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Sunday, April 28
The Bella Voce Chamber Choir will celebrate the 400th anniversary of the Monteverdi Vespers with a live performance, featuring violinist Rachel Barton Pine. Tickets are $35; the show starts at 7:30pm. For more info and to buy tickets, check out the Harris Theater.
Janelle Monáe is a true 21st Century musical phenomenon, earning widespread acclamation for her compelling cybersoul sound. Her inventive style melds a refined pop sensibility with an extraordinary postmodern mash-up of soul, funk, and rock 'n' roll. Like Sly Stone, Prince, and OutKast, Monáe proves that innovative music can jam, while simultaneously inventing new concepts and sounds. She also plays a second show tomorrow night. Tickets are $14. Show starts at 8pm. 3159 N. Southport. 18+
The "You, Me, Them, Everybody" podcast is hosting it's monthly live show. Guests include author/musician/general raconteur Brian Costello, stand up comedian Cameron Esposito and Trevor McFadden of The Hoyle Brothers performing a special solo set. Jeremy Tromburg from The Ragtones will be playing piano throughout the night. Brandon Wetherbee hosts with co-host Kevin McGuire. The Hungry Brain is located at 2319 W Belmont. Doors at 8pm, 21+, no cover.