Calendar 2008

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January, 2008

January 3, 7 p.m. - Legendary Piano Tour, with Mark Davis, Ian Duerr and Frank DeMiles, at Steinway Piano Gallery, 11550 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Admission $10.

January 4, 7-10 p.m. - Free Hootenanny at the Anderson Arts Center, 121 - 66th. St., Kenosha. Bring an acoustic instrument or your singing voice. Marialyce Kornkven.

January 4, 7-10 p.m. - Koine - Great hymns of faith transformed into a modern mix of various styles of music blends. Also, Rick Stephenson, bringing his award-winning songs, “Sanctuary of My Heart” and “You are Great” to the Lighthouse stage. Silverbrook School, 120 N. Silverbrook Dr, West Bend. Lighthouse Concerts, 262-338-0205.

January 5, Schauer Arts & Activities Center - Club Pike features The Dang-Its blend of Western Swing music. Robyn, 262-670-0560, Hartford.

January 12, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Wooden Bridges perform at Lapham Peak Candlelight Ski/Hike/Skate. Info Rich Schwartz.

January 12, 8 p.m. - The Roller Mills String Band playing at the Miramar Theatre, 2844 N. Oakland Av., Milwaukee. A high energy string band playing old time and bluegrass songs featuring the Hammered Dulcimer. Members are Dale Palecek, hammered dulcimer; Jim Burch, fiddle and mandolin; Mike Stern, guitar; Jerry Williams upright bass. At 9 p.m. Pickin' Up Speed celebrates the release of their new CD. Admission is $10.

January 13, 3 p.m. - Milwaukee Chamber Orchestra at Calvary Presbyterian Church. The night – a time of love, of danger, and of mystery. Join us as we explore music inspired by the night. Eine kleine Nachtmusik, W.A. Mozart; Quiet City, Aaron Copland; Serenata Notturna, W.A.; Mozart; Nocturno H-Dur, op. 40, Antonin Dvorak; Nocturne, op. 60, Benjamin Britten. Tickets: 800-993-2880.

January 16, 7-10 p.m. - Music and Dancing at Moose Lodge, 5476 S. 13th St., Milwaukee. Popular to Polkas. Jerry Glysz or Ed Cygan, accordion; DeWayne Doberstein, concertina; Jim Pilot, mandolin; John Kreiter, percussion; Rich Regent, clarinet. Free.

January 17, 7-9 p.m.- Wooden Bridges perform at Wells Street Tavern, Delafield. Info Rich Schwartz.

January 19, 8 to 12 p.m. - Info.

January 19, 8 to 12 p.m. - Cream City plays at Shorewood Village Pub, 4488 N Oakland Av., Milwaukee. Bluegrass Info, 262-639-4192.

January 20, 3 p.m. - MacDowell Club 100th anniversary of the death of its namesake, Edward MacDowell (1860-1908), concert. Four of the Club’s pianists will perform the four movements of MacDowell’s monumental Piano Sonata in G minor, Opus 45. They are Suzanne Pajunen; Robbi Heighway-Nebel; Milton Peckarsky; and the Club’s newest pianist, Adam Baus. Another new member, mezzo-soprano Kay Belich, with Peckarsky at the keyboard, will sing “Frauenliebe und Leben” (Women’s Love and Life), Opus 42, by Robert Schumann (1810-1856), one of MacDowell’s major influences. Opening the program will be Five Pieces for Pianoforte written in 1905 by George Whitefield Chadwick (1854-1931), a contemporary of MacDowell’s. This will be performed by guest pianist Jeff Gibbens of Madison.

January 20, 3 p.m. - Festival City Symphony presents Go West Young Man at Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells, Milwaukee. Info 414-963-9067.

January 25, 6 p.m. - Acoustic Open Mic at Living Hope Lutheran Church, 851 W. Dekora St., Saukville, John Higgins, 262-377-6461.

January 26, 8:30 p.m. - SwingTime Music, no cover, The Bar at the Concourse Hotel, 1 W. Dayton St., Madison, phone 608-257 6000 or John Lombardo.

January 27, 2:30 p.m. - Jazz Heritage Festival at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W. Walnut St., Milwaukee. Guest Artist Brian Lynch. Barry Oosterwaal , 414-267-2948.

January 30, 7:30 p.m. - UW Eau Claire's Top Jazz Ensemble. Free Concert at Carroll College's Shattuck Auditorium, Waukesha.

January 31, 6 p.m. - Diva Night with the All-Star SUPERband. Free concert with Deb Coleman, Holly Hartz, Ella Winters and Barbara Stephen at Hartland Music Center.


February, 2008

February 1, 7-10 p.m. - Katie Nelson and Scott Troyer—folk/soulful music. Also, Chad James—a special guitarist, born with one hand, and a passion to encourage others through his music. Silverbrook School, 120 N. Silverbrook Dr, West Bend. Lighthouse Concerts, 262-338-0205.

February 2, 5:30 p.m. - Marti Gras Party and Dinner with live Dixieland music by Rich Regent, clarinet, Jerry Smeiska, accordion, and Beth Ziemendorf, drums. Martin Luther Church, 9235 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee.

February 5, 4 to 9 p.m. - at Ho Chunk Casino in Baraboo, strolling musicians Rich Regent, clarinet; Andy Schumm, coronet; Lena Bezin, banjo, Ralph Norton, bass saxophone, play Dixieland for Fat Tuesday festivities.

February 7, All Star SUPERband with Deirdre Fellner, Carol Trout and others. Libiamo Restaurant in the historic Schlitz Brewery Building, 221 W. Galena St., Milwaukee. Call 414-271-1155 for reservations.

February 8 & 9, 6:30 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra presents "A Valentine Concert - Neapolitan Love" at Silver Spring Country Club, N56 W21318 Silver Spring Dr., Menomonee Falls. Info for Valentine Program Tickets (DOC 34k).

February 8 & 9, 6:30 p.m. - Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra presents "A Valentine Concert - Neapolitan Love" at Silver Spring Country Club, N56 W21318 Silver Spring Dr., Menomonee Falls. Info for Valentine Program Tickets (DOC 34k).

February 9, 1 to 3:30 p.m. - Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E. Park, Milwaukee.

February 9, 6:30 p.m. - Wooden Bridges Bluegrass Band at Lapham Peak State Park, Homestead Hollow, in the shelter which has a fireplace, heat, food and drink for candlelight ski/skate/hike evening.

February 9, 8 to 12 p.m. - Cream City plays at Shorewood Village Pub, 4488 N Oakland Av., Milwaukee. Bluegrass Info, 262-639-4192.

February 10, 3 p.m. - Festival City Symphony presents Back to Nature at Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells, Milwaukee. Info 414-963-9067.

February 10, 3 p.m. - MacDowell Club of Milwaukee, at Schroeder Auditorium at Cardinal, Stritch University, 6901 N. Yates Rd., Fox Point. February Farago, Carol Haywood, Chair, Thallis Hoyt Drake, 414-264-8796.

February 11 and 12, 7 p.m. - Oregon Straw Hat Players holds auditions "Our Town" in the Orchestra Room, Oregon HS, 456 N. Perry Prkwy., Oregon. There are a variety of roles for men and women as well as a wide range of ages. Actors will be asked to read from the script. Duane Draper.

