If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in Washington. From a Vanessa Williams concert to an '80s Dream Night to a string quartet, here are the local shows worth checking out this week.
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NSO Pops: Vanessa Williams
From the event description:
Grammy, Tony and Emmy-nominated actress and singer Vanessa Williams joins the National Symphony Orchestra Pops for a Broadway-themed program at The Kennedy Center Concert Hall. The progam reflects her wide-ranging career and interest in a variety of genres, including R&B, pop and musical theater.
When: Friday, May 3, 8 p.m.
Where: The Kennedy Center - Concert Hall, 2700 F St., NW
Price: $29-$69
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Spring Fiesta and music with Fabiola Rosillon and Tito Dorantes
From the event description:
Come celebrate el Spring at the Art Museum of the Americas. The event features food, margaritas and music by Fabiola Rossillon, along with a virtuoso of the classical and electric guitar, Tito Dorantes. The repertoire of the event will be framed in the traditional style of Mexican music with modern interpretations as well.
When: Saturday, May 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Art Museum of the Americas, 201 18th St. NW
Price: $45
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80s Dream Night
From the event description:
Join the District Music Project for an 80s Dream Night! Do you pine for a prom from 1986? Wear your best dated duds. Star Wars fan to the max? Depeche Mode? Rock out as your favorite songster. Themed drinks and snacks, karaoke, a live DJ dance party, '80s games and a costume contest are all on deck, plus you’ll be treated to a special performance by the District Music Project Chorus!
When: Saturday, May 4, 8-11 p.m.
Where: The Airedale DC, 3605 14th St. NW
Price: $40 (General Admission); $60 (VIP)
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The Thirteen Choir
From the event description:
The Thirteen Choir's seventh season, "the bonds between", marks a continuation of the group's commitment to life-affirming performances, music-making at its finest and a determination to provide a social context for its diverse and moving programs. In the concert series this year, the choir is examining the theme of connection, and how the threads binding us can fray and break — from the union of romantic love to the divide of war.
When: Saturday, May 4, 7:30 p.m.
Where: First Congregational UCC, 945 G St. NW
Price: Free-$15
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Turtle Island Quartet: Bird's Eye View
From the event description:
Two-time Grammy-winning Turtle Island Quartet brings their homage to the visionary brilliance of jazz saxophonist Charlie Parker to historic Dumbarton Church. Hear iconic classics such as KoKo, A Night in Tunisia, and Dewey Square, as well as other thematic pieces from the bebop era.
When: Saturday, May 4, 8 p.m.
Where: Dumbarton Church, 3133 Dumbarton St., NW
Price: $21
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