band

http://www.houstonprideband.org

Hobby Center - Zilkha Hall - 800 Bagby Houston TX 77002

Admission: General Admission Tickets - $10 Individual tickets can be purchased through Houston Pride Band or from Hobby Center

832-356-7476 or 713-315-2525

info@houstonprideband.org

http://www.houstonprideband.org

Start Time(s): 7:30 PM

Houston Pride Band and Bayou City Performing Arts present Until the Fat Lady Sings, Saturday, June 9, at 7:30 PM in Hobby Center - Zilkha Hall In television commercials, in Saturday morning cartoons, and even in cell phone ringtones, you hear these tunes From Copland to The Village People, these timeless classics are as universally recognizable as they are well, timeless Highlight’s of the evening’s program include Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain, Copeland’s Down A Country Lane, a theme and variations based on the Village People’s YMCA, and everything in between

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Darryl Worley

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $128/ $108 / $88 Price Includes: Salad, Choice of Entrée, Dessert, Soft Beverage

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm (Dinner preceeds show Call for times)

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Darryl Worley Through five albums and seventeen chart hits, Darryl Worley has produced one of the most impressive and wide-ranging catalogs in contemporary music He has for ten years been a mainstay of modern country, a distinctive singer and first-rate songwriter whose music has chronicled life, love and the world situation with equal facility He has topped the charts with singles including "I Miss My Friend," "Awful, Beautiful Life" and "Have You Forgotten?" which accomplished the feat for one, two and an incredible seven weeks respectively He hit the Top 20 with the first three singles from his impressive major-label debut, Hard Rain Don't Last - "When You Need My Love," "A Good Day to Run" and "Second Wind" and followed with smashes like "If Something Should Happen," "I Just Came Back From A War" and the iconic "Tennessee River Run" Along the way, he has sold nearly two million albums, earned nominations for five major ACM and CMA awards, including "Song of the Year" and "Single of the Year," and has written songs for other major artists, including George Jones Now, with the release of his sixth album, Sounds Like Life, Worley reasserts himself as one of country’s true creative forces Sounds like Life showcases Worley as a songwriter of depth and passion and a singer whose versatility and believability have grown stronger through the years The project is a microcosm of his life and career, with the sometimes rocky, sometimes triumphant road he’s traveled infusing every track, and it bears both the sense of detail and the universality we’ve come to expect from the 6’6“ hit-maker

Concert with SUR

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Concert with SUR

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

Institute of Hispanic Culture

http://www.ihch.org

University of St Thomas - Jones Hall - 3910 Yoakum Houston TX 77006

Admission: General adimission: $20 IHCH paid members: $10 Note: tickets can be purchased in advance at the IHCH office and are not refundable

7135281492

institute@ihch.org

Start Time(s): 8:00pm Doors open at 7:30pm

The Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston & South American Production present Concert with SUR, Saturday, June 9, 2012 at 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:30pm) LOCATION: Jones Hall - University of St Thomas, 3910 Yoakum, Houston, Texas 77006 Limited capacity!!! For more information please call us at 7135281492, institute@ihchorg (subject line: SUR CONCERT) The Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston is funded in part by grants from the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance

Ashleigh Flynn & Matt Harlan

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Ashleigh Flynn & Matt Harlan

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

Anderson Fair

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Anderson Fair - 2007 Grant Houston TX 77006

Admission: $20 cover charge

832-767-2785

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Start Time(s): Doors open at 8 PM and music starts around 9

Anderson Fair presents Ashleigh Flynn & Matt Harlan Ashleigh Flynn (pictured) - Ashleigh Flynn's most recent release, American Dream, is alive with stories about down-and-outers, young and old, all still hopeful, as is Flynn, that they can achieve the American Dream The emotional depth and stellar storytelling will no doubt continue her trajectory of national acclaim and impressive sales American Dream has won Flynn the following praise, as well as performance spots on Mountain Stage (NPR's nationally syndicated live music show), opening spots across the US for Todd Snider: "Possessing vocals graced with otherworldy clarity, it's tempting to call Ashleigh Flynn Americana's answer to Norah Jones That comparison, however, hardly describes Flynn's genuinely compelling storytelling" -Performing Songwriter, July/August 2008 From Kentucky, Ashleigh Flynn grew up foot stomping along the Ohio River as the steamboats and barges made their way to the muddy Mississippi An electrifying performer blessed with unbridled charisma, Flynn has released two previous full-length studio efforts The Village Voice regards Ashleigh as "A darling of the NW Americana scene", writing: "Flynn adds a smoky soulful voice marrying styles such as bluegrass to pop" Matt Harlan - If there’s a performer today that embodies the oft-applied and rarely understood moniker of “songwriter’s songwriter” it’s Houston favorite, Matt Harlan With songs that are already well known in many circles Harlan’s studio work is just beginning to make its mark with his debut studio release, “Tips & Compliments” Born and raised in Texas, Harlan soaked up the richness of the state and its song-smiths while bouncing between its big cities and small towns On his debut, Harlan exposes this range of influences, interpreting a generation steeped in plastic yet filtered through the Hill Country limestone His expressive vocals recall Chris Smither and Chris Knight, shading his poignant songs with soaring heart and aching grit??Matt's songwriting has been getting some recognition lately with awards from the Billboard World Songwriting Contest, American Songwriter Magazine, the Wildflower Arts & Music Festival, Snowbird Mountain Music Festival and as a Regional New Folk winner at Kerrville Americana fans should be familiar with the stellar crew that joins Harlan on “Tips & Compliments” Produced by Rich Brotherton, the disc features vocals from Phoebe Hunt (Belleville Outfit), fiddle from Warren Hood, and Marty Muse (Robert Earl Keen) on pedal steel

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - Texas Music Festival Orchestra Series: Celebratory Opening

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - Texas Music Festival Orchestra Series: Celebratory Opening

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

University of Houston - Moores School of Music

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/index.html

University of Houston - Moores Opera House - 3800 Cullen Blvd Houston TX 77204-0001

Admission: Moores Opera House Policy: All children must have a ticket and be capable of sitting quietly in their own seat for the entire performance Children ages 5 and younger are not permitted at any time SINGLE ADMISSION For all Moores Opera House and Dudley Recital Hall concerts, unless noted otherwise $15 – general $10 – student/senior TICKET PACKAGES Advance purchase only Orchestra/PERSPECTIVES Season Pass $75 – general $50 – student/senior Classical Minds Guitar Festival Season Pass $60 – general $45 – student/senior $30 – auditor's day pass (includes lecture, MC and recital) (good for any day during the Guitar Institute) Mix and Match Choose 3, get one free $40 – general $25 – student/senior (Does not apply to Classical Minds Guitar Festival) Groups Groups of 10+ Contact Box Office for details TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY TICKETS 979-845-1234 tickets@MSCtamuedu PARKING: Moores School of Music, Free parking: wwwuhedu/class/music/events-performances/indexphp Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Free/paid parking: wwwwoodlandscenterorg/parkinghtml Annenberg Presidential Conference Center Free parking: http://apcctamuedu/directionshtml

713-743-3313

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/season/tickets.html

Start Time(s): 7:30pm 6:30 pm, Jane Blaffer Owen Plaza, Moores School of Music, University of Houston Pre-concert performances and refreshments by local food trucks

Chubby Checker

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Chubby Checker

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

Miller Theatre Advisory Board

http://milleroutdoortheatre.com/events/296/

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

281-FREE-FUN (373-3386)

http://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

Let's Twist Again! Chubby Checker makes his debut at Miller to celebrate nearly 50 years in the Music Industry Chubby Checker revolutionized our Culture with “Dancing Apart To The Beat” when he introduced “The Twist” to the world From Woodstock to the 21st century, artists & fans express themselves in a fashion that Chubby first presented to a national audience on American Bandstand in 1960 That’s the reason why Dick Clark said “The Three Most Important Things That Ever Happened In The Music Industry are Elvis Presley, The Beatles, and Chubby Checker Chubby Checker has sold an amazing 250,000,000 records over the years Over the last few years, a whole new generation has been introduced to Chubby Checker He has signed a Major Label Deal with RED/Sony Presented by Miller Outdoor Theatre

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Chamber Music Concert

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Chamber Music Concert

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $2500 Student $1000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 3:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents a Chamber Music Concert in Festival Concert Hall, Saturday, June 9 at 3:30pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Louis Spohr (pictured above, 1784-1859) Nonet in F, Op 31 (1813) JS Bach Ciaconna from Partita No 2 in d, Adagio and Fuga from Sonata No 3 in C Antonin Dvo?ák (1841-1904) Quartet for piano and strings in E-flat, Op 87 (1889) FEATURING: Gregory Fulkerson (Spohr), Nicholas Kitchen (Bach), Espen Lilleslatten (Dvo?ák), violins; Brett Deubner, viola; Emilio Colón, cello; James VanDemark, bass; Ransom Wilson, flute; Rebecca Henderson, oboe; Kenneth Grant, clarinet; Benjamin Kamins, bassoon; Peter Kurau, horn; Eteri Andjaparidze, piano READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Satisfaction - A Rolling Stone Experience

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Satisfaction - A Rolling Stone Experience

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1000 - General Admission $1500 - General Admission Day of Show Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74576

Start Time(s): Doors: 08:00 PM Show: 09:00 PM

House of Blues presents Satisfaction - A Rolling Stone Experience Internationally acclaimed as the most authentic cast and production show available honoring the World's Greatest Rock & Roll Band Satisfaction The Show! is a musical tribute to the "World's Greatest Rock & Roll Band" The Rolling Stones Audiences will be mesmerized as they are taken on the mystical ride beginning in London 1962, then stopping by the VooDoo Lounge before heading over the Bridges to Babylon and finally, concluding with their 40 Licks USA More than a million fans per year, press throughout the world, and The Rolling Stones themselves, have taken notice of the "high energy way that Chris LeGrand and Satisfaction bring the Rolling Stones experience to the stage" From opening for such major acts as Lynyrd Skynyrd, Starship, Foghat, Nazareth, and Sammy Hagar, to current dates scheduled such as The 2005 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Tribute Show in which both Keith Richards and Ron Wood have requested to appear and take part, Satisfaction re-create The Rolling Stones every time they take to the stage

Jason Elmore & Hoodoo Witch

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Jason Elmore & Hoodoo Witch

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:30pm

Shakespeare Pub presents Jason Elmore & Hoodoo Witch Jason Elmore is a Dallas, TX-based guitarist/singer/songwriter who has taken the music scene by storm in just a short period of time Whether fronting his trio, Jason Elmore & Hoodoo Witch, or performing as a solo acoustic act, Elmore is able to bring together elements of popular blues/rock/Americana in his performances that seem to bridge the gap between blues, rock, country, surf, and jazz He is remarkable in his ability to appeal to fans of all genres of music with his devastating guitar licks, soulful old-school vocals, keen sense of humor and imagainative-yet-familiar songwriting All one needs to do is watch him play live one time in order to have a good understanding of how all these different genres of music have a common thread when it comes to eliciting an emotional response from the listener and taking them to that special place where only the music exists Since 2008, he has fronted the trio "Jason Elmore & Hoodoo Witch", a high-energy melting pot of musical styles that is reminscent of Johnny Winter, Rory Gallagher, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Freddie King The band is rounded out by Chris Waw on bass and Jon Zoog on drums and can be found 3 or 4 nights a week anyplace from a rowdy roadhouse to a large festival, and all points in between

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Opening Orchestra Concert

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Opening Orchestra Concert

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $3000 Student $2000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents the Opening Orchestra Concert in Festival Concert Hall, Saturday, June 9 at 7:30pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Claude Debussy “Nocturnes” (Nuages & Fêtes) Sergei Rachmaninoff Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini, Op 43 Claude Debussy “Images” (Gigues, Iberia, Rondes de Printemps) FEATURING: Texas Festival Orchestra Pascal Verrot, (pictured) conductor James Dick, piano READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

New Birth Brass Band

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

New Birth Brass Band

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Call for information

7135339525

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Start Time(s): Flow Tribe at 10pm New Birth Brass Band at 11:30pm

Continental Club presents New Birth Brass Band With Flow Tribe The New Birth Brass Band is at the forefront of the current New Orleans brass band renaissance The band fuses hip-hop, Mardi Gras Indian chants, funk, and modern jazz with age old traditional sounds Winners of a Big Easy Award for Best Brass Band Pictured: New Birth Brass Band @ Preservation Hall 11/24/11 - Thanksgiving Day Photo © Wesley Hodges (detail above, full image below)

2012 El Festival de la Salsa

Fri, 25 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 El Festival de la Salsa

06-08-2012 - 06-09-2012

FLAMART (Featuring Latin American Music and ARTs)

http://www.elfestivaldelasalsa.com/

Jones Plaza - 600 Louisiana Houston TX 77002

Admission: Daily Passes 1-Day Concert Pass (Fri): $2000 1-Day Concert Pass (Sat): $2000 1-Day Concert Pass (Sun): $4000 1-Day Workshop Pass (Sat): $6000 1-Day Workshop Pass (Sun): $6000 Package Deals 3-Day Concert Pass (Fri-Sat-Sun): $8000 2-Day Workshop Pass (Sat-Sun): $12000 3-Day Combo Pass (Fri-Sat-Sun): $20000 3-Day VIP Pass (Fri-Sat-Sun): $24000 Children Tickets Children tickets are available for purchase only at the gate on the days of the event Each ticket is $5 a day for children 12 and under

(832) 408-0633

info@elfestivaldelasalsa.com

http://www.elfestivaldelasalsa.com/tickets/

Start Time(s): 5 pm to 10 pm Friday-Sunday Schedule Line-up

FLAMART presents the 2012 El Festival de la Salsa, which will take place June 8-10 from 5 pm to 10 pm in Jones Plaza El Festival de la Salsa is a three-day Latin music festival dedicated to bringing not only Latinos but people from all places and backgrounds together while keeping salsa music alive for generations to come 9 Bands, 10 Concerts, and more! The Festival Will Feature: Main stage showcasing today’s top performers in Salsa music, fully equipped with a state-of-the-art sound and lighting system Crafts and food vendors selling the finest in local handcrafted items as well as a variety of delicious Latin foods Music & Dance Workshops, June 9-10, Saturday and Sunday, from 12pm – 3 pm at University of Houston Downtown at One Main St, Houston, TX 77002 FEATURED ARTISTS: Jose Alberto “El Canario”, Louis Shati, Caliente, Houston All Stars, Havana NRG, KIPP High School Jazz Ensemble, La Orquesta Salmerum feat Jairo Perea & Ruben Esteva, Mary Frometa, Compadres de Ritmo & Tumbaka PERFORMANCE LINE UP El Festival de la Salsa exists for the purposes of promoting the production of new Salsa music, present new artists and their work, engaging youth in music activities while stimulating new generations of musicians; and raising funds for both educational outreach and academic music programs for the underserved and underprivileged of all ages Featuring some of today’s top international and local performers, El Festival de la Salsa also seeks to promote unity, culture, diversity, and preserve the tradition of Salsa music for future generations An estimated 5,000 plus fans will attend El Festival de la Salsa, making it one of the most anticipated events of the year FACEBOOK

FELA!

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

FELA!

06-05-2012 - 06-10-2012

Society for the Performing Arts

http://www.spahouston.org

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts - 615 Louisiana Houston TX 77002

Admission: $37-$81

713-227-4772

info@spahouston.org

http://www.spahouston.org

Start Time(s): 8 pm, Tuesday - Friday, June 5 - 8, 2012 3 pm & 8 pm, Saturday, June 9, 2012 3 pm & 7:30 pm, Sunday, June 10, 2012

Society for the Performing Arts presents FELA! His story inspired a nation His music inspires the world Running in Jones Hall, June 5-June 10, 2012 With non-stop energy from beginning to end, FELA!, Broadway’s joyous dance, theater, music spectacle, has had audiences dancing in their seats across three continents The Tony Award® winner, directed and choreographed by Bill T Jones, explores the extravagant world of Afrobeat legend, Fela Kuti FELA! comes to Houston’s Jones Hall following its sold-out run at London’s prestigious National Theatre where The Guardian’s Michael Billington exclaimed, “It breaks down conventional barriers between stage and auditorium…the dancing is ecstatic, the music lifts the spirits, and the stage is alive with movement” “One of this decade’s most exhilarating Broadway musicals!” —USA Today Produced by Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, FELA! is the true story of the legendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, whose soulful Afrobeat rhythms ignited a generation Inspired by his mother, a civil rights champion, he defied a corrupt military government and devoted his life and music to the struggle for freedom This triumphant tale of courage, passion and love features Fela Kuti’s captivating music and the visionary direction and choreography of SPA favorite Bill T Jones After Ben Brantley of The New York Times raved, “There should be dancing in the streets! There has never been anything like this on Broadway,” Bill T Jones earned a Tony Award® for Best Choreographer He was also given the Astaire Award and received a 2010 Kennedy Center Honor along with Oprah Winfrey

Heaven and Hell

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Heaven and Hell

06-08-2012 - 06-10-2012

Ars Lyrica Houston

http://www.arslyricahouston.org/index.htm

Hobby Center - Zilkha Hall - 800 Bagby Houston TX 77002

Admission: $4125, $3625, $3125 Student Tickets Available (With Valid ID)

713-315-2525

info@arslyricahouston.org

http://www.thehobbycenter.org/?q=node/782

Start Time(s): UPDATE: Ars Lyrica is offering TWO performances of "Heaven and Hell" Friday, June 8, 2012 at 7:30pm -AND- Sunday, June 10, 2012 at 6pm

The Ars Lyrica 2011-12 season of Transformations -- emotional, spiritual, physical, even intellectual - concludes on June 8 and June 10 with Heaven and Hell, presented in collaboration with the New York Baroque Dance Company, the world’s most prestigious Baroque-style dance group, with new choreography by NYBDC Artistic Director Catherine Turocy This program features fully-staged versions of some of Claudio Monteverdi’s most imaginative scores, including the epochal Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda and the Ballo delle Ingrate These two works take the listener from heaven to hell and back again, with musical imagery that still astonishes even after four hundred years Scheduled Program: Music by Claudio Monteverdi: Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda Ballo delle Ingrate and other works from his 1638 Madrigals of Love and War “This production…dazzled in all ways: it was wittily staged and choreographed” —The Wall Street Journal “ingeniously and tastefully presented…Soirée Baroque en Haïti entertained and illuminated” —The New York Times “Absolutely gorgeous” —The Washington Post “Turocy has a ‘gift for flowing and shifting patterns’” —The Boston Globe

Sugar Bayou

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Sugar Bayou

06-10-2012 - 06-10-2012

McGonigel's Mucky Duck

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 2425 Norfolk Houston TX 77098

Admission: Advance Tickets: $1500 Ticket price at the door: $1600

(713) 528-5999

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

Start Time(s): 6:00pm

McGonigel's Mucky Duck presents Sugar Bayou Sugar Bayou has built a multi-genre, box-free sound from infinite roads, great friendship, good fortune, three lead singers (which makes for thrilling harmonies), virtuoso musicianship, hard work and lifetimes of experience – good, bad and everything in between But now for the good news Thankfully, Sugar Bayou has worked through its cheerful phase, and is on to more difficult topics, such as lost love, bad attitudes, impossible choices, hopelessness, the absurdity of war, honor among thieves, being stranded just outside the gate, so many things barely out of reach, all approached in a musically upbeat manner (blues to bluegrass) Is there anything left worth fighting for? We think so

Klytemnestra - The Original Subversive Female A New Chamber Opera

Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Klytemnestra - The Original Subversive Female A New Chamber Opera

06-10-2012 - 06-10-2012

Divergence Vocal Theater

http://divergencevocaltheater.org/Performances/Detail/klytemnestra-the-original-subversive-female

Museum of Fine Arts - Audrey Jones Beck Building - 5601 Main Street Houston TX 77005

Admission: Free with general museum admission MFAH Admission: Adult: $10 Senior (65+): $5 Youth (6–18): $5 Student (with ID): $5 Member: FREE

(713) 639-7300

info@divergencevocaltheater.org

http://divergencevocaltheater.org/Performances/Detail/klytemnestra-the-original-subversive-female

Start Time(s): 2pm and 5pm

Misha Penton & Divergence Vocal Theater present Klytemnestra - The Original Subversive Female A New Chamber Opera by Dominick Diorio Libretto by Misha Penton She is Seductress She is Confidante She is Chaos The woman who single-handedly annihilated the most powerful war hero of her time and destabilized a society Klytemnestra, a chamber opera by Dominick DiOrio (Houston Press Best Composer 2011), is a musical setting of soprano and Divergence Vocal Theater artistic director, Misha Penton's libretto The work highlights the heroine's complex physiological world and her relationship with her daughter, Iphigenia Join Misha and her multi-arts collaborators (Meg Brooker, dancer; Meredith Harris, viola; Kyle Evans, piano; Shelley Auer, narrator) for performances in Gallery 214 at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston Free with general museum admission wwwdivergencevocaltheaterorg Museum of Fine Arts Houston Gallery 214 Sunday, June 10, 2012 2pm and 5pm 5pm performance followed by a reception Free with general museum admission Misha Penton, soprano, artistic director, concept and libretto Dominick DiOrio, music Meg Brooker, dancer and choreography Meredith Harris, viola Kyle Evans, piano Shelley Auer, narrator wwwdivergencevocaltheaterorg wwwmfahorg Dr John Harvey of University of Houston's Honors College Center for Creative work inspired the creation of Klytemnestra Misha Penton is a contemporary opera singer, theater-media artist, librettist, song lyricist and poet She is known for her dramatic prowess and “exquisite and succulent vocal range” (CultureMap Houston), “smoldering flair” (Houston ArtsWeek), and “mesmerizing presence” (Houston Press) Her diverse performing career includes opera, concert and multidisciplinary performance projects She is the founder, artistic director and lead ensemble artist of Houston's multi-arts performance ensemble, Divergence Vocal Theater wwwmishapentoncom Dominick DiOrio is director of choral activities and associate professor of music at Lone Star College-Montgomery He was named "Best Composer 2011" by HoustonPress for his new opera, Klytemnestra, with Divergence Vocal Theater He received the Doctor of Musical Arts in choral conducting from the Yale School of Music in May 2012 He has also received the MMA and MM in choral conducting from Yale and a BM in composition from Ithaca College In October 2009, he traveled to Sweden to participate in the Eric Ericson Award, the top international competition for young choral conductors His work is published with Alliance, Lorenz and Oxford wwwdominickdioriocom Pictured: Soprano Misha Penton as Klytemnestra, the Original Subversive Female Photo by Kerry Beyer; Creative Direction by Misha Penton; Skin art inspired by Ashley Hope

Concerto in Eight Courses: A Choreographed Celebration of Music, Food and Wine

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Concerto in Eight Courses: A Choreographed Celebration of Music, Food and Wine

06-10-2012 - 06-10-2012

Mercury (formery Mercury Baroque)

http://www.mercurybaroque.org

Admission: $220 per person plus tax and gratuity* Limited seating For reservations or additional information, call 7135279090 or visit trinitirestaurantcom *40 percent of all ticket sales will benefit Mercury by supporting the orchestra’s concerts and vital music education programs

713-533-0080 or 7135279090

info@mercurybaroque.org

http://trinitirestaurant.com/

Start Time(s): Reception 6 PM Dinner 7 PM

Mercury presents Concerto in Eight Courses: A Choreographed Celebration of Music, Food and Wine In the first-ever collaboration of its kind, Mercury’s 15-musician orchestra ensemble, under the direction of Maestro Antoine Plante (pictured), will perform perfectly-paired music choreographed to an eight-course dinner and wine tasting menu created by Triniti Executive Chef Ryan Hildebrand The dinner, which takes place at the restaurant on Sunday evening, June 10, 2012 at 6:00 pm, promises to be a feast for all senses “It’s interesting and also challenging,” says Plante, who has met with Hildebrand to taste menu items and discuss various attributes of each dish as it relates to music “The task is to select musical pieces that will address the nuances of each dish, whether it calls for contrasting themes to address different flavors, something with weight and drama for a heartier dish, or a slow lyrical melody for something sweet If the course is crisp and clean, the music will reflect that too” Each musical piece will evoke a particular vision, mood and/or feel specific to that menu item According to Plante, the audience should expect to hear selections from Handel, Vivaldi and others “What I am envisioning, and hoping will happen, is that everyone will let loose and have fun,” says Hildebrand “It will be Triniti and Mercury, finding inspiration in a craft other than our own” Hildebrand says he’s looking forward to Triniti’s chefs working in tandem with Mercury’s musicians in executing an unforgettably exquisite dinner The duo plans to collaborate on similar events to introduce each new seasonal menu Dinner is $220 per person, plus tax and gratuity Forty percent of all ticket sales will benefit Mercury by supporting the orchestra’s concerts and vital music education programs Seating is limited For reservations or additional information, call 7135279090 or visit trinitirestaurantcom For more information about Triniti, visit wwwtrinitirestaurantcom or follow Triniti Restaurant on facebook at wwwfacebookcom/trinitirestaurant or twitter at wwwtwittercom/trinitihouston For more information about Mercury, the orchestra redefined, visit wwwmercurybaroqueorg or follow Mercury at wwwfacebookcom/mercurybaroque or twitter at wwwtwittercom/mercurybaroque

The Cave Singers

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Cave Singers

06-10-2012 - 06-10-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $800

7135339525

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Start Time(s): Call for times

Continental Club presents The Cave Singers The Cave Singers spend a good deal of time beyond the darkened edges of Seattle, in the mist and mystic, among the wolves and redwoods And their songs, at least on record, have always been like beautiful, faded grayscale photos of this hinterland Their music is folk for a rainy day: surprising, yet cozy, sparse, yet harmonious, pleasing yet torturous Rising from the ashes of Pretty Girls Make Graves after its disbandment in 2007, former PGMG-member Derek Fudesco teamed up with Pete Quirk (of Hint Hint) and Marty Lund (of Cobra High) and began playing in the Seattle area Soon after the band’s conception, The Cave Singers signed with Matador Records

LMFAO and the Party Rock Crew: Sorry for Party Rocking Tour

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

LMFAO and the Party Rock Crew: Sorry for Party Rocking Tour

06-12-2012 - 06-12-2012

Toyota Center

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/

Toyota Center - 1510 Polk Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Ticket Prices: $65, $55 and $35

1-866-4HOUTIX (866-446-8849)

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/events/event_1246.php

Start Time(s): Date: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 Time: 7:00 PM Doors Open: 6:00 PM

Toyota Center presents LMFAO and the Party Rock Crew: Sorry for Party Rocking Tour Toyota Center is excited to welcome LMFAO to Houston on Tuesday, June 12! Special Guests Far East Movement, The Quest Crew, Sidney Samson, Eva Simmons and Natalia Kills They shared the stage with Madonna at the Bridgestone Super Bowl halftime show, now LMFAO is ready to take their party rock anthems on the road as Redfoo and Cherrytree Present: Sorry for Party Rocking Tour featuring LMFAO and the Party Rock Crew LMFAO’s sophomore album Sorry For Party Rocking was recently certified gold and quickly approaching platinum The album has produced two #1 singles, “Party Rock Anthem” and “Sexy And I Know It,” while the third single “Sorry For Party Rocking” is climbing the Top 40 radio charts Don’t miss your chance to see LMFAO perform live at Toyota Center this June!

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Young Persons Concert

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Young Persons Concert

06-12-2012 - 06-12-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free event

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 11:00am

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents the Young Persons’ Concert in Festival Concert Hall, Tuesday, June12 at 11:00am SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Francis Poulenc The Story of Babar, the little elephant (orchd by Jean Francaix) Benjamin Britten The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra FEATURING: Texas Festival Orchestra Emilio Colón, conductor James VanDemark, narrator READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

MOJOFROMOPOLIS

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

MOJOFROMOPOLIS

06-12-2012 - 06-12-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Shakespeare Pub presents MOJOFROMOPOLIS MOJOFROMOPOLIS is a local Houston Blues group spawned from local Blues Jams through-out the Houston area It's band members consist of Dennis Clapp on guitar and vocals aka/ APPLEHEAD (no joke) Eric Parker on the other guitar and vocals aka/ Sparky (SSSPARRRKAY!) Robert Taylor on the harmonica and vocals aka/ Shamone (huh?) Barry Feldt on the drums (huh?) and then the king of HUH??Larry Evans on bass and vocals aka The Grand Pooh Bar! They have been playing together over the years at local Blues jams, which evidently created a good friendship between the players Watching them play and joke around with one another, draws you into the show and makes the audience a part of itsometimes with no choicevictim of circumstances, I guess The boyz are working towards more live performances especially at everybody's favorite Blues club!

Real Life-Real Music: Bayou Roux

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Real Life-Real Music: Bayou Roux

06-12-2012 - 06-12-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $15 cover

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:00pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Real Life - Real Music with Bayou Roux the Cajun rock band Join BR as they play and talk with host, Kyle Hutton, for this recorded-for-radio event Bayou Roux has blended years of diverse musical backgrounds into a unique sound that they like to call the “Cajun Commotion™” Founded in Houston, Texas in 1992 by Keith Dupuis, Mike Bourgeois and Ted Lee, all three from the Lafayette, LA area, Bayou Roux has grown from what they call a “goofy little garage band that came out of nowhere” into one of the most recognizable, good-time party bands on the US Gulf Coast Keith Dupuis is an eclectic mix of Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith and classic Louisiana accordion legends such as Iry LeJeune, Lawrence Walker and Clifton Chenier Ted Lee is a baby-boomer bassist brought up on groups like The Beatles, Deep Purple, Steely Dan and Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers Mike Bourgeois is a former drum corps and USAF military drummer, influenced by the rhythms of Van Halen, Rush, Country and sophisticated Jazz Ken Reynolds, a true guitar virtuoso who joined the group shortly after its inception, has played it all from Cajun to Country, Rhythm & Blues to Rock and Jazz Dwayne Boehnemann, the newbie of the group, is a honky tonk style keyboardist who has country in his veins having grown up on a farm tractor tuned in to Floyd Cramer, Boots Randolph, Johnny Cash and Merle Haggard What a recipe What a sound Fans have found that a pinch of rock, a scoop of county and a heapin’ helpin’ of down-home Cajun/Zydeco heritage heated to the boiling point makes for a musical experience like no other Real Life - Real Music makes it's home at Dosey Doe in the Woodlands, Texas select Tuesday nights throughout the year Every show is recorded and rebroadcast throughout the Real Life syndicated network of radio stations

Met Summer Encore: Anna Bolena

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Met Summer Encore: Anna Bolena

06-13-2012 - 06-13-2012

Fathom/National CineMedia

http://www.fathomevents.com/

Various locations around Houston - Houston TX 77003

Admission: Prices may vary by location Check theaters above for ticket prices

See theater list above

http://www.fathomevents.com/performingarts/event/annabolena2012.aspx?d=6/13/2012

Start Time(s): Wednesday, June 13, 2012 (6:30 PM local time) Expected Running Time: 3 hours and 10 minutes

This summer, enjoy select encore performances from the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series The Met: Live in HD The presentations will occur on Wednesdays throughout the summer months beginning in June Don’t miss this opportunity to experience these exciting performances, captured live from the stage of the Met Featured performances: Donizetti’s Anna Bolena – Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Rossini’s Le Comte Ory – Wednesday, June 20, 2012 Mozart’s Don Giovanni – Wednesday, June 27, 2012 Offenbach’s Les Contes d’Hoffmann – Wednesday, July 11, 2012 Donizetti’s Lucia Di Lammermoor – Wednesday, July 18, 2012 Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier – Wednesday, July 25, 2012 Fathom/National CineMedia and the Metropolitan Opera present Met Summer Encore: Anna Bolena An encore performance of Donizetti’s Anna Bolena will be shown in select theatres on Wednesday, June 13, 2012, at 6:30 PM (and at 1:00 PM in select locations) in all time zones Anna Netrebko opened the Met’s 2011-12 season with her portrayal of the ill-fated queen driven insane by her unfaithful king, singing one of opera's greatest mad scenes David McVicar’s Met premiere production also stars Ekaterina Gubanova as her rival, Jane Seymour, and Ildar Abdrazakov as Henry VIII Marco Armiliato conducts Production: David McVicar Conductor: Marco Armiliato Cast: Anna Netrebko, Ekaterina Gubanova, Tamara Mumford, Stephen Costello, Ildar Abdrazakov Houston Area Theaters for this event: Houston Marq*E Stadium 22 plus IMAX 7620 KATY FWY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-263-7843 Memorial City Mall 310 MEMORIAL CITY WAY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-467-9749 Cy-Fair Town Center 25720 NW FREEWAY CYPRESS, TX 77429 281-256-7652 Cinemark 18 Webster 20915 GULF FWY WEBSTER, TX 77598 281-332-0951 Cinemark at Market Street 9595 SIX PINES DR STE 8200 SPRING, TX 77380 281-419-9639 Cinemark 19 1030 N GRAND PKWY KATY, TX 77449 281-371-6008 Tinseltown Movies 17 1600 LAKE ROBBINS DR THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380 281-362-4340

Caifanes

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Caifanes

06-13-2012 - 06-13-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $5950 - General Admission $6500 - General Admission Day of Show $8500 - Upper Balcony $9500 - Lower Balcony Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74344

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM

House of Blues presents Caifanes Caifanes is a Spanish-language rock (Rock en Español) band from Mexico City formed in 1987 They achieved fame throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s The original lineup consisted of Saúl Hernández (vocals & guitar), Sabo Romo (bass guitar), Alfonso André (drums) and Diego Herrera (keyboards and saxophone) Argentine guitarist Alejandro Marcovich joined in 1989 Caifanes’ style can be described as a hybrid of British new wave, proggressive rock, and Latin percussion underscored by deep, somber, and Latin American-Mexican-Spanish influenced lyrics and the vocal style of Saúl Hernández Members of Caifanes have cited King Crimson as a major influence

James Reese Band

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

James Reese Band

06-13-2012 - 06-13-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Shakespeare Pub presents James Reese Band James Reese might be the best guitar player in Texas that you've never heard of He has been playing in Houston for a number of years now, and those that have heard him know that he is more than just the real deal He blows people away with his creativity and mastery of his instrument And now he has a stellar band backing him as well Richard Cholaikian (drums) has been on the Houston music scene for years and just returned from a European tour Frank Zweback (bass) is also a member of other popular groups: skyblue27, DRUM and Zwee And Randy Wall has played keys with almost everyone in town

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Gregory Fulkerson, violin - Master Class

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Gregory Fulkerson, violin - Master Class

06-13-2012 - 06-13-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Gregory Fulkerson, violin (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Wednesday, June 13 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals Gregory Fulkerson rose to prominence as a major exponent of American contemporary music, taking the first prize in the International American Music Competition sponsored by the Rockefeller Foundation and the Kennedy Center (now sponsored by Carnegie Hall) As a result of that victory, Fulkerson began a very active performing career that included debuts in New York, London, Paris, Rome, and Brussels He has performed more than 30 concerti with orchestra, including the world premieres of the John Becker Concerto with the Chattanooga Symphony, the Roy Harris Concerto with the North Carolina Symphony, and the Richard Wernick Concerto with Riccardo Muti conductiong the Philadelphia Orchestra He performed the title role in the 1992 revival of the Philip Glass opera, Einstein on the Beach, for a total of 48 performances on four continents, and later recorded the work for Nonesuch About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Charlie Robison

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Charlie Robison

06-14-2012 - 06-14-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $22-$25 Cover

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30 pm

The Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Charlie Robison Throughout his career, Charlie Robison has forged his own path within the country music world as well as the Lone Star music scene and popular music at large He grew up in the small scenic town of Bandera in the Texas Hill country — known as “The Cowboy Capital of the World” — where his family has ranched the land for eight generations Music wasn’t just a staple around the Robison household; from even before he could walk, Charlie would spend Saturday nights with his parents at The Cabaret, the local C&W dancehall in downtown Bandera But the fare playing in the family home ran the gamut from rock’n’roll to singer-songwriters and much more So it should come as no surprise that Charlie, his brother Bruce and sister Robyn Ludwyck all enjoy respected and critically acclaimed music careers as singers, songwriters and recording and performing artists

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Brett Deubner, viola - Master Class

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Brett Deubner, viola - Master Class

06-14-2012 - 06-14-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Brett Deubner, viola (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Thursday, June 14 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals Brett Deubner, one of this generation’s most accomplished violists, has inspired worldwide critical acclaim for his powerful intensity and sumptuous tone He has performed across the United States, in nine countries on four continents As an experienced soloist, chamber music collaborator and educator, Brett Deubner has made a lasting impression on musical life the world over About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

KFlay (in the Bronze Peacock)

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

KFlay (in the Bronze Peacock)

06-14-2012 - 06-14-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1000 - Advance- GA/ Standing Room $1200 - Day of Show- GA/ Standing Room Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74789

Start Time(s): Doors: 08:30 PM Show: 09:00 PM

House of Blues presents KFlay You may not expect one of the most compelling new voices in hip hop to wield dual psychology and sociology degrees from Stanford University or find inspiration in the buttoned-up world of indie rock, but for KFlay, defying expectations is simply part of the game Kristine Flaherty grew up outside of Chicago, devouring her father’s classic rock records and staying up late dancing to Parliament-Funkadelic in the living room It was this same musical open-mindedness that would later spark her artistic development She found her musical voice in college, fusing the eclectic power of the Bay Area hip hop scene with her own unique presence, inspired by strong, independent female artists ranging from Missy Elliott and Lauryn Hill to Fiona Apple and Liz Phair On stage, KFlay is a one-woman whirlwind: whether she's creating beats, singing, rapping or playing guitar, her wit and acerbic charm shine through Her talents have led her to share the stage with artists including Snoop Dogg, Ludacris, and 3OH!3, where she quickly won over audiences who hadn't seen anything quite like her before Further setting her apart from the pack, she serves as her own producer in the studio, methodically infusing her hip hop swagger with a dose of sonic exploration

RAW Houston: SOLSTICE

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

RAW Houston: SOLSTICE

06-14-2012 - 06-14-2012

RAW: natural born artists

http://www.RAWartists.org/houston/solstice

Numbers Nightclub - 300 Wetheimer Houston TX 77006

Admission: $10 pre-sale/$15 at the door

512-200-2819

meghanhouston@RAWartists.org

http://www.RAWartists.org/houston/solstice

Start Time(s): 8 pm - 2 am

RAW Houston presents SOLSTICE, 8 pm - 2 am, Thursday, June 14 at Numbers What is RAW? RAW:natural born artists is an independent arts organization that hand-selects and spotlights independent creatives in visual art, film, fashion, music, hair & makeup artistry, photography, models and performing art RAW's mission is to provide up-and-coming artists of all creative realms with the tools, resources and exposure needed to inspire and cultivate creativity so that they might be seen, heard and loved RAW educates, connects and exposes emerging artists in 22 artistic communities nationwide through monthly showcase events Join us in celebrating the work of these artists What Can I Expect? RAW events are multi-faceted artistic showcases Each event features a film screening, musical performance, fashion show, art gallery, performance art and a featured hairstylist and makeup artist These artists are all local, hand-picked talent who have been chosen to feature at RAW RAW events feature a cash bar for cocktails while you enjoy the night Dress code is cocktail attire, so dress the occasion and get ready for an artistic circus of creativity!

