Community Calendar

Live music very Wednesday thru Saturday. This Wednesday features Rockford Symphony HARPIST Nanette Felix performing a variety of musical genres including pop, jazz, classical and rock. Artists are listed on the Anderson Gardens website. This is event FREE and open to the public!

Join us in a celebration of beloved music from your favorite American film composers including Michael Giacchino, John Williams, and many more. Please note the performance is held on a Friday evening.

Pop music comes and goes, but some songs from over 100 years ago are just as fresh in the mind as the day they were written. The Entertainer, Alexander’s Ragtime Band, St. Louis Blues, and Ballin’ the Jack are still familiar, but even when they first hit the scene, these songs were recognized as having something special.

We’ll look at some of the songs that captivated the public and how their popularity continued into the present, and we’ll also share some songs and rags that were hits back in their day. So to quote Irving Berlin, “come on along” for a great hour of ragtime and some early jazz and blues!

“Cherry & Jerry” is Isaac Cherry on percussion and Jerry Rabushka on piano. Based in St. Louis, the duo is also part of the larger “Ragged Blade Band,” and has toured music of the ragtime era throughout a several state area. They’ve found this music is great for good times – brewpubs, wineries, markets, festivals, and more! They’ve appeared in the Big River Steampunk Festival in Hannibal, MO, the Oddities and Curiosities Expo in Chicago and Tulsa, the RAGBRAI bicycle event in Iowa, and the St. Louis World’s Fare in their hometown.

This free event is open to all. No registration is required. It is sponsored by Gretchen and Charles Moore.

This event is part of the America 250 initiative; celebrating our nation throughout the year.

For more information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

REVELATOR- A Tribute to Tedeschi Trucks Band
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Tickets start at $43, Members save 30%
(All-in pricing includes $4 Box Office Fee. An $8 Order fee will be applied at checkout to the entire order)
Since 2010, the Tedeschi Trucks Band has become one of the most eclectic groups of its kind. Led by the Grammy Award winning duo, Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks, TTB’s vision for modern Roots/Blues music has led them to stages all across the globe.

Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks already had successful careers when they joined up to become even bigger than the sum of their parts. Tedeschi Trucks Band’s ability to weave appealing and accessible melodies with their improvisational craft and musicianship is a rare thing to behold

This tribute show is led by Sophie Hafer on lead vocals and Zach Avery on lead guitar, and features a power house band with some of the funkiest musicians the city of Chicago has to offer. Revelator captures all the magic and ability of one of today’s great Jam bands.

Recommended: 12+

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Get ready for a musical experience like no other. The Cleverlys are a one-of-a-kind blend of top-tier bluegrass musicianship and gut-busting comedy. Disguised as a backwoods family band, they perform unexpected covers, original songs, and offbeat stories that keep audiences howling and hollering.

Behind the deadpan delivery and country accents are seriously skilled pickers who’ve shared stages with legends but don’t expect them to play it straight. Whether you’re a fan of bluegrass, comedy, or pure entertainment, The Cleverlys will steal your heart.
“If Earl Scruggs, Dolly Parton, and Spinal Tap spawned a litter of puppies, it would be The Cleverlys.” – LA Times

Make Your Night at the Opera House Even More Special. Enhance your evening with our Marquee Access Experience for an additional $15! Enjoy early entry and a reserved area before the show and during intermission, complete with your own bartender and bento box of snacks that can be taken to your seat. It’s the perfect way to relax, mingle, and elevate your visit in comfort and style. Spots are limited for this exclusive offering, secure yours while they last!­­­­­­­­­­­­

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Rockford Symphony Orchestra principal bassoonist Karl Rzasa will present a collaborative bassoon recital to showcase the instrument’s often overlooked characterful and colorful soloistic versatility.

Live music very Wednesday thru Saturday. This Wednesday features Rockford Symphony HARPIST Nanette Felix performing a variety of musical genres including pop, jazz, classical and rock. Artists are listed on the Anderson Gardens website. This is event FREE and open to the public!

The Dixon Municipal Band is pleased to announce its Spring Concert, to be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM at The Dixon: Historic Theatre.

This special evening of music will feature acclaimed Grammy Award–winning saxophonist Tom Scott, whose legendary career spans jazz, pop, film, and television. Known for his expressive style and versatility, Scott has performed with artists such as Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan, and Quincy Jones, and has been a defining voice in contemporary saxophone performance for decades.

Concertgoers are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy a pre-concert performance by Saxophonic Sounds, beginning at 6:00 PM. The pre-concert entertainment will set the tone for an exciting night celebrating the artistry of the saxophone.

The Dixon Municipal Band’s Spring Concert promises an engaging and memorable musical experience for audiences of all ages, combining the band’s rich tradition with the star power of an internationally recognized soloist.

Live music very Wednesday thru Saturday. This Wednesday features Rockford Symphony HARPIST Nanette Felix performing a variety of musical genres including pop, jazz, classical and rock. Artists are listed on the Anderson Gardens website. This is event FREE and open to the public!

Stockholm Inn is the home for our potpourri of music from 5pm to 7pm on 1st Saturday and 5:30pm to 7:30pm on 3rd Friday of each month. The Trinadora musical mixture includes vintage and contemporary pop, folk, country, jazz, blues, Latin, Celtic, and variety music - everything except the proverbial kitchen sink 🙂 Janel Nelson and Ron Holm accompany their vocals with keyboard, ocarina, guitar, ukulele, fiddle, harmonica, jSax, bass, steel guitar, concertina, and more. The room can fill up, so please phone 815.397.3534 for reservations, and mention that you need seating in the music area.