Artists Jack Hayes and Sam Weis have a combined show of their paintings in the Marvin Cone Gallery in Sinclair Auditorium at Coe College through March 9. Sam, whose friends and fans know has a peripatetic career, also has some paintings on display in the lobby of PCI, as well as a novel coming out, …
The next event in Orchestra Iowa’s historic Centennial season is “Best of The Beatles,” featuring Classical Mystery Tour, who portray each of the unique eras of The Fab Four. It’s the third time the group has performed with Orchestra Iowa, and it’s always one of the most popular shows. The Orchestra functions truly as the …
TKM Theatrical Productions, the performing troupe founded by long-time Corridor favorites Deb Kennedy and Tom Milligan, present “The Love List,” Feb. 10-11 at the recently-reopened Amana Performing Arts Center. Clark Skaggs plays Bill, whose friend Leon gives him a form to fill out, listing the quality’s of Bill’s perfect woman. Chaos ensues when a woman …
Jazz Corner of the World Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm Tribute to Sam Salomone, Show 2 Craig Kessler continues his celebration of recently departed organist and local musician Sam Salomone. This week, Craig spins, among other goodies, more of Sam’s favorites. Don’t miss gems from Jimmy Smith, John Patton, Don Patterson, and other great jazz …
The Linn County Blues Society (LCBS) regular meetings have been on a bit of a pandemic pause, even though the organization itself has continued to be active, producing events like last summer’s Bourbon & Blues. Blues fans are invited to join the club for some fun on Feb. 6 at Checkers Tavern in Cedar Rapids. …
The regular meeting of the Kirkwood Board of Trustees will take place February 9, 2023. Time, place, and meeting agenda can be found at this link.
The KCCK Featured Album for February is the self-titled debut release from “The Heavy Hitters.” This brand new ensemble includes some of the most established players in the genre, co-led by pianist Mike LeDonne and saxophonist Eric Alexander, long-time friends coming together for their very first sextet project as leaders. Recorded at the legendary Van …
Jazz Corner of the World Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm A Listen to PM Records Tune in as host Craig Kessler spins choice cuts from Canadian label, PM Records, founded by bassist Gene Perla. PM Records released some 46 titles between 1973 until the early 1980s, featuring interesting sides by Elvin Jones, Steve Grossman, Dave Liebman …