Ian Moore

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Ian Moore

06-15-2012 - 06-15-2012

McGonigel's Mucky Duck

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 2425 Norfolk Houston TX 77098

Admission: Advance Tickets: $2000 Ticket price at the door: $2200

(713) 528-5999

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

Start Time(s): TWO SHOWS: 7:00PM & 9:30PM

McGonigel's Mucky Duck presents Ian Moore TWO SHOWS! Through a two-decade career that’s seen the singer/guitarist go from cutting his teeth with Joe Ely to forging his own Texas guitar-slinger persona, Moore has welcomed a sustained evolution The new disc cements this journey with some of the most melodically masterful songwriting sparkle he’s ever crafted and musicianship equally as articulate

Pure Prairie League

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Pure Prairie League

06-15-2012 - 06-15-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $118 / $98 / $78 Price Includes: Salad, Choice of Entrée, Dessert, Soft Beverage

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm (Dinner preceeds show Call for times)

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Pure Prairie League Pure Prairie League, sometimes abbreviated PPL, is an American country-rock band whose roots began between 1964 and 1969 in Waverly, Ohio, with Craig Fuller, George Powell, Tom McGrail, and Robin Suskind In 1970 McGrail named the band after a 19th century temperance union mentioned in the 1939 film Dodge City The band has had a long run, active from the 1970s through the late 1980s and was revived in the late 1990s for a time, then again in 2004 On February 10, 2012 at The Syndicate in Newport, Kentucky, Fuller and George Ed Powell (a frequent guest at their Ohio shows in recent years) took to the stage to join the current PPL lineup of John David Call, Mike Reilly, Rick Schell and Donnie Lee Clark

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Chris Ruest Band (with Kaz Kazanoff)

06-15-2012 - 06-15-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:30pm

Shakespeare Pub presents Chris Ruest Band (with Kaz Kazanoff) Chris Ruest belongs to the impressive class of serious Texas blues guitarists in their thirties, a group that includes Johnny Moeller, Shawn Pittman, and Nick Curran While the others may have wider name recognition, Ruest has quietly built a reputation of excellence that is spreading beyond his Austin home base A veteran with nearly two decades’ experience on the bandstand, Ruest’s passion for classic blues (jump, Chicago, and Gulf Coast) and roots rock forms comes through in an original voice that combines immediacy and authenticity Dead-on songwriting and savvy selection of covers provide a platform for his unaffected, honest vocals and tough guitar The Connecticut native’s interest in guitar was encouraged by his father and his uncle, jazz musician Louis Mastrobattisto Ruest began taking lessons at 15, hoping, rather typically, to emulate blues-based rock guitarists Duane Allman, Eric Clapton, and Jimmy Page, but soon discovered the artists who inspired them After a brief stay in Austin, where he held down a night at the storied Joe’s Generic Bar, Ruest moved to Dallas at the suggestion of Brian “Hash Brown” Calway, another transplanted Northeasterner who is at the heart of the Dallas-Ft Worth blues scene Ruest credits his occasional gigs with Hash Brown as important steps in his development – “He taught Johnny and Jay Moeller and Paul Size and Shawn Pittman - all those guys came through him, and Nick Curran played with him for a while, and Elliot Sowell - some of the best guys came through his band” – and gained valuable experience backing singers Robin Banks and Wanda King (Freddie King’s daughter)

Papa Grows Funk

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Papa Grows Funk

06-15-2012 - 06-15-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Call for information

(713) 529-9899 or 7135339525

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Start Time(s): 10pm

Continental Club presents Papa Grows Funk "…one of THE best, one of THE hottest and most important funky bands in New Orleans, we couldn't be prouder" -Quint Davis, producer of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Step into New Orleans' Maple Leaf Bar on a Monday night and through the smoky atmosphere emerges Papa Grows Funk There are no playlists, no rehearsals; the only constant is the free and easy spirit of the Crescent City Papa Grows Funk embodies the soul of New Orleans—fun, funky, unpredictable and energetic From sultry summer nights, to Mardi Gras revelry, to the heart pounding Jazz Fest weekends, New Orleans follows PGF whether it is at their regular gig at the Maple Leaf Bar or Club Quattro in Tokyo, Japan What started as an all-star jam session eight and a half year ago on a Monday night at the Old Point Bar on Algiers Point has blossomed into one of New Orleans' most successful funk bands In 2001, the Monday night residency moved Uptown to the Maple Leaf Bar, where it has continued to this day Without the help of a record label or distribution deal, the group has sold an impressive 30,000 combined copies of their four albums Over the years, the band has accumulated a huge fan base through extensive touring averaging about 100 shows per year and producing fresh, original music Papa Grows Funk's all-star lineup features New Orleans' finest musicians and funkiest characters, all of whom have deep roots in New Orleans music Anchored around the slinky Hammond B3 grooves of band leader John Gros (George Porter, Jr and Runnin' Pardners) is internationally renowned June Yamagishi (Wild Magnolias) on guitar, Marc Pero (Smilin’ Myron) on bass, Jason Mingledorff (Galactic) on saxophone and Jeffery “Jellybean” Alexander (Jon Cleary), who replaced Russell Batiste, Jr in 2005, on drums Influenced by Dr John, the Meters and the Neville Brothers, Papa Grows Funk are the guardians of New Orleans funk PGF continually stretches the bounds of New Orleans music, turning ears and shaking hips wherever they perform Photo by Rick Oliver

Summer Music Camp and Recital

Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Summer Music Camp and Recital

06-04-2012 - 06-15-2012

Virtuosi of Houston

http://www.virtuosiofhouston.org/

Admission: Recital is Free Pricing for Music Camp can be found at http://wwwvirtuosiofhoustonorg/

713-807-0888

http://www.virtuosiofhouston.org/

Start Time(s): Summer Music Camp: 2-6 pm June 4-15 Recital: Friday, June 15, 4-6pm

Virtuosi of Houston debuted an educational program three years ago to provide string instrumentalists with quality chamber music training, and increase performance levels and opportunities This summer workshop includes repertoire classes in small ensemble chamber music, master classes and technique classes Enrichment classes include Solfeggio sight singing, Alexander Technique, Deportment, and, new this year, Dalcroze Eurhythmics The summer music camp is unique because each small ensemble receives personalized instruction with several different acclaimed professional musicians, rehearses a varied repertoire, and performs daily Guest performers come from such esteemed arts organizations as the Houston Symphony, the Houston Grand Opera and the Houston Ballet Music Faculty: Ivo Van Der Werff, Nicholas Leh Baker, Quan Jiang, Barret Sills Youth attending the music camp will celebrate their musical achievements in a recital open to the public June 15, 2012 A reception will follow the performance Summer Music Camp: June 4-15, 2-6 pm Recital: Friday, June 15, 4-6 pm

93Q's Day in the Country

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

93Q's Day in the Country

06-16-2012 - 06-16-2012

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

http://www.woodlandscenter.org/

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 2005 Lake Robbins Drive Spring TX 77380

Admission:

US $1600 - US $4950 (NOTE: Ticket prices go up $5 on the day of the event)

(713) 629-3700 or 281-363-3300

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004877B433BF43?artistid=876505&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=2

Start Time(s): Gates: 1:30 pm

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presents 93Q's Day in the Country Concert gates open at 1:30PM Scheduled to appear: Side Stage Lunabelles, Thomas Rhett, Jana Kramer Main Stage: Chris Cagle, Lost Trailers, Wade Bowen, Ronnie Dunn, Dierks Bentley

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Free Radicals CD Release Party (upstairs)

06-16-2012 - 06-16-2012

Fitzgerald's

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Fitzgerald's - 2706 White Oak Dr Houston TX 77007

Admission: General Admission $600 Day Of: $800 Box Office: $1000

(713) 862-3838

fitz@fitzlivemusic.com

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00 PM

Fitzgerald's presents Free Radicals CD Release Party With Samba Soul Plus Soular Grooves CollectiveAlso featuring: members of Havikoro and members of HISD Celebrate the release of the 4th Free Radicals CD The Freedom Fence Free Radicals is an American jazz, funk, hip-hop, avant-garde, ska, reggae, African music, Indian music, punk, klezmer, polka and latin jazz group based in Houston, Texas Drummer Nick Cooper founded the group in 1996, with a goal of specializing in improvised music In 2000, The New Yorker wrote "The horn-heavy, continually evolving collective Free Radicals produces a wildly eclectic fusion that has as many influences as there are items in the Houston, Texas, pawnshop in which they honed their sound during all-night jam sessions" In 2010, Dawn (newspaper) wrote that the artwork and message about underwater oil-leaks, oil-wars, and bank-crashes on the band's first CD was like a "premonition waiting to become true" Free Radicals' live band includes six or seven members On recordings Free Radicals invites a group of 50 or more musicians and vocalists into the studio Free Radicals performs many concerts, marches and fund-raisers for anti-authoritarian and radical groups like food not bombs, peace festivals, and charities events including a continuous 24-hour concert in November 1999 to raise money for Kid Care, a health program for children They have protested against Halliburton, and participated in marches for immigrants' rights and for a Houston janitor's union

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - Texas Music Festival Orchestra Series: International Tour

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - Texas Music Festival Orchestra Series: International Tour

06-16-2012 - 06-16-2012

University of Houston - Moores School of Music

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/index.html

University of Houston - Moores Opera House - 3800 Cullen Blvd Houston TX 77204-0001

713-743-3313

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/season/tickets.html

Start Time(s): 7:30pm 6:30 pm, Jane Blaffer Owen Plaza, Moores School of Music, University of Houston Pre-concert performances and refreshments by local food trucks

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Chamber Music Concert

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Chamber Music Concert

06-16-2012 - 06-16-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $2000 Student $1000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents a Chamber Music Concert in Festival Concert Hall, Saturday, June 16 at 7:30pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Claude Debussy (1862-1918) Quartet for Strings in g, Op 10 (1892) Gregory Fulkerson, Espen Lilleslatten, violins; Brett Deubner, viola; Emilio Colón, cello Albert Roussel (1869-1937) Joueurs de Flute, Op 27 (1924) Ransom Wilson, (pictured above, photo courtesy of Harold Shapiro) flute; *Thomas Steigerwald, piano Claude Debussy Various transcriptions for percussion ensembles Percussion Ensemble READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Summer Symphony Nights: Beethoven's Seventh Symphony

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Summer Symphony Nights: Beethoven's Seventh Symphony

06-16-2012 - 06-16-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

(281) FREE-FUN (373-3386)

http://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

The Houston Symphony, and Miller Outdoor Theatre present Summer Symphony Nights: A Star Spangled Salute For more than 60 years, the Houston Symphony has brought the thrill of live performances to patrons at Miller Outdoor Theatre Admission is free for these concerts, but tickets are required for the seated area Hear the world’s greatest classical music under the stars on June 15, 16, 22, and 23 Beethoven's Seventh Symphony Saturday, June 16, 8:30 pm R Strauss: Don Juan Ravel: Piano Concerto in G major Beethoven: Symphony No 7 Artists: Robert Franz, conductor Xiayin Wang, piano Photo courtesy of Alberto Rojas, 2011 OH SNAP! contest winner (detail above, full image below) CLICK HERE to learn more about OH SNAP! Houston Symphony Summer Symphony Nights Photo Contest, which gives our patrons an opportunity to share their photographic talent with us through photographing elements of our Miller Outdoor Theatre concerts in the month of June

Mixteco Ballet Folklorico 20th Anniversary Fiesta Folklorica

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Mixteco Ballet Folklorico 20th Anniversary Fiesta Folklorica

06-16-2012 - 06-16-2012

Mixteco Ballet Folklorico

http://www.mixtecobf.net

Hobby Center - Zilkha Hall - 800 Bagby Houston TX 77002

Admission: For ticket information, please visit wwwmixtecobfnet or wwwthehobbycenterorg Tickets start at $16, $22 & 30

713-315-2525

mixtecobf@yahoo.com

http://www.thehobbycenter.org

Start Time(s): 7:00 pm

The Colombian Folkloric Ballet presents: Mixteco Ballet Folklorico – 20th Anniversary Fiesta Folklorica Come, celebrate the magic of Mexico's folklore and the elegance of Spanish flamenco Feel the Latin rhythms of Colombia and Cuba, as we pay homage to Mexican cinema of the 40's Saturday, June 16, at the Hobby Center, 7 pm Fiesta Folklorica, presented by the renowned Mixteco Ballet Folklorico, celebrates 20 years of dance Take a tour of Mexico and beyond as some of Houston's most talented performers take the stage Witness some of Mexico's most beautiful traditions through dance and music Mixteco will present some of the most popular regions and indigenous dances south of the border Fiesta Folklorica will also include other Latin American countries such as Cuba and Colombia as well as the beautiful art form know as flamenco from Spain Guest performers will include Lucia and Valdemar, the Colombian Folkloric Ballet, and mariachi Los Gallitos Come celebrate with us and enjoy the show!

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Orchestra Concert

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Orchestra Concert

06-16-2012 - 06-16-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $2500 Student $1500

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 3:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents an Orchestra Concert in Festival Concert Hall, Saturday, June 16 at 3:30pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Joseph Haydn Symphony No 104, “London” WA Mozart Sinfonia Concertante for Winds K 297b L van Beethoven Symphony No 5 FEATURING: Texas Festival Orchestra Pedro Carneiro, (pictured above) conductor Rebecca Henderson, oboe; Kenneth Grant, clarinet; Benjamin Kamins, bassoon; Michelle Baker, horn READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Carte Blanche to Gregory Fulkerson: Great Works for solo violin

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Carte Blanche to Gregory Fulkerson: Great Works for solo violin

06-16-2012 - 06-16-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $2000 Student $1000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents the Carte Blanche to Gregory Fulkerson: Great Works for solo violin in Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Saturday, June 16 at 1:30pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: JS Bach Sonata in g, BWV 1001 Bela Bartok Sonata for violin solo Elliott Carter Four Lauds FEATURING: Gregory Fulkerson, (pictured) violin READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Souled Out Motown and More

Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Souled Out Motown and More

06-16-2012 - 06-16-2012

Lee College

http://www.lee.edu

Lee College Performing Arts Center - 805 West Texas Avenue Baytown TX 77520

Admission: $35 - $65 To purchase tickets for the show, contact the Lee College Box Office at 2814256255 or order online at wwwticketscom, keyword search “Souled Out Motown and More”

281-425-6255

svernon@lee.edu

http://www.tickets.com

Start Time(s): 8 pm

From The Temptations to Smokey Robinson, the sweet sound of soul will fill the air when Lee College welcomes the musical ensemble Souled Out Motown and More to the Performing Arts Center June 16 Now in its 15th year, the 10-piece ensemble will perform authentic choreographed renditions of more than 25 musical favorites including “My Girl,” “Sign, Sealed, Delivered,” and “Twisting the Night Away” with the same panache and spirit as their Motown and soul predecessors Souled Out is enthusiastically lead by three dynamic performers whose vocals are unmatched! The seasoned R&B singers perform (complete with the dead-on vocals and smooth choreography) with the same panache and spirit as their Motown and Soul predecessors, backed by the Northeast renowned Souled Out Orchestra Fueled by a love and appreciation for the music of Motown and Soul, the seven-piece Souled Out Orchestra specializes in the great Soul sound Souled Out Motown and More will perform at 8 pm Saturday, June 16 The concert is underwritten by Community Resource Credit Union Reserved tickets range from $35 to $65 and are now on sale To purchase tickets for the show, contact the Lee College Box Office at 2814256255 or order online at wwwticketscom, keyword search “Souled Out Motown and More” To preview the concert, visit wwwsouledoutgroupcom

2012 Texas Music Festival: Classical Minds Guitar Institute & Competition

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Texas Music Festival: Classical Minds Guitar Institute & Competition

06-12-2012 - 06-17-2012

University of Houston - Moores School of Music

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/tmfinstitutes/guitar.html

University of Houston - Moores School of Music - 3800 Cullen Blvd 120 School of Music Building Houston TX 77204-4017

Admission: Guitar Festival Recitals: tickets are $10 for students/seniors and $15 for general admission Guitar Festival Master Classes/Lectures: admission is FREE Guitar Festival Competition Finals: tickets are $5 per person

713-743-3313

valeriehartzell@yahoo.com

http://tmf.tix.com/Schedule.asp?OrganizationNumber=3702

Start Time(s): See details above

University of Houston, Moores School of Music and the Immanuel and Helen Olshen TEXAS MUSIC FESTIVAL present the 2012 Texas Music Festival: Classical Minds Guitar Institute & Competition, June 12 – 17, 2012 Valerie Hartzell, Director, Jordan Taylor, Coordinator, Eric Gracia, assistant director The Institute and Competition is open to all ages & levels and is held at the Moores School of Music, University of Houston Featuring Private lessons, Guitar Orchestra Classes, Technique Class, Master classes, Lectures, Kinder Middle School Program (13 & under) and a Festival Faculty Artist Concert Series The goal of this classical guitar festival is to increase each student's sight-reading abilities, gain ensemble experience through the Guitar Orchestra Class and of course, reach individual goals through the private lessons and/or master classes Featuring Faculty Artists: Valerie Hartzell, Randall Avers, Benoit Albert, Duo46 (Matt Gould & Beth Schneider), Lynn McGrath, Andrea Cannon, Edel Muñoz, Michael Nicolella, Frank Wallace, Eric Gracia "Classical Minds” Guitar Festival Schedule: Tuesday, June 12, 2012, 3:30 pm, Room 160 (FREE) MASTER CLASS: Matt Gould Tuesday, June 12, 2012, 7:30 pm, Dudley Recital Hall RECITAL: Lynn McGrath & Frank Wallace Wednesday, June 13, 2012, 3 pm, Room 160 (FREE) MASTER CLASS: Benoit Albert Wednesday, June 13, 2012, 6 pm, Room 160 (FREE) RECITAL: Student participants perform works for solo guitar Thursday, June 14, 2012,11:30 am, Dudley Recital Hall (FREE) LECTURE: Frank Wallace Thursday, June 14, 2012, 3:30 pm, Room 160 (FREE) MASTER CLASS: Randall Avers Friday, June 15, 2012, 3 pm, Room 160 (FREE) LECTURE: Andrea Cannon Friday, June 15, 2012, 7:30 pm, Dudley Recital Hall RECITAL: Michael Nicolella & Duo46 Saturday, June 16, 2012, 3:45 pm, Room 185 (FREE) LECTURE: Michael Nicolella Saturday, June 16, 2012, 7:30 pm, Dudley Recital Hall RECITAL: Edel Muñoz & Les Freres Meduse Sunday, June 17, 2012, 1 pm, Dudley Recital Hall RECITAL: Small Ensembles & Guitar Orchestra Sunday, June 17, 2012, 2 pm, Dudley Recital Hall (Tickets are $5/per person) Competition Finals (Junior, High School & Undergrad division finalists) For tuition information, please download the application found on the festival web site Email: valeriehartzell@yahoocom

Always, Patsy Cline

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Always, Patsy Cline

06-07-2012 - 06-17-2012

Shoot to Kill Productions

http://www.shoottokillproductions.com/PATSY_CLINE.html

Crighton Theatre - 234 Main Street Conroe TX 77301

Admission: Thursday June 7 $1200* All other performances: $22-$27 *note: June 7 is a special price for final dress rehearsal

936-441-7469

info@crighton-theatre.com

http://www.crightontheatre.org/Calendar.htm

Start Time(s): JUNE 7-10 2012 JUNE 15-17 2012 8:00 PM Thursday, June 7* 8:00 PM Friday 2 & 8PM Saturday 3:00 PM Sunday *note: June 7 is a special price for final dress rehearsal

Shoot to Kill Productions brings the classic Always, Patsy Cline to life! The show is based on a true story about Cline's friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger She befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk in 1961 and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death The play, complete with down home country humor, true emotion and even some audience participation, includes many of Patsy's unforgettable hits such as Crazy, I Fall to Pieces, Sweet Dreams and Waking After Midnight27 songs in all The show's title was inspired by Cline's letters to Louise Seger, which were consistently signed "Love ALWAYS Patsy Cline" Starring Mary-Allen Keating as Patsy Cline The role of Louise will be played by Carolyn Wong on June 9 (matinee), June 10 and 16th (evening) with LaStelle McVey performing Louise at the other 5 performances Call the Box Office at 936-441-7469 to see this show from June 7-17, 2012

Harp, Flute and Tea Recital

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Harp, Flute and Tea Recital

06-17-2012 - 06-17-2012

Clear Lake Presbyterian Church

http://www.clpc.org/

Clear Lake Presbyterian Church - 1511 El Dorado Blvd Houston TX 77062

Admission: This concert is free and open to the public Contact mendy@clpc for more info, or call 281-488-6731

281-488-6731

mendy@clpc

Start Time(s): Recital starts at 4:00pm A tea reception will follow in Philadelphia Hall

Please join Clear Lake Presbyterian Church for an afternoon Harp, Flute and Tea Recital on Father's Day, June 17th, 2012, in the sanctuary at 4:00PM CLPC's own harpist, Danielle Harmon, and guest flautist, Laura Salfen, from San Antonio, will perform works by Vaughn Williams, Hovhaness, Andres, Damase, Nielsen and Rota This is a 'touring' recital that has been performed in Dallas and Austin, and, following CLPC, will be given in San Antonio This concert is free and open to the public An offering will be taken, and funds collected will go to Family Promise A tea reception will follow in Philadelphia Hall Childcare will be provided For more info, please call 281-488-6731 or contact mendy@clpcorg For childcare reservations, please contact anne@clpcorg

Pamela Davis-Noland - BaduIzms: A Tribute to Erykah

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Pamela Davis-Noland - BaduIzms: A Tribute to Erykah

06-15-2012 - 06-17-2012

FrenetiCore

http://freneticore.net/

Frenetic Theater - 5102 Navigation Blvd Houston TX 77011

Admission: Cost: $15 For tickets visit wwwfreneticorenet or http://baduizmsthemusicaleventbritecom/

8324264624

http://freneticore.net/

Start Time(s): FRIDAY - June 15 7PM & 10PM SATURDAY - June 16 7PM & 10 PM SUNDAY - June 17 3PM & 7PM

FrenetiCore presents Pamela Davis-Noland's Badu–Izms: A Tribute to Erykah Best described as a music video on stage, Pamela Davis-Noland brings her Baduizms: A Tribute to Erykah featuring Houston performers to Frenetic Theater June 15-17 Writer/Producer, Pamela Davis-Noland has re-cast her New Orleans Fringe Festival hit stage play/tribute, Badu-Izms: A Tribute to Erykah with some of Houston’s finest entertainers that will grace the stage at Frenetic Theater, 5102 Navigation Blvd “Badu-izms is sexy, soulful, scrappy, and sincere -- slipping seamlessly through playful intimacy, honest wisdom, and the audacity of independence Weaving Erykah Badu's music, gorgeous voices, and clever mini-stories, this show sings! You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll find yourself calling out "Sing it, Sister", and you'll want to see it again!!” - New Orleans Fringe Festival Having collaborated with New Orleans Theater in the past, FrenetiCore chose to present Badu-Izms: A Tribute to Erykah as a sample of what can be seen at the 5th Annual Houston Fringe Festival this Summer For more information on FrenetiCore and the Houston Fringe Festival: http://wwwfreneticorenet/ Keen-Amity Publishing & Entertainment is a New-Orleans based publishing and entertainment Company boasting 10+ years of Writing and Producing Live Entertainment and Theater

Hear Ye! Hear Ye!

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Hear Ye! Hear Ye!

06-18-2012 - 06-18-2012

Houston Young Artist's Concert

http://milleroutdoortheatre.com/events/268/

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

Admission: This is a free event and open to the public Seating under the covered awning is available on a first come, first served basis Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome on the hill

(281) FREE-FUN (373-3386)

http://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com/

Start Time(s): 11:00AM

Miller Outdoor Theatre hosts two performances of Houston Young Artist's Concert showcase Hear Ye! Hear Ye! on Monday, June 18 and Wednesday, June 27 Both performances begin at 11AM Houston's most talented young artists perform on traditional and worldwide instruments in this awe-inspiring concert The mission of the Houston Young Artist's Concert (HYAC) is to showcase highly talented young classical musicians age 4 to 18 in a variety of venues throughout the city with the hope of fostering a greater appreciation for classical music in the Houston area

Mix 965 Hullaballoo Too (starring Gavin DeGraw & Andy Grammer)

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Mix 965 Hullaballoo Too (starring Gavin DeGraw & Andy Grammer)

06-18-2012 - 06-18-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $2500 - General Admission $3000 - General Admission Day of Show $3500 - Upper Balcony $4000 - Lower Balcony Ages: All

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74577

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM

House of Blues presents Mix 965 Hullaballoo Too starring Gavin DeGraw & Andy Grammer Beloved by fans for his blue-eyed soul vocals, freewheeling melodies, and earthy charm, singer, songwriter, and musician Gavin DeGraw has enjoyed success since breaking through in 2003 with his debut album, Chariot, which sold over a million copies, earned platinum certification, and yielded three hit singles: “I Don’t Want To Be,” “Follow Through,” and the title-track, “Chariot” On Gavin’s new album SWEETER, the New York native experimented with new sounds, thanks, in part, to collaborating with a host of top-notch producers he’d wanted to work with for a while, including fellow groove-minded piano player OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder (Beyoncé, Adele), Butch Walker (Weezer, Avril Lavigne), Eric Rosse (Sara Bareilles, Tori Amos), and Ron Aniello (Barenaked Ladies, Matt Nathanson) In 2011, Andy Grammer emerged as one of the biggest success stories in the music business He performed on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Live with Regis & Kelly, he shared the stage with Taylor Swift and Colbie Caillat, and he was the first male pop star since 2003 (Jason Mraz) to reach the Top 5 at Adult Pop Radio on his first single, “Keep Your Head Up”, which is now a certified Gold Record quickly approaching Platinum Known for his vibrant pop/rock/soul mix and free-flowing vocal delivery, the acclaimed singer, songwriter, and musician – who began as a street performer in Santa Monica, CA - is now poised to make 2012 another big year Every song that Grammer wrote on the album had one goal in mind: “I’m just trying to track down the truth,” says Grammer, who was born in Los Angeles and grew up in New York “My favorite thing is to pop up above everybody and write from a bird’s-eye view It may be about a break-up, it may be about a good relationship, it may be what we’re doing on this planet here I like to be far enough away to see the whole scope of what’s occurring” While much of his music is upbeat, Grammer is quick to add that he’s hardly “pink and fluffy” I’m not intentionally trying to be positive, I’m just trying to be real” Pictured above: Gavin DeGraw Pictured Below: Andy Grammer

Houston's Juneteenth Celebration (featuring Joe Sample)

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Houston's Juneteenth Celebration (featuring Joe Sample)

06-19-2012 - 06-19-2012

Houston Institute for Culture

http://milleroutdoortheatre.com/events/270/

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

(281) FREE-FUN (373-3386)

http://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com/

Start Time(s): 7 PM

It's Houston's Juneteenth Celebration! Houston Institute for Culture brings a stellar musical lineup to Miller Outdoor Theatre with their annual Juneteenth celebration on Tuesday, June 19 at 7pm Highlighting this year's musical performances is Houston's jazz legend Joe Sample (pictured) The event is free Houston's Juneteenth Celebration presents an exciting music lineup to celebrate Juneteenth, one of the region's most significant historic events, which commemorates the abolition of slavery in Texas Music fans will gather from across the region at Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston's largest public outdoor theatre, to hear performances by noted artists representing the rich African American musical traditions Juneteenth ("Emancipation Day"), with its roots in Galveston, Texas, is a historical observance growing in popularity across the Gulf Coast and the United States Juneteenth is honored in many of the same ways as July 4th - with family get-togethers, cookouts, religious gatherings, and live music The celebration began on June 19, 1865 when Major General Gordon Granger read General Order No 3 in Galveston, more than two months after the end of the Civil War, proclaiming "Slaves are free" Juneteenth spread to Houston, where it has been celebrated annually for nearly 150 years Houstonians are urged to strengthen the tradition of Juneteenth by coming to Hermann Park early on Tuesday, June 19, 2012 to celebrate with family, friends and coworkers The park features 445 wooded acres with picnic tables and grills, along with fountains, gardens, statues, playgrounds for children and educational facilities, such as the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Houston Zoo Miller Outdoor Theatre is located in Hermann Park at 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, Texas, 77030 Miller Outdoor Theatre is wheelchair accessible MetroRail serves Hermann Park Information can be found at wwwridemetroorg Concert-goers bringing cars are encouraged to carpool Houston's Juneteenth Celebration is produced by Houston Institute for Culture with support from the City of Houston through the Miller Theatre Advisory Board, National Endowment for the Arts, Texas Commission on the Arts and Aramark In 2008, Houston's Juneteenth Celebration was called the "Number 3 Hotspot in the Nation" by Smithsonian Magazine in an article about summer festival destinations The event is attended by people from coast to coast - from San Jose, California to Bangor, Maine Over the years, the event has featured many of the region's most notable traditional African American artists and music groups, including Leo Nocentelli (a founder of the Meters), David Batiste (of the Gladiators), Rebirth Brass Band, Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, Soul Rebels Brass Band, Nathan Williams and the Zydeco Cha Chas, Geno Delafose and French Rockin' Boogie, Keith Frank and the Soileau Zydeco Band, Glen David Andrews, Corey Ledet, Texas Johnny Brown, Diunna Greenleaf and Blue Mercy, IJ Gosey, Earl Gilliam, Sherman Robertson, Trudy Lynn and many more Facebook Invite: http://wwwfacebookcom/events/209080169197019/

The Cult (with Against Me! and The Icarus Line)

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Cult (with Against Me! and The Icarus Line)

06-19-2012 - 06-19-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $2750 - General Admission $3000 - General Admission Day of Show $3500 - Upper Balcony $4950 - Lower Balcony $4950 - Platinum Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74232

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM

House of Blues presents The Cult With Against Me! and The Icarus Line Born out of the ashes of the UK post-punk scene, The Cult evolved to become one of the most influential and controversial rock bands of the late 20th century, selling millions of albums, headlining arenas and stadiums around the world, infusing innovative possibilities into the worlds of music and art, and quickly ascending through the ranks of the indie music world to achieve global status As early as its first American tour in 1984, The Cult became one of the handful of important bands in the US post-modern and hard rock communities The band was embraced by the lost children of The Doors and Velvet Underground, and a generation that was waking up to the influence of 60s and 70s rock icons like Led Zeppelin, The New York Dolls and David Bowie Formed in Brixton, London in 1983 as Death Cult, The Cult's music transformed from punk rock to post-punk, psychedelia, heavy dance music, and transcendental hard rock As one journalist noted, "Using a few simple riffs and images, The Cult creates an entire environment, one more exciting and stimulating than our own" And that may just be what separates The Cult from other artists Imagery is all-important to vocalist/lyricist Ian Astbury, imagery in the music and in the art that accompanies the Cult's projects Astbury is attracted to words and the image that each word creates He is engaged by the power of nature, folklore, the concept of destiny, animal power symbols, the survival of the species, spirituality, and certainly the Native American myth and culture, a subject of many of The Cult's songs

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Espen Lilleslatten, violin - Master Class

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Espen Lilleslatten, violin - Master Class

06-19-2012 - 06-19-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Espen Lilleslatten, violin (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Tuesday, June 19 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals Espen Lilleslatten is currently Associate Professor of Violin at Louisiana State University, a position he took in 2009 He previously served for fifteen years as the concertmaster of the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra, a post to which he was appointed in 1994 About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Met Summer Encore: Le Comte Ory

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Met Summer Encore: Le Comte Ory

06-20-2012 - 06-20-2012

Fathom/National CineMedia

http://www.fathomevents.com/

Various locations around Houston - Houston TX 77003

Admission: Prices may vary by location Check theaters above for ticket prices

See theater list above

http://www.fathomevents.com/performingarts/event/lecomteory2012.aspx?d=6/20/2012

Start Time(s): Wednesday, June 20, 2012 (6:30 PM local time) Expected Running Time: 2 hours 25 minutes