February 12, 6 p.m. - MacGregor/Rubinstein New Orleans Jazz at Bavarian Inn, Main Dining Room, 700 W. Lexington Blvd., Glendale. Jay Allison, trombone; Dave MacGregor, clarinet and soprano sax; Andy Schumm, trumpet; John Curry, drums; Andy Anderson, banjo; Dave Bock, tuba. Info 414-964-0300.

February 14, Singing Valentines by Midwest Vocal Express in 5-county Metro-Milwaukee area.

February 15, 8:30 p.m. - SwingTime Music, Valentine's Music, no cover, The Bar at the Concourse Hotel, 1 W. Dayton St., Madison, phone 608-257 6000 or John Lombardo.

February 15, 8 p.m. - Farley's House of Pianos presents Greg Abate on alto saqxophone. At 6522 Seybold Rd., Madison, phone 608-271-2626.

February 16, 3:30 p.m. - Eternity—gospel quartet featuring a rich blend of harmony and humor. Stage presence similar to Oakridge Boys, Statler Bros, and Gaither Vocal Band. This special event will be held at the Cedar Lake Campus Theatre, 5595 Hwy Z, West Bend. Lighthouse Concerts, 262-338-0205.

February 16, 8 to 12 p.m. - Rich Regent, clarinet. Free.

February 21, 7 p.m. - Wooden Bridges Bluegrass Band at Wells Street Tavern, 505 Wells St., Delafield, great food, drink and atmosphere.

February 22, 6 p.m. - Acoustic Open Mic at Living Hope Lutheran Church, 851 W. Dekora St., Saukville, John Higgins, 262-377-6461.

February 23, 7:30 p.m. - Waukesha Area Symphonic Band presents 2008 Concerto Competition at Shattuck Music Center, Carroll College, 100 N. East Av., Waukesha. WASB’s annual Concerto Competition provides inspiration and performing experience to young musicians. It is open to wind and percussion players that are in 9th through 12th grades and attending school in Waukesha, Milwaukee, Washington, Ozaukee, Dodge and Jefferson counties. Deadline for entry is January 25.

February 23, 8 p.m. - Pabst Theater presents Jacky Terrasson. e-mail or 414-286-3663.

February 23-24, Master Singers of Milwaukee. Brahms "Ein Deutsches Requiem". Brahms' timeless masterpiece takes on new clarity and poignancy, set to the composer's own four-hand accompaniment. North Shore Congregational Church, 7330 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Fox Point (2/23). St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 5400 W. Washington Blvd., Milwaukee (2/24). Call: 262-821-1229.

February 25, 6:30 p.m. - Milwaukee Accordion Club, Valentine's Dance at Root River Center, 7220 W. Rawson Av. Dance to the music of Steve Meisner. Sherry Huiras, 414-546-3370.

February 29, 7 p.m. - Latino Arts presents percussionist Paoli Mejías’ with music recognized for its innovative vision, global style and unique sound. Since starting his career as a sideman, Paoli has been heard on more than twenty recordings and has captivated a diverse and constantly growing fan-base. His electric stage presence and sharp performances have earned him the reputation of a true showman.


March, 2008

March 6, 8 p.m. - Farley's House of Pianos concert with Daniel del Pino, pianist, at 6522 Seybold Rd., Madison, phone 608-271-2626.

March 7, 7-10 p.m. - River—award-winning contemporary artists with 15 national top singles and TV appearances. They’ve done over 1300 concerts throughout the US. Silverbrook School, 120 N. Silverbrook Dr, West Bend. Lighthouse Concerts, 262-338-0205.

March 8, 7:30 p.m. - Lake Geneva Community Orchestra Pops Concert, Music from the Big and Small Screens of Hollywood at the Elkhorn Area HS auditorium.

March 8, 7:30 p.m. - Lake Geneva Community Orchestra performs at the Elkhorn Area HS, Elkhorn.

March 8, 8 p.m. - Concord Chamber Orchestra presents A New Place at St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1615 Wauwatosa Av., Wauwatosa. Info 414-628-6018.

March 9, 1 to 4 p.m. - Special Bluegrass Jam at Delafield Fish Hatchery, 425 Main St., Delafield. Rich Schwartz.

March 9, 3 p.m. - Festival City Symphony presents Don't Go Russian Off at Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells, Milwaukee. Info 414-963-9067.

March 14, 6 p.m. - Acoustic Open Mic at Living Hope Lutheran Church, 851 W. Dekora St., Saukville, John Higgins, 262-377-6461.

March 15, 6 - 9 p.m. - Michael Heinrich, guitar, at Meyer's Restaurant lounge, 4200 S. 76th St., Greenfield, 414-321-4400.

March 15, 9-12 p.m. - Cream City Bluegrass, Paddy's Pub, 2339 N. Murray Av., Milwaukee. Info, 262-639-4192.

March 15, 9:30 p.m. - Swing Time Music at Restaurant Magnus, 120 E. Wilson St., Madison, phone 608-258-8787. Info John Lombardo.

March 16, 3 p.m. - The Milwaukee Festival Brass presents Festival Concert: The Luck of the Irish at Wisconsin Lutheran College, Schwan Concert Hall, 8815 W. Wisconsin Av. Milwaukee. Tickets: Adult $ 10 Senior 60+ $ 7 Student $ 5. Bring two or more non-perishable food items for the Hunger Task Force of Wisconsin and receive a discounted admission. Dr. Patricia Backhaus, Director. Phone 414-423-9760.

March 16, 4 - 7 p.m. - Michael Heinrich, guitar, at Meyer's Restaurant lounge, 4200 S. 76th St., Greenfield, 414-321-4400.

March 19, 7-10 p.m. - Music and Dancing at Moose Lodge, 5476 S. 13th St., Milwaukee. Popular to Polkas. Jerry Glysz or Ed Cygan, accordion; DeWayne Doberstein, concertina; Jim Pilot, mandolin; John Kreiter, percussion; Rich Regent, clarinet. Free.

March 19, 7 - 10 p.m. - Neighbor's Bistro & Pub with Don Weast, vocals; Gary Meisner, keyboard, Rich Regent, clarinet; Harold Miller, drums; at 260 W. Main St., Waukesha, phone 262-549-3911.

March 21 & 22, 7:30 - 11:00 p.m. - Michael Heinrich, solo guiatarist, at the Grove Restaraunt. 262-814-1891.

March 22, 8 p.m. - Pabst Theater presents Chris Potter. e-mail or 414-286-3663.

March 29, 9-12 p.m. - Wooden Bridges perform at Wells Street Tavern, Delafield. Info Rich Schwartz.

March 30, 3 p.m. - MacDowell Club of Milwaukee A Tea in the Key of C at Steinway Piano Gallery, 1550 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Info 414-771-5832.

March 30, 3 p.m. - Milwaukee Metropolitan Community Concert Band presents free concert Look to the Sky, featuring Jupiter and Mars, Marche des Parachutistes Belges, Star Wars, Star Trek and more at Wisconsin Lutheran College, Schwan Concert Hall, 8815 W. Wisconjsin Av., Milwauke


April, 2008

April 2, 6 to 9:30 p.m. - Grove Restaurant, 890 Elm Grove Rd., Elm Grove. Joel Freisinger, keyboard; Tom Sorce Jr., drums; Tim Hourigan, Latin Percussion; John Scaduto, vocals. Phone 262-814-1890.

