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 vocal concert celebrating women composers to an indie Americana artist's release show, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.
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March Moderns: Vanguard
First, fans of vocal ensembles won't want to miss opening night of the festival March Moderns: Voices of Today. Tuesday evening's program — one of three upcoming concerts — will feature vocal performances showcasing the work of six acclaimed female composers, including Pulitzer Prize winner Caroline Shaw and Icelandic composer Anna Thorvaldsdottir. The pieces will explore a broad range of topics, including freedom, equality and love.
When: Tuesday, March 26, 7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St.
Price: $10-$20
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Sixth Annual Coltman Chamber Music Competition
Saturday brings the semi-final round of a chamber music competition hosted by The Austin Chamber Music Center. Thirty-eight ensembles — including junior and collegiate teams — will battle for cash prizes and performance in front of a live audience.
When: Saturday, March 30, 9:30 a.m.
Where: University of Texas, Butler School of Music, 2406 Robert Dedman Drive
Price: Free
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The Band of Heathens at Mohawk
This Wednesday, hear new songs from Band of Heathen at Mohawk. The band's latest album, "A Message from the People Revisited," honors two music legends: John Denver and Ray Charles. And according to Taste of Country, the album shines a light on social justice and the nation's divisive political climate.
When: Wednesday, March 27, 6:30 p.m.- Thursday, March 28, 6 a.m.
Where: Mohawk, 912 Red River St.
Price: $20.50-$24.50
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William Harries Graham at Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden
Finally, catch indie Americana artist William Harris Graham this Saturday night at Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden. The show celebrates Graham's new album, "Jakes." The album's title pays homage to a neon sign in the historic Continental Club, where Graham has a Wednesday night residency.
When: Saturday, March 30, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden, 121 Pickle Road
Price: Free
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