This summer, enjoy select encore performances from the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series The Met: Live in HD The presentations will occur on Wednesdays throughout the summer months beginning in June Don’t miss this opportunity to experience these exciting performances, captured live from the stage of the Met Featured performances: Donizetti’s Anna Bolena – Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Rossini’s Le Comte Ory – Wednesday, June 20, 2012 Mozart’s Don Giovanni – Wednesday, June 27, 2012 Offenbach’s Les Contes d’Hoffmann – Wednesday, July 11, 2012 Donizetti’s Lucia Di Lammermoor – Wednesday, July 18, 2012 Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier – Wednesday, July 25, 2012 Fathom/National CineMedia and the Metropolitan Opera present Met Summer Encore: Le Comte Ory An encore performance of Rossini’s Le Comte Ory will be shown in select theatres on Wednesday, June, 20, 2012, at 6:30 PM (and at 1:00 PM in select locations) in all time zones Bel canto sensation Juan Diego Flórez sings the title role of this vocally dazzling comedy, in Bartlett Sher’s Met premiere production Joyce DiDonato stars in the trouser role of the page Isolier, who vies with Count Ory for the love of Countess Adèle, sung by Diana Damrau Production: Bartlett Sher Conductor: Maurizio Benini Cast: Diana Damrau, Joyce DiDonato, Susanne Resmark, Juan Diego Flórez, Stéphane Degout, Michele Pertusi Houston Area Theaters for this event: Houston Marq*E Stadium 22 plus IMAX 7620 KATY FWY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-263-7843 Memorial City Mall 310 MEMORIAL CITY WAY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-467-9749 Cy-Fair Town Center 25720 NW FREEWAY CYPRESS, TX 77429 281-256-7652 Cinemark 18 Webster 20915 GULF FWY WEBSTER, TX 77598 281-332-0951 Cinemark at Market Street 9595 SIX PINES DR STE 8200 SPRING, TX 77380 281-419-9639 Cinemark 19 1030 N GRAND PKWY KATY, TX 77449 281-371-6008 Tinseltown Movies 17 1600 LAKE ROBBINS DR THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380 281-362-4340

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Emilio Colon, cello - Master Class

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Emilio Colon, cello - Master Class

06-20-2012 - 06-20-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Emilio Colón, cello (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Wednesday, June 20 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals An extensive international career has taken Emilio throughout North and South Americas, Latin America, Europe and Asia His recordings are featured on the Enharmonic, Centaur, Zephyr, and Lyras labels He currently records for Klavier as solo cellist, chamber musician, conductor, and composer under the label About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

John McVey & the Stumble

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John McVey & the Stumble

06-20-2012 - 06-20-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Queen Extravaganza

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Queen Extravaganza

06-20-2012 - 06-20-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $2200 - General Admission $2500 - General Admission - Day of Show $3500 - Balcony Seating Ages: all

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74153

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM

House of Blues presents Queen Extravaganza Behind the show are Queen: legendary guitarist Brian May and iconic drummer Roger Taylor, whose talents as writers and musicians have inspired such legends of modern times as the Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Katy Perry, and even Lady Gaga, who took her name from one of Taylor’s biggest hit songs Taylor’s idea was to the create the ultimate Queen concert experience in an electrifying road show that celebrates the band’s music and legacy performed by some of the best new music talent out there today Taylor personally takes the role of producer and music director In a show which will run just over two hours of playing time, with a 30 minute break, The QE band will perform close on 40 true Queen classics drawn from a list of the band’s biggest all-time chart hits – “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Another One Bites the Dust,” “Crazy Little Thing Called Love,” “Under Pressure,” “We Will Rock You/We Are the Champions,” “A Kind of Magic,” “Radio Ga Ga,” “Somebody to Love,” “Killer Queen” - as well as highlighting some of the band’s finest heavy-duty rock based anthems which have long been at the core of their live performances, so audiences can also expect a healthy dose of early period Queen with songs such as “I’m In Love With My Car,” “Tie Your Mother Down,” “Seven Seas of Rye,” and “In the Lap Of The Gods” among them

Don Williams

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Don Williams

06-21-2012 - 06-21-2012

Stafford Centre

http://www.staffordcentre.com

Stafford Centre - 10505 Cash Rd Stafford TX 77477

Admission: Ticket prices are $100, $85, $65, $50, and $40

(281) 208-6900

http://staffordcentre.ticketforce.com/

Start Time(s): June 21, 2012 @ 8:00 PM

Don Williams Returns to Stafford Centre! The Stafford Centre is pleased to present Don Williams, Thursday, June 21 at 8pm In 2010 Don Williams was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame Williams has amassed 17 number one hits including such classics as “Tulsa Time,” “You’re My Best Friend,” and “I Believe in You” His hits have been covered by artists such as Johnny Cash, Eric Clapton, Lefty Frizzell, Josh Turner, Sonny James, Alison Krauss, Billy Dean, Charley Pride, Kenny Rogers, Alan Jackson, Waylon Jennings, and Pete Townshend Don Williams’ legions of fans across the globe have long been hoping to hear new recordings from him again So it’s both exciting and a very welcome surprise to announce the release of the brand new Don Williams album And So It Goes, on June 19th, his first since 2004 It is a release very much in the classic Williams mode—mellow yet rhythmic, life-affirming yet thoughtful, serenely masculine, and loaded with singularly strong, memorable songs and consummate vocals Keith Urban, Alison Krauss, and Vince Gill join him as singers and instrumentalists on the album Mr Williams will perform one night only on Thursday, June 21 2012 @ 8:00 PM

Il Divo

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Il Divo

06-21-2012 - 06-21-2012

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

http://www.woodlandscenter.org/

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 2005 Lake Robbins Drive Spring TX 77380

Admission:

US $3950 - US $10500

(713) 629-3700 or 281-363-3300

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004770A7EA8F89?artistid=999128&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=203

Start Time(s): Gates: 7 pm Show: 8 pm

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presents Il Divo When the phenomenon that is Il Divo were honoured at the Classic Brits at the Royal Albert Hall earlier this year, their Artist of the Decade award attested to the unrivalled success the four have enjoyed since they first announced themselves to the world with their self-titled, multiplatinum debut album in 2004 Further No 1 albums followed Ancora, Siempre and The Promise and at every stage, Il Divo remained true to their artistic mission: to share with the world their passion for music, and their passionate belief in it as a unifying force The record-breaking classical crossover quartet - the Swiss tenor Urs Buhler, baritone Carlos Marin from Spain, the French pop artist Sebastien Izambard and tenor David Miller from the USA - first came together in 2003, the culmination of an exhaustive search by the music producer Simon Cowell to find four singers of distinctive individual gifts who could, as a group, create musical magic In the six years that have followed their astonishing breakthrough, Il Divo have continued to grow as recording artists and performers, and their millions of fans the world over have joined them on that journey With more than 25 million album sales, 150 gold and platinum discs, over 2 million concert tickets sold and the only crossover classical album Ancora ever to enter the US Billboard Top 200 at No 1, Il Divo could be forgiven for resting on their laurels But that has never been their way “We’re constantly trying to push things upwards,” Urs emphasises, “to a different level Whenever we do something new, we want to do it better And we’re still managing to do that, which fills me with great satisfaction” When they first emerged, Il Divo posed a problem for those who cannot feel content until they have found a pigeonhole in which to put something How, they wondered, could Il Divo’s music be described? Was it opera? Pop-opera? Musical theatre? But attempting to pigeonhole Il Divo has always been a fool’s game - and trying to do so misses the point of what they do, and the different gifts they each bring to the table, fundamentally Urs’s background in both classical voice training and his time, as a teenager, in a heavy metal band (he is still a passionate guitarist to this day); Sebastien’s grounding in pop - prior to Il Divo, he had topped the French singles charts - and his continued dedication to and immersion in that genre, and, latterly, acting; Carlos’s very nearly lifelong passion for musical theatre and bel canto (he had made two albums before he was 10); David’s intensive training in opera, and his later work in both opera and musical theatre, including a starring role in Baz Luhrmann’s La Boheme on Broadway: even a superficial knowledge of their backgrounds tells you that Il Divo offer a rare degree of variety, experience, dedication and expertise As David sees it, human beings respond to music on an emotional level - and they’re more likely to be swept away by that music than get hung up about how to label it

Deryl Dodd & Bonnie Bishop

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Deryl Dodd & Bonnie Bishop

06-21-2012 - 06-21-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $12-$18 cover charge

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Deryl Dodd & Bonnie Bishop Deryl Dodd (pictured) has made a name for himself as one of the most authentic artists in country music From the Texas music circuit to Nashville, national tours to chart topping hits, he’s seen the country music industry from the top He got his call to stardom as a guitar player and backup singer with Martina McBride and on tour with country music icons like Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw and Brooks & Dunn After a life-threatening illness nearly ended his career in the late 90’s, Dodd re-emerged with a new appreciation for life and a stronger loyalty to himself and his music Country music fans can depend on Deryl Dodd to bring back traditional honky-tonk (like the track “Death, Taxes and Texas”), but with his unique modern flair “Went back in the house and picked up this guitar; somehow my fingers found their way to my heart” In one line, Bonnie Bishop sums up a lifetime of experience crammed into only two short years After a successful career on the Americana and Texas music circuits including four albums, critical acclaim and a nomination for Vocal Performance of the Year at the Lone Star Music Awards, life came crashing in Bonnie had a fairy tale wedding and then a painful divorce just 10 short months later She came off the road to hibernate and write her way through heartache, finding fortitude and faith among her instruments “Not ‘Cause I Wanted To,” a song resulting from this period, was cut by her hero Bonnie Raitt for her new album, set to release April 10, 2012 Coincidentally, it is Bishop’s first outside cut by a major recording artist Bonnie joyfully returns to the road this fall, full of life and reinvigorated, excited to meet new fans and reconnect with those who’ve supported her for years This opportunity, combined with her personal journey, prove that unapologetically honest music – and an unflinchingly authentic heart - will always find a place Her soulful compositions and raspy voice outlive her personal reinvention as she finds driving rock rhythms in her guitar and on her piano – the latest addition to her cadre of talent Bonnie wrote the new material with a simple notion in mind: You have to love yourself before you can fully love and be loved by anyone else Three parts Gavin Degraw, Janis Joplin and Bonnie Raitt, with a splash of Grace Potter and a shot of Robert Earl Keen, Bonnie’s affecting lyrics and musical prowess underscore her ability to encourage and validate the listener Her stories of survival and redemption, often weighted subject matter, find their way into empowering and anthemic songs fit for anyone’s personal theme song playlist “My music evolved because I fundamentally changed,” said Bonnie “My experiences in the last few years, however painful, taught me humility and personal accountability I learned how strong my faith in God was when I actually had to rely on it, not just profess it I learned the art of gratitude and forgiving myself And I learned that – no matter how devastating the experience – I will survive Most everyone needs to know all of this is possible I am living proof” “Went back in the house and picked up this guitar; somehow my fingers found their way to my heart”

Jonathan Richman

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Jonathan Richman

06-21-2012 - 06-21-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1400 18 and up only

7135339525

http://store.ticketlagoon.com/product/cont-club-tickets/

Start Time(s): Call for times

Continental Club presents Jonathan Richman With Tommy Larkins Jonathan Richman has been writing songs, making records and performing live for most of his life, winning fans and making friends around the world with his guileless honesty and playfully catchy compositions He’s revered by countless fellow artists, and has built a remarkably loyal international audience through his tireless touring His deceptively straightforward songs embody timeless qualities of humanity, optimism, emotional insight and a boundless sense of humor, untainted by cynicism or transient notions of hipness

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Stefan Milenkovich, violin - Master Class

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Stefan Milenkovich, violin - Master Class

06-21-2012 - 06-21-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Stefan Milenkovich, violin (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Thursday, June 21 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals Awarded as Serbia’s “Brand Personality of the Year” for 2010, Stefan Milenkovich is a unique artist with an extraordinary productive longevity, professionalism and creativity His musical philosophy as well as lifestyle are a true definition of eclectic, exploring general human and musical heritage and experience in order to connect directly with the audiences and provide fun, engaging and energetic performances About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Sonny Boy Terry

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Sonny Boy Terry

06-21-2012 - 06-21-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Beat Connection

06-22-2012 - 06-22-2012

Fitzgerald's

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Fitzgerald's - 2706 White Oak Dr Houston TX 77007

Admission: General Admission $800 Day Of: $1000 Box Office: $1200

(713) 862-3838

fitz@fitzlivemusic.com

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00 PM

Fitzgerald's presents Beat Connection With White Arrows In summer of 2008 - during that first flush of youthful "holy shit I don't live with my parents anymore" Jordan Koplowitz met Reed Juenger and they began making some next level beats in Garageband Reed - born in Massachusetts - had moved to Seattle with the half-baked notion of escaping the town he went to high school in Jordan had grown up in a Seattle satellite town Bellingham, a place best known for its snowboarding, outdoors, hippies and excellent marijuana Between school classes and parties, instrumental tracks with vague references to M83 and Crystal Castles, began to emerge By the summer of 2010, aided by friends and lovers, vocalist Tom Eddy, and live band Mark Hunter on bass and Jarred Katz on drums - Jordan and Reed were sweating it out in an attic studio, walls coated in soundproofing lifted from a college radio station Realizing that the flow of an album really enhances each song, they applied their knowledge from the dancefloor They borrowed some nostalgia They made Surf Noir It was a labor of love reflecting the wait for the summer months when everyone cuts loose Amongst algorithms and vocal samples, Beat Connection summon up the mundane things in life, the things that we pretend don't matter but the stuff that keeps everyone going; the first sunny day, getting the girl, slacking off, partying things that are overly romanticized in movies This is absolute indulgence, because the world is an incoherent jumble of perception and we all pass on eventually So lets have a good time and not worry too much, Saturday night always becomes Sunday morning

Rainbow on the Green

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Rainbow on the Green

06-22-2012 - 06-22-2012

Discovery Green

http://www.discoveryGreen.com

Discovery Green - Labranch at Lamar Houston TX 77010

Admission: Free and Open to the public Most street parking is free after 6 pm, and all concerts start promptly at 6:30 pm Picnics and blankets for lawn seating recommended Burgers, beer, & wine available at The Lakehouse Please do not bring alcohol or glass containers into the park

713-400-7336

Start Time(s): 8pm

Land Rover Houston Central presents Rainbow on the Green at Discovery Green Friday, June 22 at 8 pm It's a free concert under the stars celebrating Houston's GLBT community Hosted by Tye Blue and Grammy Award winning guest star Thelma Houston It's a Citywide GLBT celebration with showstopping performances by Houston’s best GLBT singers, dancers and musicians Grammy award winner Thelma Houston has more than 23 albums and over 43 years of performing With appearances from Tokyo to Las Vegas to London and beyond, Thelma continues to bring audiences to their feet with her dynamic, energetic show Special thanks to Outsmart Houston and My Gay Houston Presented in part with support from the City of Houston through the Houston Arts Alliance

Heights Live! with Elizabeth Wills

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Heights Live! with Elizabeth Wills

06-22-2012 - 06-22-2012

Heights Presbyterian Church (incl Heights Live!)

http://www.heightsliveconcerts.com/

Heights Presbyterian Church - 240 W 18th Street Houston TX 77008

7138611907 or 832-370-1128

http://www.heightsliveconcerts.com/

Start Time(s): Doors at 7:30PM Show at 8:00pm The entrance to the listening room is through the red double doors at the rear of the courtyard

Heights Presbyterian Church presents Heights Live! with Elizabeth Wills, Friday, June 22 at 8:00pm Heights Live! features family friendly concerts On January 28th, 2010 the La Grange Mayor Janet Moerbe presented Ms Wills with a key to the city and if that wasn't enough, by proclamation, Fayette County Judge, Ed Janecka declared January 28th Elizabeth Wills day in Fayette County Elizabeth Wills is a confessional songwriter with a musical force that presses Americana pop music to discover its highest self Her draw comes from her pure accessibility and the emotional connection she makes with her listener by delivering her songs through a voice that is at minimal angelic and can be best described as viscerally intoxicating "The crowd was hers from the startHer lush voice calls to mind female singer/songwriter greats such as Carly Simon, Shawn Colvin and Sarah McLachlan " Jenny Block - Dallas Morning News "Singer-songwriter Wills' new album is the first one produced by the nonprofit arm of the intimate La Grange venue the Bugle Boy And the organization's instincts are right on Wills delivers an enjoyable listening experience, brimming with confidence and sweetness"-Hector Saldaña-San Antonio Express-News

Donny Edwards - One Night with Elvis (and Fever)

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Donny Edwards - One Night with Elvis (and Fever)

06-22-2012 - 06-22-2012

Crighton Theatre Foundation

http://www.crightontheatre.org/

Crighton Theatre - 234 Main Street Conroe TX 77301

Admission: TICKETS: $35

936-441-7469

info@crighton-theatre.com

http://www.crightontheatre.org/

Start Time(s): 7:00 pm

Crighton Theatre presents Donny Edwards - One Night with Elvis World-renowned Elvis Presley tribute artist Donny Edwards will bring his act showcasing the King of Rock n Roll's entire career to Conroe, TX Friday, June 22 at 7pm, at the historic Crighton Theatre The show also features Roy Orbison tribute artist Wayne King and the ultimate tribute band 'Fever' For Edwards, like many Elvis fans, his love of the King is a lifelong affair "Ever since I was a kid I just remember listening to him and loving listening to him," Edwards said "My parents said that when I was 2 years old they would play Elvis records and I would shake my leg kind of like him" Edwards spent much of his teen years and early adulthood being compared to Elvis, but it was in 2002, when he won an Elvis look-alike contest in Lake Jackson, that he began to wonder if it could be a career He has performed around the United States and the world performing approximately 200 shows a year Don't miss Donny at the Crighton on June 22, 2012 at 7 PM

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Party on the Patio Concert Series (Fridays)

06-01-2012 - 06-22-2012

City of West University Place

http://www.westu.org/

Colonial Park (West University) - 4130 Byron West University Place TX 77005

Admission: Free event!

7136625383

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm

The City of West University Place presents the Party on the Patio Concert Series, Fridays in June Get ready to enjoy a fantastic lineup with some of Houston’s best known bands! The Fab 5 kicks off the Party on the Patio concert series with the first show of the season at Colonial Park Pool on Friday, June 1 Sponsored by Direct Energy, and benefitting Friends of West University Place Parks Fund, Inc, concerts will be held on four consecutive Fridays in June from 7:00 - 9:00 pm on the Colonial Park Deck, 4130 Byron Blankets and lawn chairs are permitted, and concessions will be available for purchase Party on the Patio is a complimentary concert event for West U residents and their guests If you wish to swim, regular pool admission is required The full concert schedule is as follows: June 1: The Fab 5 June 8: Checkered Past June 15: The Quality Blues Band June 22: The Ezra Charles Band Please visit the Parks & Recreation Special Events page on the website at wwwwestutxgov/events for a complete schedule or call 7136625383 for more information Pictured: Ezra Charles

Garland Jeffreys

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Garland Jeffreys

06-22-2012 - 06-22-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1500

7135339525

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Start Time(s): Call for times

Continental Club presents Garland Jeffreys Jeffreys is from Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn He majored in art history at Syracuse University where he met Lou Reed, before The Velvet Underground became active In 1966, Jeffreys began to play in Manhattan nightclubs including Gerde’s Folk City, The Bitter End, Gaslight, Kenny’s Castaways and later Reno Sweeney, where he began to explore racially conscious themes in his work, sometimes utilizing blackface masks and a rag doll named Ramon in performance Jeffreys played guitar on John Cale’s 1969 debut solo album Vintage Violence and contributed the song “Fairweather Friend” In 1969 he founded Grinder’s Switch with Woodstock-area musicians including pianist Stan Szelest, guitarist Ernie Corallo, and percussionist Sandy Konikoff Lew Merenstein produced this one album before the band dissolved in 1970 In 1973, he released his first solo album, Garland Jeffreys, on Atlantic Records Read more at wwwgarlandjeffreyscom Photo Credit: Danny Clinch

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Sounds of Texas Music Series: Texas Tornados

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

Sounds of Texas Music Series

http://www.crightontheatre.org/

Crighton Theatre - 234 Main Street Conroe TX 77301

Admission: $4900

936-441-7469

http://www.crightontheatre.org

Start Time(s): 8:00pm

The 2012 Sounds of Texas Music Series presents the Texas Tornados, Saturday, June 23, 2012 at 8PM in the Crighton Theatre With Jesse Dayton Opening! Texas Tornados is a Tejano band with a fusion of rock, country and various Mexican styles The initial combination of musicians of the Texas Tornados happened almost by chance at a concert performance of mutual acquaintances After Freddy Fender, Flaco Jimenez, Augie Meyers, and Doug Sahm performed in front of a San Francisco audience, they all knew the genuine bond they felt in their music could probably be taken to another level After they initially performed as the Tex-Mex Revue, they took the title Texas Tornados, after Sahm's song and album of that name Jesse Dayton is an Austin, Texas-based honky tonk and rockabilly artist best known for his guitar contributions to albums by country legends including Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Willie Nelson Don't miss the Texas Tornados at the Crighton on June 23, 2012 at 8 PM Some local music lovers in Conroe, Texas began the Sounds of Texas Music Series in 1997 after they had spent an evening attempting unsuccessfully to listen to one of their favorite singer-songwriters in a noisy local club The series began as a single show featuring Guy Clark in the acoustically perfect historic Crighton Theatre Over ten years later, they are still producing one of the best music series in the state of Texas by offering patrons a chance to hear a wide variety of new, undiscovered artists as well as seasoned veteran performers in a listening room environment

Terri Hendrix w/ Lloyd Maines

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Terri Hendrix w/ Lloyd Maines

06-22-2012 - 06-23-2012

Anderson Fair

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Anderson Fair - 2007 Grant Houston TX 77006

Admission: $20 cover charge

832-767-2785

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Start Time(s): Doors open at 8 PM and music starts around 9

Anderson Fair presents Terri Hendrix w/ Lloyd Maines As a trailblazing independent artist who lives by the motto “Own Your Own Universe,” Terri Hendrix has spent two decades juggling both her art (making music out of life) and everything that goes into maintaining a “DIY” music career (what she calls “The Part That Ain’t Art”) So it’s only fitting that the award-winning singer-songwriter’s first book is two books in one: part companion piece to her latest album, “Cry Till You Laugh,” with lyrics, photos and essays linked to the songs on the record, and part how-to guide for going your own way in the music business The essays dance from “cry” to “laugh” and back again, touching candidly on everything from hilarious road stories and stage-fright jitters to poignant matters of the heart and her life-long battle with epilepsy It may sound like a crazy mix, but as any fan of Terri Hendrix’s music can attest, that’s Terri … to a “T” When Terri Hendrix walked away from her opera scholarship in college, it was only because she found the classical music path too narrow for her free spirit But there was just no shaking her love of music Armed with the Mississippi-John-Hurt-style guitar chops she learned from her mentor, Marion Williamson, in exchange for milking goats on the philanthropist’s Wilory Farm, Hendrix began hauling her own PA in the back of her beat-up pick-up to gigs throughout her native Texas It wasn’t long before she’d evolved from coffeehouse chanteuse to one of the Lone Star State’s most beloved roots artists Since then, fueled by an energetic stage presence and armed with a sound straddling that fine line dividing folk and country (and blues and pop and jazz and everything else in between), she’s packed listening rooms and theaters from coast to coast and played before thousands at such premiere events as the Newport Folk Festival, the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Austin City Limits Music Festival, the Kerrville Folk Festival and the Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washington, DC Determined to “own her own universe” (another lesson she picked up from Williamson), Hendrix self-released her debut album, Two Dollar Shoes, in 1996, and she hasn’t looked back since Even her 2009 “retro-perspective” anthology, Left Over Alls — Hendrix’s 11th release on her own Wilory Records — was as much of a step toward the future as it was a delightfully eclectic overview of her career to date Featuring previously unreleased studio recordings (highlighted by “Be Willing,” already hailed by one critic as the most beautiful song Hendrix has ever written), brand new covers (including a storming version of Waterboy Mike Scott’s “Bring ’Em All In”) and freshly re-inspired takes on some of her most beloved fan favorites (including “Hole in My Pocket” and her unofficial theme song, “Wallet”), Left Over Alls is a celebration of more than a decade’s worth of joyful music-making made by — and for — “The Spiritual Kind” It’s a celebration that’s been long overdue Hendrix is one of the most strikingly original singer-songwriters working today, as befits an artist who cites the varied likes of Ella Fitzgerald, Sonny Terry and even the British techno-country-blues ensemble Alabama 3 among her biggest influences Across the eclectic breadth of her catalog, which also includes 2002’s The Ring, 2004’s The Art of Removing Wallpaper, 2005’s Celebrate the Difference (a kid’s record), and 2007’s The Spiritual Kind, Hendrix has covered every genre from folk to country to pop to blues to Celtic to Tex-Mex to jazz to Western swing Factor in her charming stage presence, top-notch musicianship (guitar, mandolin and harmonica), lyrics as smart and thought-provoking as they are heartfelt and personal and a classically trained but twang-kissed voice that’s as potent as an intimate whisper as when she pushes it to a full-on scat, and it’s no wonder why Harp observed, “Anyone with a heart is hooked” Despite having never compromised her freewheeling muse for the sake being easily marketed, Hendrix has earned a sizable grassroots fanbase that spans generations and that has faithfully followed her career well outside the mainstream Not that her music hasn’t crossed the industry radar, too: In addition to many a glowing review, she’s scored a satellite radio hit (with the punky scream-along “Nerves,” off her kid’s album), co-written a Grammy-winning country instrumental (“Lil’ Jack Slade”) for the Dixie Chicks, and recently won first prize in the lyrics category of the international USA Songwriting Competition, for her Spiritual Kind song, “If I Had a Daughter” In 2009, even as fans old and new continue to discover the treasure trove of music presented on Left Over Alls, Hendrix is already hard at work writing songs for her next album She’s also working on her first book, a collection of her road journals and popular “Goat Notes” newsletters And she still finds time to share her insights on both songwriting and “the part that’s not art” with students at her periodic “Life’s a Song” workshops Hendrix insists she’s “not a business person,” but she’s no fool, either; she’s one of the few artists anywhere who can proudly lay claim to owning all of their own masters, an online store that pays all of her studio costs and tours, and a mailing list spanning three generations of fans In a 2007 cover story, Texas Music observed that “Terri Hendrix creates the kind of music that makes you feel good, conceived and delivered with utter sincerity” But as Left Over Alls and Hendrix’s myriad new projects and forward motion all make clear, even her biggest fans haven’t seen anything yet Hendrix herself can’t wait to see — and hear — what comes next “For the past 15 years, my life has revolved around the discovery of music and the joy of music,” she says “And to get the opportunity to do what I do for my living … how beautiful is that?” LLoyd Maines- Lloyd Maines is an AmericanGrammy Award-winning country musicrecord producer, musician and songwriter and who was born and raised in Lubbock, Texasand is now based in Bulverde, Texas Lloyd Maines is an AmericanGrammy Award-winning country musicrecord producer, musician and songwriter and who was born and raised in Lubbock, Texasand is now based in Bulverde, TexasLloyd Maines is an AmericanGrammy Award-winning country musicrecord producer, musician and songwriter and who was born and raised in Lubbock, Texasand is now based in Bulverde, Texas Lloyd Maines is an AmericanGrammy Award-winning country musicrecord producer, musician and songwriter and who was born and raised in Lubbock, Texasand is now based in Bulverde, Texas Arguably best known as a pedal steelplayer, Maines is a multi-instrumentalist who has also performed and/or recorded playing dobro, electric and acoustic guitar, mandolin, lap steel guitar, banjoand bell tree He toured and recorded as a member of the Joe ElyBand and has also played with Guy Clark, Butch Hancock, Terry Allen, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Golden Bear (band), and other Texas musicians Maines was a member of The Maines Brothers Bandin the late 1970s and early 1980s and has contributed to alt-countryreleases, including Uncle Tupelo's Anodyne and Wilco's debut, AM He is also a record producer, starting with Terry Allen's seminal 1979 album, LUBBOCK (on everything) He has produced and worked on recording projects with numerous artists, including Richard Buckner, Butch Hancock, Rita Hosking, Jerry Jeff Walker, Charlie Robison, the Lost Gonzo Band, Two Tons of Steel, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Wayne Hancock, Intocable, Owen Temple, Robert Earl Keen, Terri Hendrix, Pat Green, Roger Creager, and The Waybacks He frequently tours with Terri Hendrix throughout the United States, and is a major part of her band and production as an artist Maines won a Grammy Award for Best Country Album in 2003 as producer of the Dixie Chicks' album, Home As the father of Natalie Maines, lead singer of the Dixie Chicks, he was instrumental in bringing the current lineup of bandmates together in 1995, which jump-started their sudden popularity and change in sound Susan Gibson's "Wide Open Spaces", which had been sent to Maines, proved to be a hit from their debut album, and has remained their signature song

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - Texas Music Festival Orchestra Series: German Masters

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - Texas Music Festival Orchestra Series: German Masters

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

University of Houston - Moores School of Music

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/index.html

University of Houston - Moores Opera House - 3800 Cullen Blvd Houston TX 77204-0001

713-743-3313

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/season/tickets.html

Start Time(s): 7:30pm 6:30 pm, Jane Blaffer Owen Plaza, Moores School of Music, University of Houston Pre-concert performances and refreshments by local food trucks

Chocolate Summer Night - Assorted

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Chocolate Summer Night - Assorted

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

Multifaceted Exquisite Events Inc

http://thejazzinmee.com/chocolate-summer-night-2012/

Cafe 4212 - 4212 Almeda Blvd Houston TX 77004

Admission: Tickets $25 in advance $30 at the door Purchase tickets online: http://chocolatesummernight2eventbritecom/

281-260-8469

info@thejazzinmee.com

http://chocolatesummernight2.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): Doors open @ 7pm Show starts @ 8pm

Multifaceted Exquisite Events Inc presents Chocolate Summer Night - Assorted, Saturday, June 23rd, at Café 4212 Jazz Bar, 4212 Almeda Houston, Texas 77004 Are you ready to experience an "assorted" Chocolate Summer Night? An amazing array of artistry, music, poetry, and entertainment with an assorted flavor! Featuring Emmy Award Winning Poet HANK STEWART (wwwhankstewartnet) Also featuring: Punkin from Pluto - Funky Flavor Wendy Taylor - Idol Flavor Wayne Ashley - Tenor Flavor Jordan Donald - Saxy Flavor Multifaceted Exquisite Events wwwmultifacetedeventscom The Jazz In MEE wwwthejazzinmeecom

Cody Canada and the Departed

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Cody Canada and the Departed

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

Firehouse Saloon

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Firehouse Saloon - 5930 SW Freeway and Fountainview Houston TX 77057

Admission: Tickets $15 All shows are 21 & up unless noted

(713) 977-1962

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Start Time(s): ALL concerts start at 9:15pm with the Headliner starting at 11:15pm Unless otherwise Noted!

The Firehouse Saloon presents Cody Canada and the Departed Former frontman of Cross Canadian Ragweed, Cody Canada, presents his new band, Cody Canada & The Departed featuring Seth James and Jeremy Plato Cody Canada was 16 years old when he made his way from Yukon to Stillwater, Oklahoma He had been searching for some inspiration; a place to call home musically What he found was a creative nirvana of musicians who were generating the music that would stay with him for the rest of his life During the 15 years that Canada was front man for Cross Canadian Ragweed, he successfully tapped into those influences on each of their nine albums In the wake of Cross Canadian Ragweed’s decision to part ways, Cody resurfaced with an armament of musicians and a mission in mind With his long time Ragweed band mate, Jeremy Plato (bass) the two made a seamless transition into the world of The Departed, as in ‘Cody Canada and The Departed” Because they have traveled in the same circles for years, the band members are all familiar with each other and familiar with each other’s style of playing More than likely they’ve all played on the same stage at one time or another already It’s this familiarity with each other that made their first project so uncomplicated

Snit's Dog & Pony Show

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Snit's Dog & Pony Show

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:30pm

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Summer Symphony Nights: Mendelssohn and Brahms

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

(281) FREE-FUN (373-3386)

http://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

The Houston Symphony, and Miller Outdoor Theatre present Summer Symphony Nights: A Star Spangled Salute For more than 60 years, the Houston Symphony has brought the thrill of live performances to patrons at Miller Outdoor Theatre Admission is free for these concerts, but tickets are required for the seated area Hear the world’s greatest classical music under the stars on June 15, 16, 22, and 23 Mendelssohn and Brahms Saturday, June 23, 8:30 pm Brahms: Variations on a Theme of Haydn, Opus 56a TBA: Concerto TBA Mendelssohn: Symphony No 4 in A major, Opus 90, Italian Artists: Ward Stare, Conductor TBA, soloist, silver medal winner, 2011 Houston Symphony Ima Hogg Young Artist Competition Photo courtesy of Chaiwat Rodsuwan, 2011 OH SNAP! contest winner (detail above, full image below) CLICK HERE to learn more about OH SNAP! Houston Symphony Summer Symphony Nights Photo Contest, which gives our patrons an opportunity to share their photographic talent with us through photographing elements of our Miller Outdoor Theatre concerts in the month of June

East Meets West: New Arrivals (a Chamber Opera Set in Contemporary Houston)

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

East Meets West: New Arrivals (a Chamber Opera Set in Contemporary Houston)

06-22-2012 - 06-23-2012

Asia Society Texas Center

http://asiasociety.org/texas/events/east-meets-west-chamber-opera-set-contemporary-houston

Asia Society Texas Center - 1370 Southmore Houston TX 77004

Admission: Free admission with reservations for up to four people

7134969901

Start Time(s): Friday, June 22 at 7:30 pm Saturday, June 23 at 2 pm

Asia Society Texas Center, in collaboration with Houston Grand Opera, present East Meets West: New Arrivals (a Chamber Opera Set in Contemporary Houston), Friday, June 22 at 7:30pm, and Saturday, June 23 at 2pm As Yani Rose Keo, a Cambodian refugee, sits on a plane bound for Houston, she is haunted by the empty seats around her Joined on the plane by a Nepalese farmer, a Nigerian orphan, and a lost boy from the Sudan, she vows to help refugees like herself as they begin their new lives in America New Arrivals is one of eight chamber operas HGOco has commissioned for East + West, a series celebrating Houston as a meeting place for Eastern and Western cultures Music by John Glover, libretto by Catherine Filloux

Van Halen

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Van Halen

06-24-2012 - 06-24-2012

Toyota Center

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/

Toyota Center - 1510 Polk Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Ticket Prices: $14950, $7950 and $4950

1-866-4HOUTIX (866-446-8849)

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/events/event_1243.php

Start Time(s): Date: Sunday, June 24, 2012 Time: 7:30 PM Doors Open: 6:30 PM

Toyota Center presents Van Halen With special guests Kool and The Gang Toyota Center is excited to welcome Van Halen back to Houston on Sunday, June 24! Van Halen, Rock And Roll Hall of Fame inductees and one of the most important and influential rock bands of all time, announced their return to the live stage with an extraordinary 2012 North American tour Fans can expect Van Halen to perform selections from A Different Kind Of Truth alongside songs from their arsenal of epic hits that include: "Eruption," "Running with the Devil," "Jamie's Cryin'," "You Really Got Me," "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love,” and more from their classic albums Van Halen, Van Halen II, Women and Children First, Fair Warning, Diver Down and 1984 Don’t miss your chance to see Van Halen perform live at Toyota Center in June!

