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STORY OF THE SONG: DREW JACOBS
Lee, 4 to 5:30 pm

Award-winning comedy songwriter Drew Jacobs brings his unique musical style to the Lee Library for a late-afternoon showcase. Jacobs will share stories regarding his creative process and perform songs that have been featured nationally on Sirius Satellite Radio. This interactive program is free to the public and concludes with a moderated discussion about his work. 


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LEE LIBRARY: LIVE MUSIC
Lee, 4:00 pm

The Sandy McKnight Songwriters Fund and Lee Library team up to present “The Story of the Song” Performance and Workshop Series. (This is the second of four live music performances.) The performance with Drew Jacobs takes place at the Lee Library, 100 Main Street, Lee on Original songs will be performed and discussed, followed by time for Q&A. Registration is recommended. Please contact the Lee Library at (413) 243-0385 or stop by the circulation desk. leelibraryma.org


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MOONDANCE: VAN MORRISON TRIBUTE CONCERT
Dalton, 7:30 p.m.

The Stationery Factory presents Van Morrison tribute band Moondance. Get tickets here.


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BACH’S ST. JOHN PASSION
Great Barrington, 3 pm

The Berkshire Bach Society presents a rare performance of J.S. Bach’s earliest surviving passion at the First Congregational Church, conducted by James Bagwell and featuring the Berkshire Bach Ensemble. This dramatic choral work includes tenor Gene Stenger as The Evangelist and concertmaster Eugene Drucker, marking the first of three major choral presentations leading up to the Society's 40th anniversary. Admission is free for children and students under 25, and tickets can be secured through BerkshireBach.org.


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JUANITO PASCUAL TRIO
Great Barrington, 8 p.m.

Mahaiwe   $45 General Admission (plus processing fees)

Café table seating

Juanito Pascual has been called “one of the hottest flamenco guitarists in recent years,” (NPR) and is best known for his creative and masterful blending of flamenco with jazz, rock, and world influences. He has performed on five continents and collaborated with Grammy-winning artists including Jorge Pardo (Paco de Lucia Sextet, Chick Corea), flamenco maestro Antonio Rey, and jazz great John Patitucci, among many others. His trio features virtuoso bassist Brad Barrett and the multitalented maestro Jose Moreno on percussion and vocals. Be prepared for a night of soulful melodies, hypnotic rhythms and the fire, elegance and virtuosity of these three acclaimed artists.  

https://mahaiwe.org/event/juanito-pascual-trio/


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BERKSHIRE OPERA FESTIVAL'S FREE FAMILY CONCERT: ONCE UPON AN OPERA
Great Barrington, 2 p.m.

Back by popular demand! Berkshire Opera Festival’s Free Family Concert returns with a lively mix of opera favorites and instantly recognizable melodies. This fun, one-hour interactive performance invites kids and adults to experience live opera up close—perfect for a memorable family outing. This unforgettable afternoon of music is free and open to all ages, but you'll want to reserve your seats today as seating is limited. Once Upon an Opera is recommended for children of all ages with accompanying caregivers.

Event Details:
Sunday, April 12 at 2:00 PM
Indigo Room, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center
20 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA
Duration: 1 hour (no intermission)
Free (reservations encouraged)

Register here:
https://www.berkshireoperafestival.org/onceuponanopera


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AN EVENING OF CHAMBER MUSIC
Connecticut, 7 p.m.

The Hotchkiss School presents an "Evening of Chamber Music" in the Katherine M. Elfers Hall at the Esther Eastman Music Center in Lakeville, Conn. The program features cellist Robert deMaine, clarinetist Darko Brlek, and pianists Fabio Witkowski and Gisele Nacif Witkowski performing works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Darius Milhaud, and Astor Piazzolla in a program highlighting the expressive range and collaborative spirit of chamber music.

Admission is free and open to the public.


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PITTSFIELD CITYJAZZ FESTIVAL: JAZZ JAM
Pittsfield, 7 p.m.