April 4, 7:30 p.m. - Joanne Cash—sister to the legendary Johnny Cash. Award-winning artist for over 30 years with 27 albums, including countless duets with her famous brother, she has appeared as a regular on the Grand Ole Opry. Also, Jimmy Jack Whitaker—toured with Oakridge Boys, Willie Nelson, and other major acts. Silverbrook School, 120 N. Silverbrook School, West Bend. Lighthouse Concerts, 262-338-0205.

April 11, Lake Geneva Community Orchestra presents live 45-minute concerts in three Walworth County elementary schools on April 11 as part of its continuing annual "School Day Concert" series introducing school children to the sounds and instruments of a symphony orchestra. This year the Orchestra will be visiting Westside Elementary School in Elkhorn and Woods School and Mt. Zion Christian School in Lake Geneva. Mt. Zion School invites home school students and their parents to attend the concert there. Details at Mt. Zion School or 262-248-5255.

April 11, 6 p.m. - Acoustic Open Mic at Living Hope Lutheran Church, 851 W. Dekora St., Saukville, John Higgins, 262-377-6461.

April 11, 12, 18, 19, 7:30 p.m., and April 13, 20, 2 p.m. - Falls Patio Players, presents the Pajama Game with live musical pit orchestra.

April 11, 7:30 p.m. - Master Singers of Milwaukee Songs of Eternity at Basilica of St. Josaphat, 2333 S. 6th St. Milwaukee. Info Steve Murphy, 414-708-9445.April 2, 6 to 9:30 p.m., Grove Restaurant, 890 Elm Grove Rd., Elm Grove. Joel Freisinger, keyboard; Tom Sorce Jr., drums; Tim Hourigan, Latin Percussion; John Scaduto, vocals. Phone 262-814-1890.

April 12, 9:30 p.m. - Swing Time Music at Restaurant Magnus, 120 E. Wilson St., Madison, phone 608-258-8787. Info John Lombardo.

April 13 , 3 p.m. - MacDowell Club of Milwaukee, at Schroeder Auditorium at Cardinal, Stritch University, 6901 N. Yates Rd., Fox Point. J. S. Bach and his Sons, Mariann Landa, Chair, Thallis Hoyt Drake, 414-264-8796.

April 12, 7-12 p.m. - Cream City Bluegrass, Dunn Bros Coffee, 245 Main St, Racine. Info, 262-639-4192.

April 16, 7-10 p.m. - Music and Dancing at Moose Lodge, 5476 S. 13th St., Milwaukee. Popular to Polkas. Jerry Glysz or Ed Cygan, accordion; DeWayne Doberstein, concertina; Jim Pilot, mandolin; John Kreiter, percussion; Rich Regent, clarinet. Free.

April 18, 7:15 to 9:30 p.m. = Acoustic Open Mic , Folk, bluegrass, acoustic rock at Crossroads Coffeehouse, 2020 Main St., Cross Plains. Joe Snare, 608-798-2080.

April 18, 8 to 11 p.m. - Michael Heinrich, solo guiatarist, at The Envoy Room in the Ambassador Hotel.

April 20, 2 to 4 p.m. - Spring Concert at Steinway Piano Gallery, 11550 W. North Av. with Sam Steffke, piano; Tom McGirr, bass,; Joe Zarconne, drums. With 2008 Scholarship Winners, SAM NEUFELD, (trumpet) Nicolet High School, ALEX KREGER (piano) Brookfield East High School and ERIC SHOOR (alto sax) Kenosha Tempre High School. Donation to the Scholarship Fund of $10 at the door.

April 20, 8 p.m. - Pabst Theater presents Stacey Kent. e-mail or 414-286-3663.

April 24, 6 p.m. - The SUPERband at Libiamo Restaurant in the historic Schlitz Brewery Building, 221 W. Galena St., Milwaukee. Call 414-271-1155 for reservations.

April 25, 7:30 p.m. - New Berlin Community Band presents free Spring Concert at the New Berlin Free Methodist Church. Highlights will include the Overture to the Flying Dutchman, a Mozart horn concerto featuring Katie Matteson, selections from Oliver and the trumpet section will be featured in a performance of Harry James hits.

April 25, 7:30 p.m. - MenoHARmonee Barbershop Chorus presents Cabaret at N120 W15932 Freistadt Rd, Germantown American Legion. Information (PDF 54K).

April 25, 7:30 p.m. - Waukesha Area Symphonic Band presents Music from the Silver Screen at Shattuck Auditorium, Carroll College, 100 N. East Av., Waukesha. Movies have long been a source for great music. Take your seat for this night at the movies. Popcorn optional! The winner of our concerto competition will also be featured on this program. This concert is presented through WASB’s project Waukesha Works for People. Waukesha’s Adaptive Community Approach Program (ACAP) is the beneficiary of this year’s performance.

April 26, 7:30 p.m. - Oshkosh Symphony Orchestra, Season Finale Concert: “Lincoln & Alexander II” Music + History and Art! - Alberta Kimball Auditorium, West High Choir Room.

April 27, 10:30 a.m. - Cream City provides music for service at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 3302 N. Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee. Mary Stetson.

April 27, 3 p.m. - Festival City Symphony presents Hola, Como Estas at Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells, Milwaukee. Info 414-963-9067.

April 29, 6:30 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Lutheran Home, 7500 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.


May, 2008

May 2, 7 p.m. - Latino Arts presents the dynamic and rich sound of Lila Downs’ whose music is rooted in the traditional sound of her Mesoamerican upbringing but reaches out to and embraces the modern rhythms of jazz and blues. Her unique and smooth sound is highlighted by her unflinching passion for artistic expression that shines through with every release. Downs’ additions to the soundtrack of Frida, a film about revolutionary Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song.

May 3, 3 p.m. - Eastwinds Chamber Ensemble performs free program at Joyce Parker Productions, 2685 S. KK Av., Milwaukee. Info Mike Keegan, 414-225-1767.

May 3, 7:30 p.m. - Milwaukee Chamber Orchestra at Calvary Presbyterian Church. Calvary Presbyterian Church. This concert begins a series highlighting the many talented MCO performers who live and make music in Greater Milwaukee, from concertmaster Jeanyi Kim's nuanced performance of Dvorak's Romance to the individual characters that come to life in Peter and the Wolf. Concerto Grosso No. 1 in F minor, Alessandro Scarlatti; Concerto Grosso No. 1, Ernest Bloch; Romance, Antonin Dvorak; Peter and the Wolf, op. 67, Serge Prokofiev. Tickets: 800-993-2880.

May 4, 2 p.m., free Spring Concert of Students and Faculty of Stritch Music Department in the University Theater. Features Concert Choir under the direction of Jerrad J. Fenske and the instrumental Chamber Ensemble conducted by Scott Wenzel.

May 10, 8 p.m. - Pabst Theater presents Russel Malone . e-mail or 414-286-3663.

May 11, 3 p.m. - MacDowell Club of Milwaukee, at Schroeder Auditorium at Cardinal, Stritch University, 6901 N. Yates Rd., Fox Point. Spring Fling, Suzanne Pajunen, Chair Thallis Hoyt Drake, 414-264-8796.

May 11 , 3 p.m. - Concord Chamber Orchestra presents A New Spirit at St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1615 Wauwatosa Av., Wauwatosa. Info 414-628-6018.