Official Battle for Mayhem Fest

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Official Battle for Mayhem Fest

06-24-2012 - 06-24-2012

Warehouse Live

http://www.warehouselive.com/

Warehouse Live - 813 Saint Emanuel Houston TX 77003

Admission: $1300

713225LIVE (5483)

http://warehouselive.frontgatetickets.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 4:30PM Show: 5PM

Warehouse Live presents Official Battle for Mayhem Fest Join us in the Studio on Sunday June 24th for Headbang For The Highway Presents the Official Battle for Mayhem Fest with Cronophage, Legion and Carry the Storm

One Direction

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

One Direction

06-24-2012 - 06-24-2012

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

http://www.woodlandscenter.org/

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 2005 Lake Robbins Drive Spring TX 77380

Admission:

US $2950 - US $5950 UPDATE: THIS SHOW IS SOLD OUT

(713) 629-3700 or 281-363-3300

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004873A64F7F94?artistid=1645840&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1

Start Time(s): Gates: 6:30 pm Show: 7:30 pm

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presents One Direction One Direction is a five-member boy band made up of Liam Payne from Wolverhampton, Louis Tomlinson from Doncaster, Niall Horan from Mullingar, Westmeath, Ireland, Harry Styles, from Holmes Chapel, Cheshire and Zayn Malik, from East Bowling, Bradford They applied as solo candidates on the 2010 edition of the X Factor, but the judges, after a suggestion by Simon Cowell, put them in a band in London, UK; therefore qualifying for the Groups category One Direction’s first single, What Makes You Beautiful, received its first airplay on August 10, 2011 and was released a month later on September 11, 2011 It was the fastest selling single of the year 2011 and peaked at #1 on the UK Singles Chart The boys released their second single Gotta Be You on November 13th peaking at #3 on the UK Singles Chart Their album Up All Night followed on November 21st reaching #2 on the UK Albums Chart, narrowly missing out on #1 to Rihanna When their album Up All Night was released in the USA, it debuted at #1 on the Billboard charts, setting the record for the highest-selling debut album by a British boy band Tickets for their first headlining UK tour went on sale October 1st 2011 and all 22 dates sold out within 12 minutes

Coldplay

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Coldplay

06-25-2012 - 06-26-2012

Toyota Center

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/

Toyota Center - 1510 Polk Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Ticket Prices: $9950, $7950 and $4950

1-866-4HOUTIX (866-446-8849)

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/events/event_1207.php

Start Time(s): Monday, June 25, 2012 at 7:00 PM Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at 7:00 PM Doors Open: 6:00 PM

Toyota Center presents Coldplay Due to popular demand, Coldplay has added a second show at Toyota Center on Tuesday, June 26! The band is touring in support of its new RIAA-certified Platinum record, Mylo Xyloto, which has scored the most No 1 rankings of any album this year worldwide, topping the charts in 34 countries to date Mylo Xyloto’s first two singles have received GRAMMY nominations – “Every Teardrop is a Waterfall” for Best Rock Performance and Best Rock Song, and the Gold-certified “Paradise” for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance Don’t miss your chance to see Coldplay perform live at Toyota Center June 25 and 26!

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - PERSPECTIVES Series (Tuesdays)

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - PERSPECTIVES Series (Tuesdays)

06-05-2012 - 06-26-2012

University of Houston - Moores School of Music

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/index.html

University of Houston - Moores Opera House - 3800 Cullen Blvd Houston TX 77204-0001

713-743-3313

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/season/tickets.html

Start Time(s): Tuesdays in June at 7:30pm NOTE MONDAY PERFORMANCES AT TEXAS A&M: Annenberg Presidential Conference Center, Texas A&M University 1002 George Bush Drive W, College Station, TX 77843

Houston Symphony: Sounds Like Fun! 2012 - Classical Jukebox (at Miller Outdoor Theatre)

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Houston Symphony: Sounds Like Fun! 2012 - Classical Jukebox (at Miller Outdoor Theatre)

06-26-2012 - 06-26-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

Admission: This is a free event and open to the public Seating under the covered awning is available on a first come, first served basis Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome on the hill

713-224-7575 or 281-FREE-FUN

Start Time(s): 11am

This summer, the Houston Symphony comes to your neighborhood and continues its commitment to the community with its annual Sounds Like Fun! series These FREE performances are relaxed, dynamic and designed for the whole family The 2012 Sounds Like Fun! series begins on May 30 and picks up again on June 26 with Associate Conductor Robert Franz leading the orchestra in 7 different FREE Family concerts held in churches, community centers and schools throughout Houston With the theme Classical Jukebox, music selections will include Beethoven’s Overture to Egmont, Sibelius’ Suite from Karelia and John Williams’ Flying Theme from ET: The Extra-Terrestrial! Performance Dates: May 30, 2012, 7:30pm Seven Lakes High School, Katy Robert Franz, conductor 9251 South Fry Road Katy, TX 77494 June 26, 2012, 11:00am Miller Outdoor Theatre Robert Franz, conductor 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston, TX 77030 June 26, 2012 at 7:30pm The Centrum, Spring Robert Franz, conductor 6823 Cypresswood Drive Spring, TX 77379 June 27, 2012 at 11:00am Pershing Middle School Robert Franz, conductor 3838 Blue Bonnet Boulevard Houston, TX 77025 June 28, 2012 at 7:30pm The Church Without Walls Robert Franz, conductor 5725 Queenston Houston, TX 77084 June 29, 2012 at 11:00 am Ripley House Robert Franz, conductor 4410 Navigation Boulevard Houston, TX 77011 June 30, 2012 at 7:30pm St Bernadette Catholic Church Robert Franz, conductor 15500 El Camino Real Houston, TX 77062 Program to be selected from the following: KABALEVSKY: Overture Pathétique, Opus 64 SIBELIUS: Suite from Karelia, Opus 11 BEETHOVEN: Overture to Egmont, Opus 84 evening programs only A MÁRQUEZ: Conga del Fuego Nuevo ANDERSON: Chicken Reel BARBER: Overture to The School for Scandal OFFENBACH: Barcarolle from The Tales of Hoffmann D A EARNEST: Turbulence J WILLIAMS: Flying Theme from ET: The Extra-Terrestrial PUCCINI/R WENDEL: Viva Puccini Please note: not all musical selections will be performed Generous sponsorship support for the Sounds Like Fun! Series comes from CenterPoint Energy, ExxonMobil, Randalls Food Markets, Inc, Swift Energy Company, as well as grants from the Melbern G and Susanne M Glassock Foundation and the Texas Commission on the Arts

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Jonathan Swartz, violin - Master Class

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Jonathan Swartz, violin - Master Class

06-26-2012 - 06-26-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Jonathan Swartz, violin (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Tuesday, June 26 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals A native of Toronto, violinist Jonathan Swartz has distinguished himself throughout North America both as a performer and pedagogue While serving on the faculties at Arizona State University, the Innsbrook Institute Music Academy and Festival, Round Top Festival Institute, Madeline Island Music Camp, and the Domaine Forget Academy, Swartz maintains a prolific performing career He collaborates often with his sister Jennifer Swartz, principal harpist of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, and his wife, American pianist Wendy Chen About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Met Summer Encore: Mozarts Don Giovanni

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Met Summer Encore: Mozarts Don Giovanni

06-27-2012 - 06-27-2012

Fathom/National CineMedia

http://www.fathomevents.com/

Various locations around Houston - Houston TX 77003

Admission: Prices may vary by location Check theaters above for ticket prices

See theater list above

http://www.fathomevents.com/performingarts/event/dongiovanni2012.aspx?d=6/27/2012

Start Time(s): Wednesday, June 27, 2012 (6:30 PM local time) Expected Running Time: 2 hours 55 minutes

This summer, enjoy select encore performances from the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series The Met: Live in HD The presentations will occur on Wednesdays throughout the summer months beginning in June Don’t miss this opportunity to experience these exciting performances, captured live from the stage of the Met Featured performances: Donizetti’s Anna Bolena – Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Rossini’s Le Comte Ory – Wednesday, June 20, 2012 Mozart’s Don Giovanni – Wednesday, June 27, 2012 Offenbach’s Les Contes d’Hoffmann – Wednesday, July 11, 2012 Donizetti’s Lucia Di Lammermoor – Wednesday, July 18, 2012 Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier – Wednesday, July 25, 2012 Fathom/National CineMedia and the Metropolitan Opera present Met Summer Encore: Mozart’s Don Giovanni An encore performance of Mozart’s Don Giovanni will be shown in select theatres on Wednesday, June 27, 2012, at 6:30 PM (and at 1:00 PM in select locations) in all time zone Mariusz Kwiecien is the world’s most famous lover in Michael Grandage's elegant new production, led by Met Principal Conductor Fabio Luisi The lineup of refined Mozartians also includes Marina Rebeka, Barbara Frittoli, Ramón Vargas, and Luca Pisaroni Production: Michael Grandage Conductor: Fabio Luisi Cast: Marina Rebeka, Barbara Frittoli, Mojca Erdmann, Ramón Vargas, Mariusz Kwiecien, Luca Pisaroni, Joshua Bloom, Štefan Kocán Houston Area Theaters for this event: Houston Marq*E Stadium 22 plus IMAX 7620 KATY FWY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-263-7843 Memorial City Mall 310 MEMORIAL CITY WAY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-467-9749 Cy-Fair Town Center 25720 NW FREEWAY CYPRESS, TX 77429 281-256-7652 Cinemark 18 Webster 20915 GULF FWY WEBSTER, TX 77598 281-332-0951 Cinemark at Market Street 9595 SIX PINES DR STE 8200 SPRING, TX 77380 281-419-9639 Cinemark 19 1030 N GRAND PKWY KATY, TX 77449 281-371-6008 Tinseltown Movies 17 1600 LAKE ROBBINS DR THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380 281-362-4340

Summer Music with Texas Medical Center Orchestra!

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Summer Music with Texas Medical Center Orchestra!

06-20-2012 - 06-27-2012

Texas Medical Center Orchestra (formerly Doctors Orchestra of Houston)

https://www.facebook.com/events/211810988921371/

Admission: $50 (3 rehearsals + open concert) Registration: Send Email to carlosguillermojung@gmailcom including name and instrument Payment: We accept cash or check made payable to TMCO at first rehearsal

713-795-5551

carlosguillermojung@gmail.com

Start Time(s): Rehearsal #1: Wednesday June 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Rehearsal #2: Sunday June 24, 3:00pm – 6:00 pm Dress Rehearsal: Wednesday June 27, 7:00pm – 7:45pm Open Concert: Wednesday June 27, 8:00 pm

Texas Medical Center Orchestra presents Summer Music 2012 with Texas Medical Center Orchestra! It's an opportunity to rehearse and perform with the Texas Medical Center Orchestra with this Fundraiser for Carnegie Hall Open to musicians of all ages All instruments welcomed Intermediate to high level required Participation Certificate will be issued Cost (3 rehearsals + open concert): $50 FIRST ROUND (JUNE) Rehearsal #1 Wednesday June 20, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Rehearsal #2 Sunday June 24, 3:00pm – 6:00 pm Dress Rehearsal Wednesday June 27, 7:00pm – 7:45pm Open Concert Wednesday June 27, 8:00 pm Repertoire Shostakovich: Festive overture Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade Ginastera: Estancia Suite Rehearsals and open concert take place at: The National Center for Human Performance - 2450 Holcombe Blvd (entrance 81), Houston, Texas 77021 For more information, send email to carlosguillermojung@gmailcom or visit us at https://wwwfacebookcom/tmcorchestra

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Eteri Andjaparidze, piano - Master Class

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Eteri Andjaparidze, piano - Master Class

06-27-2012 - 06-27-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Eteri Andjaparidze, piano (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Wednesday, June 27 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals Eteri Andjaparidze has gained international acclaim as one of the most versatile artists and insightful pedagogues She has performed on the world's most prestigious concert stages in recitals and as guest soloist with major orchestras including London Symphony, Monte-Carlo Philharmonic, Montreal Symphony, Oregon Symphony, Quebec Symphony, Beijing and Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestras, Russian State Symphony, Moscow State Philharmonic, Moscow Radio Symphony, Moscow Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra, St Petersburg Philharmonic, Georgian State and Tbilisi Symphony Orchestras, under the baton of Franz-Paul Decker, James DePreist, Vladimir Fedoseyev, Valery Gergiev, Djansug Kakhidze, Michel Plasson, Vladimir Spivakov, Yuri Temirkanov, and Pascal Verrot, and has collaborated with such artists as Jennifer Tipton, Boris Berman, James Dick, Vladimir Feltsman, Sergei Leiferkus, Susanne Mentzer, Brian Lewis, Stephen Balderston and Alex Klein to name a few About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Hear Ye! Hear Ye!

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Hear Ye! Hear Ye!

06-27-2012 - 06-27-2012

Houston Young Artist's Concert

http://milleroutdoortheatre.com/events/269/

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

Admission: This is a free event and open to the public Seating under the covered awning is available on a first come, first served basis Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome on the hill

(281) FREE-FUN (373-3386)

http://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com/

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

UHD Thursday Concerts at Discovery Green

05-03-2012 - 06-28-2012

Discovery Green

http://www.discoveryGreen.com

Discovery Green - Labranch at Lamar Houston TX 77010

Admission: Free and Open to the public Most street parking is free after 6 pm, and all concerts start promptly at 6:30 pm Blankets, lawn chairs and picnics are welcome; food, beer and wine are available for purchase No glass containers or outside alcoholic beverages

713-400-7336

Start Time(s): 6:30 pm Thursdays

Head to Discovery Green for Fun, Free, Family-Friendly Concerts! It's UHD Thursday Concerts at Discovery Green, May 3- June 28, 6:30 pm Rock out at our free, family-friendly concerts showcasing the best music of Texas and the Gulf Coast Blankets, lawn chairs and picnics are welcome; food, beer and wine are available for purchase No glass containers or outside alcoholic beverages Schedule of Concerts: May 3* Grupo Fantasma Patricia Vonne Opens Hard charging Latin funk Grupo Fantasma comes at you at top speed with hip-shaking, horn-blaring, mind-bending Latin funk This Grammy nominated Latin orchestra's incendiary live show has burned up the stage at festivals worldwide like Bonnaroo and Coachella Be prepared for Prince's go-to party band to rock your world Songstress Patricia Vonne opens the show May 10 Glen David Andrews Band Journey Agents Opens Electrifying New Orleans funk! New Orleans veteran of Rebirth, Lil Rascal and Treme brass band steps up front to lead his own high energy, horn driven jazz, funk, rock, soul and gospel review Glen’s performance at the 2011 Jazz Fest garnered rave reviews from the audience, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and many other national press outlets “Glen seemed too big for any screen, with a Jay Z physique and a voice big enough to accommodate James Brown and Wilson Pickett,” says David Fricke of Rolling Stone Magazine Up and coming Houston funksters, The Journey Agents set the grooves in orbit to open the show May 17* Buckwheat Zydeco Zydeco Dots Opens Grammy Award winning Zydeco party! Buckwheat Zydeco is a master entertainer and musician who spreads the joy of zydeco music everywhere he goes He won a Grammy Award in 2010 for his Lay Your Burden Down album After years of touring with blues and soul legends Joe Tex and Clarence Gatemouth Brown, playing piano and organ, Buckwheat joined forces with the King of Zydeco, Clifton Chenier Clifton baptized him in the fire of zydeco and he’s never stopped testifying Buckwheat Zydeco counts U2, Eric Clapton, Keith Richards, Willie Nelson, Paul Simon and legions of other legends among his fans “Buckwheat leads one of the best party bands in America; he can pump out zydeco two-beats or shift into rolling 12-bar blues, steaming all the way,” reported the New York Times Houston zydeco institution, The Zydeco Dots kick start the party! May 24 Buxton, The Tontons Americana folk rockers New West recording artists Buxton brings dynamic instrumentation and powerful writing to their indie-infused, folk-inspired blend of Americana The Houston Chronicle called Buxton “One of Houston's finest bands” With packed performances during SXSW and CMJ music festivals and the new release of Nothing Here Seems Strange, Buxton is poised for a break-out year in 2012 One of Houston’s top pop bands, The Tontons is a soulful psychedelic blues and indie rock spectacle Their high energy, hypnotic stage show instantly engages audiences May 31 Two Tons of Steel, Mike Stinson Two ton Thursday! Two Tons of Steel’s rambunctious brand of country rooted rock and high-energy show guarantee a fun party Whether they are performing at the Grand Ole Opry, Gruene Hall or any other great venue, Two Tons of Steel provides a sound, attitude and approach as big as Texas Mike Stinson who calls his music "tear-in-your-beer honky-tonk and barnyard rock and roll" kicks out the country jams to start the night June 7 George Porter Jr & Runnin’ Partners Paul Ramirez Band Opens New Orleans funk and bass master George Porter, Jr is best known as the bassist in the seminal New Orleans funk outfit, The Meters, and has worked with Paul McCartney, Allen Touissant, David Byrne, Taj Mahal, Irma Thomas and tons of other legends Hot off the release of his latest release, Can’t Beat the Funk, he’ll hit Houston with his long running solo band, The Runnin Pardners, for a funkified night of fun at Discovery Green! The Paul Ramirez Band revs up the night with an opening jam set June 14* The Gourds, Mary McBride Kaleidoscopic roots rock and roll The Gourds are a Texas alt-country, roots rock, Americana institution Stellar songwriting, joyous playing and non-stop touring have resulted in a passionate following and a dynamic new album on Vanguard Records Their latest of 11 releases, Old Mad Joy, was recorded in Levon Helm’s studio in Woodstock, NY and produced by Larry Campbell Mary McBride is a rockin’ singer songwriter The New York Times states “Her voice is part angel, part truck driver, as if to say sometimes you power through sadness and sometimes you hope for a miracle” June 21 The NiceGuys, Kydd, Zin Hip Hop on the Green! The NiceGuys are a four-member Houston-based group with Southern roots and musical sensibilities that stretch far beyond the city’s limits A self-contained unit, The NiceGuys comprises MC (Yves ‘Easy Yves Saint’ Ozoude), DJ (Lucien ‘DJ Candlestick’ Barton) and producers (Todd ‘Christolph’ Louis and Winfrey ‘Free’ Oribhabor) Kydd is an up and coming Austin rapper Zin is a neo soul urban music specialist and host of KPFT’s SOS radio show June 28 Los Skarnales, (pictured above) Wild Moccasins Explosive Latin ska and shining pop rock! Providing explosive Latin ska and shining pop rock, Los Skarnales can barely be contained by any stage Force of nature and band leader Felipe Galvan has the vertical leap of an NBA star, the style of a pachuco kingpin and the pipes of a classic soul shouter The Wild Moccasins, New West recording artists on the vanguard of the Houston music scene and a sought-after export to other music towns, generate excitement and delight fans at home and on tour with their cleverly-constructed pop tunes ** Recycle your empty Saint Arnold six-pack carriers for double reward points at this concert Co-sponsored by Saint Arnold Brewing Company, Cactus Music and KPFT 901 FM, Houston Press and 29-95

Hamilton Loomis

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Hamilton Loomis

06-28-2012 - 06-28-2012

McGonigel's Mucky Duck

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 2425 Norfolk Houston TX 77098

Admission: Advance Tickets: $2000 Ticket price at the door: $2200

(713) 528-5999

http://www.mcgonigels.com/

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

McGonigel's Mucky Duck presents Hamilton Loomis “If blues, soul, and rock can be said to form a triangle, you’ll find Hamilton Loomis right in the center of it”, says Guitar Player Magazine An apt description, as young Loomis is one of the young artists at the forefront of bringing blues based American music into the 21st century and redefining it for a contemporary audience Spanning youth and tradition, Loomis bridges the gap between generations of music-lovers both in the US and around the world Whereas similar aged acts like Black Keys, Robert Randolph and White Stripes play American rock music with heavy blues influences, Loomis plays the inverse His is an undeniably blues based artist escalating into what All Music Guide calls “…a mixed bag of modern blues, modern funk, and slick soul” "Innovate, don't imitate" Hamilton Loomis took his mentor, Bo Diddley's advice It speaks volumes when the likes of Diddley, Johnny "Clyde" Copeland, Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown, and Albert Collins take you under their wings The twenty-something Texas sensation isn't just another cat-in-a-hat with a Strat He has crafted his blues roots into a funk-a-fied recipe all his own

Broncho

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Broncho

06-28-2012 - 06-28-2012

Fitzgerald's

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Fitzgerald's - 2706 White Oak Dr Houston TX 77007

Admission: General Admission $800 Day Of: $1000 Box Office: $1200

(713) 862-3838

fitz@fitzlivemusic.com

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00 PM

Fitzgerald's presents Broncho With TBA Harkening back to punk rock’s glory days of the 70s, Oklahoma outfit Broncho captures the aggression, DIY authenticity and youthful exhilaration of a bygone era and then drags it by the hair into the Here and Now, creating a fresh sound that’s unlike anything being played today With echoes of The Replacements, Iggy and the Stooges and The Ramones, Broncho’s exuberant ten song debut Can’t Get Past the Lips is a blisteringly cathartic 20 minute flash of gritty, crunching guitar work supported by an assaultive rhythm section and made whole by songwriter Ryan Lindsey’s aggressive, yelping vocal work BRONCHO (Bron-CHO) Ryan Lindsey – Guitar // Vocals Ben King – Guitar // Vocals Nathan Price – Drums Johnathon Ford – Bass // Vocals Lindsey’s vocals and guitar are supported by Johnathon Ford (bass), Ben King (guitar) and Nathan Price (drums) The project began as an off-the-cuff recording session for Lindsey (who also plays keys for Starlight Mints, in addition to performing as a solo artist) He quickly laid down early versions “Pick a Fight” and “Losers” with the assistance of King (Cheyenne) and Price (Native Lights), and then sent them to Ford (Unwed Sailor), asking for feedback Ford loved the songs so much that he suggested they begin playing shows as a band The collective talent and cumulative experience of all involved with Broncho has resulted in an album that, for all its dirty-dishwater punk roots, is a masterwork of garage/pop simplicity Speaking of the band’s reference points, Lindsey says “We all love the way those records sound so we naturally went in that direction, as far as fidelity goes But more than anything, it’s the attitude of an era that I wasn’t around for, but feel a connection with We didn’t set out to recreate a record from that era, we just took on that message and made it our own” Or, as Ford puts it: “It’s not nostalgia, it’s natural”

Walt Wilkins & the Mystiqueros

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Walt Wilkins & the Mystiqueros

06-28-2012 - 06-28-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $1200-$1800 cover charge

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Walt Wilkins & the Mystiqueros San Antonio-born Walt Wilkins has been called a genius, more than once, and a writer the caliber of John Steinbeck and his voice as comfortable as a pair of old blue jeans, and he is, and has, all of that His crafting of story-songs, hard-edged vocals to sing them and a plaintive guitar have made him a fixture of the Texas music scene (and Nashville before that) He’s put his magical touch on recordings by new and veteran artists, too many to count Is he near done? Hasn’t he done it all? Double hell no With The Mystiqueros, Wilkins has created something of a “Texas Hill Country super-group” that features five great singers and four great songwriters from the heart of the Lone Star State, all of whom have made their own records and are flush with recording credits Onstage and in the studio, Wilkins is joined by Bill Small (bass, percussion, acoustic guitar), John M Greenberg (electric guitars), Ramon Rodriguez (drums, percussion) and Marcus Eldridge (electric guitars) Live performances around Texas are being likened to both outlaw country and classic rock bands Wilkins says this is the most fun he’s ever had playing music in a band in 30 years He describes the music of The Mystiqueros (nicknamed mq5) as highly reminiscent of ’70s country rock from Texas and the West Coast and blues and soul that members grew up listening to and features high-quality songwriting and musicianship, rhythm, and vocal arrangements For Wilkins — from his first musical influences as an Air Force brat, to his first band at age 15 to writing his first song (homesick while studying in the seminary) to playing own songs and writing in Nashville to his first album and producing others’ — The Mystiqueros might just be about coming home, at last

Frontiers - A Tribute to Journey NEW DATE

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Frontiers - A Tribute to Journey NEW DATE

06-29-2012 - 06-29-2012

House of Blues

http://hob.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $900 - General Admission 4-pack per tick $1200 - General Admission $1500 - General Admission Day of Show $2000 - Balcony All Ages

88840BLUES (402-5837)

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=72490

Start Time(s): ~~Friday 06/22/2012~~ Friday 6/29/12 Doors: 08:00 PM Show: 09:00 PM

The House of Blues presents Frontiers - A Tribute to Journey Frontiers A Tribute to Journey is the world's premiere tribute to the 80's rock pioneers Yes, that Journey - the ones responsible for selling over 75 million records, including some of rock's most venerable anthems - the Journey rebuffed by critics and the musical establishment, even as those very critics secretly kept "Don't Stop Believin'" in their Walkmans and saved a special place for "Faithfully" in their mix tape collection No one ruled the road from 1979- 1983 like Journey Twenty-five years after that iconic lineup last graced the stage, Frontiers has carried on the banner of separate ways, summer lovin', and open arms As a tribute act, few - if any - have such a colorful back-story that blurs the line between tribute and the "real deal"

The Escatones

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Escatones

06-29-2012 - 06-29-2012

Fitzgerald's

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Fitzgerald's - 2706 White Oak Dr Houston TX 77007

Admission: Over 21 $000 Under 21 $500

(713) 862-3838

fitz@fitzlivemusic.com

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00 PM

Fitzgerald's presents The Escatones With Poor Pilate, Snake Island, and Rivers The Escatones are a 3 piece rock and roll band Formed in the summer of 2010 in Galveston, TX, they play a blend of psychedelic surf garage punk country folk rock and roll Connor Purcell (Lead Vocals/Guitar/Bass/Keys) meet JT Popiel (Bass/Guitar/Keys) during the winter of 2009 while jamming at a friend's house Connor had already had a band going known as the Jimson Jolly Vagrants After playing a few shows under that name they decided to start fresh with a new name and new material The name comes from the word eschatology, which is the study of the end of times Combine that with tones and you got yourself a 60's sounding garage/surf name Influenced by The Butthole Surfers, The Judy's, 13th Floor Elevators, The Byrds, Dick Dale, The Ventures, The Stooges, The Flaming Lips, Sonic Youth, Prince, and just about everything else they try to not get stuck in one genre of music 2011 was a busy year for them They self released a spilt EP with fellow Houston rockers Darwin's Finches called Owls in the Headlights of the Sulfur Digging Bulldozer Released two full length live albums called Live from High Island and The Ghost of High Island on Houston label Homeskool Recordz Relocating to Oklahoma for half the year after a disaster transport tour they were able to rock 55 shows throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Arkansas, and Louisana They are looking to end the last year on Earth with a bang They are getting to release a 7" under Artificial Head Records and are currently recording their first full length studio album Oh and they are fat and hairy and when they come to your town you might see more of them then you want to

Heights Live! with Doug Moreland

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Heights Live! with Doug Moreland

06-29-2012 - 06-29-2012

Heights Presbyterian Church (incl Heights Live!)

http://www.heightsliveconcerts.com/

Heights Presbyterian Church - 240 W 18th Street Houston TX 77008

Admission: $1200 All ages welcome With seating for only 100 people, and additional room for 25 more to stand, there isn't a bad view in the room We are a BYOB venue, so please feel free to bring the beverage (alcoholic or otherwise) of your choice Soft-drinks, water, coffee, snacks, and pie are available for a donation

7138611907 or 832-370-1128

http://www.heightsliveconcerts.com/

Start Time(s): Doors at 7:30PM Show at 8:00pm The entrance to the listening room is through the red double doors at the rear of the courtyard

Heights Presbyterian Church presents Heights Live! with Doug Moreland, Friday, June 29 at 8:00pm Heights Live! features family friendly concerts Doug grew up in the Davis Mountains of Texas, the son of a colorful wainwright, blacksmith, and fiddle-playing ranch hand Doug briefly pursued a musical degree, which set the stage for his short stint as a fiddler and funny sideman for dinner theater entertainment He left that to tour the country with various acts, eventually settling back in Texas to write his own songs and front his own band Basing himself out of Austin 10 years ago, he continued his self-promoted tour, and developed into a unique, western, swing band with his wit and charm playing along with his unconventional instrumentation of fiddle, upright bass fiddle, and drums, with a steel guitar playing lead Doug has received a Will Rogers Cowboy Award for Western Music Male Performer of the Year from the Academy of Western Artists He also received an Entertainer of the Year award from the Texas Music Awards

Strangelove vs Rio (A Tribuite to Depeche Mode and Duran Duran)

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Strangelove vs Rio (A Tribuite to Depeche Mode and Duran Duran)

06-29-2012 - 06-29-2012

Warehouse Live

http://www.warehouselive.com/

Warehouse Live - 813 Saint Emanuel Houston TX 77003

Admission: $1500-$2000

713225LIVE (5483)

http://warehouselive.frontgatetickets.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 7:00pm Show: 8:00pm

Warehouse Live presents Strangelove vs Rio (A Tribuite to Depeche Mode and Duran Duran) Strangelove is a Depeche Mode cover band who is spot on!! You will think you are at a greatest hits Depeche Mode show They not only look and sound like DM but they have a stage show to match They set up the stage just as DM has on one of their tours (stage set up changes) and bring you all the DM hits Rio also out of California makes you think you are seeing Simon, John, Andy, Nick and Roger in the flesh They look and sound amazing and put on a show just like DD would Check out the bands' websites: http://depechetributecom/ http://wwwdurandurantributebandcom/#!

Ginger Leigh

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Ginger Leigh

06-29-2012 - 06-29-2012

Anderson Fair

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Anderson Fair - 2007 Grant Houston TX 77006

Admission: $2000 cover charge

832-767-2785

http://www.andersonfair.com/

Start Time(s): Doors open at 8 PM and music starts around 9

Anderson Leigh presents Ginger Leigh Ginger Leigh adds value and delight to every environment she enters As a global artist featuring a variety of styles from rock to Latin to pop, blues and jazz, Leigh brings a classy modern mix of uniquely high-spirited music and entertainment Leigh’s drive and ambition go unmatched Her career was kick-started as the lead-singer in her first professional performing band at the age of 9 and she has continued on the road to success ever since Her highly energetic, visually stunning performances are not confined to one genre, rather crossing over, and she makes each performance her own, leaving the audience knowing that what they received will never be repeated Her latest CD, “Better Than Well – Live at the Saxon,” is an on-disc rendering of her live stage show backed by some of Austin’s top-notch musicians Leigh has self-released 8 CD’s since 1996 She is prolific, driven, and generous You will often find her assembling other musicians for causes, for her own concert-series “Love on the Lawn” established in 2003, touring, and emceeing Not only does Leigh work hard at promoting her own musical endeavors, but is also a published music critic for Central Texas’ N2 Magazine It’s not surprising Leigh appeals to large demographic around the globe

La Perichole

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

La Perichole

06-29-2012 - 06-29-2012

Franco-American Vocal Academy (FAVA)

http://favaopera.org/

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

713-599-1271 or 281-FREE-FUN

Start Time(s): 8-10 pm

The Franco-American Vocal Academy presents its repertoire of French Operetta La Périchole at Miller Outdoor Theatre Vocal stars of tomorrow delight audiences in Offenbach’s frolicking musical farce set in Peru, Friday, June 29 at 8pm The performance, staged to be sung in French by 22 young singers, is based on the life of Micaela Villegas, a beloved 18th century Peruvian entertainer and the famous mistress of Manuel de Amat y Juniet, Viceroy of Peru from 1761 to 1776 The story highlights two impoverished Peruvian street-singers too poor to afford a marriage license, and a lecherous viceroy, Don Andrès de Ribeira, who wishes to make La Périchole his mistress

Rob Baird

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Rob Baird

06-29-2012 - 06-29-2012

Firehouse Saloon

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Firehouse Saloon - 5930 SW Freeway and Fountainview Houston TX 77057

Admission: $1000 All shows are 21 & up unless noted

(713) 977-1962

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Start Time(s): ALL concerts start at 9:15pm with the Headliner starting at 11:15pm Unless otherwise Noted!

The Firehouse Saloon presents Rob Baird With Special Guest: The Washers Rob Baird will be the first one to tell you that he hasn’t always been 100%, shall we say, forthright as a songwriter Back in college (not too terribly long ago), he recorded an album that he has since “completely buried” — primarily, he says, because back then, “I just wasn’t writing about anything that really meant anything to me” His next album, 2010’s Blue Eyed Angels (which he considers his proper debut), was a fair deal closer to his heart, but even then he was still an artist in search of himself Songs like “Could Have Been My Baby,” “Blue Eyed Angels” and especially “Fade Away” all demonstrated that he was ultra-confident in the hooks department and talented enough to sound like he knew what he was doing, but Baird himself was still not entirely convinced By striking contrast, one listen to his new album, the aptly titled I Swear It’s the Truth, and it’s clear that Baird has not only found his sincere artistic identity, but grabbed his sense of purpose by the wheel and pushed pedal to the metal “I’m moving like the wind through the trees, like a train on a track, there ain’t no stopping me,” he declares on the opening “Dreams and Gasoline “Let the wheels spin free” Three years of touring successfully can have an effect on one’s confidence, as does the benefit of just having a little more time to mature Baird, now 25, wrote and recorded Blue Eyed Angels when he was only 21, at the end of his senior year at Fort Worth’s Texas Christian University Baird stayed in Texas after graduation (relocating to Austin) and began carving out his own niche But even as Blue Eyed Angels found traction on regional radio on the strength of his steady touring and solid singles like “Could Have Been My Baby” and “Fade Away,” Baird formulated his own style, cut with guitars both jangly and crunchy and crisscrossed by rivers of pedal steel and tasteful organ, that quickly set him apart from rest of the Texas crowd Since then, Baird has drawn favorable comparisons to artists from the wider Americana landscape like Ryan Adams, Chris Knight, John Mellencamp, and Tom Petty Scott Davis, long-time Hayes Carll band member, produced both Blue Eyed Angels and I Swear It’s the Truth “I met Scott through my first manager, and he started taking me under his wing,” Baird says “Scott was a pretty big influence as far as going, ‘You can be two kinds of people: You can be a party band, or you can try to be an artist’” Baird picked the latter Last March — three years after making Blue Eyed Angels but less than a year after the album’s release — Baird and Davis began work on I Swear It’s the Truth at Austin’s Cedar Creek Recording studio They had to work around both Baird’s and Carll’s touring schedules, though, which allowed Baird plenty of time to fine tune his latest batch of songs and Davis time to assemble the perfect team In addition to Baird (guitar) and Davis (guitar, banjo, piano, and organ), the album features guitarist Keith Gattis; Carll’s rhythm section of drummer Kenny Smith and bassist Cody Foote; pedal steel and dobro players Ricky Ray Jackson and Ben Kitterman; and background vocal support from Kelly Mickwee of the Trishas and Ed Jurdi and Gordy Quist of the Band of Heathens Near the end of the sessions in January, guitarist Woodrow Morgan and drummer Nate Coon from Baird’s road band came in to play on one of the pedal-steel laced “Same Damn Thing” “That’s actually my favorite song on the record, I think,” says Baird of “Same Damn Thing,” one of several he collaborated on with co-writer Rick Brantley “It describes pretty much how you feel every time you play, no matter if it’s a good show or a bad show By the time that you’re walking out of the bar at 3 in the morning, you’re like, ‘Dude … everything’s good, but what an interesting life this is’” Baird and Brantley also co-wrote “Dreams and Gasoline” (another slice of life on the road) and the album’s emotionally gripping centerpiece, “Redemption” “He’s really into desperation, the small town kind of stuff, and I am, too, so we complemented each other on that,” Baird says “‘Redemption’ has a real kind of loneliness thing going on; it seems like a lot of these songs have that theme” In addition to Brantley, Baird also co-wrote songs with fellow Texas-based artists Ryan Beaver (“Along the Way,” “More Than Willing”) and Drew Kennedy (“Don’t Cry for Me”), as well as one with East Nashville’s Andrew Combs (the trenchant “Black and Blue”) Baird wrote the decidedly more optimistic-leaning (but still lonely!) “Can’t Stop Running” solo, and the album is rounded out by three outside contributions: Combs’ “Please Please”; “40 Days and 40 Nights,” by Brantley, Mark Shelby, and Tia Sellers; and “I Can’t Get Over You,” by Americana mainstay Buddy Miller The miller song was a longtime favorite of Baird’s that he turned to during a trying time in a relationship, which made it the perfect coda for I’ll Swear It’s the Truth, an album that rings emotionally true from beginning to end “I just think it’s a really honest record, and it’s kind of the only record that I knew how to make at this point,” says Baird “‘I’ll swear it’s the truth’ is how I feel about all of these songs I’ve definitely felt this way in the past three or four years, and I feel like this is a pretty strong collection of songs representing where I am now and what I’m trying to do, whether it’s for better or worse “I’ve really spent a lot of time trying to perfect my writing, or at least trying to figure out who I am and convey that better in my songs, and trying to perfect the live show, because I want to be around for awhile,” he continues “I just want longevity If it takes a long time to figure out how to get enough fans to be able to tour the country and stay out there, then that’s fine Because if it’s just going to be a flash-in-the-pan kind of deal, it doesn’t seem like it’s worth doing”

