If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in Washington. From salsa to jazz to classical, here are the local shows worth checking out this week.
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Veronneau at Blues Alley
On Tuesday, locally-based world-jazz band Veronneau returns to Blues Alley. Quebecoise vocalist Lynn Veronneau leads musicians from the UK, U.S. and Brazil in multi-lingual, acoustic music. The seasonal show will feature music from France, Brazil and beyond, including tracks from their "Snowtime" recording. These tickets are also half price.
When: Tuesday, December 4, 10 p.m.
Where: Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Price: $12.50
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Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic
On Saturday, the Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic (WMP) showcases "Music Made in America" with half-price tickets. Trombonist Adam Stokes will solo in Robert Tindle’s "Concerto for Bass Trombone and Orchestra." Then, the WMP will tackle works by two contemporary American composers. Joan Tower's "Fanfare for the Uncommon Women No. 1" celebrates America using fragments from "America the Beautiful." And Jennifer Higdon's "All Things Majestic" explores the natural wonders of the Grand Tetons.
When: Saturday, December 8, 7 p.m.
Where: Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW
Price: $12.50
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Latin Sundays
Finally, Sundays are Latin Night at Lucky Strike D.C. This deal is for nearly 50 percent off general admission, which gets you bachata and salsa lessons, plus a night of Latin music played by live DJs.
Where: 701 Seventh St. NW, Chinatown
Price: $8
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