May 13, 6:30 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Hawthorne Terrace, 7700 W. Portland Av., Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

May 15, 7 to 10 p.m. - Wooden Bridges, plays at The Wells Street Tavern, 505 Wells St., Delafield. Information.

May 16, 7:15 to 9:30 p.m. - Acoustic Open Mic , Folk, bluegrass, acoustic rock at Crossroads Coffeehouse, 2020 Main St., Cross Plains. Joe Snare, 608-798-2080.

May 16, 17, 18, Bunny Berigan Jazz Jubilee at Fox Lake Julie Flemming , 920-928-6094.

May 17, 3 - 4 p.m. - Sherry Huiras accordionist at Joyce Parker Productions, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee.

May 17, 7:30 p.m. - Lake Geneva Community Orchestra will present a free concert “Musical Transformations” at Badger High School Auditorium, Lake Geneva.

May 17, 7 p.m. and May 18 3 p.m. - Milwaukee Metropolitan Voices presents A CELTIC DRAGON ON BROADWAY at The Schwan Concert Hall, 8815 W. Wisconsin Av., Milwaukee. Info 414-443-8802.

May 17, 8:30 p.m. - SwingTime Music, no cover, The Bar at the Concourse Hotel, 1 W. Dayton St., Madison, phone 608-257 6000 or John Lombardo.

May 17 and 18, UW Stevens Point Music Department piano sale. Info Patricia Holland, 715-341-8419.

May 18, Noon to 3 p.m. - Wooden Bridges, plays at Erin Historical Society's Farmland, Family and History Festival, Thompson. Erin-go-bragh park which is off of Hwy 83, just north of Hwy 167. Information.

May 16, 6:30 p.m. free All Night Gospel Hymn Sing at Grace Church of New Berlin, 4800 S. Calhoun Rd., New Berlin. Four different groups will perform plus lots of hymn singing in between. Complete information (PDF 4K). Carroll Brown at 262-544-6165 for more information.

May 18, 2 p.m. - Fond du Lac Women's Chorus presents "Animelodies" at First Presbyterian Church, 1225 4th St., Fond du Lac. An animal-themed show featuring a variety of vocal music by the Chorus and balloon animals and sing-along with Lollipop and Mr. Greene. Fun for all ages. Free-will donation. Proceeds will benefit the Fond du Lac Humane Society.

May 18, 3 p.m. - Eastwinds Chamber Ensemble performs at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 2618 N. Hackett Av., Milwaukee. Info Mike Keegan, 414-225-1767.

May 18, 6:30 p.m. - New Orleans Party Gras at Steinway rockin' piano at Steinway Piano, 116th St. and North Av., Milwaukee. Reservations, 414-727-5995.

May 18, 7 p.m. - Lakeshore Symphonic Band Concerto Concert at Cedarburg Performing Arts Center. Info, 414-462-8821.

May 18, Master Singers of Milwaukee. Bernstein's Mass with the Concord Chamber Orchestra. This collaborative performance of Bernstein's brilliant and edgy masterpiece is sure to awaken the crowd. St. Matthews Lutheran Church, 1615 N. Wauwatosa Av., Wauwatosa. Call: 262-821-1229.

May 20, 7 p.m. - Fond du Lac Women's Chorus presents "Animelodies" at First Presbyterian Church, 1225 4th St., Fond du Lac. An animal-themed show featuring a variety of vocal music by the Chorus and balloon animals and sing-along with Lollipop and Mr. Greene. Fun for all ages. Free-will donation. Proceeds will benefit the Fond du Lac Humane Society.

May 21, 7-10 p.m. - Music and Dancing at Moose Lodge, 5476 S. 13th St., Milwaukee. Popular to Polkas. Jerry Glysz or Ed Cygan, accordion; DeWayne Doberstein, concertina; Jim Pilot, mandolin; John Kreiter, percussion; Rich Regent, clarinet. Free.

May 23, 6 p.m. - Acoustic Open Mic at Living Hope Lutheran Church, 851 W. Dekora St., Saukville, John Higgins, 262-377-6461.

May 26, New Berlin Community Band presents Memorial Day observance at Highland Park Cemetery.

May 26, 9 a.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Wisconsin Memorial Park, 13235 W. Capitol Dr. Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

May 26, 10 a.m. - South Milwaukee Municipal Band concert at War Memorial, 10th and Rawson. Info Ruth Mildebrandt, 414-762-4316.

May 26, 5 p.m. - Milwaukee Metropolitan Community Concert Band free concert at Memorial Hall, War memorial Center: 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., Milwaukee. Info Dave Meyer.

May 26, New Berlin Community Band presents Memorial Day observance at Highland Park Cemetery.

May 26, 9 a.m., Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Wisconsin Memorial Park, 13235 W. Capitol Dr. Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

May 27 & 28, Oregon Straw Hat Player's Auditions for summer production of Finian's Rainbow. Karen Weber, 608-835-9126, Oregon.

May 30 & 31, The Milwaukee Theatre Evita at 500 W. Kilbourn Av., Milwaukee. Info 414-276-4545.


June, 2008

June 7, 7:30 p.m., Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

June 10, 7:30 a.m. - South Milwaukee Municipal Band concert at Cudahy Historical Society, Cudahy Depot, 4647 S. Kinnickinnic. Info Ruth Mildebrandt, 414-762-4316.

June 11, Marshfield Civic Band free bandshell concerts in Columbia Park, Marshfield. Mike Schoenfuss.

June 11, 6 to 8 p.m. - Bluegrass Jamboree Series at Lakes Country Gallery of Fine Art across from Merten Town Hall Library. Rich Schwartz.

June 12, 7 p.m. - Capitol City Band concert at Rennebohm Park, 115 N. Eau Claire Av., Madison. James Latimer, 608-835-9861.

June 14, 7 p.m. - Wooden Bridges and another band alternate, bring chairs. On the north side of Peterson Farm Barn Dance, Petersen Rd., between North Lake and Stone Bank, just east of the railroad tracks near Oconomowoc.

June 18, Marshfield Civic Band free bandshell concerts in Columbia Park, Marshfield. Mike Schoenfuss.

June 19, 7-10 p.m. - Wooden Bridges perform at Wells Street Tavern, 505 Wells St., Oconomowoc. Rich Schwartz.

June 20, 8:30 p.m. - SwingTime Music, no cover, The Bar at the Concourse Hotel, 1 W. Dayton St., Madison, phone 608-257 6000 or John Lombardo.

June 25, Marshfield Civic Band free bandshell concerts in Columbia Park, Marshfield. Mike Schoenfuss.

June 26 - July 6 - Summerfest, The World's Largest Music Festival.

June 28, 7 p.m. - Cream City Bluegrass program at Dunn Brothers Coffee House, Racine. Mary Stetson.


July, 2008

July 1, 7 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, National Regency, 13750 W. National Av., Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

July 1, 7:30 p.m. - South Milwaukee Municipal Band concert at Marquette Manor, 2409 10th Av. Info Ruth Mildebrandt, 414-762-4316.

July 2, Marshfield Civic Band free bandshell concerts in Columbia Park, Marshfield. Mike Schoenfuss.

July 5, 10:15 a.m. - Lekspel, Scandinavian and Viennese Favorites music at South Shore Farmers' Market, South Shore Park, 2900 S. Shore Dr., Milwaukee. Kathy Mulvey, 414-744-0408.