T-Bird & the Breaks

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

T-Bird & the Breaks

06-29-2012 - 06-29-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1000

7135339525

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Start Time(s): 10pm

Continental Club presents T-Bird & the Breaks ”T-Bird & the Breaks bring a relentless hip-hop swagger to vintage funk and soul grooves” – Houston Press T Bird and the Breaks are one of those gangs of people who could have easily banded together to steal hubcaps or hustle you out of your last dollar in a game of street craps Lucky for all involved, they chose to make music The core of this band of musical miscreants consists of Tim Crane on vocals and piano and an unstoppable rhythm section consisting of longtime partner in crime Sammy Patlove on drums and Cody Furr on bass Johnny “Too Bad” Allison and Sasha Ortiz, on guitar and vocals, add the icing on the red velvet cake With a sound that pulls from the origins of hip hop, the alleyways of the Crescent City, the grease and grime of an old-school soul review, and all seven of the deadly sins, the Breaks have developed into a locomotive; slowly pumping across America, leaving crowds drenched with sweat and walking funny the next morning By playing show after sold-out show, T Bird and the Breaks have amassed a die-hard following of fans from Texas to the Bird’s home state of Massachusetts to San Francisco and back again Currently, the band is hoarding miles of tape — song after song with a new sound — waiting for the moment when the people are ready to hear the sickness that plagues T Bird and the Breaks: chunk music

Summerfest: Pearland Summer Concert Series (Fridays in Southdown Park)

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Summerfest: Pearland Summer Concert Series (Fridays in Southdown Park)

05-04-2012 - 06-29-2012

Pearland Parks & Recreation

http://www.pearlandparks.com/

Southdown Park - 2150 Country Place Parkway Pearland TX 77584

Admission: Free and open to the public

281-652-1673 or 2814128906

ccapers@ci.pearland.tx.us

Start Time(s): Fridays 7pm - 9pm

Pearland Parks & Recreation presents Summerfest, their Summer Concert Series Come out and relax to the tunes of a live band every Friday during the months of May and June! The splash pad and playground are available for the kids A food vendor is onsite selling delicious treats Or bring your own! Just remember, glass containers are prohibited We host a different band each week including Caribbean, Country Western, Top 40 and Variety Bands Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and spend the evening relaxing with your family and friends! ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE: May 4 - Grupo Vida (Tejano) May 11 - Level One Band (Motown, Soul, Disco, Classic Rock) May 18 - Grateful Geezers (Blues, Soul, 70’s Funk & Classic Rock) May 25 - Kelly McGuire (Caribbean & Tropical) June 1 - Mango Punch (Latin Rock & Salsa) June 8 - Incendio (Latin Guitar World Fusion) June 15 - The Road Home Band (Blues, Funk & Gospel) June 22 - Hamilton Loomis (Rock, Blues & Soul) June 29 - Texas Unlimited Band (Texas Dance Hall Music) BABY SHOWER This year at Summerfest, we are celebrating babies! We want to make sure that every child in the City of Pearland has the essentials and we need your help Every week we will be collecting baby items that will be donated to the Pearland Neighborhood Center Please help us by bringing baby food, formula, clothes, diapers, blankets, strollers, toys or any other baby items to the concert to donate Items should be dropped off at the HEB Plus! Booth on-site at the concert After the concert, we will deliver all of the donations to the Pearland Neighborhood Center

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Ray Price

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: Dinner/Show $118 / $98 / $78 Price Includes: Salad, Choice of Entrée, Dessert, Beverage

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 2 shows: 5:00pm & 8:30pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Ray Price (2 Shows!) The careers of many country music superstars, such as Willie Nelson, Roger Miller, Johnny Paycheck, Darrell McCall, Buddy Emmons, and Johnny Bush, began with Ray, the Cherokee Cowboy Release Me, Crazy Arms, Heartaches by the Number, City Lights, My Shoes Keep Walking Back to You, For the Good Times, You’re the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me, and Danny Boy Ray Price (born January 12, 1926 in Perryville, Texas) is an American country and western singer/songwriter/guitarist Some of his more famous songs include "Release Me", "Crazy Arms", "Heartaches By the Number", "City Lights", "My Shoes Keep Walking Back To You", "For The Good Times", "I Won't Mention It Again", "The Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me", and "Danny Boy" His hits helped draw pop stars to the song catalogs represented by Nashville publishers, and his recording career is synonymous with the rise of Nashville as a recording center Many of those he helped along the way, including his longtime producer Don Law, are now themselves members of the Country Music Hall of Fame Like his voice and his ear for powerful songs, his skill as a bandleader and his will to make music the Ray Noble Price way is undiminished He was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1996

10 Years

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

10 Years

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

Warehouse Live

http://www.warehouselive.com/

Warehouse Live - 813 Saint Emanuel Houston TX 77003

Admission: $1750 - $2000

713225LIVE (5483)

http://warehouselive.frontgatetickets.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 7:00pm Show: 8:30pm

Warehouse Live presents 10 Years With Fair To Midland, Kyng Jesse Hasek – vocals Ryan “Tater” Johnson – guitar Lewis Cosby – bass Brian Vodinh – guitar/drums The members of 10 Years might not have used the word crossroads when they began the making of their newest Universal Republic album, but all would concur the wolf was at the door Figuratively and literally – agree frontman Jesse Hasek and bassist Lewis Cosby; Fighting off the most unforgiving of predatory assaults that comes with the territory of a respected, veteran band like 10 Years who bears the scars of every battle won or lost along the way The close-knit members’ core creed has always demanded they set their own standards – answering only to their collective challenges as a band, wolves and industry naysayers…be damned The difference this time is they called on all their might And more than a little wisdom The aptly titled result – Feeding The Wolves – thunders out from their storm- charred legacy as the heaviest album they’ve made in nearly a decade, a gift to loyal fans long promised darker hues from the Tennessee band, and maybe a much needed ‘opening’ for a rock world starving for some kick-ass direction, of late Ironically, both Jesse and Lewis also cite the ‘drift’ after 2008’s prophetically titled Division - an album that was made after nearly two years on the road – as another factor in the path back to 10 Years’ reclamation: A trial by fire and those not-as-obvious corrosive elements that can whittle away at a band’s interior compass The entire period became emblematic of the push-and-pull going on within 10 Years, truly a band that was stretched to its limits “I think every band who has some success goes through it,” says Lewis “But there were days after a show where I’d actually wonder ‘was this our last?’ We went through all kinds of changes during the Division cycle Personnel changes, management changes – a lot of negativity rippling through our camp We even made that record outside Seattle where we ended up only feeling more disconnected We eventually decided to take some time away and get some perspective” A clean break can be cathartic – but never a guarantee that the players will reconvene on the same page The band promised themselves before gathering for this album that getting back into that rehearsal room with their collective ‘headspace’ intact was priority number one Ever since 2001, when the group replaced their original vocalist with Jesse Hasek, 10 Years seemed to sense that being armed with signature sound and fury would eventually gain them one of the most loyal audiences in rock Lewis says it was all about coming to the same conclusion without making any pronouncements “It’s the most cooperative thing we’ve ever done by far It’s like we all had the same epiphany without really having to talk about it too much You’d be cheating yourself if you don’t sit down and listen to the entire album We left it all there for everyone to hear”

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - Texas Music Festival Orchestra Series: Grand Finale - Cinematic Virtuosity

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - Texas Music Festival Orchestra Series: Grand Finale - Cinematic Virtuosity

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

University of Houston - Moores School of Music

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/index.html

University of Houston - Moores Opera House - 3800 Cullen Blvd Houston TX 77204-0001

713-743-3313

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/season/tickets.html

Start Time(s): 7:30pm 6:30 pm, Jane Blaffer Owen Plaza, Moores School of Music, University of Houston Pre-concert performances and refreshments by local food trucks

Houston Symphony: Sounds Like Fun! 2012 - Classical Jukebox

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Houston Symphony: Sounds Like Fun! 2012 - Classical Jukebox

05-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org

Various locations around Houston - Houston TX 77003

Admission: Free Events

713-224-7575

Start Time(s): See dates/times/locations above

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Chamber Music Concert: Homage to Women Composers

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Chamber Music Concert: Homage to Women Composers

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $2000 Student $1000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents a Chamber Music Concert: Homage to Women Composers in Festival Concert Hall, Saturday, June 30 at 1:30pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Yuko Uebayashi “Au-delà du temps” for 2 flutes and piano Joan Tower “Rising” for flute and strings Amy Beach Theme and Variations for flute and strings FEATURING: Carol Wincenc and *Mary Kerr, flutes; Jonathan Swartz and Erica Kiesewetter, (pictured above) violins; Nancy Buck, viola; Jesús Castro-Balbi, cello; *Jenny Dou, piano READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Joe King Carrasco & The Crowns

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Joe King Carrasco & The Crowns

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

Miller Theatre Advisory Board

http://milleroutdoortheatre.com/events/271/

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

281-FREE-FUN (281-373-3386)

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-10:30pm

Miller Outdoor Theatre presents Joe King Carrasco & The Crowns With Brownout, Saturday, June 30 at 7:30pm The king of Tex-Mex rock and roll visits Miller with his cross-cultural stew blend of cumbias, calypso, salsa, surf, reggae, and Latin-tinged polkas Brownout opens with their special brand of Latin funk! It has been a long road, coming from Dumas,Texas, a dusty little west Texas town where in the 7th grade he started playing in garage bands In his late teens, he was often lured to the beaches in Southern Mexico and was drawn to the Mexican music he was hearing around him Back in Texas he joined up with future members of the Texas Tornados and in 1979 released his 1st LP titled “Tex-Mex Rock & Roll” Somehow this record made its way to England and was re-released by Big Beat Records In 1979, he formed Joe King Carrasco and the Crowns featuring Vox organ-driven Tex-mex pop The Crowns, released their first single, “Party Weekend”, and the label chase began and soon the band was playing chic New York venues and generating lines around the block The band became one of the first American groups signed to England's legendary Stiff Records During this time Joe toured extensively throughout Europe, Central America, Bolivia and Columbia as well as across the USA and Canada, consistently delivering high energy performances where dancing was the numero uno priority Rounding out his assault on the International music scene with an in-depth interview in Rolling Stone Magazine and an appearance performing his music on Saturday Night Live His song “Party Weekend” which is still known as the quintessential party anthem, was re-released by MTV as Party Christmas, making Joe King Carrasco a household name to MTV viewers across the country Joe's music is enhanced with an even greater Latin influence after living and studying in Nicaragua in the mid 1980's His songs dealt with the unjust political situation of that period in Central America, and the resulting albums were; "Bordertown", "Bandido Rock" (off of which the song "Pachucco Hop" was recorded by the French group Mano Negra on their first platinum selling CD), and "Royal Loyal & Live" (with the only live recording of the hit song “Party Weekend”) Joe King Carrasco was inducted into the Austin Music Hall of Fame in 2002 and was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Texas Music Academy in 2012 He was inducted a second time into the Austin Music Hall of Fame in 2012 along with his band, The Crowns Because dogs are such an important part of his life, in 2011, joe started a non profit group, Viva Perros (wwwvivaperrosorg ) to support homeless, abused and neglected dogs find a better life Part of the profits from his last live CD, Concierto Para Los Perros, will be donated to dog rescue groups via Viva Perros, LLC In June of 2011, Joe King Carrasco reunited with the original Crowns, and spent the summer playing across Texas Teamed up with organist/accordionist Kris Cummings, bassist Brad Kizer, and drummer Mike Navarro, they went back to the studio and recorded a new CD, “Que Wow”, which they released during the SXSW Music Festival in Austin, Texas in March of 2012 When not touring with The Crowns, Joe King Carrasco can be found at his musical home in Puerto Vallarta, Nacho Daddy, a Mex-Tex restaurant and club Its walls are tapered with memories, such as posters and photographs of Joes' musical history and travels around the world Holding court at Nacho Daddy gives Joe King a palace to rock his Tex-Mex and transport those who drink the magic flavored "margaritas" to a place where the "Party Weekend" goes on forever Joe King Carrasco spends much of his spare time writing music, riding his bike through the streets of Puerto Vallarta, and relentlessly searching for the perfect desolate beach to hang out with his dogs He can often be found exploring the twisty back roads from Coahuila all the way to Chiapas, chasing down good inspiration for another Tex-Mex song With thousands of live performances under his belt, over 18 albums to his credit, and fans circling the globe, it's little wonder Joe King Carrasco is still the #1 party act on the planet

An Evening With Howard Jones

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

An Evening With Howard Jones

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1725 - General Admission 4-pack per tick $2300 - General Admission $2500 - General Admission Day of Show $3500 - Upper Balcony $5500 - VIP Lower Balcony

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=73442

Start Time(s): Doors: 07:30 PM Show: 08:30 PM

House of Blues presents An Evening With Howard Jones It was in 1983 that Howard Jones first burst upon the contemporary music scene and brought his very English song-writing and pioneering synthesizers to an unsuspecting world Anyone who was around in the mid to late eighties will remember those high energy gigs and his first two albums Human’s Lib and Dream into Action They lived in the higher reaches of the album charts in the UK, USA, Germany, Italy, Sweden, Canada, Australia and many other countries in the 1984-86 period and the hits kept coming New Song, What is Love?, Pearl in the Shell, Hide and Seek,(which he performed at Live Aid in 1985), Like to Get to Know You Well, Look Mama, Things Can only Get Better, Everlasting Love and the quintessential No One is To Blame, which reached No1 in the US Now Howard Jones has re-mastered those first two classic albums ‘Human’s Lib’ and ‘Dream into Action’ and played them both live in their entirety for the first time on November 6th 2010 at the IndigO2 in London’s O2 Arena Complex A classically trained pianist, Jones applied his technique to the early synths particularly the Roland Juno 60, the Jupiter 8 and the Moog Prodigy He also pioneered the classic Roland 808 drum machine and the Sequential Pro-One In the early days he was triggering sequencers live on stage whilst playing and singing, something that no one had done before These days he still operates on the cutting edge of today’s technology and has been one of the leading exponents of the Roland Fantom G8 and the Roland V-piano He has also been working closely with Roland on the development of the 2011 Jupiter 80 which he will be using on stage Many contemporary giants of the dance world have shown interest in working with Howard which has resulted in tracks such as ‘And do you Feel Scared?’ with Eric Prydz and ‘Into the Dark’ with Ferry Corsten Jones continues to tour extensively and will be playing multiple dates and festivals in 2011/2012 with Robbie Bronnimann on live sequencing/sampling and effects using Ableton Live and various controllers, and Jonathan Atkinson on electronic drums Always one to take chances, Jones continues to write great songs inspired by his Buddhist beliefs as is evident on his latest studio album ‘Ordinary Heroes’ which features a string quartet on every track and one of the best Welsh male voice choirs in the world The Morriston on the song ‘Soon You’ll Go’ But 2011 will mark the return of one of the true eighties icons and godfathers of modern electronic dance music in full electric mode If you were too young the first time around it’ll be a chance to find out where all those beats and sounds came from, and if you were around it’ll bring all those memories flooding back Photo credit: Simon Fowler / howardjonescom

Waterway Nights (Saturdays)

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Waterway Nights (Saturdays)

06-02-2012 - 06-30-2012

The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau

http://www.thewoodlandscvb.com/

Waterway Square - 31 Waterway Avenue The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: “Waterway Nights” is free and open to the public thanks to The Woodlands Development Company, Munday Chevrolet, and Local State Farm Insurance Agents – Corey LeJeune, Kyle Sherburne and Joared Dolan Limited, free curbside parking is available along Lake Robbins Drive, Waterway Avenue, Waterway Square Place, and Timberloch Place Additional parking is available at the 24 Waterway Parking Garage (corner of Fountain Plaza & Lake Robbins Drive), the Waterway Square Parking Garage (between Fountain Plaza and Woodloch Court) and the parking lot along the corner of Waterway Avenue and Timberloch Place, prices vary

281-363-2447

info@thewoodlandscvb.com

Start Time(s): Saturdays, from 6 pm to 8 pm

Free family fun continues at Waterway Square in The Woodlands with the return of Waterway Nights featuring live music and strolling entertainers every Saturday in June from 6 pm – 8 pm Produced by The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau, this season’s line-up includes top country hits and rock n’ roll from the Dusty Spur Band, smooth jazz with the Legacy Band, party-and-dance favorites by Little Queen Band, the variety band Reflex, and local favorite Route 66 “Waterway Nights” entertainment schedule is as follows: June 2: Dusty Spur Band Balloonist and Clown June 9: Legacy Juggler/Unicyclist and Face Painter June 16: Little Queen Band Balloonist and Clown June 23: Reflex Juggler/Unicyclist and Face Painter June 30: Route 66 Magician/Stilt Walker and Face Painter While at Waterway Square, dine at one of more than 15 restaurants surrounding the area or pack a picnic to enjoy while listening to great live music “Waterway Square continues to be one of the most popular live music settings in the area,” says Nick Wolda, president of The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau “People of all ages gather to enjoy a relaxing summer evening listening to the sounds of local and regional favorites” For more information on The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau, please visit wwwthewoodlandscvbcom or call 281-363-2447 “Like” The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau on Facebook at wwwFacebookcom/VisitTheWoodlands and “follow” them on Twitter wwwtwittercom/TheWoodlandsCVB

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Orchestra Concert

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Orchestra Concert

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $2500 Student $1500

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 3:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents an Orchestra Concert in Festival Concert Hall, Saturday, June 30 at 3:30pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Charles Tomlinson Griffes “The Pleasure Dome of Kubla Khan” Jonathan Leshnoff Concerto for 2 Percussionists and Orchestra (World premiere) Aaron Copland Symphony No 3 FEATURING: Texas Festival Orchestra Michael Stern, (pictured above) conductor Todd Meehan and Doug Perkins, percussionists READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Chamber Music Concert

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Chamber Music Concert

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $2000 Student $1000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents a Chamber Music Concert in Festival Concert Hall, Saturday, June 30 at 7:30pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Tibor Harsanyi (1898-1954) Nonet (1930) Christopher Rouse (b 1949) “Compline”(1996) Claude Debussy/ Schoenberg “Prelude à l’Après-midi d’un Faune” FEATURING: Faculty and Young Artists Stefan Sanders, (pictured above) conductor READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Create A Monster

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Create A Monster

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

Dan Electro's Guitar Bar

http://www.danelectrosguitarbar.com

Dan Electro's Guitar Bar - 1031 E 24th Houston TX 77009

Admission: $1500

713-862-8707

bobcat@danelectrosguitarbar.com

http://www.danelectrosguitarbar.com

Start Time(s): 8:00 PM

Dan Electro's Guitar Bar presents Create A Monster, Saturday, June 30 at 8pm Longtime Texas rockers, Podunk, have a new project called Create A Monster This is their debut performance in the Houston market In the summer of 2011, three longtime friends from the Golden Triangle area of southeast Texas – Jason Touchette (vocals/guitars), Paul Soroski (bass), and Keith Slack (drums) – got together to make some music just for fun After a weekend of jamming, writing, and recording, they had a dozen songs on tape and a freshly ignited fire in their hearts This was more than a weekend of fun for these accomplished musicians, and more than just the birth a new band that could do anything its members wanted it to do This was the creation of a monster The initial trio had cut its collective teeth on the big rock sounds of the 70s, a time when experimentation and diversity were celebrated, a time when musicians had to prove themselves onstage without the benefit of the technological advances that allow just about anyone to become a hit artist today With the addition of Blake Sticker – a hotshot young guitarist who has been making a name for himself in the Golden Triangle over the past few years – the Monster found both its missing piece and a true kindred spirit Together, the band has already written and recorded over 20 songs of timeless rock ‘n’ roll that capture all of the bombast and spirit of the glory days of the genre while staring straight into the future With no restrictions in place, the Monster has been able to take the feeling and the soul of rock ‘n’ roll from every generation and create a groundbreaking new sound that is uniquely its own Create A Monster is set to explode with the release of its debut album and a worldwide tour Look out world: there’s a Monster coming Photo credit: Yvnonne Bishop Photography

CCA Texas Concert for Conservation (featuring Pat Green)

Fri, 25 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

CCA Texas Concert for Conservation (featuring Pat Green)

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

Coastal Conservation Association (CCA Texas)

http://www.ccatexas.org/

Sam Houston Race Park - 7575 N Sam Houston Parkway West Houston TX 77064

Admission: GA - $4000 VIP - $15000 *VIP includes special VIP section in front of stage & private cash bar

800-211-3381

http://www.shrp.com/liveracing_june30.html

Start Time(s): Concert Gates: 2:30PM Showtime: 3:30PM

Sam Houston Race Park and CCA Texas present a Concert for Conservation on Saturday, June 30th at Sam Houston Race Park! Pat Green will headline the concert with special guests Jerry Jeff Walker, Sammy Kershaw, Gene Watson, Brant Croucher and Kevin Charles & The Trucker's Band It’s impossible to know your limits without testing them It’s a truth that Pat Green has employed in his career, one that has propelled him to repeatedly refashion his sound, his approach and his own perception of who he is He’s simultaneously a Grammy-nominated hit maker with an outsider reputation, a Texas inspiration and a mainstream country artist who can rock arena and stadium stages with the likes of Keith Urban and Kenny Chesney Each of those roles has its own place But each of them is too small to define Pat Green, who after 15 years in the recording business has earned the right to be everything Pat Green can be Without limitations “I’d much rather be me and comfortable in my own skin than trying to be five different guys to get to the top,” he says “There’s a man inside of me now that didn’t used to live here, whereas there was only a boy before,” he says “The boy was so strong and had done so much, so I’m kind of seeing things in a new way The last couple years have really been an eye opener, much more intense and richer” That’s a large statement – Green’s life and career have already been filled with rich experiences He’s co-written songs with Willie Nelson, Brad Paisley, Jewel and Rob Thomas Appeared on such national TV shows as Austin City Limits, Jimmy Kimmel Live! and The Late Show With David Letterman Been hailed by Billboard, USA Today, Esquire, People and Country Weekly Toured with the likes of Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban and the Dave Matthews Band And become a concert force in his own right, regularly selling out venues from Los Angeles to New York, where he’s now sold out his last seven appearances All of that is impressive But it’s also history As much as he appreciates it, Green puts it in his place: “It’s such a drag when you’re living in the past” Green may be recognized for those past achievements, but he doesn’t intend to be limited by them as he continues to progress creatively And that progress will come by simply testing what it means to be Pat Green “I want to be me,” he says “There are so many people who live with so many masters in their lives I really just need one”

2012 Van's Warped Tour

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Van's Warped Tour

07-01-2012 - 07-01-2012

Reliant Park

http://www.reliantpark.com

Reliant Park - One Reliant Park Houston TX 77054

Admission: US $3400 TICKET PRICE INCLUDES $25 TO CHARITY Parking Fee per vehicle is $10

1-800-745-3000

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004873EBC9B34A?artistid=807329&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=60

Start Time(s): 11am

Reliant Park presents 2012 Van's Warped Tour, Sunday, July 1, 2012 at 11:00 am The Van's Warped Tour is coming to Reliant Park! With multiple stages and tons of bands, you do not want to miss this! Renowned for bringing skate/punk/action sports and youth culture to the forefront on a global scale, the Vans Warped Tour® is calling and summer is here… The full VANS WARPED TOUR 2012 multi-stage line-up has now been revealed including Rise Against, who will join other previously announced main stage artists All Time Low, Taking Back Sunday, Anti-Flag, Yellowcard, The Used, Four Year Strong, New Found Glory, Pierce The Veil, Falling In Reverse, Breathe Carolina and more The VANS WARPED TOUR–a mix of hotly-tipped and established artists–continues to be the most eclectic traveling festival tour on the planet featuring rock, punk, pop, hip-hop and rap, metal, indie rock, electronic, alt-country, folk-punk, dubstep, reggae and rockabilly See all 2012 acts and listen to music in the grid below For the full list of confirmed artists, visit: wwwvanswarpedtourcom/bands

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival

06-04-2012 - 07-01-2012

University of Houston - Moores School of Music

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/index.html

Various locations around Houston - Houston TX 77003

713-743-3313

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/season/tickets.html

Start Time(s): See days/dates/times above WHERE: Moores Opera House and Dudley Recital Hall (Fine Arts Bldg) University of Houston Main Campus (I-45 at Cullen Blvd, Entrance #16) Houston, TX Annenberg Presidential Conference Center, Texas A&M University 1002 George Bush Drive W, College Station, TX 77843 Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77380

Classical music's rising stars will align in Houston June 4-July 1 for the Immanuel and Helen Olshan TEXAS MUSIC FESTIVAL (TMF), with performances by outstanding student musicians and distinguished conductors and faculty artists from all over the world Boasting orchestral masterworks, chamber music, jazz, guitar, voice, and piano, the Texas Music Festival presents nearly 50 performances, master classes and seminars at the University of Houston (UH) Moores School of Music at venues throughout the Houston area and at Texas A&M University in College Station The one-month music residency is now in its 23rd season “A record number of students -- nearly 400 -- applied to The Texas Music Festival Orchestral Institute this year representing such noted music schools as The Juilliard School, Cleveland and Peabody Institutes of Music, Eastman School of Music, and Houston’s Shepherd and Moores Schools of Music,” said Alan Austin, TMF General and Artistic Director as well as a former participant in TMF According to Austin, 95 participants (Orchestra Fellows) were chosen by competitive live and recorded auditions This year’s Festival attracted musicians from 13 foreign countries Each TMF Orchestra concert will kick off with an outdoor festival on the school’s Jane Blaffer Owen Plaza, featuring pre-concert musical performances and refreshments by local food trucks Based at the Moores School of Music at UH, TMF challenges the Festival Orchestra participants each week by presenting a new, full symphonic program under a new conductor of international stature There are performances by the Festival Orchestra (Orchestra Series), faculty artists (PERSPECTIVES Series: Chamber Music and Jazz), Le Chiavi: The Keys to Bel Canto (voice), theClassical Minds Guitar Festival and Competition, and summer institutes for high school jazz and piano students The TMF Orchestral Fellows study and rehearse under the direction of an international faculty of conductors and artists/teachers who also perform on the PERSPECTIVES Series concerts, presented weekly at Texas A&M University and in the Moores Opera House at the University of Houston Highlights of the 2012 TMF season include: Four PERSPECTIVES: Festival Artist Chamber Music and Jazz series concerts featuring innovative programming and stellar performances of jazz and classical music by Festival faculty, guest artists and the Texas Music Festival Jazz Project Conductors: Josep Caballé-Domenech (Colorado Springs Symphony), Daniel Hege (Wichita Symphony), Franz Anton Krager (Moores School of Music), Lavard Skou-Larsen (Salzburg Chamber Soloists) Soloists with TMF orchestra: Cynthia Clayton (soprano), Heather Scanio (mezzo-soprano), Vale Rideout (tenor), Hector Vasquez (baritone) and Houston Symphony Chorus, Charles Hausmann, director; David Kirk, tuba; world-class soloist Dan Zhu, a TMF alum and 2000 winner of the Festival’s prestigious Cynthia Woods Mitchell Young Artist Competition (violin); and the 2012 Festival winner of the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Young Artist Competition (to be determined) A series of master classes in all instruments, featuring Festival faculty and guests For a complete listing, please visit wwwtmfuhedu Classical Minds Guitar Festival and Competition (June 12-17), including recitals by faculty, guest performers and competition winners TMF 2012 Performance Calendar Includes Festival Orchestra Series, Perspectives Series, Young Artist Chamber Music, Classical Minds Guitar Festival, and Institute Concerts June 4 (Mon), Annenberg Pres Conf Center, Texas A&M University, 7:30 pm June 5 (Tues), Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7:30 pm PERSPECTIVES 1: Texas Music Festival Jazz Project – Traditions in Transition The TMF Jazz Project is an all-star jazz orchestra composed of our state’s finest musicians Led by director/trumpeter Noe Marmolejo, the program traces a musical arch from the swing era all the way to Radiohead June 8 (Fri), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7:30 pm, FREE Le Chiavi: The Keys to Bel Canto Vocal Institute Final Concert Joseph Evans, Melanie Sonnenberg, directors Advanced young artists use the Keys of Bel Canto to unlock the secrets of music by some of opera's greatest composers June 9 (Sat) 6:30 pm, Jane Blaffer Owen Plaza, Moores School of Music, University of Houston Pre-concert performances and refreshments by local food trucks 7:30 pm, Moores Opera House FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA 1 – Celebratory Opening Franz Anton Krager, conductor Cynthia Clayton, soprano soloist Heather Scanio, mezzo-soprano soloist Vale Rideout, tenor soloist Hector Vasquez, baritone soloist Houston Symphony Chorus, Charles Hausmann, dir Hindemith: Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes by Carl Maria von Weber Beethoven: Symphony No 9 in D Minor, Op 125 June 10 (Sun), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 2 pm, FREE Cynthia Woods Mitchell Young Artist Competition Final Round Final competition round featuring solo performances by Festival Orchestra musicians Come and vote for your favorite performer to receive the Audience Favorite Award! June 11 (Mon), Annenberg Pres Conf Center, Texas A&M University, 7:30 pm PERSPECTIVES 2: Faculty Artist Chamber Music International Tour Take a musical tour of the world to various ports of call, travelling through France (Fauré’s Sonata for Violin and Piano), and ending in Germany (Brahms’ Piano Quartet in A Major), all performed by TMF faculty artists Performers include: Zuo Jun, Lucie Robert, violin; Ivo van der Werff, viola; Timothy Hester, Brian Suits, piano; others June 12 (Tues), Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7:30 pm PERSPECTIVES 2: Faculty Artist Chamber Music International Tour Take a musical tour of the world to various ports of call, travelling through France (Fauré’s Sonata for Violin and Piano), and ending in Germany (Brahms’ Piano Quartet in A Major), all performed by TMF faculty artists Performers include: Zuo Jun, Lucie Robert, violin; Ivo van der Werff, viola; Richard Belcher, cello; Timothy Hester, Brian Suits, piano; others June 12 (Tues), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7:30 pm CLASSICAL MINDS GUITAR FESTIVAL Artist Recital: Lynn McGrath and Frank Wallace June 13 (Wed), Room 160, Moores School of Music, 6 pm CLASSICAL MINDS GUITAR FESTIVAL Student Recital Student participants perform works for solo guitar June 15 (Fri), Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7 pm Jazz Institute Concert Noe Marmolejo, director Talented high school and college jazz musicians perform tunes ranging from classical to contemporary in a big band setting June 15 (Fri), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7:30 pm CLASSICAL MINDS GUITAR FESTIVAL Artist Recital: Michael Nicolella and Duo46 June 16 (Sat) 6:30 pm, Jane Blaffer Owen Plaza, Moores School of Music, University of Houston Pre-concert performances and refreshments by local food trucks 7:30 pm, Moores Opera House FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA 2 - International Tour Daniel Hege, conductor David Kirk, tuba soloist Prokofiev: Symphony No 1 in D Major, Op 25 “Classical” Vaughan Williams: Tuba Concerto in F Minor Barber: Overture to The School for Scandal, Op 5 Sibelius: Pohjola’s Daughter, Op 49 Debussy: La mer June 16 (Sat), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7:30 pm CLASSICAL MINDS GUITAR FESTIVAL Artist Recital: Edel Munoz and Les Freres Meduse June 17 (Sun), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 1 pm CLASSICAL MINDS GUITAR FESTIVAL Student Recital: Small Ensembles and Guitar Orchestra June 17 (Sun), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 2 pm, Tickets: $5 CLASSICAL MINDS GUITAR FESTIVAL Competition Finals Junior and High School division finalists June 18 (Mon), Annenberg Pres Conf Center, Texas A&M University, 7:30 pm June 19 (Tues), Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7:30 pm PERSPECTIVES 3: Faculty Artist Chamber Music Made in America Following our International Tour, we explore the music of our own native composers, with Aaron Copland’s Sonata for Violin and Piano, Michael Colgrass’ Variations for Viola and Drums, and Houston composer Pierre Jalbert’s Trio for Piano and Strings Performers: Kyung Sun Lee, Lucie Robert, violin; TBA, cello; Blake Wilkins, drums; Jeffrey Cohen, Brian Suits, piano June 21 (Thurs), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7 pm, FREE Young Artist Chamber Music Small ensemble performances by Orchestral Fellows June 22 (Fri), Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 8 pm, FREE June 23 (Sat) 6:30 pm, Jane Blaffer Owen Plaza, Moores School of Music, University of Houston Pre-concert performances and refreshments by local food trucks 7:30 pm, Moores Opera House FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA 3 – German Masters Lavard Skou-Larsen, conductor Winner, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Young Artist Competition, soloist Strauss: Death and Transfiguration, Op 24 TBA: Solo work performed by 2012 Competition winner Brahms: Symphony No 3 in F Major, Op 90 June 25 (Mon), Annenberg Pres Conf Center, Texas A&M University, 7:30 pm June 26 (Tues), Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7:30 pm PERSPECTIVES 4: Faculty Artist Chamber Music Grand Finale – Instrumental Colors Experience the wide variety of instrumental color on display in a program that includes Jennifer Higdon’s Trio for Piano and Strings and ends with Beethoven’s Septet for Strings and Winds Along the way, get rustic with Libby Larsen’s Barn Dances Performers include: Webster Trio (Leone Buyse, flute, Michael Webster, clarinet, Robert Moeling, piano); Andrzej Grabiec, Kirsten Yon, violin; Rita Porfiris, viola; Brinton Smith, cello; Dennis Whittaker, double bass; Randall Griffin, clarinet; TBA, horn; Richard Beene, bassoon June 27 (Wed), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7 pm, FREE Young Artist Chamber Music Small ensemble performances by Festival Orchestra musicians June 28 (Thurs), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7 pm, FREE Young Artist Chamber Music Small ensemble performances by Orchestral Fellows June 30 (Sat), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 10 am, FREE High School Piano Institute Ensemble Recital Nancy Weems, Tali Morgulis, directors Gifted high school pianists perform ensemble works June 30 (Sat) 6:30 pm, Jane Blaffer Owen Plaza, Moores School of Music, University of Houston Pre-concert performances and refreshments by local food trucks 7:30 pm, Moores Opera House FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA 4 Grand Finale: Cinematic Virtuosity Josep Caballé-Domenech, conductor Dan Zhu, violin soloist Dukas: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Korngold: Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D Major, Op 35 Bartók: Concerto for Orchestra, Sz 116/BB 123 July 1 (Sun), Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 10 am & 1 pm, FREE High School Piano Institute Recitals Nancy Weems, Tali Morgulis, directors Recitals by gifted high school pianists All programs and artists are subject to change Festival master class schedule available online at: wwwtmfuhedu/season/masterclasshtm l Conductor, composer, faculty bios and photos are available at: wwwtmfuhedu OR wwwclassuhedu/music/texasmusicfestival/about/indexhtml Orchestral Fellow bios and photos available at: wwwtmfuhedu/about/participantshtml

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - Young Artist Series

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

23rd Annual Immanuel & Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival - Young Artist Series

06-08-2012 - 07-01-2012

University of Houston - Moores School of Music

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/index.html

University of Houston - Moores School of Music - 3800 Cullen Blvd 120 School of Music Building Houston TX 77204-4017

Admission: All Young Artist Series Concerts are Free and Open to the Public PARKING: Moores School of Music, Free parking: wwwuhedu/class/music/events-performances/indexphp

713-743-3313

http://www.tmf.uh.edu/season/tickets.html

Start Time(s): See days/dates/times above All concerts are in Dudley Recital Hall or Moores Opera House See details above

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Patriotic Concert

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Patriotic Concert

07-01-2012 - 07-01-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $3000 Student $2000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 3:00 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents a Patriotic Concert in Festival Concert Hall, Sunday, July 1 at 3:00pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Texas Festival Orchestra Stefan Sanders, conductor featuring George Gershwin “Rhapsody in Blue” Eteri Andjaparidze, piano READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…) Pictured above: George Gershwin

Houston Symphony at CWMP: Star-Spangled Salute

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Houston Symphony at CWMP: Star-Spangled Salute

07-03-2012 - 07-03-2012

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

http://www.woodlandscenter.org/

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 2005 Lake Robbins Drive Spring TX 77380

Admission: Free event generously presented by The Woodlands Development Company

281-363-3300

info@woodlandscenter.org

Start Time(s): 8:00 pm Gates open at 6:30 pm

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Hkan Rosengren, clarinet - Master Class

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Hkan Rosengren, clarinet - Master Class

