The daylong celebration of percussion will feature student solo and ensemble performances, competitive events, awards presentations, and a highly anticipated large group showcase highlighting regional ensembles and collegiate performers.

Mania: The ABBA Tribute delivers an authentic and unforgettable tribute to the legendary Swedish band that has captured the hearts of fans for generations.

Check out Harbor Stories: Unplugged – Season 7 in Ottawa, as well as the lineup at the Ottawa Center for the Arts and the 122 Club in Streator.

Ray Scott will perform traditional, heartfelt country music at his Feb. 28 performance at The Dixon Historic Theatre.

Two-time Celtic band of the year for Wisconsin, Reilly, will appear live at The Dixon: Historic Theatre on Saturday, March 14.

Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual Family Concert will be performed at 2 p.m. March 1 at the Camanche High School auditorium in Camanche, Iowa.

The Waukegan Concert Chorus presents “Songs from the Heart” from 4 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at the Dr. Lynn Schornick Theatre in Jack Benny Center for the Arts, located at 39 Jack Benny Drive in Bowen Park.

Jessica Willis Fisher will perform as part of the Harbor Stories Unplugged concert series at The Restaurant at Heritage Harbor in Ottawa Feb. 15.

This elegant event will feature curated cocktails and a prix fixe, chef-designed gourmet dinner, followed by the live performance.

This unforgettable concert event pays tribute to the iconic Southern California sound of the late 1960s and 1970s, blending folk, rock and country into what became known as 'California Country Rock.'

Grammy-nominated duo Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus redefine the possibilities of music by merging classical depth with hip-hop’s pulse.

Shows include a tribute concert to Kenny Rogers and the musical comedy troupe Lewberger.

The concerts on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 will feature selections from classic and contemporary Broadway musicals.

From the mid-70s through the 90s, Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band defined the sound of American rock. Hits like “Turn The Page,” “Night Moves,” “Hollywood Nights” and “Old Time Rock and Roll.”

The Alba Quintet features a flute with four string players to perform all “Four Seasons” by Antonio Vivaldi. The concert is Sunday, Jan. 25.

With authentic arrangements, dazzling visuals, and a dynamic stage presence, RIO brings audiences a full-throttle Duran Duran concert experience.

Both concerts will be held on Saturday, Jan. 17 at First Congregational Church in Glen Ellyn.

Singer-songwriter Joe Fisher delivers the full “Nebraska” album, stripped down to its bare essence — with the stark poetry of America’s backroads.

This high-energy show will transport audiences back to the legendary Las Vegas Hilton, delivering not only Elvis’ most beloved hits and deep cuts.

This scored retelling of Victor Hugo’s epic story of love, acceptance and what it means to be a hero showcases music from Disney’s 1996 animated film.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County has announced its 2026 event calendar, featuring a year of art exhibits, festivals, live music, educational programs and outdoor experiences across Will County.

Four music ensembles from the Clinton Symphony Orchestra will perform Sunday, Jan. 11, at Zion Lutheran Church in Clinton, Iowa. It’s the fourth concert in the Symphony’s 72nd season.

The Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual concert of chamber music will begin at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11, at Zion Lutheran Church in Clinton.

Lydea King participated in the 151st Christmas Festival at Carthage College in the magnificent A. F. Siebert Chapel in Kenosha, Wisconsin. King, from Rock Falls, is a member of wind orchestra and philharmonic orchestra.

Set in four emotional “seasons”— spring, summer, autumn and winter— the evening unfolds with beloved Beatles hits such as “Here Comes the Sun,” “Yesterday,” “Let it Be” and more.

Under the master baton of Maestro Dan Pasquale D’Andrea, this year’s program includes music featuring the 250th anniversary of America, along with a splendid array of vocal and instrumental solos.

Wild Rose Casino & Hotel in Clinton, Iowa, will present Fool House – The Ultimate 90’s Party: The Millennium Tour on Friday, March 20, in the Oakwood Grand Ballroom.

The concert will begin at 7 p.m. Jan. 9 and is presented by the city of Sterling. It will feature pieces from many genres, including traditional and contemporary band works, jazz and popular music.

Want to see some life entertainment in the Sauk Valley? All it takes is a ticket and trip to a theater where history and headliners share equal billing. Shaw Local catches up with The Dixon Historic Theater executive director Spencer Aurand to preview the Spring 2026 season.

The River Valley Wind Ensembles presented its annual Holiday Concert, preceded by Christmas carols, on Sunday at Olivet Nazarene University’s Larsen Fine Arts Center in Bourbonnais.

The summer concert series, which offers free shows in July, will feature Smash Mouth, Air Supply, Fitz and the Tantrums, Foreigner and more.

Tribute artist Dean Z will perform classic songs from all of the different eras of Elvis’ musical career.

Isaak will perform at the downtown Joliet theatre on Friday, Dec. 12.

The world-renowned pianist and composer returns to the stage with a heartwarming concert experience that celebrates the season through music, storytelling and holiday cheer.

The Holiday Spectacular Concert is set for Friday, Dec. 12.

The award-winning American Legion Band will hold its annual Christmas concert at the Rialto Square Theatre on Dec. 14 to benefit Catholic Charities.

Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual “Holidays with the Symphony” concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, in Durgin Performing Arts Center at Clinton High School in Clinton, Iowa.

Travis Hosette impersonates and sings Sinatra-like vocals professionally for all sorts of special events throughout eastern Iowa, western Illinois, and as far away as Milwaukee and Cincinnati.

The performances combine a dessert show in the school cafeteria with a stage performance in Central’s Harold and Jean Miner Auditorium.

The Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra will perform its Holidays Pops: Winter Wonderland concert Dec. 12 and 14.

All four Plainfield District 202 high schools have announced the schedule for the holiday collage concerts this December.

Sponsored by the Sterling Municipal Band, TubaChristmas will take place Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at The Mercantile in downtown Sterling. The event is open to euphonium, baritone, tuba, and sousaphone players...only low brass to celebrate the season.

The Dixon Municipal Band is excited to announce its annual Christmas concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at The Dixon: Historic Theatre.

The Chicago-based ensemble returns to Chamber Music on the Fox with timeless classics and works of contemporary composers.

The Emmanuel Church of Morrison’s “Voices of Praise” present EVOP’s 18th annual Christmas cantata, the high-energy “Joy! Unspeakable Joy!”, which will be presented in three services at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, 2025; 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20; and 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21.

A classical string quartet will perform holiday favorites – and thousands of candles will illuminate the concert in Joliet.

The high school band, choir, jazz band, and madrigals will perform.

Phil Vernon and the Quad-City Ukulele Club will be performing festive Christmas yules at the Windmill Cultural Center in Fulton on Dec. 10, 2025.

The concert will be Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at Ebenezer Reformed Church, Morrison.

Anderson’s special guest is Italian guitarist Alberto Lombardi.