July 9, Marshfield Civic Band free bandshell concerts in Columbia Park, Marshfield. Mike Schoenfuss.

July 9, 6 to 8 p.m. - Bluegrass Jamboree Series at Lakes Country Gallery of Fine Art across from Merten Town Hall Library. Rich Schwartz.

July 11, 7 p.m. - Gathering on the Green - Jazz on the Green featuring singer Marlena Shaw at Mequon's Rotary Park, 4000 W.Highland Rd. Info, 262-242-6187.

July 12, 7:45 p.m. - Gathering on the Green - Got Rhythm Music and Dance at Mequon's Rotary Park, 4000 W. Highland Rd. Info, 262-242-6187.

July 15, 7 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Luther Manor, 4535 N. 92nd St., Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

July 16, Marshfield Civic Band free bandshell concerts in Columbia Park, Marshfield. Mike Schoenfuss.

July 18, 7 to 9:30 p.m. - Acoustic Open Mic, Folk, bluegrass, acoustic rock at Crossroads Coffeehouse, 2020 Main St., Cross Plains. Joe Snare, 608-798-2080.

July 18, 8:30 p.m. - SwingTime Music, Valentine's Music, no cover, The Bar at the Concourse Hotel, 1 W. Dayton St., Madison, phone 608-257 6000 or John Lombardo.

July 22, 7 a.m. - South Milwaukee Municipal Band concert at Heritage Days Celebration, St. Lukes Church, 2208 18th Av. Info Ruth Mildebrandt, 414-762-4316.

July 23, Marshfield Civic Band free bandshell concerts in Columbia Park, Marshfield. Mike Schoenfuss.

July 24, 12 p.m. - Jim and Susan McKeever Piano Duo Music and More series at: First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Av., Racine. Info, 262-632-1686.


July 30, Marshfield Civic Band free bandshell concerts in Columbia Park, Marshfield. Mike Schoenfuss.

July 31, 7-10 p.m. - Wooden Bridges perform at Wells Street Tavern, 505 Wells St., Oconomowoc. Rich Schwartz.


August, 2008

August 1, 7 to 10 p.m. - Cream City Bluegrass at Dunn Bros Coffee, 245 Main St., Racine. Info Harvey Riekoff .

August 2, 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. - Cream City Bluegrass in the beer garden of Paddy's Pub, 2339 N. Murray Av, Milwaukee. Info Harvey Riekoff .

August 2, 9:30 p.m. - Swing Time Music at Restaurant Magnus, 120 E. Wilson St., Madison, phone 608-258-8787. Info John Lombardo.

August 9, 3 to 6 p.m. - Live Dixieland, Jazz and Polka Music at VFW, 830 E. Wisconsin Av., Oconomowoc. Arno Ledebuhr, trumpet; Rich Regent, clarinet; Bill Taylor, trombone; Glen Schmidt and Glen LaMarr, accordions; Rosie, drums. Open to the public. Info 262-567-2260.

August 12, 7 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Forest Ridge, 11077 W. Forest Home Av., Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

August 13, 6 to 8 p.m. - Bluegrass Jamboree Series at Lakes Country Gallery of Fine Art across from Merten Town Hall Library. Rich Schwartz.

August 21, 8 p.m. - South Milwaukee Municipal Band outdoor concert at South Milwaukee Middle HS, 1001 15th Av. Info Ruth Mildebrandt, 414-762-4316.

August 26, 7 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Wilson Commons, 1400 W. Sonata Dr., Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

August 27, 6:30 p.m. - The Milwaukee Choristers auditions for new members at Wauwatosa Avenue United Methodist Church, 1529 Wauwatosa Av. Robert J. Ruggieri, 414-355-6625.

August 29, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Cream City Bluegrass at Music on the Monument downtown Racine. Info Harvey Riekoff .


September, 2008

September 2 - Randy Elmore Band at a House Party in Chenequa. Reservations 262-966-7441.

September 4 - Randy Elmore, 5-time Texas State Champion and Grand National Champion fiddler plays at the Old Fashioned tavern and supper club, 23 Pinckney St., Madison.

September 4, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.- The Bill Sargent Big Band free concert at Grafton Veteran’s Memorial Park, 1000 Thirteenth Av., Grafton.

September 5, 9-12 p.m. - Wooden Bridges perform at Wells Street Tavern, 505 Wells St., Oconomowoc. Rich Schwartz.

September 5, 6, 7 - Fiddle Workshop Weekend fun and educational weekend with Randy Elmore in Hartland. Rich Schroeder or 505-266-0557.

September 12, 8 p.m. - Schauer Arts & Activities Center Corky Siegel on blues harmonica and Randy Sabien on jazz violin team up for and evening of high energy swinging sound. Robyn, 262-670-0560, Hartford.

September 13, 7:30 p.m. - , A Musical Montage at Calvary Presbyterian Church, Milwaukee. Sarah Schwab, 414-881-9900.

September 13, 8:30 p.m. - SwingTime Music, no cover, The Bar at the Concourse Hotel, 1 W. Dayton St., Madison, phone 608-257 6000 or John Lombardo.

September 13. 9 p.m. - Jeannine Rivers Trio at Cafe Luna and Lounge, 106 W. Seeboth, Milwaukee. Info, 414-332-2829.

September 16, 7 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Arboretum of Menomonee Falls, W180 N7890 Town Hall, Menomonee Falls. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

September 17, 6:30-10 p.m. - Music and Dancing at Moose Lodge, 5476 S. 13th St., Milwaukee. Popular to Polkas. Jerry Glysz or Ed Cygan, accordion; DeWayne Doberstein, concertina; Jim Pilot, mandolin; John Kreiter, percussion; Rich Regent, clarinet. Free parking and admission.

September 19, 7:30 p.m. - Stoughton Opera House presents Steve Meisner. Info, 608-877-4400, Stoughton

September 20. 8 p.m. - Jeannine Rivers Trio at Hilo Martini Lounge, 185 N. Jefferson St., Milwaukee. No Cover. Info, 414-332-2829.

September 21, 3 p.m. - Postponed - Eastwinds Chamber Ensemble Artist-In-Residency concert at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 2618 N. Hackett Av., Milwaukee. Info 414-225-1767 or Mike Keegan.

September 21, 10:30 a.m. - Cream City Worship Service, Trinity Presbyterian Church, 3302 N. Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee.

September 27, 7:30 p.m.- Stoughton Opera House presentsCork n Bottle String Band & The Lonesome Aces. Info, 608-877-4400, Stoughton

September 30, 7 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Muskego Regency, W181 S8540 Lodge Blvd., Muskego. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.


October, 2008

October 3, 9 p.m., - Cream City Paddy's Pub, N. Murray St. just north of North Av. Milwaukee..

October 3, 4, 10, 11 - 7:30 p.m. and October 12, 2 p.m. - Falls Patio Players presents the Perfect Wedding.

October 5, 3 p.m. - Prata Duo free concert at St. Casimir, 2600 N. Bremen Av., Milwaukee. Mike Keegan

October 10, 7:30 p.m. - Milwaukee Choral Artists presents Saints and Sinners at First Unitarian Society, 1342 N. Astor St., Milwaukee. Nancy Herro.