07-03-2012 - 07-03-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Håkan Rosengren, clarinet (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Tuesday, July 3 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals Internationally acclaimed clarinetist Håkan Rosengren has performed as soloist, recitalist and chamber musician all over Europe, the United States, Israel, Brazil and Asia—from Berlin, Beijing and Bratislava, to Tel Aviv, Vilnius and Warsaw In his native Sweden and other Nordic countries Rosengren has repeatedly performed as soloist with nearly every major orchestra, including the Helsinki Philharmonic, Swedish Radio Symphony, Royal Stockholm Philharmonic, Odense Symphony, Nordic Chamber Orchestra, Helsingborg Symphony, Royal Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Norrköping Symphony, Southern Jutland Symphony, Jönköping Symphony Orchestra, Umeå Sinfonietta and Malmö Symphony, among others About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Jesus Castro-Balbi, cello - Master Class

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Jesus Castro-Balbi, cello - Master Class

07-04-2012 - 07-04-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Jesús Castro-Balbi, cello (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Wednesday, July 4 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals Hailed as “an exceptional cellist” (Dallas Morning News), “an artist of the first rank, who commanded a huge range of volume, timbre and emotions” (Fort Worth Star Telegram), and praised for his “rich and warm tone, with lots of variety of inflection and nuance” (New York Concert Review), cellist Jesús Castro-Balbi is a dynamic presence on the international stage About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Summer Symphony Nights: Star-Spangled Salute

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Summer Symphony Nights: Star-Spangled Salute

07-04-2012 - 07-04-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org

Miller Outdoor Theatre - 6000 Hermann Park Drive Houston TX 77030

(281) FREE-FUN (373-3386)

http://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com/seating/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm

The Houston Symphony, and Miller Outdoor Theatre present Summer Symphony Nights: A Star Spangled Salute For more than 60 years, the Houston Symphony has brought the thrill of live performances to patrons at Miller Outdoor Theatre Admission is free for these concerts, but tickets are required for the seated area Star-Spangled Salute Wednesday, July 4, 8:30 pm Enjoy an evening with Michael Krajewski and the HoustonSymphony listening to patriotic, toe-tapping American music Simon & Garfunkel tribute artists Jonathan Beedle and AJ Swearingen join us for an evening you will not soon forget! FEATURING: Michael Krajewski, (pictured above) Principal Pops Conductor Jonathan Beedle & AJ Swearingen, vocalists Half & Half Saxophone Quartet (Fidelity Young Artist Competition Winners) Mitchell Brackett, Oscar Gonzalez, Zachary Martinez and Chase Skweres Make sure to stay until the end for the 1812 Overture—complete with booming cannons! This celebration concludes with a magnificent display of fireworks provided by Miller Theatre Advisory Board Produced by Houston Symphony Fireworks courtesy of Miller Theatre Advisory Board

John McVey & the Stumble

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John McVey & the Stumble

07-04-2012 - 07-04-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Pearland July 4th Celebration of Freedom

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Pearland July 4th Celebration of Freedom

07-04-2012 - 07-04-2012

Pearland Parks & Recreation

http://www.pearlandparks.com/

Admission: ADMISSION: FREE admission to the concert and fireworks show Parking: *FREE on-site parking or shuttle service provided from Bailey Campus (corner of Bailey & Veterans) & Pearland High School north lot

281-412-8900

Start Time(s): Carnival opens at 2 pm Gates open at 6 pm Fireworks begin at 9 pm

Pearland Parks & Recreation presents the Pearland July 4th Celebration of Freedom Location: Pearland High School Football Stadium Carnival opens at 2 pm; Gates open at 6 pm, Fireworks begin at 9 pm Join us in celebrating our country's independence! The celebration will begin with an explosion of excitement A full-size carnival will be on-site and open at 2 pm on Wednesday Stadium and field seating will be available at no charge beginning at 6 pm on Wednesday A VFW military salute will begin the evening's entertainment, followed by the National Anthem Then sit back, relax and sing along to the sounds of "Drywater", playing Top 40, R&B, and Country music At sundown, enjoy a spectacular 20-minute fireworks display from your seat inside the stadium Food is available for purchase or you can bring your own Please note that alcohol, glass containers, pets and tobacco are prohibited Activities will also be on-site including face painting, inflatables, jugglers and strolling magicians Admission is free and tickets for the carnival can be purchased on-site For more information, please call the Special Events Division at 2814128900

Sonny Boy Terry

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Sonny Boy Terry

07-05-2012 - 07-05-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Holland K Smith Band

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Holland K Smith Band

07-06-2012 - 07-06-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:30pm

Shakespeare Pub presents Holland K Smith It goes without saying that once you have seen Holland K Smith in action you'll be hooked on his special kind of Texas brewed blues Writers from across the country (and international critics too) agree that the Holland K Smith Band is a sure bet to be one of the top Jump Blues bands on tour anywhere! Sporting his 50's look with pompadour hair, goatee and blue jean attire, Holland brings his showmanship to a personal level as he interacts comfortably with his audience Holland K Smith is from Arlington, Texas and has taken his music as far away as Europe, South America and Asia From his original numbers and traditional Blues covers we can see that Holland is capable of satisfying anyone's appetite for good music

Zoso - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Zoso - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin

07-06-2012 - 07-06-2012

House of Blues

http://www.houseofblues.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1200 - General Admission $1500 - General Admission - Day of Show $1800 - Balcony Seating

88840BLUES

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74469

Start Time(s): Doors: 08:00 PM Show: 09:00 PM

House of Blues presents Zoso - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin ZOSO delivers the very finest rendition of Robert Plant, Jimmy Page and John Bonham since the death of Zep's drummer ZOSO's show astonishes critics who trashed the original band's metal genius, which has now become a mythological juggernaut Led by lead singer Matt Jernigan who nails Plant to a T, the California band, formed in 1995, plays some 200 dates a year, mostly to sold-out crowds of old fans and college kids alike With 40 songs and every move and technical aspect down to perfection, ZOSO is as close to The Hammer of the Gods as you're going to get Pictured: Matt Jernigan as Robert Plant

Symphony Summer in the City 2012: The Legend of Zelda - Symphony of the Goddesses

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Symphony Summer in the City 2012: The Legend of Zelda - Symphony of the Goddesses

07-06-2012 - 07-07-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts - 615 Louisiana Houston TX 77002

Admission: Concert $2000-$10500

(713) 224-7575

http://www.houstonsymphony.org/

Start Time(s): 7:30pm Concerts

The Houston Symphony presents Symphony Summer in the City 2012: The Legend of Zelda - Symphony of the Goddesses, Friday and Saturday, July 6 and 7, in Jones Hall Concerts at 7:30pm Featuring dynamic and compelling video on a large screen accompanied by a live symphony orchestra, "The Legend of Zelda™: Symphony of the Goddesses” brings the world's most popular video game series to life! Enjoy original music spanning 25 years of adventure from the celebrated Zelda franchise, uniting music and visuals in a way never before realized Every performance to date of "The Legend of Zelda™: Symphony of the Goddesses” has sold out far in advance Don't miss your opportunity to get great seats early! FEATURING: Eímear Noone, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Charles Hausmann, director

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Boomin by the Bay - Free Christian Concert Series: Plumb (with Nine Lashes)

07-10-2012 - 07-10-2012

Kemah Boardwalk

http://www.kemahboardwalk.com/

Kemah Boardwalk - 215 Kipp Avenue Kemah TX 77565

Admission: The concerts are all FREE, but Kemah charges $6 or $7 for parking, so bring a little cash with you! Parking is $7 in premium lots (closest to the property), $6 in other lots, and complimentary parking is available on Texas Avenue with Kemah's free shuttle service

281-334-9880

Start Time(s): 4 FREE concerts on the last 4 Tuesdays in July All start at 7:00 PM on the Kemah Boardwalk

Will Makar & The Red Line

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Will Makar & The Red Line

07-11-2012 - 07-11-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: $12 Cover

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:00pm

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Will Makar A combination of memorable pop hooks and radio-ready rock, an unforgettable live show that comes from hard work, commitment, and the deep musical talent Since his time on AMERICAN IDOL Will has continued to mature as a gifted singer and performer Will Makar & The Red Line are a combination of memorable pop hooks and radio-ready rock, with an unforgettable live show that comes from hard work, commitment, and the deep musical talent of the band assembled by frontman Will Makar The 6-piece band came together in the fall of 2009 while they were all attending The Berklee College of Music in Boston, and began playing their live gigs within weeks of forming with a set list drawn from Will's debut album as well as crowd-favorite covers by DMB, John Mayer, Jason Mraz and many others Will Makar and The Red Line is comprised of Corey Rupp (Berwick, PA) on lead guitar, Kazumi Shimokawa (Shrewsbury, MA) on keyboards and guitar, Adrian Sealy (Shrewsbury, MA) on bass, Ale Giuliani (Argentina) on drums, Rhett Price (Midland, TX) on sax/violin, as well as vocalist Will Makar (Houston, TX) who first came to national prominence at the age of 16 as a top 14 finalist on American Idol 5

Met Summer Encore: Les Contes dHoffmann

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Met Summer Encore: Les Contes dHoffmann

07-11-2012 - 07-11-2012

Fathom/National CineMedia

http://www.fathomevents.com/

Various locations around Houston - Houston TX 77003

Admission: Prices may vary by location Check theaters above for ticket prices

See theater list above

http://www.fathomevents.com/performingarts/event/lescontes2012.aspx?d=7/11/2012

Start Time(s): Wednesday, July 11, 2012 (6:30 PM local time) Expected Running Time: 3 hours

This summer, enjoy select encore performances from the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series The Met: Live in HD The presentations will occur on Wednesdays throughout the summer months beginning in June Don’t miss this opportunity to experience these exciting performances, captured live from the stage of the Met Featured performances: Donizetti’s Anna Bolena – Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Rossini’s Le Comte Ory – Wednesday, June 20, 2012 Mozart’s Don Giovanni – Wednesday, June 27, 2012 Offenbach’s Les Contes d’Hoffmann – Wednesday, July 11, 2012 Donizetti’s Lucia Di Lammermoor – Wednesday, July 18, 2012 Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier – Wednesday, July 25, 2012 Fathom/National CineMedia and the Metropolitan Opera present Met Summer Encore: Les Contes d’Hoffmann An encore performance of Offenbach’s Les Contes d’Hoffmann will be shown in select theatres on Wednesday, July 11, 2012, at 6:30 PM (and at 1:00 PM in select locations) in all time zones Bartlett Sher’s 2009 production stars Joseph Calleja in the tour-de-force title role of this fictionalized take on the life and loves of the German Romantic writer ETA Hoffmann Anna Netrebko is the tragic Antonia and Alan Held sings the demonic four villains Met Music Director James Levine conducts Production: Bartlett Sher Conductor: James Levine Cast: Kathleen Kim, Anna Netrebko, Ekaterina Gubanova, Kate Lindsey, Joseph Calleja, Alan Held Houston Area Theaters for this event: Houston Marq*E Stadium 22 plus IMAX 7620 KATY FWY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-263-7843 Memorial City Mall 310 MEMORIAL CITY WAY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-467-9749 Cy-Fair Town Center 25720 NW FREEWAY CYPRESS, TX 77429 281-256-7652 Cinemark 18 Webster 20915 GULF FWY WEBSTER, TX 77598 281-332-0951 Cinemark at Market Street 9595 SIX PINES DR STE 8200 SPRING, TX 77380 281-419-9639 Cinemark 19 1030 N GRAND PKWY KATY, TX 77449 281-371-6008 Tinseltown Movies 17 1600 LAKE ROBBINS DR THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380 281-362-4340

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Nancy Buck, viola - Master Class

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Nancy Buck, viola - Master Class

07-11-2012 - 07-11-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Free and open to the public

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Nancy Buck, viola (pictured) presents a Master Class in the Edythe Bates Old Chapel, Wednesday, July 11 at 1:30pm Master classes are open to the public… as well as orchestra rehearsals Nancy Buck is Associate Professor of Viola in the Herberger College School of Music at Arizona State University She holds degrees in performance from the Oberlin Conservatory and the Cleveland Institute of Music While at the Cleveland Institute of Music, she served as teaching assistant to internationally-renown viola pedagogue Heidi Castleman Much in demand as a chamber musician and artistic collaborator, Ms Buck has presented recitals in leading concert venues throughout the United States and Europe About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival

07-11-2012 - 07-11-2012

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

http://www.woodlandscenter.org/

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 2005 Lake Robbins Drive Spring TX 77380

Admission:

US $2900 - US $8950 (NOTE: Ticket prices go up by $5 on the day of the event)

(713) 629-3700 or 281-363-3300

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C00487CA91E9358?artistid=1423692&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=60

Start Time(s): Gates: 6 pm

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presents the Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival Featuring: Slipknot, Slayer, Motörhead, Anthrax, The Devil Wears Prada, As I Lay Dying, Asking Alexandria and more The Rockstar Energy Drink MAYHEM Festival, drawing as many as 11,000 to 17,000+ fans per event, will make stops in 27 US cities, coast-to-coast, beginning on June 30, 2012 in San Bernardino, California and concluding August 5, 2012 in Hartford, Connecticut Each festival date features 12 of the biggest names in Hard Rock and Heavy Metal Projected to be one of the most successful, audacious and not-to-be-missed concert events of 2012, The Rockstar Energy Drink MAYHEM Festival will feature multi-platinum headliners Slipknot, Slayer, and Motorhead on the Mainstage The Jägermeister Stage will feature headliner Anthrax supported by The Devil Wears Prada, A I Lay Dying, Asking Alexandria, Whitechapel, High On Fire, Upon a Burning Body, The Breather, and Dirtfedd Daily lineups vary by date, so be sure to check the DATES page for show lineups: wwwrockstarmayhemfestcom/dates

Bass Drum Of Death

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Bass Drum Of Death

07-12-2012 - 07-12-2012

Fitzgerald's

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Fitzgerald's - 2706 White Oak Dr Houston TX 77007

Admission: General Admission $800 Day Of: $1000 Box Office: $1200

(713) 862-3838

fitz@fitzlivemusic.com

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00 PM

Fitzgerald's presents Bass Drum Of Death With Dz Deathrays Bass Drum of Death is based in Oxford, Mississippi Originally known as John Barrett's Bass Drum of Death they released their first EP ‘'Stain Stick Skin" in 2008 The band is now John and Colin The band released "High School Roaches" in 2010 and GB City in April 11, 2011

Symphony Summer in the City 2012: Three Dog Night

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Symphony Summer in the City 2012: Three Dog Night

07-13-2012 - 07-13-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts - 615 Louisiana Houston TX 77002

Admission: Concert $2900-$11500

(713) 224-7575

http://www.houstonsymphony.org/

Start Time(s): 8:00PM

The Houston Symphony presents Symphony Summer in the City 2012: Three Dog Night, Friday, July 13, in Jones Hall Concert at 8:00PM Legendary music icons and Grammy-nominated band, Three Dog Night, celebrates their 4th decade in popular music Hear founding members Cory Wells and Danny Hutton on lead vocals, as well as original keyboardist Jimmy Greenspoon and guitarist Michael Allsup perform their greatest hits like “Mama Told Me (Not To Come),” “Joy to the World,” “Black and White,” “Shambala” and “One” FEATURING: Three Dog Night Larry Baird, conductor

2012 Round Top Music Festival: The Best of the 2012 Chamber Music Program

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: The Best of the 2012 Chamber Music Program

07-13-2012 - 07-13-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $2000 Student $1000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents The Best of the 2012 Chamber Music Program in Festival Concert Hall, Friday, July 13 at 7:30pm FEATURING: Young Artists Groups About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Cinderella

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Cinderella

07-13-2012 - 07-13-2012

House of Blues

http://hob.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $2950 - General Admission $3500 - General Admission Day of Show $3950 - Upper Balcony $5500 - Lower Balcony Ages: all

88840BLUES (402-5837)

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74393

Start Time(s): Doors: 08:00 PM Show: 09:00 PM

House of Blues presents Cinderella Cinderella is an American heavy metal band from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania They emerged in the mid-1980s with a series of multi-platinum albums and hit singles whose music videos received heavy MTV rotation They were famous for being a glam metal band, but then shifted over towards a more hard rock/blues-rock sound By the mid-1990s, the band's popularity declined severely due to personal setbacks and changes in music industry Nonetheless, after a period of hiatus the band reunited and is still active at present The band has sold 20 million albums worldwide

Roky Erickson

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Roky Erickson

07-14-2012 - 07-14-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $23 21 and up ONLY!

7135339525

http://store.ticketlagoon.com/product/cont-club-tickets/

Start Time(s): Call for times

Continental Club presents Roky Erickson Roky Erickson – co-founder of the legendary 13th Floor Elevators returns to the Continental Club stage! Jegar Erickson opens! Legendary rock n roll pioneer Roger Kynard "Roky" Erickson hails from Austin, Texas He is, in the words of music writer Richie Unterberger, one of "the unknown heroes of rock and roll" As singer, songwriter, and guitar player for the legendary Austin, TX band The 13th Floor Elevators, the first rock and roll band to describe their music as "psychedelic", Roky had a profound impact on the San Francisco scene when the group traveled there in 1966 While bands such as The Grateful Dead and The Jefferson Airplane had the their roots in traditional acoustic folk music, the Elevators unique brand of heavy, hard-rocking electric blues pointed to a new direction for the music of the hippie generation The Elevators only had one chart hit, the Roky-penned You're Gonna Miss Me, but their influence was far reaching REM, ZZ Top, Poi Dog Pondering, The Judybats, T-Bone Burnett, Julian Cope, The Jesus and Mary Chain, The Cramps, The Minutemen, Television, The Cynics, The Lyres, Teisco Del Rey, The Fuzztones and Radio Birdman have all either recorded or played live versions of Roky's songs While he may not be a household name, Roky has enjoyed the support of a small but fiercely loyal cult following throughout his career Unfortunately, Roky's struggles with drug abuse and mental illness took a serious toll His 1969 arrest in Texas for possession of a single marijuana cigarette led to his being committed for three years to Rusk State Hospital for the Criminally Insane, where he was reportedly subjected to Thorazine, electroshock therapy, and other experimental treatments Most agree he was never the same after his release Roky has had prolific periods of creativity in the intervening years, but unscrupulous managers and record label executives often took advantage of his condition, leaving Roky to live in poverty while others profit from his music Happily, today we find Roky in the process of being his own miracle and making an astounding recovery from nearly a two-decade long period of almost total tragedy

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Closing Chamber Music Concert

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Closing Chamber Music Concert

07-14-2012 - 07-14-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $2000 Student $1000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 3:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents the Closing Chamber Music Concert in Festival Concert Hall, Saturday, July 14 at 3:30pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) Quartet for Piano and Strings No 1 in g, Op 25 Erica Kiesewetter, Nancy Buck, Adrien Zitoun (pictured above), Eteri Andjaparidze JS Bach (1685-1750) Concerto for 2 violins and Strings in d, BWV 1043 Curtis Macomber, Jonathan Swartz, and Young Artists Paul Hindemith (1895-1963) Septet in E-flat for Winds (1948) Gretchen Pusch, Alecia Lawyer, Håkan Rosengren, Kristin Wolfe Jensen, Karl Kramer-Johansen, and Young Artists READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Percussion Section Showcase

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Percussion Section Showcase

07-14-2012 - 07-14-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $2000 Student $1000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents the Percussion Section Showcase in Festival Concert Hall, Saturday, July 14 at 1:30pm FEATURING: Young Artists About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Closing Orchestra Concert

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Round Top Music Festival: Closing Orchestra Concert

07-14-2012 - 07-14-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $3000 Student $2000

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://festivalhill.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm

One of the major summer music festivals in the United States, the Round Top Music Festival celebrates its 41st year in 2012 The 2012 festival takes place June 5 – July 14, 2012 As part of the 2012 Round Top Music Festival, Round Top Festival Institute presents the Closing Orchestra Concert in Festival Concert Hall, Saturday, July 14 at 7:30pm SCHEDULED PROGRAM: Dmitri Shostakovich Festive Overture A Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra Antonin Dvo?ák Carnival Overture Antonin Dvo?ák “A Hero’s Song” FEATURING: Texas Festival Orchestra Charles Olivieri-Munroe, (pictured above) conductor James Dick, piano READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMERS About the 2012 Round Top Music Festival: Founded by renowned concert pianist James Dick, it gathers more than 90 young talented young artists – accepted after auditions – for an intensive 6-week program They are mentored and coached by more than 40 distinguished faculty members and participate in more than 20 orchestral and chamber music concerts performed in the outstanding Festival Concert Hall (1,000 seats) built over a period of 30 years The Texas Festival Orchestra will perform 8 concerts conducted by eight different conductors from the United States (Michael Stern, Stefan Sanders and Emilio Colon), Canada (Charles Olivieri-Munroe), France (Pascal Verrot), Austria (Christoph Campestrini), Portugal (Pedro Carneiro) and China (Perry So) Orchestral programs mix, as usual, the well known and not so well known repertoire and also a world premiere (Concerto for two percussionists and orchestra by Jonathan Leshnoff) Highlights include,Claude Debussy Images for Orchestra, L van Beethoven Symphony No 5, Anton Bruckner Symphony No 5, Aaron Copland Symphony No 3, Gustav Mahler Ruckert Lieder (sung by the fast-rising mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke), and Aram Khachaturian Concerto for Piano and Orchestra (performed by James Dick) Chamber music programs are also offering contrasted repertoires (Debussy, Spohr, Dvorak, Rouse, Brahms, Harsanyi, Bach, Carter, Poulenc, Bartok…)

Blind Pilot (upstairs)

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Blind Pilot (upstairs)

07-15-2012 - 07-15-2012

Fitzgerald's

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Fitzgerald's - 2706 White Oak Dr Houston TX 77007

Admission: General Admission $1500 Day Of: $1700 Box Office: $1900

(713) 862-3838

fitz@fitzlivemusic.com

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Start Time(s): Doors: 8:00 PM

Fitzgerald's presents Blind Pilot We Are The Tide, the sophomore album from Portland-based band Blind Pilot, follows the band's grassroots break-out debut, 3 Rounds and a Sound, which has sold over 50,000 units to date and was featured in NPR's "Best Music of 2008" roundup Recorded at Type Foundry in Portland, OR during the spring of 2011, the new album was produced by the band and Skyler Norwood and mixed by Tucker Martine (The Decemberists, My Morning Jacket) Blind Pilot began in 2007 when Israel (vocals, guitar) and Ryan (drums) embarked on a West Coast bicycle tour playing mostly to unfamiliar listeners at small-town venues The band now exists as a 6-piece ensemble featuring fellow Oregonians Luke Ydstie (upright bass, backing vocals), Kati Claborn (banjo, dulcimer, backing vocals), Ian Krist (vibraphones) and Dave Jorgensen (keyboards, trumpet) In the years since its inception, the band has toured with various world-renowned musicians including The Decemberists, Josh Ritter, The Low Anthem, Laura Viers and Andrew Bird and have appeared at the Sasquatch! Music Festival, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits and the Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival Additionally, multiple music placements have been confirmed in episodes of "Chuck," "Covert Affairs" and "One Tree Hill"

Symphony Summer in the City 2012: Houston Chronicle Dollar Concert

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Symphony Summer in the City 2012: Houston Chronicle Dollar Concert

07-15-2012 - 07-15-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts - 615 Louisiana Houston TX 77002

Admission: General Admission $100 Premium Reserved Rows A - T $1000

(713) 224-7575

http://www.houstonsymphony.org/

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

The Houston Symphony presents Symphony Summer in the City 2012: Houston Chronicle Dollar Concert, Sunday, July 15, in Jones Hall Concert at 7:30PM Join the Houston Symphony and the winner of the Ima Hogg Competition for a special one-night only performance Scheduled Program: Shostakovich: Festive Overture Tchaikovsky: Symphony No 4 FEATURING: Thomas Søndergård, conductor

Boomin by the Bay - Free Christian Concert Series: Manafest (with After the Well)

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Boomin by the Bay - Free Christian Concert Series: Manafest (with After the Well)

07-17-2012 - 07-17-2012

Kemah Boardwalk

http://www.kemahboardwalk.com/

Kemah Boardwalk - 215 Kipp Avenue Kemah TX 77565

281-334-9880

Start Time(s): 4 FREE concerts on the last 4 Tuesdays in July All start at 7:00 PM on the Kemah Boardwalk

Met Summer Encore: Donizettis Lucia Di Lammermoor

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Met Summer Encore: Donizettis Lucia Di Lammermoor

07-18-2012 - 07-18-2012

Fathom/National CineMedia

http://www.fathomevents.com/

Various locations around Houston - Houston TX 77003

Admission: Prices may vary by location Check theaters above for ticket prices

See theater list above

http://www.fathomevents.com/performingarts/event/lucia2012.aspx?d=7/18/2012

Start Time(s): Wednesday, July 18, 2012 (6:30 PM local time) Expected Running Time: 2 hours 25 minutes

This summer, enjoy select encore performances from the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series The Met: Live in HD The presentations will occur on Wednesdays throughout the summer months beginning in June Don’t miss this opportunity to experience these exciting performances, captured live from the stage of the Met Featured performances: Donizetti’s Anna Bolena – Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Rossini’s Le Comte Ory – Wednesday, June 20, 2012 Mozart’s Don Giovanni – Wednesday, June 27, 2012 Offenbach’s Les Contes d’Hoffmann – Wednesday, July 11, 2012 Donizetti’s Lucia Di Lammermoor – Wednesday, July 18, 2012 Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier – Wednesday, July 25, 2012 Fathom/National CineMedia and the Metropolitan Opera present Met Summer Encore: Donizetti’s Lucia Di Lammermoor An encore performance of Donizetti’s Lucia Di Lammermoor will be shown in select theatres on Wednesday, July 18, 2012, at 6:30 PM (and at 1:00 PM in select locations) in all time zones Anna Netrebko sings the title role of Donizetti’s bel canto tragedy in her Met role debut, with Piotr Beczala as her lover, Edgardo Mariusz Kwiecien is her tyrannical brother Mary Zimmerman’s hit production, first seen in 2007, is staged as a Victorian ghost story Production: Mary Zimmerman Conductor: Marco Armiliato Cast: Anna Netrebko, Piotr Beczala, Mariusz Kwiecien, Ildar Abdrazakov Houston Area Theaters for this event: Houston Marq*E Stadium 22 plus IMAX 7620 KATY FWY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-263-7843 Memorial City Mall 310 MEMORIAL CITY WAY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-467-9749 Cy-Fair Town Center 25720 NW FREEWAY CYPRESS, TX 77429 281-256-7652 Cinemark 18 Webster 20915 GULF FWY WEBSTER, TX 77598 281-332-0951 Cinemark at Market Street 9595 SIX PINES DR STE 8200 SPRING, TX 77380 281-419-9639 Cinemark 19 1030 N GRAND PKWY KATY, TX 77449 281-371-6008 Tinseltown Movies 17 1600 LAKE ROBBINS DR THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380 281-362-4340

John McVey & the Stumble

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John McVey & the Stumble

07-18-2012 - 07-18-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Sonny Boy Terry

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Sonny Boy Terry

07-19-2012 - 07-19-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Enanitos Verdes In Concert

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Enanitos Verdes In Concert

07-19-2012 - 07-19-2012

House of Blues

http://hob.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $3500 - General Admission $4000 - General Admission Day of Show $5000 - Upper Balcony $8500 - Lower Balcony VIP Ages: all

88840BLUES (402-5837)

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74347

Start Time(s): Thursday 07/19/2012 Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM

House of Blues presents Enanitos Verdes In Concert Enanitos Verdes (Lit "Little Green Dwarves", but more accurately considered equivalent to the phrase "Little Green Men) is a successful rock trio from Argentina, formed in 1979 in the city of Mendoza Throughout their career they have managed to gain important positions on Argentine and Latin American charts Enanitos Verdes was formed by singer/bassist Marciano Cantero, guitarist Felipe Staiti, and drummer Daniel Piccolo After moving from Mendoza to Buenos Aires, the band started touring the local club circuit In 1984, guitarist Sergio Embroni and keyboardist Tito Dávila joined in, recording los Enanitos Verdes' first album, followed by Contrareloj, produced by Andrés Calamaro in 1986 Soon after issuing Carrousel, the band began touring South America, becoming one of the favorite numbers at prestigious Viña del Mar festival Around the same time, "La Muralla Verde" started climbing the most important Latin rock charts In 1989, los Enanitos Verdes successfully toured Central America, reaching the US while participating in the Billboard Latin Forum Showcase in 1995 After performing at some North American venues, the original threesome lineup recorded 1998's Tracción Acústica and 1999's Grammy-nominated Nectar Drago Bonacich, All Music Guide

KASKADE - Freaks of Nature Tour

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

KASKADE - Freaks of Nature Tour

07-20-2012 - 07-20-2012

Bayou Music Center (formerly Verizon Wireless Theater)

http://www.bayoumusiccenter.com/index

Bayou Music Center (formerly Verizon Wireless Theater) - 520 Texas Avenue Houston TX 77002

Admission: US $2500 - US $4000

(713) 230-1600

http://www.livenation.com/event/0C00486DF165DAE6?artistid=925802&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=201

Start Time(s): Doors - 8:00 pm Show - 9:00 pm

Bayou Music Center presents KASKADE - Freaks of Nature Tour With Alvin Risk “Kaskade’s signature sound is as unmistakable as it is beautiful; a combination of dewy female vocals,tough electronic underpinnings, and memorable melodies” — Billboard The New York Times may have called him the “new face of electronic dance music” in a recent profile, but Ryan Raddon, known as Kaskade, has been in the trenches of the EDM scene as an original recording artist and in-demand DJ for more than a decade He has released seven studio albums, including his latest, Fire & Ice, scored nine Top 10 hits on Billboard’s Hot Dance Airplay Chart, created chart-topping remixes for everyone from Lady Gaga to Beyoncé, appeared at all the major summer festivals, and has performed between 150 and 200 headlining shows a year for the last 10 years, building a name for himself as an innovator of the EDM scene as we know it today, which has opened doors for the likes of Deadmau5, Tiesto, Skrillex and more In doing so, he has helped to lay the groundwork for a titanic musical and cultural shift: a post-rock EDM revolution that has captured the imagination of a new generation of music lovers across North America Kaskade has been named America’s No 1 DJ by DJ Times and Pioneer DJ In 2012, he will appear at this year’s Coachella and will hit the road in June for his biggest headlining tour ever — 70-plus North American shows in just over three months His own live show being a jaw-dropping spectacle that finds him performing in front of a massive LED screen that blares images synched with the music while strobe lights scan the crowd Kaskade’s belief in the transformative power of dance music to uplift thousands of people at once has had a significant effect on the US scene His ground-breaking double residency in Las Vegas at the Encore Beach Club (which had not even been built when he signed on) and Marquee has elevated the city’s status as a premiere club-going destination on par with London, Berlin, and Ibiza, is another testament to his influence

The Molly Ringwalds

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Molly Ringwalds

07-20-2012 - 07-20-2012

House of Blues

http://hob.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $1125 - General Admission 4-pack per tick $1500 - General Admission $1800 - Balcony Seating $1800 - General Admission Day of Show Ages: all

88840BLUES (402-5837)

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74374

Start Time(s): Doors: 08:00 PM Show: 09:00 PM

House of Blues presents The Molly Ringwalds The Molly Ringwalds are not just another cover band, they're the world's greatest 80's experience! Hailing from Sheffield, England, this legendary quintet has been able to combine their individual and very formidable talents to create the true essence of the most radical decade to ever be called - The 80's This group creates a complete experience by perfecting their abilities to apply make-up and tease their hair (while showcasing all the musical genres of the decade) From their days of building a following at a pub-located-in-a-large-portion-of-a-big-city-near-a-small-village-located-south-of-a-place-you've-never-heard-of, to selling out large venues in the United States, The Molly Ringwalds are simply an indescribable act Luck and circumstance brought these young lads together the rest is the history of the 80's

ROCK BABY ROCK IT! #12

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

ROCK BABY ROCK IT! #12

07-19-2012 - 07-21-2012

Continental Club

http://www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

Continental Club - 3700 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $4000 This ticket gets: Thursday & Friday Night shows at the Continental Club AND all of Saturday’s festivities – car show, vendors, outdoor stage, and Saturday Night @ Continental Club 21 and up only

7135339525

http://store.ticketlagoon.com/product/cont-club-tickets/

Start Time(s): Call for times

Continental Club presents ROCK BABY ROCK IT! #12 Established in 2000 by DJ Big E, this annual rockabilly festival brings in bands and fans from across Texas and beyond to see contemporary and legendary rockabilly, psychobilly, and old school country music played live DJs, dance contests, burlesque, bbq, and kustom cars round out the show This ticket gets: Thursday & Friday Night shows at the Continental Club AND all of Saturday’s festivities – car show, vendors, outdoor stage, and Saturday Night @ Continental Club LINE UP: TBA

Symphony Summer in the City 2012: The Wizard of OZFilm with Live Orchestra

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Symphony Summer in the City 2012: The Wizard of OZFilm with Live Orchestra

07-21-2012 - 07-21-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts - 615 Louisiana Houston TX 77002

Admission: Concert $2200-$8500

(713) 224-7575

http://www.houstonsymphony.org/

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

The Houston Symphony presents Symphony Summer in the City 2012: The Wizard of OZ—Film with Live Orchestra, Saturday, July 21, in Jones Hall Concert at 7:30PM Travel down the yellow brick road with the Houston Symphony! See one of the most beloved films of all time on a giant screen above the orchestra, stunningly re-mastered by Warner Bros The vibrant restored images are accompanied by full symphony orchestra playing Harold Arlen’s brilliant original scores Hear Judy Garland backed by lush, live orchestration which will transport children and adults alike With this version of The Wizard of Oz on the big screen, moviegoers will be treated to the Oscar-winning film as it has never been seen before FEATURING: Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor

Boomin by the Bay - Free Christian Concert Series: KJ52 (with An Epic, No Less)

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Boomin by the Bay - Free Christian Concert Series: KJ52 (with An Epic, No Less)

07-24-2012 - 07-24-2012

Kemah Boardwalk

http://www.kemahboardwalk.com/

Kemah Boardwalk - 215 Kipp Avenue Kemah TX 77565

281-334-9880

Start Time(s): 4 FREE concerts on the last 4 Tuesdays in July All start at 7:00 PM on the Kemah Boardwalk

Met Summer Encore: Der Rosenkavalier

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Met Summer Encore: Der Rosenkavalier

07-25-2012 - 07-25-2012

Fathom/National CineMedia

http://www.fathomevents.com/

Various locations around Houston - Houston TX 77003

Admission: Prices may vary by location Check theaters above for ticket prices

See theater list above

http://www.fathomevents.com/performingarts/event/rosenkavalier2012.aspx?d=7/25/2012

Start Time(s): Wednesday, July 25, 2012 (6:30 PM local time) Expected Running Time: 3 hours 20 minutes

This summer, enjoy select encore performances from the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series The Met: Live in HD The presentations will occur on Wednesdays throughout the summer months beginning in June Don’t miss this opportunity to experience these exciting performances, captured live from the stage of the Met Featured performances: Donizetti’s Anna Bolena – Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Rossini’s Le Comte Ory – Wednesday, June 20, 2012 Mozart’s Don Giovanni – Wednesday, June 27, 2012 Offenbach’s Les Contes d’Hoffmann – Wednesday, July 11, 2012 Donizetti’s Lucia Di Lammermoor – Wednesday, July 18, 2012 Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier – Wednesday, July 25, 2012 Fathom/National CineMedia and the Metropolitan Opera present Met Summer Encore: Der Rosenkavalier An encore performance of Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier will be shown in select theatres on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at 6:30 PM (and at 1:00 PM in select locations) in all time zones Strauss’s comic masterpiece of love and intrigue in 18th-century Vienna stars Renée Fleming as the aristocratic Marschallin and Susan Graham in the trouser role of her young lover Edo de Waart conducts a cast that also includes Kristinn Sigmundsson and Thomas Allen Production: Nathaniel Merrill Conductor: Edo de Waart Cast: Renée Fleming, Susan Graham, Christine Schäfer, Eric Cutler, Thomas Allen, Kristinn Sigmundsson Houston Area Theaters for this event: Houston Marq*E Stadium 22 plus IMAX 7620 KATY FWY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-263-7843 Memorial City Mall 310 MEMORIAL CITY WAY HOUSTON, TX 77024 713-467-9749 Cy-Fair Town Center 25720 NW FREEWAY CYPRESS, TX 77429 281-256-7652 Cinemark 18 Webster 20915 GULF FWY WEBSTER, TX 77598 281-332-0951 Cinemark at Market Street 9595 SIX PINES DR STE 8200 SPRING, TX 77380 281-419-9639 Cinemark 19 1030 N GRAND PKWY KATY, TX 77449 281-371-6008 Tinseltown Movies 17 1600 LAKE ROBBINS DR THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380 281-362-4340

