There are several upcoming musical events that cover different eras and genres. Music is explored in its progression of expression at various Lowell venues for people of all musical tastes.
November
SymphonyNH begins with a concert of Bach & Purcell pieces on Sunday, November 10th, from 3 to 5 p.m. This program of colorful baroque music explores the careers and compositions of Henry Purcell and Johann Sebastian Bach. The performance is hosted by UMass Lowell at Durgin Hall, and conducted by Tiffany Lu, Conducting Associate at Pierre Monteux School and Music Festival in Maine. For tickets, go to SymphonyNH website.
Transitioning to rock, the show “Cambodian Rock Band,” wraps up its string of performances this weekend at the Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT). The show explores the story of a daughter who tries to piece together her father’s history after he fled Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge regime in the 1970s. Celebrating the bond of family during hardships, the show expresses the power of music in the ‘70s. With only a few performances remaining, check the MRT website for remaining show times before the last performance this Sunday November 10th.
Zorba’s Music Hall at 437 Market Street hosts the Pink Floyd tribute band, Space Force from 9 – 11:30 p.m. on November 15th. Space Force specializes in reproducing the band’s iconic songs in full detail by using gear from the band’s active years. Fans can expect accurate covers from the bands discography to re-experience moments of the 70’s and 80’s, the peak period of the band’s activity.
The James Ventola Band performs at Gallery Z on November 16th, 7 – 9 p.m. The jazz pianist from Ipswich has been playing around the greater Boston area for years. He has performed with several jazz musicians, such as Nat Simpkins, Charles Neville, Dave Zox, and Danny Heath. For more information visit the Gallery Z website.
The legendary Bob Dylan returns for his first concert in Lowell since 2013 on November 19th. Known for his work in the rock, blues, folk, and country genres, he has received several Grammy Awards and a Golden Globe. Bob Dylan & His Band takes the stage at the Tsongas Center at 8 p.m. For more information, check out the Tsongas Center website.
December
The 3rd annual Mayor’s Holiday Fest for Youth Homelessness Rock N’ Roll Fundraiser will rock Zorba’s Music Hall on December 12th beginning at 6 p.m. The fundraiser addresses a persistent issue within the city and showcases several local rock bands, including Love Train, Emily Desmond, Mickey Kanan, and many more. For information on the complete lineup and tickets for the event, visit the Community Teamwork website.
The Lowell Memorial Auditorium (LMA) hosts A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage on December 7th. Three showings -1 p.m., 4 p.m., and 7 p.m- offer flexibility when choosing a show depending on your schedule. This holiday classic comes to the stage to celebrate years of festivities from our favorite selection of childhood characters.
Also at the LMA, the Boston Pops offers their traditional Christmas concert on Sunday December 22nd at 2:30 p.m. The return of this popular holiday show is filled with lively music and traditional sing-alongs. Holiday Pops, started in 1973 by legendary conductor Arthur Fiedler, has taken place at Boston’s world-famous Symphony Hall but is now also touring with a stop here in Lowell.