October 11, 12 p.m. - Cream City Swan's Pumpkin Farm, just west of Racine

September 26, 7:30 p.m. - Schauer Arts & Activities Center Paragon Ragtime Orchestra. Robyn, 262-670-0560, Hartford.

October 14, 7 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Villa St. Francis, 1910 W. Ohio, St. Francis. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

October 14, 6:30-10 p.m. - Music and Dancing at Moose Lodge, 5476 S. 13th St., Milwaukee. Popular to Polkas. Jerry Glysz or Ed Cygan, accordion; DeWayne Doberstein, concertina; Jim Pilot, mandolin; John Kreiter, percussion; Rich Regent, clarinet. Free parking and admission.

October 18, The Milwaukee Choristers at Helene Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. 414-354-1933.

October 18, 9:30 p.m. - Swing Time Music at Restaurant Magnus, 120 E. Wilson St., Madison, phone 608-258-8787. Info John Lombardo.

October 18, 3 p.m. - Prata Duo free concert at Music on KK, Milwaukee. Mike Keegan.

October 24, 7:30 p.m. - Cabaret with Dixie Doodlers, One Achord Quartet, The Originals Septet and MenoHARmonee at Legion Hall, N120 W15932 Freistadt Rd., Germandtown. John Rhode.

October 25, 8 p.m. - Concord Chamber Orchestra at St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1615 Wauwatosa Av., Wauwatosa. Earth Program featuring bayan accordion soloist Stas Venglevski.

October 26, 1 p.m. - Wooden Bridges Band plays at a fundraiser in memory of Steve Stokes, founder of The Hawthorne Hills Band. Libby Montana, 5616 W. Donges Bay Rd., Mequon. Donation of $5 goes toAmerican Heart Foundation.

October 26, 3:30 p.m. - Northeastern Wisconsin Concert B at Marinette HS Auditorium. Info, 715-735-5273, Marinette.

October 27, 6:30 p.m. - Milwaukee Accordion Club, Vern Tretow Trio (Concertina, tuba and percussion) at Root River Center, 7220 W Rawson Av., Franklin. Then 8 p.m. Ed Smolen and Marek Lichota. Sandy Bednarek, 414-421-7577.

October 28, 6:30 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, San Camillo, 10200 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.


November, 2008

November 1, 5-8:30 p.m. - Grandmothers Beyond Borders Chili Dinner at Humboldt Park, 3000 S. Howell Av., Milwaukee. Rich Regent, clarinet, and others present many hours of music. Jane Schmitz, 414-373-0323.

November 1, 7:30 p.m. - Master Singers of Milwaukee presents Song of hte Open Road at Kenwood United Methodist Church, Milwaukee. Steve Murhpy, 414-455-4341.

November 2, 3 p.m. - Milwaukee Festival Brass at United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay, 819 E Silver Spring Dr., Whitefish Bay. A concert celebrating some of our director’s favorite pieces and composers in honor of her 40th year of cornet playing.Tickets or 414-423-9760.

November 2, 7:30 p.m. - Master Singers of Milwaukee presents Song of hte Open Road at St. Boniface Episcopal Church, Mequon. Steve Murhpy, 414-455-4341.

November 2, 2 p.m. - Eun-Joo Kwak free piano concert at Cardinal Stritch University, Jendall Theater, Fox Point. Info Dennis King, 414-410-4349.

November 5, 3 p.m. - Prata Duo free concert at Music on KK at Joyce Parker Productions, 2685 S. KK Av., Milwaukee. Mike Keegan.

November 6, 7 p.m. - Pius XI High School Bands Fall Concert at Pius XI High School, Milwaukee. Patrick Allan, 414-290-8186, Milwaukee.

November 7, 7:30 p.m. - Suburban Concert Band Fall Concert at Nathan Hale HS, 11601 W. Lincoln Av., West Allis. Info Steve Streator, 262-650-6962.

November 8, 5 p.m. - Metropolitan Milwaukee Community Concert Band free concert for Veteran's Day Ceremonies at War Memorial Center, 750 N Lincoln Memorial, Milwaukee.

November 8, 8:30 p.m. - SwingTime Music, no cover, The Bar at the Concourse Hotel, 1 W. Dayton St., Madison, phone 608-257-6000 or John Lombardo.

November 9, 7:00 p.m. - Interfaith Singles Dance at Racine Knights of Columbus Hall, Highway 20 just east of I-94. Jerry Smeiska accordion; Rich Regent, clarinet; Steve Olson, percussion. Info Mary Thomas, 262-632-6910.

November 11, 7:30 p.m. - Waukesha Area Symphonic Band presents From From Sea to Sea: An American Travelogue at Shattuck Auditorium, Carroll College. Nancy Herro, 262-628-4610.

November 15, 3 p.m. - Prata Duo free concert at Music on KK, Milwaukee. Mike Keegan.

November 19, 6:30-10 p.m. - Music and Dancing at Moose Lodge, 5476 S. 13th St., Milwaukee. Popular to Polkas. Jerry Glysz or Ed Cygan, accordion; DeWayne Doberstein, concertina; Jim Pilot, mandolin; John Kreiter, percussion; Rich Regent, clarinet. Free parking and admission.

November 21, 9:45 to 11:30 a.m. - Mount Carmel at S, 60th St. and Layton Av, Greenfield has Christmas Bazaar music of Rich Regent, clarinet and Barb Regent, pianoc.

November 21, 7:30 p.m. - Suburban Concert Band program at Nathan Hale High School Auditorium. Second half has Dixieland with Rich Regent, clarinet. Info Bob Barwick, 414-453-7285.

November 21, 7 to 9:30 p.m. - Acoustic Open Mic, Folk, bluegrass, acoustic rock at Crossroads Coffeehouse, 2020 Main St., Cross Plains. Joe Snare, 608-798-2080.

November 23, 3 p.m. - Eastwinds concert at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 2618 N. Hackett Av., Milwaukee. Mike Keegan.

November 24, 6:30 p.m. - Milwaukee Accordion Club program at Root River Center, 7220 W. Rawson Av., Franklin. Sandy Bednarek, 414-421-7577.


December, 2008

December 2, 7 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, National Regency, 13750 W. National Av., New Berlin. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

December 4 - All Star Super Band plays Gordon Goodwin at Libiano's Restaurant, 221 W. Galena St., Milwaukee.

December 5, 7 p.m. and December 6, 3 p.m. and December 7, 2 p.m. - Falls Patio Players presents a version of a Charles Dickens Favorite Christmas Carol.

December 5, 9 p.m. - Cream City great bluegrass and tasty Irish libations at Paddy's Pub, 2339 N. Murray Av., Milwaukee. Harvey Riekoff .

December 7, 2 p.m. - First Presbyterian Church, 1225 4th St., Fond du Lac. The Fond du Lac Women's Chorus presents a musical celebration of "Peace, Love, and Christmas." A combination of good music and good fun will please the whole family. Director David Simmons, accompanist Sheree Froemke. Free-will offering. Laurel Last.

December 8, 6:45 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Union Christmas Meeting, Serb Hall, 51st & Oklahoma, Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

December 9, 7 p.m. - First Presbyterian Church, 1225 4th St., Fond du Lac. The Fond du Lac Women's Chorus presents a musical celebration of "Peace, Love, and Christmas." A combination of good music and good fun will please the whole family. Director David Simmons, accompanist Sheree Froemke. Free-will offering. Laurel Last.

