If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in Boston. From the "hottest new lounge singer in Boston" to a performance of Handel's classic "Jephtha," here are the local shows worth checking out this week.
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Singer and DJ Rich DiMare at Explorateur Cafe
Singer and DJ Rich DiMare will perform at the Explorateur this Saturday night. With more than 15 years of experience, DiMare has been touted by the Boston Globe as the "hottest new lounge singer in Boston," according to his website. He also warmed up the crowd as the pregame DJ for the Boston Red Sox.
When: Saturday, March 9, 8-11 p.m.
Where: Explorateur Cafe, Restaurant & Bar, 186 Tremont St.
Price: $10
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Live Music at City Winery Boston
If you're feeling nostalgic for your favorite '80s rock bands, experience the music of Foreigner and Journey at City Winery Boston this Wednesday night. Listen to hits like "Feels Like the First Time" and "Don't Stop Believin'" over dinner.
When: Wednesday, March 6, 8 p.m.
Where: City Winery Boston, 1 Canal St.
Price: $16-$17 (regularly $30-38)
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Handel and Haydn Society: Beethoven Symphony No. 5
If you're in the mood for classical music, check out a performance of the Handel + Haydn Orchestra this Friday night at the Boston Symphony Hall. The nearly two-hour performance will feature classical pieces like Mozart's "Overture to the Magic Flute," Weber's "Clarinet Concerto No. 1" and Beethoven's "Symphony No. 5." Conducting will be Matthew Halls.
When: Friday, March 8, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Boston Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Ave.
Price: $40 (regularly $25-$104)
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Boston Baroque: Handel's 'Jephtha'
The New England Conservatory will offer a Friday night performance of Handel's final oratorio, "Jephtha," based on the biblical story. The star-studded cast includes tenor Nicholas Phan, who will sing the leading role; countertenor Randall Scotting as Hamor; soprano Ava Pine as Iphis; mezzo-soprano Ann McMahon Quintero as Storge; bass-baritone Dashon Burton as Zebul and soprano Sonja Tengblad as the Angel.
When: Friday, March 8, 8 p.m.
Where: Jordan Hall at New England Conservatory, 30 Gainsborough St.
Price: $12.50-$22.50 (regularly $25-$105)
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