Snit's Dog & Pony Show

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Snit's Dog & Pony Show

07-25-2012 - 07-25-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:00pm

Houston Symphony at CWMP: Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Houston Symphony at CWMP: Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

07-26-2012 - 07-26-2012

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

http://www.woodlandscenter.org/

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 2005 Lake Robbins Drive Spring TX 77380

Admission: $15 orchestra seating Free mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of Anadarko Petroleum Corporation

281-363-3300

info@woodlandscenter.org

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004856B7B0C2D0?artistid=803873&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=203

Start Time(s): 8:30 pm Gates open at 7 pm

CELEBRATE A SENSATIONAL SEASON OF ARTS AT THE CYNTHIA WOODS MITCHELL PAVILION IN 2012 Enjoy an amazing performing arts season full of classical music, dance, rock and roll, sports-themed music, cartoon characters, patriotic fanfare, award-winning children’s performers and more at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in 2012 Thursday, July 26, CWMP and the Houston Symphony present Bugs Bunny at the Symphony Featuring: George Daugherty, creator and conductor Gates open at 7 pm The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and the Houston Symphony celebrate the most famous animation in the world – and its equally famous music – when Bugs Bunny at the Symphony comes to The Pavilion July 26 Conducted and created by Emmy Award™ winner George Daugherty, Bugs Bunny at the Symphony is a celebration of the world's favorite Warner Bros Looney Tunes characters on-screen with live full symphony orchestra accompaniment The music was composed by legendary Hollywood composers Carl Stalling and Milt Franklyn, as inspired by the extraordinary classics of Wagner, Rossini, Strauss, Tchaikovsky, Offenbach, Liszt, and many others Bugs Bunny at the Symphony is the eagerly-anticipated sequel to Bugs Bunny on Broadway, the record-setting orchestra-and-film concert that pioneered a new genre of symphony orchestra entertainment when it debuted on Broadway in 1990 This new version of the concert celebrates the 20-year legacy of Looney Tunes and orchestral music together “in concert” Retaining the most indelible moments from the original production, Bugs Bunny at the Symphony includes Chuck Jones’ inspired What’s Opera, Doc? and The Rabbit of Seville, while adding in other Warner Bros classics like Friz Freleng’s Rhapsody Rabbit, and the virtuoso orchestral roller coaster ride of the Road Runner epic, Zoom and Bored Bugs Bunny is joined on-screen by his immensely popular cohorts, including Elmer Fudd, Daffy Duck, Tweety, Wile E Coyote and Road Runner, Pepe Le Pew, and many others New to the concert are special guest appearances by Tom and Jerry In The Hollywood Bowl, and spectacular musical montages starring The Flintstones, Scooby-Doo, and other stars from the world of Warner Bros and Hanna-Barbera Pre-concert activities in the Fidelity Investments Plaza begin at 7 pm

JJ Heller in Concert

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

JJ Heller in Concert

07-27-2012 - 07-27-2012

Clear Lake Presbyterian Church

http://www.clpc.org/

Clear Lake Presbyterian Church - 1511 El Dorado Blvd Houston TX 77062

Admission: General Admission $1500 in advance and $1800 the day of the event

281-488-6731

mendy@clpc

http://www.itickets.com/events/284077.html

Start Time(s): Time: 7:00 PM (doors open 6:00 PM)

Popular contemporary Christian artist JJ Heller has added Clear Lake Presbyterian Church to her national tour this summer JJ’s career has grown steadily since she began playing music full-time with her husband, Dave, in 2003 But in 2010 the impact of JJ’s music blossomed like never before The year began with JJ’s song “Your Hands” spinning on nearly 60 reporting Christian adult contemporary FM stations, including K-LOVE, the largest Christian radio network in the US In the span of a few short months, JJ’s music was no longer reaching several thousand, but several million listeners "Your Hands" made itself at home on Billboard Magazine’s Christian Songs’ chart for 24 weeks, and peaked at #13 In the following months, JJ saw her music placed on the ABC family show “Make It Or Break It,” and CW’s “One Tree Hill” In August of 2010, JJ’s second radio single, “What Love Really Means,” began to find its way into the hearts of a new audience Radio stations started receiving calls and e-mail messages from listeners who were brought to tears as they heard the song The warm reception helped “What Love Really Means” surpass the success of “Your Hands” on the Billboard Christian Songs chart Eventually, over 60 reporting stations added the single to their rotation JJ’s first music video was posted to youtubecom in September With the help of social networking sites like facebookcom, the video was viewed over 100,000 times within the first 48 hours (the video now has over 16 million views) “When I’m With You,” Heller’s fourth full-length record, was quickly embraced by fans after its October 19, 2010 release “It’s my favorite album I’ve recorded so far,” Heller says “When I’m With You” charted for 15 or more weeks on Billboard Magazine’s Christian Albums, Heatseekers Albums, and Folk Albums charts “2010 was an amazing year,” Heller says “It’s been nice to be home during the beginning of 2011 to spend some time with family and friends, and to work on craft projects, but it always feels good to start playing concerts again and sharing my heart with more listeners” JJ is actively songwriting, blogging, sewing, decorating and being a wife and mother Mark your calendar for July 27th, and get your tickets now Don't miss out - tickets are limited! Everyone is welcome! Tickets are available for purchase exclusively through iTicketscom For more info, call 281-488-6731 or contact mendy@clpcorg or joshyoung@clpcorg Childcare will be available, please contact Anne Bradley at 281-488-6731, Ext316 To find out more about JJ Heller, visit her official website @ wwwjjhellercom

Adam Hood

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Adam Hood

07-27-2012 - 07-27-2012

Firehouse Saloon

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Firehouse Saloon - 5930 SW Freeway and Fountainview Houston TX 77057

Admission: $1200 All shows are 21 & up unless noted

(713) 977-1962

http://www.firehousesaloon.com

Start Time(s): ALL concerts start at 9:15pm with the Headliner starting at 11:15pm Unless otherwise Noted!

Firehouse Saloon presents Adam Hood When Adam Hood was asked if he has a personal motto, he answered “Do what you love and love what you do” Such a simple declaration sounds more like a cliché slogan from a motivational speaker than an actual way of life How lucky is the man who is actually able to live by this credo? Think it is an impossible dream? Think again This is the life of songwriter and artist Adam Hood Such a lofty pursuit does not come easy Forging a successful career in music can be challenging and has been hard earned for Adam His journey, beginning with his early years growing up in Opelika, Alabama, to a fateful encounter with country music powerhouse Miranda Lambert, ended up taking him right where he was meant to be As a young man, this son of a corporate forester spent nearly 10 years in Alabama, working a “real job” surveying land and occasionally delivering arrangements for his mother’s flower shop, all the while honing his craft as a writer and performer, using his day job as a means to support and develop his musical recordings In 2001 upon the release of a self-produced and financed live album, 21 To Enter, he gave up working this “real job” and hit the road touring to support the record bringing along just his guitar After a couple of years out of the road, 2003 brought the release of his first EP, 6th Street, which quickly earned attention and critical acclaim One of the many talents displayed on his recordings is a voice that is rich and uniquely expressive But it doesn’t end there His songwriting abilities have garnered an equal amount of attention and his songs have been covered by some of the most successful artists in the genre

Houston Astros v Pittsburgh Pirates: Faith and Family Night featuring Mercy Me

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Houston Astros v Pittsburgh Pirates: Faith and Family Night featuring Mercy Me

07-28-2012 - 07-28-2012

Houston Astros

http://houston.astros.mlb.com/index.jsp?c_id=hou

Minute Maid Park - 501 Crawford St Houston TX 77002

1-877-9ASTROS (1-877-927-8767)

http://houston.astros.mlb.com/ticketing/index.jsp?c_id=hou&tcid=news_HOU_ticketinfobutton

Start Time(s): The Faith and Family Night concert will begin after the 6:05pm game

Join the Houston Astros this summer at Minute Maid Park for two uplifting Faith and Family Night events during the 2012 season Faith and Family Night is back with another inspiring concert at Minute Maid Park! This time around, Mercy Me (pictured) comes to town on Saturday, July 28th The Faith and Family Night concert will begin after the 6:05pm game Your game ticket is also your ticket to the post-game concert! MercyMe is an American Christian rock band founded in Greenville, Texas The band consists of vocalist Bart Millard, keyboardist James Bryson, percussionist Robby Shaffer, bassist Nathan Cochran and guitarists Michael Scheuchzer and Barry Graul The band formed in 1994 and released six independent albums prior to signing with INO Records in 2001 The group first gained mainstream recognition with the crossover single, "I Can Only Imagine" which elevated their debut album, Almost There, to double platinum certification Since then, the group has released six additional studio albums (four of which have been certified gold) and a greatest hits album, 10 The group has also had 13 consecutive top 5 singles on the Billboard Christian Songs chart, with 7 of them reaching no 1 MercyMe has won 8 Dove Awards and has had numerous Grammy Award nominations

Mark Chesnutt

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Mark Chesnutt

07-27-2012 - 07-28-2012

Dosey Doe Coffee House

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Dosey Doe Coffee House - 25911 I-45 North The Woodlands TX 77380

Admission: Dinner/Show $118 / $98 / $78 Price Includes: Salad, Choice of Entrée, Dessert, Soft Beverage

281-367-3774

http://doseydoescoffeeshop.com/

Start Time(s): 8:30pm Friday & Saturday (Dinner preceeds show Call for times)

Dosey Doe Coffee House presents Mark Chesnutt TWO NIGHTS! Mark Chesnutt is one of Countrys true musical treasures Critics have hailed him as a classic Country singer of the first order and some of Country musics most elite entertainers from George Jones to George Strait echo this sentiment Mark Chesnutt's stature is easily gauged; he has 14 No 1 hits, 23 top ten singles, four platinum albums and five gold records Country music critics and fans alike need look no further when it comes to Country music basics If you ask Mark Chesnutt hell tell you, Its the music that has kept me around this long In a world that sometimes confuses style with substance, Mark Chesnutt possesses both Remaining true to himself as a traditional country artist while still keeping up with the ever- changing country landscape, Mark has a knack for picking greatsongs; delivering them with his world-class vocals; and with real heart-felt emotion Mark has set the bar for his generationnot just for his being a consistent hit maker, but because of his love of genuine country music Mark Chesnutt's personal integrity as well as his principal to record a genuine country song has made him a fixture on radio and in the honky tonks Chesnutt got his start in the honky-tonks of Beaumont, Texas, learning from his father, Bob Chesnutt, a singer, record collector, and major fan of classic country music Playing along side his dad, one set at a time, Mark embraced his fathers influence and began making a name for himself Mark sang covers by Lefty, Merle, George, and Waylon to develop his unmatched crowd-pleasing rapport and his authentic country style

Symphony Summer in the City 2012: OrbitAn HD Odyssey Plus Star Wars & More!

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Symphony Summer in the City 2012: OrbitAn HD Odyssey Plus Star Wars & More!

07-28-2012 - 07-28-2012

Houston Symphony

http://www.houstonsymphony.org

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts - 615 Louisiana Houston TX 77002

Admission: Concert $2000-$8900

(713) 224-7575

http://www.houstonsymphony.org/

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

The Houston Symphony presents Symphony Summer in the City 2012: Orbit—An HD Odyssey Plus Star Wars & More!, Saturday, July 28, in Jones Hall Concert at 7:30PM Join us for a special encore performance of the second film in our HD Odyssey series With striking images taken from NASA missions to Earth's orbit and accompanied by J Adams “Short Ride in a Fast Machine” and Strauss' epic tone poem "Also sprach Zarathustra," this must-see multimedia event combines the latest HD images of the Earth projected on a giant screen Plus enjoy the music from Star Wars and more! FEATURING: Duncan Copp, producer/director

John McVey & the Stumble (John's BIRTHDAY PARTY)!

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

John McVey & the Stumble (John's BIRTHDAY PARTY)!

07-28-2012 - 07-28-2012

Shakespeare Pub

http://www.shakespearepub.net

Shakespeare Pub - 14129 Memorial Drive Houston TX 77079

Admission: No Cover Charge

(281) 497-4625

Start Time(s): 9:30pm

Shakespeare Pub presents John McVey & the Stumble (John's BIRTHDAY PARTY)! This is what Texas blues is supposed to sound like! John McVey is a great guitarist but he's also got a feel for the real blues that you just don't hear on very many contemporary recordings John greased his skillet & lit his fire in Little Rock,Arkansas and moved to Austin,Texas and started cooking Starting out with Blues great Larry Davis and literally playing in "buckets of blood" on Little Rock's north and east sides, John noted: "you just had to play like you were going to fight somebody" He hung in there, gigging with Fenton Robison and fomer Earl Hooker vocalist Frank "crying shame" Clark John started to develop his own sound and his Arkansas funk, playing from the gut, guitar stylings were further enhanced when Larry Davis turned him on to the classic recordings of Earl Hooker and Magic Slim Moving to (Gone to) Austin, Texas in 86', John began working at the Continental Club and at Antone's with Hook Herrera & the Hitchhikers, which included Alex Napier and Mike Buck John also traveled overseas with Larry Davis, Paul Orta, and then Lavelle White John now resides in Houston,Texas and has reformed the Stumble with Marie English on Keyboards, Larry "Lownote" Johnson on Bass and Jimmy Rose on Drums

The Summer Slaughter Tour w/CANNIBAL CORPSE, BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Summer Slaughter Tour w/CANNIBAL CORPSE, BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME

07-28-2012 - 07-28-2012

House of Blues

http://hob.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $2850 - Balcony Seating $2850 - General Admission $3200 - General Admission - Day of Show Ages: all

88840BLUES (402-5837)

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74498

Start Time(s): Doors: 02:00 PM Show: 02:30 PM

House of Blues presents The Summer Slaughter Tour w/CANNIBAL CORPSE, BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME Also Featuring The Faceless, Periphery, Veil of Maya, Goatwhore, Exhumed, Cerebral Bore The Summer Slaughter Tour is an annual death metal tour originally held in the US, but now in Europe and as of 2009, Australia and New Zealand The tour originated in 2007 with headliners Necrophagist, and has since continued and become one of the biggest growing metal tours in the world today The most extreme tour of the year has returned with its most devastating and anticipated line-up yet The 6th annual Summer Slaughter Tour, presented by Indie Merch Store, Peavey, Ibanez and SoundCheck Hollywood, is now officially slated to run from July 20th through August 25th It features such heavyweights as Cannibal Corpse, Between The Buried and Me, The Faceless, Periphery, Veil of Maya, Job For A Cowboy, Goatwhore, Exhumed and Cerebral Bore, with special guests TBA in each city such as The Contortionist, Rings of Saturn, Fallujah and more Ash Avildsen (Summer Slaughter Founder) states: “Without a doubt, this is the biggest year in the history of the tour We are honored to have such an incredible, diverse group of musicians all on the same bill It’s brutal, classic, progressive, fresh and still the most extreme tour of the year Drink lots of water before you show up and get ready to rage!”

Aerosmith (with special guests Cheap Trick): The Global Warming Tour

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Aerosmith (with special guests Cheap Trick): The Global Warming Tour

07-30-2012 - 07-30-2012

Toyota Center

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/

Toyota Center - 1510 Polk Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Ticket Prices: $14950, $9950 and $4950

1-866-4HOUTIX (866-446-8849)

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/events/event_1250.php

Start Time(s): Date: Monday, July 30, 2012 Time: 7:30 PM Doors Open: 6:30 PM

Toyota Center presents Aerosmith (with special guests Cheap Trick) Houston Toyota Center is excited to welcome Aerosmith on Monday, July 30th! Aerosmith has been rocking the nation for over 25 years and show no sign of slowing down They have been repeatedly recognized for their musical achievements and contributions over the years, and return to the live stage Legends Icons Idols These are the words used to describe those rare bands that have been adored for a lifetime and immortalized as distinct creators of rock and roll But what these reverent words are missing is the notion of now How do you reconcile a generation-spanning word like icon with the quick beat of the present? Aerosmith does it The band members are legends, icons and idols, dynamic in the present; as cool and innovative now as they were thirty years ago They are a phenomenon, a force of nature, trail-blazing, unstoppable, showing no signs of slowing downUnique even among the select handful of rock bands who are still active after their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, Aerosmith has sold over 100 million albums Cheap Trick will be joining Aerosmith on The Global Warming Tour Don’t miss your chance to see Aerosmith live on stage at Toyota Center this July!

Boomin by the Bay - Free Christian Concert Series: Family Force 5 (with Shonlock)

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Boomin by the Bay - Free Christian Concert Series: Family Force 5 (with Shonlock)

07-31-2012 - 07-31-2012

Kemah Boardwalk

http://www.kemahboardwalk.com/

Kemah Boardwalk - 215 Kipp Avenue Kemah TX 77565

281-334-9880

Start Time(s): 4 FREE concerts on the last 4 Tuesdays in July All start at 7:00 PM on the Kemah Boardwalk

Every Tuesday in July, Kemah Boardwalk and KSBJ (893) will be hosting the Boomin by the Bay: Free Christian Concert Series at Kemah Boardwalk Each concert take place the last 4 Tuesdays in July @ 7PM NGEN radio is bringing BOOMIN BY THE BAY back to Kemah this summer with Plumb, Nine Lashes, Manafest, After the Well, KJ52, An Epic, No Less, Family Force 5, & Shonlock! Schedule of Concerts: July 10 - Plumb (with Nine Lashes) July 17 - Manafest (with After the Well) July 24 - KJ52 (with An Epic, No Less) July 31 - Family Force 5 (with Shonlock) Looking for that secret recipe for some savory rock? Of course you are It goes like this: Mix a handful of thunderous beats and a dash of dirty Souf swagger in a bucket filled with Southern-fried, greasy guitar Then roast ingredients all day in the sweltering Georgia heat, pepper with good-time lyrics, and enjoy the spicy southern rock jambalaya of FAMILY FORCE 5 Since 2005, the genre-obliterating Atlanta quintet has been setting audiences’ feet alight with their incendiary dance-rock anthems, turning that dance floor into hot coals, refusing to let fans keep their kicks still Part party-bangers, part grimy rockers, FAMILY FORCE 5’s booty-quaking beats and face-melting synths have earned them a devout following culled from their seemingly ceaseless touring and chart-topping albums, the group’s previous album 08’s Dance or Die debuted on the Billboard Top 200 chart at #30 and at #8 on the Modern Rock with 13,000 copies sold in the first week Their frenetic 2006 debut Business Up Front, Party in the Back was released on Maverick records, but when the major label politics became burdensome, FAMILY FORCE 5 forged their own path, pushing their release to sell over 350,000 digital singles and well over 150,000 albums It’s the DIY-style that has made this musical family (made up of the brothers Jacob, Josh, and Solomon Olds, and brothers-from-other-mothers, Nathan Currin and Derek Mount) into a self-made juggernaut that steamrollered audiences with their upbeat party anthems and raucous stage antics Their 2008 follow-up Dance or Die pushed the band further into electro-groove territory, with Solomon’s passionate vocals leading the synth-powered cavalcade Now after three years of touring the universe and electrifying crowds at big festivals like Sonisphere and the Vans Warped Tour, the band is back with their new release, III “We wanted this to be our Thriller album We just didn’t land the guest appearances by Paul McCartney or Eddie Van Halen,” guitarist Derek Mount jokes about the much-anticipated follow-up to Dance or Die “We wrote this record everywhere while we were on tour,” says Solomon “It was written on my laptop and recorded in studios around the world We wrote nearly 70 songs in the back of the bus, on airplanes, in barbecue joints, and in a cabin in the north Georgia mountains” After a lifetime of making music, FAMILY FORCE 5 have unmistakably come into their own They’ve forged together their disparate musical influences, their reckless attitude, and heartfelt authenticity into III Now, with hardships behind them and the open road ahead, the band is on a mission to keep their fire spreading and their family growing “FAMILY FORCE 5 is a real, authentic community that transcends the music,” Derek says “We make music that we love, and we hope other people love it too, whether it makes them break-dance, two-step, or simply smile” Welcome to the Family Go to wwwNGENradiocom/boomin for more info!

Kenny Chesney & Tim McGraw: Brothers of the Sun Tour

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Kenny Chesney & Tim McGraw: Brothers of the Sun Tour

08-04-2012 - 08-04-2012

Reliant Park

http://www.reliantpark.com

Reliant Stadium - 2510 Westridge Houston TX 77054

Admission: Ticket prices range from $2500-$22500 Parking Fee per vehicle is $10

1-800-745-3000

www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C0048899CD96BF0

Start Time(s): 4:30pm

Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw will reunite for the musical event of 2012, the "Brothers of the Sun" Tour at Reliant Stadium! This will be the first time in 10 years that Chesney and McGraw have hit the road together! Don't miss out on the Brothers of the Sun Tour with Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw! These country music stars and long time friends will begin their tour together in June 2012, making their way to Houston on August 4th Grace Potter & the Nocturnals and Jake Owen will be the opening performances for this musical event you won't want to miss Chesney and McGraw together have over fifty No1 Hits and sixty million album sales "Tim and I have been great friends since we first toured together, and I can't wait to get back on the road with him," Chesney said "He's one of my closest friends in music and in life, and I know this tour is going to be something special" "Our friendship was forged on the road, so it's going to be a blast heading out with Kenny again," said McGraw "We'll be having as much fun on stage as the fans will be having in the audience" The tour comes on the heels of Chesney's massively successful 'Goin' Coastal' Tour, which blew away more than 13 million fans, making it the year's biggest country tour A four-time CMA Entertainer of the Year winner, Chesney will be honored at CMT's Artists of the Year event on December 13 "Reality," Chesney's fifth single from 2010's 'Hemingway's Whiskey,' was shipped to radio in October McGraw is a three-time GRAMMY winner who has had #1 singles in each of the last three decades - 32 in total - including the title track of his most recent album, 'Southern Voice' His 2010 tour in support of that album was the year's biggest country tour "Felt Good On My Lips," from his double-CD 'Number One Hits,' spent three weeks at #1 earlier this year McGraw is also an accomplished actor, having starred in films such as the Oscar-nominated blockbuster 'The Blind Side' and the critically acclaimed 'Friday Night Lights'

2012 Sounds of Texas Music Series: The Flatlanders

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

2012 Sounds of Texas Music Series: The Flatlanders

08-04-2012 - 08-04-2012

Sounds of Texas Music Series

http://www.crightontheatre.org/

Crighton Theatre - 234 Main Street Conroe TX 77301

Admission: $4900

936-441-7469

http://www.crightontheatre.org

Start Time(s): 8:00pm

The 2012 Sounds of Texas Music Series presents the The Flatlanders, Saturday, August 4, 2012 at 8PM in the Crighton Theatre With Folk Family Revival Opening! Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Joe Ely and Butch Hancock have been friends for almost 40 years, and members of that not-really-a-band, life-of-its-own musical entity known as The Flatlanders for nearly as long But when the trio decided to collaborate on songwriting for Hills And Valleys, the fourth in a rather elongated string of Flatlanders albums, they realized it wouldn’t be easy They’d done it before for one thing, first for the soundtrack to the 1998 film The Horse Whisperer, then for their “reunion” album, 2002’s Now Again So they already knew they’d be as likely to spend hours trading tales and laughing uproariously as they would trying to agree on a lyric But here they are, 37 years after they were prodded into recording together the first time, still collaborating—and still the best of friends In his soft Texas drawl, Ely sums the philosophy behind their creativity: “We might as well write music and make songs up, because there’s not anything that we’d rather be doing” Folk Family Revival's inimitable sound has been described as Americana-folk-country music Folk's "Unfolding" debuted in 2011 Some local music lovers in Conroe, Texas began the Sounds of Texas Music Series in 1997 after they had spent an evening attempting unsuccessfully to listen to one of their favorite singer-songwriters in a noisy local club The series began as a single show featuring Guy Clark in the acoustically perfect historic Crighton Theatre Over ten years later, they are still producing one of the best music series in the state of Texas by offering patrons a chance to hear a wide variety of new, undiscovered artists as well as seasoned veteran performers in a listening room environment Photo by Steve Gullick

Travelsty

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Travelsty

05-04-2012 - 08-05-2012

The Music Box Theater

http://www.themusicboxtheater.com/

The Music Box Theater - 2623 Colquitt Houston TX 77098

Admission: $35/ticket reserved seating $25/ticket general admission

713-522-7722

bdscarborough@gmail.com

http://www.themusicboxtheater.com/

Start Time(s): Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm Sundays at 2 pm

Music Box Theater takes a musical tour of America with its fifth original production, Travelsty, a show featuring popular music and original comedy in a cabaret theater setting that opens Friday, May 4, 2012, and runs through Sunday, Aug 5, 2012 “Travelsty” showcases songs and sketches about America’s favorite travel destinations—combined with the joys and difficulties in reaching them This is a trip on the open road that shouldn’t be missed! Songs included in this music and comedy trek are “Georgia on My Mind,” “Route 66,” “Hotel California,” and many other travel-related favorites Tickets are $35 for reserved seating and $25 for general admission and are available online at themusicboxtheatercom or by calling (713) 522-7722 Performances are at 8 pm Fridays and Saturdays and 2 pm Sundays The Music Box Theater’s intimate cabaret is at 2623 Colquitt in the heart of Upper Kirby This storied venue was the original home of Radio Music Theater Since The Music Box Theater opened its doors in May 2011, audiences have been dazzled and amused by the incredible talents of each of the stellar performers in its cast: Rebekah Dahl and Brad Scarborough (founders); Luke Wrobel; Cay Taylor Also supporting the cast is G Sharp and the MBT Three--an amazing four-piece band About The Music Box Theater - The Music Box Theater’s mission is to provide audiences with a unique mix of live popular music and original comedy in a relaxed “cabaret style” environment Well-known Houston performers Rebekah Dahl and Brad Scarborough developed the idea for The Music Box Theater in late 2010 as an alternative to the standard fare of Houston performance venues The concept is to create a space and production that would feel welcoming for all Houstonians, while offering them a mix of music from across the decades Once the concept was in place, Dahl and Scarborough teamed with fellow performers Luke Wrobel, Cay Taylor and Colton Berry to bring their idea to life In addition to live music, each show also features original comedy sketches Pictured: The Music Box Theater cast includes (from left) Rebekah Dahl, Brad Scarborough, Cay Taylor and Luke Wrobel

Rod Stewart & Stevie Nicks

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Rod Stewart & Stevie Nicks

08-09-2012 - 08-09-2012

Toyota Center

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/

Toyota Center - 1510 Polk Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Ticket Prices: $14950, $8950 and $4950

1-866-4HOUTIX (866-446-8849)

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/events/event_1247.php

Start Time(s): Date: Thursday, August 9, 2012 Time: 7:30 PM Doors Open: 6:30 PM

Toyota Center presents Rod Stewart & Stevie Nicks Houston Toyota Center is excited to welcome Rod Stewart & Stevie Nicks on Thursday, August 9th! Celebrated by both fans and critics alike, Rod and Stevie first joined forces in the Spring of 2011 for their acclaimed “Heart & Soul Tour” In a career spanning five decades, Rod Stewart has amassed an estimated 250 million in album and single sales and an incredible 16 Grammy nominations Stevie Nicks is a multi-Grammy Award Winner as a solo artist and member of the legendary Fleetwood Mac and an inductee of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame You won’t want to miss this 3+ hour show featuring individual heart-pumping sets loaded with all of their biggest hits – opening with Stevie’s and closing with Rod’s - with a few rousing duets in the middle Don’t miss your chance to see Rod Stewart & Stevie Nicks live on stage at Toyota Center this August!

Vince Gill

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Vince Gill

08-09-2012 - 08-09-2012

Arena Theatre

http://www.arenahouston.com/

Arena Theatre - 7326 Southwest Freeway Houston TX 77074

Admission: $6500-$7500 Arena Theatre is a non-smoking facility PLEASE BE AWARE THAT PARKING IS NOT FREE AT THE ARENA TOWERS GARAGE UNLESS IT SPECIFIES OTHERWISE ON EVENT TICKET

713-772-5900

http://www.arenahouston.com/

Start Time(s): 8pm Doors open at 7pm

Arena Theatre presents Vince Gill, Thursday August 9, 2012 @ 8:00PM "Vince Gill is quite simply a living prism refracting all that is good in country music He uses the crystal planes of his songwriting, his playing, and his singing to give us a musical rainbow that embraces all men and spans all seasons" - Kyle Young/Country Music Foundation on Vince's induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame He has achieved commercial success and fame both as frontman to the country rock band Pure Prairie League in the 1970s, and as a solo artist beginning in 1983, where his talents as a vocalist and musician have placed him in high demand as a guest vocalist, and a duet partner Gill has recorded more than twenty studio albums, charted over forty singles on the US Billboard charts as Hot Country Songs, and has sold more than 22 million albums He has been honored by the Country Music Association with 18 CMA Awards, including two Entertainer of the Year awards and five Male Vocalist Awards Gill has also earned 27 Grammy Awards, more than any other male Country music artist In 2007, Gill was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame

Latch Key Kids: Democracy - The Art Of Maintaining Fear

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Latch Key Kids: Democracy - The Art Of Maintaining Fear

08-10-2012 - 08-10-2012

Fitzgerald's

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Fitzgerald's - 2706 White Oak Dr Houston TX 77007

Admission: General Admission $800 Day Of: $1000 Box Office: $1200

(713) 862-3838

fitz@fitzlivemusic.com

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Start Time(s): 8:00 PM

Fitzgerald's presents Latch Key Kids: Democracy - The Art Of Maintaining Fear With Broken Gold, American Heist, Spastic Fit Rocketing out of Houston, Texas, the time-tested Latch Key Kids are a band of unbridled punk rock energy Founded in 1993 and still led by singer Tim Guerinot and guitarist "Rhino" Neumann, Latch Key Kids have been powering through positive punk rock for the past two decades Having been invited to share shows with NOFX, Bad Religion, Strung Out, and Jawbreaker, among many others, as well as a stint on the Warped Tour '99, they've held their own in DIY rooms, basements, bars, clubs, concert halls, and amphitheaters alike Their two full-length releases, "Anytime, Anyplace," and "Innocence Gone," both on Pinche Flojo Records, are both sold out and out of print, as are all of their 7" records, including "Time Out" on Skene! Records Don't get the wrong idea by, "punk rock," either – we're not talking about some apathetic do-nothings with needles in their arms here Latch Key Kids are hardworking and dependable and always bring the energy with songs of integrity ("Knight Song"), wherewithal ("March On"), motivation ("Sidelines"), and memories ("Back in the Day"), among others From the opening pick-slide of "Knight Song" to the closing barrage of the instant classic, "Shine a Light," a Latch Key Kids set is something for a returning fan to love and a new fan to discover See you there

Bands on the Sand (Fridays & Saturdays)

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Bands on the Sand (Fridays & Saturdays)

06-08-2012 - 08-11-2012

Moody Gardens

http://www.moodygardens.org

Moody Gardens - One Hope Boulevard Galveston TX 77554

Admission: $12 per person

1-800-582-4673

Start Time(s): 6- 10 pm

Enjoy this summer concert on Friday and Saturday nights from 6 -10pm featuring local and regional bands ranging from R&B, rock, country and blues Local band, The Line Up, will kick off the third year of Bands on the Sand at Palm Beach at Moody Gardens Friday, June 8 This year’s event has expanded with new Saturday night concerts added to the original Friday night schedule This exciting live summer music celebration series runs throughout the summer, and each show is followed by a fireworks show over the Moody Gardens pyramids and Offatts Bayou Admission to each concert is just $12 for all ages, and the shows will be held from 6 pm until 10 pm every Friday and Saturday through August 11 Palm Beach at Moody Gardens sets the scene for this summer music series The enhanced beachside attraction reopened in 2011 with a new 650-foot lazy river, wave pool and two enclosed 18-foot tower slides Families can still enjoy their favorite features like sparkling white sands, sand volleyball, seaside concessions, interactive water elements and lounge areas Some of the region’s top bands will perform at Palm Beach for Bands on the Sand: June 8 The Line Up June 9 Intercoastal Pirates June 15 Radio London June 16 The Slags June 22 Wes Loper Band June 23 Hamilton Loomis June 29 Drywater June 30 Zydeco Dots July 6 Intercoastal Pirates July 7 The Fantastics July 13 The Fuse July 14 Rat Ranch July 20 Third Language July 21 Vertigo July 27 Zack King July 28 The Line Up August 3 Password August 4 Mid-Life Crisis August 10 Blue Finger Disco August 11 The Line Up For more information about Bands on the Sand, please visit moodygardensorg or call 800-582-4673 Moody Gardens® is a public, non-profit, educational destination utilizing nature in the advancement of rehabilitation, conservation, recreation, and research

Jason Cassidy

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Jason Cassidy

08-17-2012 - 08-17-2012

Firehouse Saloon

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Firehouse Saloon - 5930 SW Freeway and Fountainview Houston TX 77057

Admission: $1200 All shows are 21 & up unless noted

(713) 977-1962

http://www.firehousesaloon.com/

Start Time(s): ALL concerts start at 9:15pm with the Headliner starting at 11:15pm Unless otherwise Noted!

The Firehouse Saloon presents Jason Cassidy Jason was born and raised just North of Houston, Texas and continues to live in the area today Growing up rebuilding cars with his dad at their family hot rod shop, Jason is quite the enthusiast and looks forward to the day he can take some time to restore an old classic again When he is not touring throughout Texas, Jason loves the outdoors especially hunting and fishing, most of all just kicking back and cherishing the time with his family and friends! Once surrendering to the great demands of a performing artist, Jason flew through his days and nights barely noticing those around him Today, Jason has truly found the balance between his demanding career and his family, friends and community It has greatly affected his appreciation of what really matters in life and the audience can hear that in his songs And, with his new outlook, Jason is enjoying every aspect of his career, “When you sing songs from your heart it’s so glorifying, you can’t get enough!”