December 9, 7 p.m. - Fox Valley Chorus Sweet Adelines presents a Christmas Gala at Grace Lutheran Church, Appleton. Cost is $5.00. The Salvation Army will be on hand to receive food donation. Info, 920-735-4829.

December 11 - All Star Super Band swingin' Christmas and CD release party at Libiano's Restaurant, 221 W. Galena St., Milwaukee.

December 11, 6 p.m. - Christmas Concert with Joe Aaron, clarinet; Deirdre Fellner, vocal; Kaye Berigan, Warren Weigratz; Gary Christensen at Libiamo's, 221 W. Galena St., Milwaukee. Info 414-975-5023.

December 12, 1:30 p.m. - Wilsonaires Chorus sings at Wilson Park Senior Center Main Hall, 2601 W. Howard Av., >Milwaukee. Info 414-282-5566.

December 12, 7:30 p.m. - Waukesha Area Symphonic Band presents Holiday Concert at Shattuck Auditorium, Carroll College. Nancy Herro, 262-628-4610.

December 13, 11 a.m. - Metropolitan Milwaukee Community Concert Band Holiday Concert at the Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S. Layton Blvd., Milwaukee. Info414-649-9800..

December 13, 1:30 p.m. - Wilsonaires Chorus sings at Wilson Park Senior Center Main Hall, 2601 W. Howard Av., >Milwaukee. Info 414-282-5566.

December 14, 2:30 p.m. - Wilsonaires Chorus sings at Saint Adalbert Cemetery Family Chapel, near South 6th St. and W. Howard Av., Milwaukee. Info 414-282-5566.

December 14, 3 p.m. - Milwaukee Accordion Club Christmas Party with Don Turner and Roger Boll's Kinsmen live music. Sherry Huiras, 414-546-3370.

December 16, 7 p.m. - Milwaukee Letter Carrier’s Band, Wilson Commons, 1400 W. Sonata Dr. Milwaukee. Gary LaVann, 414-762-1444.

December 16, 7:30 p.m. - Bill Sargent Trad-Jazz Rousers Dixieland Band at Grafton HS Auditorium, 1950 Washington St., Grafton. Bill Sargent, 414-777-0100.

December 17, 6:30-10 p.m. - Music and Dancing at Moose Lodge, 5476 S. 13th St., Milwaukee. Popular to Polkas. Jerry Glysz or Ed Cygan, accordion; DeWayne Doberstein, concertina; Jim Pilot, mandolin; John Kreiter, percussion; Rich Regent, clarinet. Free parking and admission.

December 17, 6:30 p.m. - Milwaukee Choristers will hold auditions at Wauwatosa Avenue Methodist Church, 1529 Wauwatosa Av., Wauwatosa. Robert J. Ruggieri, 414-355-6625.

December 18 - All Star Super Band features Wisconsin composers at Libiano's Restaurant, 221 W. Galena St., Milwaukee.

December 19, 7:30 p.m. - Master Singers of Milwaukee at Basilica of St. Josaphat, 2333 S. 6th St., Milwaukee.

December 20, 7:30 p.m. - Master Singers of Milwaukee at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1600 Genesee St., Delafield.

December 21, 3:30 p.m. - Master Singers of Milwaukee at Kenwood United Methodist Church, 2319 E. Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee.

December 21, 7 p.m. - Bethel Lutheran Church free Christmas Concert with choir and full orchestra. At S77 W18426 Janesville Rd., Muskego. Info 262-679-1616.

December 23, 8 p.m. - Concord Chamber Orchestra at The Basilica of St. Josaphat, 2333 South 6th Street, Milwaukee. Air Concert with the glorious dome of the Basilica will resound with the voices of angels as we are joined by local choirs for our annual Christmas celebration.


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Festivals, 2008

  • A La Carte - August, local and national acts entertain on seven stages, Milwaukee County Zoo, 414-256-5412.
  • A Taste of Summer - June, at Waukesha County Expo Center. Over 50 acts on 3 stages: Main, Bud Light and WRIT Oldies. Teen battle of the bands. Phone 262-52-7595.
  • African World Festival (since 1982) - August, entertainment, gospel and children's stage, Milwaukee Maier Festival Grounds, Milwaukee, 414-372-4567.
  • American Fest - July, Near Eastern music, St. John the Baptist American Church, Milwaukee, 414-282-1670.
  • Apple Festival - October, two stages for entertainment, Bayfield.
  • Arab World Fest - Dance, craft, entertainment, August, Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee.
  • Asian Moon Festival - June, music and dance, Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, 414-483-8530.
  • BandSlam Battle Royale - June, Washington Park or Humboldt Park.

  • Bastille Days
    Bastille DaysJuly 14-17, Jefferson Street Cathedral Square, four stages of nonstop music and entertainment host an abundance of well known groups with performances guaranteed to please the whole family, Milwaukee, 414-271-7400.

  • Big Bull Blues Fest - 14th Annual Blues Fest at Fern Island Park in Wausau, August 19-20, local and national blues acts.
  • Cedarburg Wine & Harvest Festival - September, Historic Downtown Cedarburg, 262-377-9620.
  • Chippewa Valley Ragtime Society - Eau Claire's annual ragtime festival.
  • Christmas Fantasy House, November, Annual American Cancer Society fund raiser. Incredible Christmas decorations, live Christmas music performed by local musicians. 1505 Greenway Terrace, Elm Grove. Info Diane Spasoff, 282-786-4988.
  • Cinco de Mayo - May, ethnic food, music, arts and crafts, State Fair Park, West Allis, 414-389-6000.
  • Concerts in the Parks - Free concerts in the parks.
  • Cranberry Blossom Festival - June, Wisconsin Rapids.
  • Denmark Danish Festival - October, Denmark Danish Fall Festival, Memorial Park, Denmark, WI, 920-863-6400.
  • East Town Farm Market - June to October, Cathedral Square Park, Milwaukee.
  • Eau Claire Country Jam - July, Eau Claire.
  • Festa Italiana - July, one of the most exciting Italian-American Festivals, offering live music, Italian food, fireworks and other entertainment. Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, 414-223-2193.
  • Fox Jazz Fest - Free jazz fest, September. Oshkosh to Menasha.
  • Fitchburg Days - May, Fitchburg.
  • Grafton Area Live Arts (GALA) - Veteran's Memorial PArk, free concerts, July to August, 6:30-8 p.m.
  • Garfield Avenue Blues, Gospel and Arts Festival - July, blues, jazz and gospel. Garfield Av., between 4th and 7th streets, Milwaukee.
  • Gathering on the Green - July, Milwaukee performing musicians, Mequon's Rotary Park, Mequon, 262-242-6187.
  • German Fest - Ten stages of non-stop entertainment feautre performers from here and abroad - including eleven European-based acts, as well as Wisconsin's finest German-style musicians, ethnic dancers and singing groups. Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, 414-464-9444.
  • Gil Fest - August, more music for your listening pleasure, 2608 N. Downer Av., Milwaukee, 414-964-4455.
  • Glendale Days - July, 414-228-1740, Glendale.
  • Great Circus Parade - June, downtown Baraboo, 608-356-8341.
  • Great River Jazz Festival - August, La Crosse.
  • Greek Fest - June - July. Greek dancing and music. Wisconsin State Fair Park, 800-273-FEST.
  • Harvest Fair - September, enjoy entertainment on five stages, Wisconsin State Fair Park, West Allis, 414-266-7000.
  • Hay Days Fall Festival - October, free live music and entertainment on Broad Street, 414-423-31111, Greendale.
  • Historic Third Ward Jazz Festival:Summer Sizzle - August, free music, 100 and 200 blocks of N. Broadway, Milwaukee, 414-273-173.
  • Hodag Country Festival - July, Rhinelander.
  • Immaculatre Heart of Mary - May, 121 S. 116th St., West Allis.
  • Indian Summer Festival - September, Amazing music and dance performances, Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee 414-604-1000.
  • Irish Fest - August, celebrate the legend, Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, 414-476-3378.
  • Irish Music, Theatre, Culture - Shamrock Club of Wisconsin.
  • Dan Jansen Family Fest, Inc. - May, 515 W. Layton Av., Greenfield.
  • Jazz for Justice Festival - November, Eric Jacobson Quartet. Lutheran Human Relations Association 6th Annual Festival, Cross of Life Lutheran Church, 20700 W. North Av., Brookfield. Information or 414-536-0585.