The 20th annual festival kicks-off with a jam session on April 17, at Hot Plate Brewing Co., 1 School Street, Pittsfield. Pianist and leader Dave Bartley hosts the open jam session, with local musicians invited to bring their own instruments and sit it. Berkshires Jazz has learned that Hot Plate will be introducing a special brew to honor the occasion. 


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BOWMEN AT THE STATIONERY FACTOR
Dalton, 7:30PM

Led by veteran songwriter Bow Thayer and featuring guitarist Krishna Guthrie, the band BOWMEN performs a genre-blurring set drawn from Thayer’s 40-year musical catalog. This performance at The Stationery Factory offers a fresh reimagining of classic material for local audiences. More information and potential updates can be found through the venue's official event portal.


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JAZZ VOCALIST JANE MONHEIT TO PERFORM AT THE MAHAIWE
Great Barrington, 8 pm

Jazz vocalist Jane Monheit will perform at the Mahaiwe's Indigo Room. Tickets are $99 general admission, café table seating. Tickets can be purchased online at mahaiwe.org, or by calling or visiting the Box Office, 413-528-0100.

 


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CLARK ART: PERFORMING ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE CONCERT
Williamstown, 3 pm

Artistic directors Jeewon Park and Edward Arron are joined by guest collaborators for an afternoon of musical masterworks in the Michael Conforti Pavilion. The program is supported by the Sea Island Foundation and features a variety of classical compositions. Tickets are required, though available at no cost for college students.


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OPEN DODGEBALL
Great Barrington, 5 - 6 p.m.

Ages 16+

This is a drop-in class, no pre-registration required.

FREE for Berkshire South Members

Guests: $10 per person

 

We’re bringing it back! Gather your friends and drop in for a fun evening of dodgeball!

 

Berkshire South Regional Community Center


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JAZZ CONCERT AT THE BERKSHIRE ATHENAEUM
Pittsfield, 7 p.m.

 Berkshire Jazz, Inc. bring its Jazz Prodigy concert for 2026 to the Berkshire Athenaeum. This year's featured performer is Xander Rosenblum, drummer, age 14. He will perform with musicians from Berkshire Jazz, Inc. a FREE concert sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.


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PITTSFIELD CITYJAZZ FESTIVAL: JAZZ CRAWL
Pittsfield, 7 p.m.

Various venues in downtown Pittsfield will be holding free jazz events, all within walking distance of each other. For more information, visit berkshiresjazz.org.


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WILLIAMS COLLEGE CHAMBER MUSIC PLAYERS CONCERT
W. Stockbridge, 3 - 4:30 p.m.

West Stockbridge Historical Society Presents

Williams College Chamber Music Players Concert

Sunday, April 26th at 3 p.m.

Old Town Hall, 9 Main Street, West Stockbridge

 

Please join us for an afternoon of chamber music by Williams College students.  The Williams College Chamber Music Program provides musical opportunities for very high-level instrumentalists who are not performance majors but devote much of their precious time to playing chamber music with their peers.   While most of these students will go on to careers in medicine, law, and the sciences, their music experiences enrich their academic lives.  We are delighted to share their artistry!

 

Included in the program will be selections from Shostakovich, Ravel and Castelnuovo-Tedesco.  

 

General Admission: $20

Card to Culture tickets available

 


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COMPLETELY UNCHAINED AT THE STATIONERY FACTORY
Dalton, 7:30 p.m.

Completely Unchained is a Van Halen tribute band. Purchase tickets here


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THE CLARK ART PRESENTS THE MET: LIVE IN HD
Williamstown, 1 pm

The Met: Live in HD, the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series of live, high definition simulcasts, continues Broadcasts feature the full performance along with backstage interviews and commentary. Eugene Onegin (Run time: 4 hours, 5 minutes) Tickets $25 ($22 members, $18 college students, $5 children 17 and under). All ticket sales are non-refundable. 