An Evening with Yanni

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

An Evening with Yanni

08-19-2012 - 08-19-2012

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts

http://www.houstonfirsttheaters.com/JonesHall.aspx

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts - 615 Louisiana Houston TX 77002

Admission: US $5500 - US $12500

713-227-3974 or 8007453000

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004861A16FBF1C?artistid=733860&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1

Start Time(s): 8:00pm

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts presents An Evening with Yanni, Sunday, August 19, 2012 at 8:00pm This year has been a busy one for Yanni and his world renowned orchestra, selling out major concert venues around the world including Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Asia With his world-class orchestra, he performed music from his latest album "Truth of Touch," now platinum in the Middle East, as well as classic concert favorites Yanni is now returning to the United States and Canada with a brand new show for 2012! Yanni is a Greek self-taught pianist, keyboardist, and composer He earned Grammy nominations for his 1992 album, Dare to Dream, and the 1993 follow-up, In My Time His breakthrough success came with the 1994 release of Yanni Live at the Acropolis, deemed to be the second best-selling music video of all time Yanni has since performed live in concert before in excess of two million people in more than 20 countries around the world He has accumulated more than 35 platinum and gold albums globally, with sales totaling over 20 million copies Yanni is considered to be one of the top fundraisers of all time for public television His compositions have been included in all Olympic Games television broadcasts since 1988, and his music has been used extensively in television and televised sporting events

Roberto Hidalgo Piano Recital

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Roberto Hidalgo Piano Recital

08-25-2012 - 08-25-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $20; Student $10

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://aug2612-eorg.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 3:00 pm Location: Festival Concert Hall

The Round Top Festival Institute presents a Roberto Hidalgo Piano Recital Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 3:00 PM Roberto Hidalgo is known for programs that combine Latin American works with those from traditional western repertoire He has participated at festivals such as Foro de Compositores del Caribe in Medellín, Colombia; Festival Cervantino in Guanajuato; Foro Internacional de Música Nueva "Manuel Enríquez", in Mexico City; Festival Internacional de Interpretación, in Gerona, Spain, the Chappaquiddick Summer Music Festival and the Festival-Institute at Round Top,Texas His appearances include the Bing Auditorium at the LA County Museum Los Angeles; Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, Town Hall, Bruno Walter Auditorium and Merkin Hall in New York City; Palacio de Bellas Artes, Sala Blas Galindo, Sala Nezahualcoyotl, Sala Carlos Chávez in Mexico City With pianist Marc Peloquin, he has given succesful two-piano concerts hailed for their innovative programs A First Prize winner of the Artist International Competition, he has received support from The Magowan Family Foundation and the Faculty Resource Grant from the Bloomingdale School of Music where he is a member of the faculty He holds degrees from Mannes (BM and MM) and The Manhattan School of Music (DMA) where he studied with Nina Svetlanova

The Original Blue Monday Blues Jam and Open Mic

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Original Blue Monday Blues Jam and Open Mic

04-09-2012 - 08-26-2012

Junction Bar & Grill

http://www.junctionbarandgrill.com/

Junction Bar & Grill - 160 W Gray Street Houston TX 77019

Admission: Call for details

7135237768

junctionbarandgrill@gmail.com

Start Time(s): 8:30 pm - 12:30 am

Blue Monday is back in Houston Texas That's right Houston's own Sonny Boy Terry Band and Midtown's Junction Bar and Grill are bringing back The Original Blue Monday Blues Jam and Open Mic from 8:30PM - 12:30AM starting on April 9th, 2012 Sonny Boy Terry ran his former band leader, legend Joe Guitar Hughes' jam every Monday at Evening Shadows in Third Ward/Southpark on Old Spanish Trail in the early nineties and in the late nineties, as his own band leader, Sonny Boy Terry hosted his own jam at the city's top blues room Billy Blues A veteran of Houston's blue scene, Sonny Boy Terry has recorded and worked with many legends in the blues and rock world from Joe Guitar Hughes, Johnny Copeland, Calvin Owens and Roy Head to Brownsville Station's H Bomb Weck and Mark Andes of Heart/Spirit/Firefall fame Sonny Boy Terry founded the Houston Blues Society in 1993 while running Joe Hughes' residency jam at Club Matinee In 2010 The Sonny Boy Terry Band represented Houston in Memphis TN for the International Blues Competition sponsored by the Blues Foundation after winning Houston's reginal competition He also has tweo excellent albums released on the Austin imprint Doc Blues Records Considered Houston's top blues harmonica player, Sonny Boy Terry mixes jazz, rock, country, roots rock, and gospel in his soulful up termpo sound Ideally located in Houston's fourth ward also now known as midtown, right in the heart of the city, The Junction bar and Grill offers good parking, great food, a full bar, friendly proprietors who support live music Now every Monday SBT and his top drawer up tempo band will perform and lead a variety of up and comers along with stellar professional blues friends "I've been thinking about bringing back a Blue Monday in Houston for a few years now", Terry says With a keen eye for the business of blues "The Junction has great possibiities location wise to connect with the entire Houston blues community I am also well aware people in town for business and tourists came out to the blue Monday's I have been a part of before It's a great chance to serve and promote the Houston's diverse blues scene"

Sugarland

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Sugarland

08-26-2012 - 08-26-2012

BBVA Compass Stadium

http://bbvacompassstadium.com/

BBVA Compass Stadium - 2200 Texas Street Houston TX 77003

Admission: $1500-$12500

888-929-7849

https://tickets.axs.com/eventShopperV2.html?wr=4bec8f08-1389-4f49-82ab-8cd969a962ad&prefill=1&skin=bbva&preFill=1

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

AEG Facilities-managed BBVA Compass Stadium is proud to announce that Grammy award-winning duo Sugarland will perform at the downtown stadium on Sunday, August 26 This is the first concert announcement for Houston’s newest stadium property, best known as the home of the Houston Dynamo and Texas Southern University football, which will also host a variety of professional, collegiate and community sporting events, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, conventions and special events “We are really excited and humbled to be the first act announced at BBVA Compass Stadium,” said Sugarland’s Kristian Bush “This year’s tour is focused on the fans and will be an all request tour and we couldn’t imagine a better place to see and perform for all of our fans than this new stadium, it’s really a special gift as we just love Houston!” The Mercury Nashville super duo has reached more than 22 million in worldwide sales and has achieved eight No 1 singles with Twice The Speed Of Life, Enjoy The Ride, Love On The Inside and The Incredible Machine Sugarland co-wrote all tracks from all four albums and co-produced the last three The pair has released a CD/DVD set titled Live On The Inside, starred in a one-hour ABC concert special and recorded the 10-track holiday album Gold And Green of half standards and the other half originals Honors include awards from the Grammys, AMA’s, the ACM Awards, CMT Music Awards and the CMA Awards, as well as live collaborations with heavy hitters like Adele, Rihanna and Lady Gaga among others The duo has been seen all over the media spectrum with appearances on Oprah, Good Morning America, Ellen, CNN Heroes, Chelsea Lately and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno They’ve performed in numerous European countries and have headlined multiple US tours that continue to sell out venues across the country Sugarland will kick-off their sixth consecutive headlining tour entitled “In Your Hands” April 5thin Toledo, OH “We are very excited about this concert announcement and are fortunate to get an act like Sugarland at the venue,” said general manager of BBVA Compass Stadium Doug Hall “We look forward to showcasing the venue to concert fans and making this a new destination in Houston to see a variety of top name artists”

Rock the Dock 2012 (Thursdays)

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Rock the Dock 2012 (Thursdays)

05-03-2012 - 08-30-2012

Kemah Boardwalk

http://www.kemahboardwalk.com/

Kemah Boardwalk - 215 Kipp Avenue Kemah TX 77565

Admission: Free Event

281-334-9880

Start Time(s): Thursdays 6:30pm-10:15pm

Celebrate the summer with Kemah Boardwalk’s Rock the Dock Pump up the jam as summer approaches and the heat rises at the Kemah Boardwalk with the thirteenth annual Rock the Dock summer-long concert series Music lovers will rejoice as they enjoy beats from the best local and regional bands starting in May continuing each Thursday evening through August The free concerts will feature a wide variety of rock ‘n’ roll sound and are held on the Plaza from 6:30 pm -10:15 pm each week Here’s a schedule of what’s to come: May 3 THE SLAGS Dance Rock May 10 BIG BOOM New & Classic Rock May 17 FAL SKYE Rock Star New & Classics May 24 RAT RANCH Houston’s Favorite Rock & Roll May 31 VELCRO PYGMIES Rock & Roll June 7 HAMILTON LOOMIS Houston’s Own Son of Blues June 14 ADRENALINE Adrenaline filled Rock & Roll June 21 THAT 80’S BAND 80’s Tribute to the Hair Bands June 28 TEXAS UNLIMITED BAND Pop Rock from Austin July 5 RAT RANCH Houston’s Favorite Rock & Roll July 12 COLD SHOT Rock Hits July 19 SPACE ROCKERS Austin Dance Rock July 26 ZACK KING Dallas Power Rock August 2 THE SLAGS Dance Rock August 9 FAL SKYE Rock Star New & Classics August 16 RAT RANCH Houston’s Favorite Rock & Roll August 23 VERTIGO 80’s Rock August 30 LAST ONE FOR 2012 11TH HOUR Rock Variety Classics To visit Kemah boardwalk, take I-45 South to NASA Road 1 exit Continue down NASA Road 1 to Highway 146 and turn right Go over the bridge and turn left at the first light, which is Sixth Street Turn left at the first stop sign, which is Bradford Ave Go to the end of the street and follow signs to Kemah Boardwalk

Happy Hour in Club Curve

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Happy Hour in Club Curve

08-31-2011 - 08-31-2012

Club Curve

http://www.houstonclubcurve.com

Club Curve - 410 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Free for all

(832) 460-0150

tylerwitt2010@yahoo.com

http://www.houstonclubcurve.com

Start Time(s): 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Happy Hour in Club Curve See website or FACEBOOK page for details

Houston Symphony at CWMP: Latin American Classical Concert

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Houston Symphony at CWMP: Latin American Classical Concert

09-06-2012 - 09-06-2012

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

http://www.woodlandscenter.org/

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 2005 Lake Robbins Drive Spring TX 77380

Admission: $15 orchestra seating Free mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of The Wortham Foundation

281-363-3300

info@woodlandscenter.org

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004856B7B0C2D3?artistid=803873&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=203

Start Time(s): 8:00 pm Gates open at 7 pm

George Jones

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0800

George Jones

09-08-2012 - 09-08-2012

Arena Theatre

http://www.arenahouston.com/

Arena Theatre - 7326 Southwest Freeway Houston TX 77074

Admission: $5500 Arena Theatre is a non-smoking facility PLEASE BE AWARE THAT PARKING IS NOT FREE AT THE ARENA TOWERS GARAGE UNLESS IT SPECIFIES OTHERWISE ON EVENT TICKET

713-772-5900

http://www.arenahouston.com/

Start Time(s): 8pm Doors open at 7pm

Arena Theatre presents George Jones, Saturday September 8, 2012 @ 8:00PM More than 35 years ago, George Jones recorded “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes,” a song that wondered aloud whether newcomers would come along that could possibly walk in the footsteps of the progenitors and giants of country music All this time later, it’s not a question we’ve had to seriously consider: Jones himself is still around to step into those shoes of sublimity They just happen to be exactly his size A jury of his peers has found him guilty… of unparalleled vocal superiority Consider some of these endorsements from fellow music legends: Frank Sinatra famously (and coyly) referred to Jones as “the second greatest singer in America” Garth Brooks summed up the consensus view when he called him “the greatest voice ever to sing country music” Waylon Jennings expressed a common jealousy when he said, "If we all could sound the way we wanted, we'd all sound like George Jones" Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones put things in more honorific terms: "George Jones is a national treasure and should be treated accordingly” Don’t worry, Keith: America hasn’t fallen down on the job when it comes to that kind of lionization Jones has received the four highest honors that can be granted to anyone in his line of work, starting with his induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1992 Ten years later, the president bestowed the National Medal of Arts upon him In yet another executive-branch moment, Jones was saluted by the Kennedy Center Honors in 2008 This year, Jones got another top honor to round out music’s most enviable trophy shelf, as the Grammys presented him with their Lifetime Achievement Award Short of being carved into Mount Rushmore, there aren’t many all-time plaudits left for him to earn Now that’s picked up his latest career-encompassing trophy, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Jones is having to carve out a little more shelf space in his Franklin, Tennessee home It’s one more honor to tell about if he ever writes a sequel to “I Lived to Tell It All”

Houston Symphony at CWMP: Evening with Brahms

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Houston Symphony at CWMP: Evening with Brahms

09-21-2012 - 09-21-2012

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

http://www.woodlandscenter.org/

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 2005 Lake Robbins Drive Spring TX 77380

Admission: $15 orchestra seating Free mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of The Wortham Foundation

281-363-3300

info@woodlandscenter.org

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004856B7B1C2D5?artistid=803873&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=203

Start Time(s): 8:00 pm Gates open at 7 pm

The Psychedelic Furs

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Psychedelic Furs

09-21-2012 - 09-21-2012

House of Blues

http://hob.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $2300 - General Admission $2700 - General Admission Day of Show $3300 - Upper Balcony $4000 - Lower Balcony Ages: all

88840BLUES (402-5837)

http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=74348

Start Time(s): Friday 09/21/2012 Doors: 08:00 PM Show: 09:00 PM

House of Blues presents The Psychedelic Furs If you sit and talk to many of the alternative rock artists dominating today’s music, you’ll find that many of them pay homage to the legendary “new wave” bands that emerged in the early 1980’s Prominent among those bands was a group called The Psychedelic Furs Led by singer and songwriter Richard Butler, along with bass playing brother Tim, the Furs won over fans and critics alike by combining poetic lyrics, innovative rhythms and melodies driven by an aggressive, punk desperation Through it all, the band scored major hits with "Love My Way," "Pretty In Pink," "Heaven," "The Ghost In You," and “Heartbreak Beat” in all releasing seven studio albums, several compilations, a box set and a live DVD Throughout The Furs reign, critics routinely compared the group’s enigmatic sound to an impressive slew of art-rock icons including David Bowie, The Velvet Underground and The Doors, as well as to punk progenitors, The Sex Pistols Growing heavier and more guitar-oriented in their later releases, The Furs have since been regarded as a musical icon that bridged the gap between early punk and the alternative hard rock and grunge that would rise during the 90s And if that weren’t enough of a musical legacy, the Furs also paved the way for a whole new generation of music artists to follow in their footsteps and in the process, assured themselves a nearly legendary status The band went on extended hiatus in the early 1990s, with the Butler brothers going on to create the band “Love Spit Love” along with guitarist Richard Fortus and drummer Frank Ferrer Love Spit Love released two albums and enjoyed some chart success as well After spending most of the decade apart, the Butlers and Ashton reignited The Psychedelic Furs in 2000, and released a live album Beautiful Chaos: Greatest Hits Live, which also featured a new studio recording, "Alive (For Once In My Lifetime)" A DVD version of the performance included live versions of "Alive" and three other previously unreleased songs: "Anodyne (Better Days)," "Cigarette" and "Wrong Train" Since then, lead singer Richard Butler has released an eponymous solo album produced by Jon Carin, and has hinted at the possibility of a new Psychedelic Furs album These days, the band continues to tour around the world The current Psychedelic Furs touring lineup remains Richard Butler (vocals), Tim Butler (bass), Rich Good (guitar), Mars Williams (saxophone), Amanda Kramer (keyboards), and Paul Garisto (drums)

Building Temples From Death Fest 2012 (upstairs)

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Building Temples From Death Fest 2012 (upstairs)

09-29-2012 - 09-29-2012

Fitzgerald's

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Fitzgerald's - 2706 White Oak Dr Houston TX 77007

Admission: General Admission: $1800 Day Of: $2000 Box Office: $2200

(713) 862-3838

fitz@fitzlivemusic.com

http://www.fitzlivemusic.com/

Start Time(s): Doors at 12noon

Fitzgerald's presents Building Temples From Death Fest 2012 BUILDING TEMPLES FROM DEATH FEST bringing an onslaught of brutal metal from all over to reign metal down in Texas SACRIFICIAL SLAUGHTER Will be playing this yrs Building Temples from Death Fest 2012 this will be there 1st time to play Houston so yall come on out and check out the BrutalityPlus TWENTY-TWO hand picked metal bands from across the nation to represent the finest in extreme entertainment Music Schedule: Disgorge 12:50 Putrid Pile 11:40 Dehumanized 10:30 Embalmer 9:20 Ingurgitate – TX 8:40 Sacrificial Slaughter – CA 8:10 Uncleansed - TX 7:25 Autonomy – RI 6:55 Meathook - AZ 6:25 Hod - TX 5:55 Isolation In Infamy – CA 5:25 Genocaust - AZ 4:55 Forged in Gore – OH 4:25 Execration- CO 3:55 Mourning - NJ 3:25 Extremely Rotten – FL 2:55 Funeral Rites- TX 2:25 SPECTRAL MANIFEST- TX 1:55 Despise the sun – CO 1:25 Ominous- NJ 12:55 Flesh Hoarder - TX 12:35 Whore of Bethlehem - TX 12:15

Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx in Concert

Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx in Concert

10-11-2012 - 10-11-2012

Stafford Centre

http://www.staffordcentre.com

Stafford Centre - 10505 Cash Rd Stafford TX 77477

Admission: Ticket prices are $100, $85, $75, $65, and $50

(281) 208-6900

http://staffordcentre.ticketforce.com/

Start Time(s): October 11, 2012 @ 8:00 pm

Stafford Centre is pleased to announce Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx in Concert for one night only! Hear one of the greatest voices of all time live on Thursday, October 11th at 8:00 pm as Mr DeYoung returns to the Houston area for the first time in twelve long years Hit songs include “Lady”, “Mr Roboto”, “Renegade”, “Babe”, and “Come Sail Away” Dennis DeYoung is a founding member of the rock group Styx The Chicago-based band originated in 1962 when 14-year-old DeYoung and brothers John and Chuck Panozzo joined DeYoung in the basement of his childhood home to form one of America's most successful and enduring bands Styx has sold over 35 million albums worldwide, and DeYoung has written eight of their nine top ten singles Styx was the only band to ever record four consecutive triple platinum albums For over four decades, DeYoung has been a singer, songwriter, keyboardist and record producer He wrote and sang several classics including: Lady, Come Sail Away, Best of Times, Mr Roboto, Show Me the Way, Desert Moon, Don't Let It End, and the 1979 People’s Choice Award winner, Babe His singing talents have made his voice one of the most recognizable in the world DeYoung has recorded seven solo albums including Desert Moon, whose title track achieved Top Ten status DeYoung continues to tour with his rock band around the world Read a recent review of his performance in Tampa, FL (Please note: Mr DeYoung will not be accompanied by an orchestra at Stafford Centre) To view Dennis DeYoung perform his popular song “Come Sail Away” click on the video below

Houston Symphony at CWMP: Hocus Pocus Pops

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Houston Symphony at CWMP: Hocus Pocus Pops

10-12-2012 - 10-12-2012

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

http://www.woodlandscenter.org/

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 2005 Lake Robbins Drive Spring TX 77380

Admission: $15 orchestra seating Free mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of H-E-B

281-363-3300

info@woodlandscenter.org

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004866D658D7B4?artistid=1707402&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm Gates open at 6 pm

Kenny Rogers

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Kenny Rogers

10-12-2012 - 10-12-2012

Arena Theatre

http://www.arenahouston.com/

Arena Theatre - 7326 Southwest Freeway Houston TX 77074

Admission: $5500-$6950 Arena Theatre is a non-smoking facility PLEASE BE AWARE THAT PARKING IS NOT FREE AT THE ARENA TOWERS GARAGE UNLESS IT SPECIFIES OTHERWISE ON EVENT TICKET

713-772-5900

http://www.arenahouston.com/

Start Time(s): 8pm Doors open at 7pm

Arena Theatre presents Kenny Rogers, Friday October 12, 2012 @ 8:00PM Known for instantly identifiable sweetly raspy vocals and an extraordinary ability to vividly inhabit each song he performs, Rogers has sold more than 120 million records worldwide and recorded more than 65 albums during his storied 52 years in show business His long list of timeless classics includes an impressive 24 #1 hits - "The Gambler," "Lady," "Lucille," "She Believes in Me," "Islands in the Stream," and "We've Got Tonight" among them Two of Rogers' albums, The Gambler and Kenny, are featured in the Aboutcom poll of "The 200 Most Influential Country Albums Ever", and his Greatest Hits album has sold over 24 million copies worldwide to date He is the RIAA's 8th best selling male artist of all time with 1 Diamond album, 19 Platinum albums and 31 Gold albums Rogers has received hundreds of awards for his music and charity work, including three Grammys, 11 People's Choice Awards, 18 American Music Awards, eight Academy of Country Music awards and five Country Music Association awards Remaining a popular entertainer around the world, Rogers, voted the "Favorite Singer of All-Time" in a 1986 joint poll by readers of both USA Today and People, still loves touring and recording new music For over five decades, the gifted singer, songwriter, musician, producer, actor, photographer and entertainer has delivered memorable songs, drawing fans from many different backgrounds "I really, really love what I'm doing," Rogers says "People survive longer if they love what they're doing Because you just don't quit"

Red Hot Chili Peppers

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Red Hot Chili Peppers

10-20-2012 - 10-20-2012

Toyota Center

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/

Toyota Center - 1510 Polk Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Ticket Prices: $5950 and $3950

1-866-4HOUTIX (866-446-8849)

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/events/event_1204.php

Start Time(s): Date: Saturday, October 20, 2012 Time: 7:30 PM Doors Open: 6:30 PM **This concert was originally scheduled for March 8th, but was rescheduled due to multiple foot injuries sustained by Anthony Kiedis

Toyota Center presents Red Hot Chili Peppers Toyota Center is excited to welcome Red Hot Chili Peppers back to Houston on Saturday, October 20! With special guest Janelle Monae Red Hot Chili Peppers have established themselves as one of rock’s greatest live acts with their combination of funk influenced metal and pop rock The commercial breakthrough came in 1989 with the album Mother’s Milk The follow-up is arguably one of the greatest albums released in the 1990’s, Blood Sugar Sex Magik, which featured the top ten hit “Under the Bridge” as well as “Give It Away” and “Breaking the Girl” After a long hiatus the group's reunion album, I’m With You proved to be another monster success, reconfirming the Chili Peppers as one of alternative rock's top bands Don’t miss your chance to see Red Hot Chili Peppers perform live at Toyota Center in October! Photo by Clara Balzary

Chamber Orchestra Kremlin

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Chamber Orchestra Kremlin

10-20-2012 - 10-20-2012

Round Top Festival Institute

http://festivalhill.org

Round Top Festival Institute - 248 Jaster Road Round Top TX 78954

Admission: Adult $30; Student $10

979-249-3129

info@festivalhill.org

http://oct2012-eorg.eventbrite.com/

Start Time(s): 3:00 pm Location: Festival Concert Hall

The Round Top Festival Institute presents Chamber Orchestra Kremlin Saturday, October 20, 2012 at 3:00 PM Chamber Orchestra Kremlin, founded and led by Misha Rachlevsky, has earned national and international recognition as one of Russia's leading ensembles Founded in 1991, the orchestra, comprising some of Russia's finest young string players, has carved a niche for itself under the creative baton of its founder and music director Misha Rachlevsky Whether it is the highly-acclaimed CDs or its mesmerizing concerts, Chamber Orchestra Kremlin's warmth and high energy create addictive performances that stay with listeners long after the last note has been played In addition to an active schedule of presenting concerts and festivals in Moscow, Chamber Orchestra Kremlin tours regularly in North and South America, Europe and the Far East With seventeen years of excellence under its belt, a devoted audience in its home base, Moscow, an awards-winning CD catalog of over thirty CDs and an increasing demand for performances internationally, Chamber Orchestra Kremlin enthusiastically continues its busy schedule of concerts, festivals, recordings and touring Scheduled Program: WA Mozart Divertimento in D, K 136 Arnold Schoenberg Transfigured Night L van Beethoven Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No 4 in G, Op 58 (soloist James Dick)

Madonna 2012 World Tour

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Madonna 2012 World Tour

10-24-2012 - 10-25-2012

Toyota Center

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/

Toyota Center - 1510 Polk Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Ticket Prices: $355, $170, $90 and $45

1-866-4HOUTIX (866-446-8849)

http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/events/event_1245.php

Start Time(s): Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Thursday, October 25, 2012 Time: 8:00 PM Doors Open: 7:00 PM

Toyota Center presents Madonna Toyota Center is excited to welcome Madonna to Houston on Wednesday, October 24 and Thursday, October 25! In the course of her phenomenal career, Madonna has a record-breaking 37 Top-10 hits on Billboard’s Hot 100 Singles Chart along with a record-breaking 40 Number 1’s on Billboard’s Dance/Club Play Song Charts Madonna has sold over 300 million albums and holds the record for the most successful tour by a solo artist in history Madonna 2012 World Tour is the Material Girl’s 9th Tour Don’t miss your chance to see Madonna perform live at Toyota Center in October!

Eddie Vedder (NEW DATES)

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Eddie Vedder (NEW DATES)

11-12-2012 - 11-13-2012

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts

http://www.houstonfirsttheaters.com/JonesHall.aspx

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts - 615 Louisiana Houston TX 77002

Admission: US $7650

713-227-3974 or 8007453000

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Jones-Hall-tickets-Houston/venue/98378?tm_link=edp_Venue_Name_1

Start Time(s): ~~7:30pm ADDED SHOW: Monday, April 23 at 7:30pm!~~ Originally scheduled for April 22 and 23, these shows have been postponed until November 12 and 13 due to nerve damage in the artist's right arm Previously purchased tickets will be honored

Jones Hall for the Performing Arts presents Eddie VedderSunday, April 22, 2012 at 7:30pm ADDED SHOW: Monday, April 23 at 7:30pm! Eddie Vedder will be bringing his ukulele to Jones Hall as part of his 13 city tour featuring his new album Ukulele Songs Oscar-winning Swell Season/ Frames singer/songwriter Glen Hansard will be the opening act on all dates Originally scheduled for April 22 and 23, these shows have been postponed until November 12 and 13 due to nerve damage in the artist's right arm Previously purchased tickets will be honored Eddie Vedder is the lead singer and lyricist for the band Pearl Jam He has also been involved in other music outside of Pearl Jam, and released his first solo album, a soundtrack to the movie ‘Into the Wild’ in September 2007 In the 1980s Vedder sang with several Southern California rock bands, most notably Bad Radio, but rose to fame only after moving to Seattle in 1990 and joining Pearl Jam In addition to playing with Pearl Jam, Vedder has performed and recorded with numerous well-known artists, including Bad Religion, Fastbacks, Neil Finn, Jack Irons, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Cat Power, REM, Supersuckers, Mike Watt, Wellwater Conspiracy, The Who, The Doors, Bruce Springsteen, Rolling Stones, Peter Frampton, U2, and Neil Young On Pearl Jam records he uses the pseudonym “Jerome Turner” for his non-musical (usually design and artwork) functions He has also sometimes used the pseudonym of “Wes C Addle” (“West Seattle”) Many front men in the 1990s and early 2000s have been influenced by Vedder’s deep vocal range and singing style, including the front men of Creed, Puddle of Mudd, and early Nickelback, among others

38th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival (weekends)

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

38th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival (weekends)

10-06-2012 - 11-25-2012

Texas Renaissance Festival

http://www.texrenfest.com

Texas Renaissance Festival - 21778 FM 1774 Plantersville TX 77363

Admission: At Gate: $2500 Adult $1200 Child TRF Discount Ticket: $2000 Saturday $1700 Sunday $1000 Saturday $800 Sunday Special pricing on Discount Tickets is available online, by mail, by phone, or at one of our TICKET OUTLETS Limited quantities are available! Special Opening Weekend Ticket: $1200 Adult $600 Child Special pricing on Opening Weekend Tickets is available ONLY by purchasing online, mail, phone, or at a TRF Ticket Outlet Limited quantities available! Not avaliable at the gate! Group Tickets: $1500 Adult $600 Child Special pricing on Group Tickets is available ONLY by purchasing a group of 25 (adult) or more tickets The order must be placed by phone or mail through the TRF main office Group ticket orders should be placed Monday—Friday, 8 am—5 pm Please ask for Group Sales Group tickets are NOT available for purchase at the Gate! Family 4-Pack: $4000 Take advantage of our $40 Family 4-Pack offering (2) Adult tickets and (2) Kids tickets; a $34 savings off the gate price! Tickets are valid for 2012 festival dates only Children are ages 5-12 Children 4 and under are admitted FREE Package avaliable by phone, mail, or online beginning March 1 This package not avaliable at the gate or at Ticket Outlets Adult 4-Pack $6000 Take advantage of our $60 Adult 4-Pack offering (4) Adult tickets; a $40 savings off the gate price! Tickets are valid for 2012 festival dates only Package avaliable by phone, mail, or online beginning March 1 This package not avaliable at the gate or at Ticket Outlets Weekend Pass: $3500 Adult $1400 Child Weekend Passes are available They consist of two tickets—one ticket good for Saturday ONLY and one ticket good for Sunday ONLY *The Weekend Pass does NOT include Friday, November 23* The dates of attendance do not have to be consecutive They are available at the gate, online or by calling 800-458-3435 Season Pass: $25500 Experience all the fun, fantasy, magic and merriment of the 38th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival with 17 ANY DAY tickets! The Season Pass is available for $255 for Adults These ticket packages, which offer a discounted ticket per day, are available for a limited time online or by calling 800-458-3435 Pass offer will end prior to Opening Weekend Camping: $2000 per vehicle Enjoy the Fields of New Market Camping Experience! Purchase your camping fee early for $2000 per vehicle Printed pass exchanged at gate for camping tag Valid for one entire weekend from camp opening to camp closing Camping fee can also be paid at the gate (cash only) King's Royal Carriage Package: $1,000 The Texas Renaissance Festival and Prestigious Event Rentals (wwwperentalsnet) are offering the King’s Royal Carriage transportation service, which offers limousine service to and from the festival For more information and reservations on this package please click here Children 4 and under are free and ages 5-12 are considered a "child" All Ticket Packages (Season Pass, Weekend Pass, Family Four Pack, and Adult Four Pack) will be avaliable online beginning March 1st! All Tickets Offers and Camping will be available online beginning August 1st! All Ticket and Ticket Packages will be on-sale by phone beginning March 1st Contact the TRF Ticketing Office at 800-458-3435 for more information! Ticket Outlets will open starting September 1st!

281-356-2178 or 800-458-3435

https://texrenfesttickets.entausa.com/WebPages/EntaWebpublic/PURCHASEOPTIONS.ASPX

Start Time(s): Saturdays, Sundays & Thanksgiving Friday in October and November 9 AM to dusk

The Texas Renaissance Festival is the Nation’s largest and most acclaimed Renaissance theme park where the sights, sounds, tastes and beauty of the 16th Century come alive for eight magically-themed weekends The Festival welcomes more than 500,000 guests annually and features hundreds of costumed performers with over 200 daily performances; 350 shoppes including international food purveyors, unique artisans, merchants and craft vendors; human-powered rides; an abundance of strolling performers and the Royal Fireworks display at dusk The 38th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival opening weekend is on October 6th, 2012 and will be continue on weekends through the Thanksgiving Holiday on November 25th Once again the festival will include eight themed weekends including Oktoberfest, All Hallows Eve and the ever popular Barbarian Invasion School Days will take place November 6th & 7th, 2012 And the new camp ground expansion has been dubbed The Fields of New Market Campground by local outdoorsmen anxious to see the 100 acre addition to the already large habitat The 2012 Texas Renaissance Festival themed weekends include: Oktoberfest (Oct 6-7), 1001 Dreams (Oct13-14), Pirate Adventure (Oct 20-21), All Hallows Eve (Oct 27-28), Roman Bacchanal (Nov 3-4), Highland Fling (Nov 10-11), Barbarian Invasion (Nov 17-18) and a special three-day closing weekend celebration, Celtic Christmas (Nov 23-25) READ MORE ABOUT THE THEMED 2012 WEEKENDS For more updates and events throughout the 2012 season, and information on weddings, School Days, group sales and wedding bookings, please call 800-458-3435 or visit wwwtexrenfestcom And don’t forget to visit us on Facebook! The Festival is held Saturdays, Sundays and Thanksgiving Friday Texas Renaissance Festival is located 50 miles Northwest of Houston on more than 55-acres of beautifully landscaped grounds on FM 1774, between Magnolia and Plantersville, Texas

Soulitions Wed's: 4 The Love of House (Wednesdays)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Soulitions Wed's: 4 The Love of House (Wednesdays)

02-15-2012 - 02-27-2013

dj NIMBUS

http://www.facebook.com/groups/houstonhousemusic/

Belvedere - 1131 Uptown Park Blvd Houston TX 77056

Admission: Free : 21+

713-385-2585

Start Time(s): 8pm - 12am : Weekly

dj NIMBUS presents Soulitions Wed's: 4 The Love of House, Wednesdays at Belvedere! Every Wed will be dedicated to those who LOVE HOUSE MUSIC! This is especially targets those who have moved here from cities such as Chicago, Baltimore, DC, New York, or anywhere that has traditionally had a wider variety of music This event is open to all who like to enjoy great music from all over the globe in a nice setting, and centrally located Come prepared to dance and sweat that perm out and the shine outta that silk shirt! DRINK SPECIALS!!! $4 - Apple Martini's / Frozen Mojito's $4 - Wells / $1 off beers / wine - extended happy hour ( 8pm - 12am )

MONDAY NIGHT SWING @ The Capitol

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

MONDAY NIGHT SWING @ The Capitol

03-19-2012 - 03-18-2013

The Capitol at St Germain

http://www.facebook.com/swingatthecapitol

The Capitol at St Germain - 705 Main Street, Suite B (Entrance on Capitol Street) Houston TX 77002

Admission: $700 Cover-charge

7134922454

http://www.thecapitolhouston.com

Start Time(s): 7:00 - 10:00p

The Capitol at St Germain presents MONDAY NIGHT SWING @ The Capitol MONDAY NIGHT SWING @ The Capitol is Houston's only weekly event that offers the best in live swing, big band, ballroom, and dance band music in the comfortable supper-club setting of The Capitol @ St Germain Come enjoy dinner and drinks while THIRD COAST SWING plays classic swing, jazz, and standards from the American Song-Book Outstanding vocalists balance out the set-list that keeps the dance-floor full FREE Swing-dance lessons begin each Monday at 7:00p, with live music beginning at 7:30p All ages are invited to come get their "swing" on!

Sunday Night Zydeco Party

Mon, 30 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0800

Sunday Night Zydeco Party

01-01-2006 - 01-01-2037

Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club

http://www.thebigeasyblues.com

Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club - 5731 Kirby Drive Houston TX 77005

Admission: Free event

(713) 523-9999

Start Time(s): 8pm

La La at the the Big Easy every Sunday night Dance and groove to live ZydecoYeah You Right!!! Click here to check the calendar for band listing Photo by James Fraher

Faye & The Mid City Players (Saturdays)

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Faye & The Mid City Players (Saturdays)

01-23-2009 - 01-01-2037

2016 Mainstage (formerly Sammy's)

http://www.2016mainstage.com/

2016 Mainstage (formerly Sammy's) - 2016 Main Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: $10 cover charge

713-751-3101

info@2016mainstage.com

Start Time(s): 8:00pm Most Saturdays

2016 Mainstage presents Faye & The Mid City Players If you haven't had a chance to experience this Motown/Earth, Wind & Fire-inspired band, come check them out, and find out what you've been missing! Join Faye as she livens the crowd with her high-energy, interactive performance and just maybe find yourself center stage, shaking your booty to a Tina Turner classic, only slightly modified by Faye to keep the audience on their toes

Gospel Brunch (Sundays at HOB Houston)

Wed, 05 Dec 2001 00:00:00 -0800

Gospel Brunch (Sundays at HOB Houston)

02-08-2009 - 01-01-2037

House of Blues

http://hob.com/

House of Blues Houston - 1204 Caroline Street Houston TX 77002

Admission: Adults $38 Children (up to 12 years old) $18 Children under 5 (must still reserve a ticket) free Show-only (balcony tickets) $18 : Listed prices include tax and service charges : Phone orders subject to an additional $200 service charge : $250 Discount for Senior Citizens 65 years and older with valid proof of age : Acts/date/time subject to change without notice

88840BLUES

http://hob.com/venues/clubvenues/houston/gospelbrunch.asp

Start Time(s): Seating Times: 11:00 am 1:00 pm

House of Blues Gospel Brunch, Sundays at HOB Houston Praise the lord and pass the biscuits! The award-winning Sunday Gospel Brunch at House of Blues has arrived in Houston! The gospel brunch series began in 1992 in Cambridge, Mass Houston is now the 12th location to incorporate the weekly event, which includes an hour-long gospel performance from a rotating series of acts Upcoming performers include Brotherly Luv, the Mighty Travelers, GRACE Ensemble and the fantastic Jones Family Singers Paulette Wright, former hostess of the HOB gospel brunch in New Orleans, takes over those duties in Houston Gospel Brunch is a one-of-a-kind live music show and dining experience Guests will enjoy a delicious all-you-can-eat southern style buffet that features breakfast favorites plus a host of southern specialties Every week different gospel groups from around the region will perform live on stage The music is uplifting and energetic and guaranteed to get the crowd standing on their feet!