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The 4 best music events in Boston this week

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Published on March 25, 2019
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If you love to take advantage of the live music offerings near you, this week offers several great reasons to leave the house.

From a Jamaican-based singer and rapper to a musical tribute to a late composer, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.

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DJ, Rapper and Singer Shenseea 

Jamaican-born DJ, rapper, singer and songwriter Shenseea will perform live at the Prince Hall Grand Lodge Saturday night.

The artist teamed up with dancehall and reggae singer Sean Paul on his 2017 track "Rolling." She was also featured on "Right Moves," a son on Christina Aguilera's 2018 album "Liberation," according to Hype Life Magazine.  

When: Saturday, March 30, 9 p.m.- Sunday, March 31, 1:30 a.m.
Where: Prince Hall Grand Lodge, 24 Washington St.
Price: $35
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Young Performers Club 16 & Under Showcase

More than a dozen rockers, solo artists and duo groups will perform in a special showcase for industry professionals Sunday afternoon. The top performers will be awarded special prizes by a four-judge panel. Country artist Ayla Brown and pop/rock artist Taylor Briggs will deliver special guest performances.

When: Sunday, March 31, 2-6 p.m.
Where: Hard Rock Cafe, 22-24 Clinton St.
Price: $15-$60 
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Berklee Motion Picture Orchestra Presents: A Cinematic Symphony

Hear classical musical renditions offrom your favorite films Monday night in a showcase by the Berklee Motion Picture Orchestra, a student-led musical ensemble from the Berklee College of Music. 

When: Monday, March 25, 8 p.m.
Where: Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Ave.
Price: $10-$15
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The Makanda Project: Multiple Percussion Edition

The Berklee Performance Center will perform a tribute to late musician, composer and educator Ken McIntyre on Thursday night. Three well-known percussionists (Yoron Israel, Warren Smith and Thurman Barker) will perform more than 50 pieces, accompanied by a 10-member horn section. 

When: Thursday, March 28, 8 p.m.
Where: Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Ave.
Price: $10-$15
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