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CLARK ART - THE MET: LIVE IN HD: EUGENE ONEGIN
Williamstown, 1 pm

The Clark hosts a live high-definition broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Eugene Onegin. Viewers can enjoy the full operatic performance supplemented by behind-the-scenes features and production commentary. All ticket sales for this award-winning series are non-refundable.


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CLARK ART - MUSIC IN THE MANTON: MISTY BLUES
Williamstown, 4 pm

Local favorites Misty Blues perform a mix of original blues, jazz, soul, and funk during the final First Sunday Free event of the season. Fronted by Gina Coleman, the ensemble is a former International Blues Challenge finalist. Admission is free to the public through the support of Allen & Company.


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STORY OF THE SONG: CHRISTINE BILé
Lee, 4 to 5:30 pm

Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Christine Bilé performs a set of original acoustic pop and folk music on guitar and ukulele. Known for themes of self-love and empowerment, Bilé will break down her songwriting structure and inspirations for the audience. The program fosters community engagement by connecting local musicians with residents in an intimate library setting.


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CLARK ART: GLIMMERGLASS PRESENTS HAPPY END
Williamstown, 3 pm

The Glimmerglass Festival brings a satirical early-twentieth-century classic to the Manton Research Center auditorium. This gritty musical tale of gangsters and the Salvation Army features a famous score by Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht. Tickets start at $40 for this collaborative production with Opera Saratoga.


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CLARK ART: WILLIAMS COLLEGE CHAMBER MUSIC GALA
Williamstown, 3 pm

Students from the Williams College Music Department present an afternoon of piano, string, and wind chamber music. The program features selections developed during their recent collaborative semester. This community performance is free and open to the public.


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THE CLARK ART PRESENTS THE MET: LIVE IN HD
Williamstown, 1 pm

The Met: Live in HD, the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series of live, high definition simulcasts, continues Broadcasts feature the full performance along with backstage interviews and commentary. El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego (Run time: 2 hours, 48 minutes) Tickets $25 ($22 members, $18 college students, $5 children 17 and under). All ticket sales are non-refundable. 


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CLARK ART - THE MET: LIVE IN HD: EL ÚLTIMO SUEñO DE FRIDA Y DIEGO
Williamstown, 1 pm

The spring opera series concludes with a live HD simulcast of El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego. This contemporary work explores the lives of artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera through a soaring operatic score. Tickets are $25 and include access to intermission interviews and backstage content.


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ORLEANS
Pittsfield, 7:30pm

Orleans is bringing their timeless hits like “Still The One,” “Dance With Me,” and “Love Takes Time” to The Colonial Theatre (111 South St., Pittsfield, MA)! To purchase tickets, visit berkshiretheatre.org.


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STORY OF THE SONG: LIV CUMMINS
Lee, 4 to 5:30 pm

Educator and musical theater dramatist Liv Cummins performs her pop, rock, and folk-influenced songs to wrap up the concert portion of the series. As a co-founder of the Sandy McKnight Songwriters Fund, Cummins will share personal stories behind her music and her work building the local arts community. Information regarding this performance and the Fund’s mission can be found at sandysongfund.org.


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STORY OF THE SONG: SONGWRITING WORKSHOP
Lee, 4 to 5:30 pm

This final session of the series transitions from a performance format to a hands-on workshop guided by experienced musicians. Participants will learn essential tools and lessons to construct their own ideas and personal stories into original songs. The workshop is free to all ages and backgrounds thanks to support from the Lee Cultural Council.


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AN UNFORGETTABLE NEW YEAR'S EVE CONCERT EVENT
Dalton, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.

This all-ages event at the Stationery Factory is dress-to-the-nines or come-as-you-are — ring in the New Year with a night of music, energy and celebration. The evening kicks off at 6:30 with Colby Robb and special guest Antonia Allegrone in a blend of country soul and rock 'n' roll.  And you'll be home before the ball drops.

More information and tickets here.


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