  • Jazz In The Park
    Jazz in the ParkOne of downtown Milwaukee’s most popular after-work activities featuring exciting local & national jazz performers every Thursday evening, June 2-September 15. Admission is free! Cathedral Square Park, Milwaukee, 414-271-1416.

  • Juneteenth Day - June, live music, Martin Luther King Drive between Burleigh and Center, Milwaukee, 414-372-3770.
  • Labor Fest - September, family-friendly performance, Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, 414-771-7070.
  • Lakefront Festival of Arts - Miulwaukee Art Museum, 414-224-3854.
  • Lifest - Largest Christian music event in the country. Early July, Sunnyview Fair Grounds, Oshkosh.
  • Madison Blues Festival - Upcoming shows, Madison.
  • Mexican Fiesta - The Door to Mexico, August, Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, 414-383-7066.
  • Milwaukee County Park System - Calendars of events.
  • Neighborhood Festival Calendar - Council of Festival Committes, Inc. Your guide to over 100 Wisconsin festivals. 414-454-9990.
  • Oak Creek Lions Fest - September, music and more, 414-762-3660.
  • Oktoberfest - September. Old time German brass bands and a little yodeling, Old Heidelberg Park, Milwaukee, 414-964-030.
  • Oktoberfest USA - September-October, La Crosse.
  • Penninsula Music Festival - August, Ephraim.
  • Oktoberfest in Plymouth - October, Donna Hahn, 920-892-8409, Plymouth.
  • Polish Fest - June, America's largest Polish fest, Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, 414-273-3378.
  • Port Fish Day - July, six stages of live music, Port Washington.
  • Port Summer Jazz Series - June-August, Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Free concerts at Veterans Memorial Park Bandshell. Info Pete Billman, 262-284-9001, Port Washington.
  • Porterfield Country Music Festival - June, Porterfield.
  • Prairie Dog Blues Festival - Two stages, 12 bands, 9th annual Festival. July, Prairie du Chien.
  • Pride Fest - Wisconsin's pride & joy, June, Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, 414-272-3378.
  • Pumpkin Patch Festival October. Walk around Harbor View Park, smell the brats grilling, the corn roasting, hear the music playing, wafting up the hills from down near the harbor! All day music, usually face painting, and more. Info 920-868-3717, Egg Harbor.
  • Racine Harbor Fest - Various stages offer music, Racine Lakefront Festival Grounds, Racine.

  • RiverSplash
    River SplashJune, staged areas throughout the festival grounds feature over 40 bands, 414-297-9855, Milwaukee.

  • Rock Fest
    Rock FestJuly, Wisconsin's outdoor rock concert. 800-326-FEST, Cadott.

  • Scottish Fest - June, Scottish pipe bands, Highland dance performances, Old Heidelberg Park, Milwaukee, 414-422-9235.
  • Seniorfest - June, Music performances, American Serb Memorial Hall, 5101 W. Oklahoma Av., Milwaukee, 414-647-6040.
  • Sister Bay Concerts in the Park - Door County, Beach Park Pavilion at 3 p.m.on Wednesday afternoons.
  • South Milwaukee Events - Calendars and links.
  • South Shore Frolics - Music, parade, South Shore Park, Milwaukee, 414-769-1431.
  • Specherfest - July, bands performing, Milwaukee, 414-964-7837.
  • Stevens Point Jazz Festival - September, Stevens Point, 715-340-1254.
  • St. Florian Spring Festival - May, 1215 S. 45th St., West Milwaukee.
  • Strawberry Festival - June, Downtown Historic Cedarburg, 262-237-2874.
  • Stringalong Weekends - October, Nationally attended vacation retreats featuring recording and performing artists from all over the U.S. who offer concerts and classes at a beautiful lakeside resort on Delavan Lake.
  • Sugar Maple Traditional Music Festival - July, Lake Farm County Park, 2nd annual event, Evan Murdock, 608-227-8685, Madison.

  • Summerfest
    SummerfestJune-July, World's largest music festival, Milwaukee, 414-273-FEST.

  • Town & Country Music Jamboree - July, 608-326-6724, Prairie du Chien.
  • Washington County Fair - July, 133 acres of fun!
  • Waukesha BluesFest - Nagawaukee Park, Delafield in August.
  • Wednesday Night Live Free Concert - Wednesdays, June-August, two half-hour sets by local favorites and newcomers, State Fair Park, West Allis, 800-844-FAIR.
  • Western Days - Live music and entertainment, Wisconsin State Fair Park, West Allis.
  • Westown's Farmers' Market - June-October, Wednesdays, live jazz, bluegrass and calypso music from local performers, Zeidler Union Square Park, 3rd and Michigan, Milwaukee, 414-276-6696.

  • Westown's River Rhythms
    WestownJune-September, Wednesday nights, Pere Marquette Park, Kilbourn and Old World 3rd St., Milwaukee, 414-276-6696.

  • Wisconsin State Fair
    WI State FairAugust, the premier fun family event of the summer featuring something for everyone! Days filled with agriculture, food, shopping, national headlining entertainment, 28 free stages of local and national entertainment, and much more! West Allis, 414-266-7000.

  • Wisconsin State Polka Festival - May, Concord House, Concord.
  • Ziegler Kettle Moraine Jazz Festival - September, listen to some great jazz, West Bend, 877-271-6903.


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  • Every Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Plankinton Mall in downtown Milwaukee, guest musicians play the mall piano.

  • Every Saturday from 3 to 4 p.m., Music on KK,, presents free programs of talented local musicians and singers. Joyce Parker Productions, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., 414-744-8866, Bay View.

  • Every Day, Music at the Mayfair Mall Food Court - Level II, 2500 N. Mayfair Rd., Wauwatosa. Monday through Friday from 12 to 2 p.m., and 5 to 7 p.m., Saturday 12 to 2 p.m., and Sunday 2 to 4 p.m. Take a break, have something to eat and enjoy free piano classics with pianists like Dan Schneck, John Heftner, Tony Alivo, Paul Bahr, Seth Bauer, Dan Calabrese, Jayme Dawicki, David Kaap, and April Nelson. Info 414-771-1300.


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