Music

Burton Cummings of classic rock pioneers The Guess Who will bring his 60th Anniversary Hits Tour to the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet on Saturday, March 22, 2025.

The rock band will appear at the downtown Joliet theatre May 1.

RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles is an electrifying journey through the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour in addition to songs from the early years all the way to Abbey Road.

The Doo Wop Project’s brand new 90-minute show, “Echoes of the Street,” keeps the classic sounds of doo wop alive for audiences of all ages.

The program for each concert opens with “Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto” by He Zhanhao and Chen Gang. Award-winning violinist Yang Liu will perform the concerto encircled by lit candles.

The blues-funk jam band returns to downtown Aurora Saturday, April 5.

A St. Patrick's Day eve concert, a noted guest flutist showcased by the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra, jazz greats, military memorabilia and a day devoted to native plants are featured in DuPage and Cook counties.

Concerts will be performed April 27 at New England Congregational Church in Aurora, April 28 in Chicago and May 4 in Evanston.

Rick Lindy & The Jukebox Legends will perform at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 30 at the Egyptian Theatre.

Here are some concerts happening in DeKalb, DuPage, La Salle, Lee, Kane, McHenry and Will counties happening in March. From classical music to high-energy rock shows, there's something for everyone.

The Randy Travis: More Life Tour features the legendary country singer and his co-star in the 2015 movie “The Price,” James Dupré, on vocals. Travis will be at the show to interact with fans and his band.

This spectacular tribute show celebrates the iconic sounds of Styx and their timeless progressive rock masterpieces that have captivated audiences for decades.

Mangler: Are you ready for St. Patrick’s Day weekend? How about starting it with us on Friday night, March 14? Classical Blast in Kilts is coming to us on tour.

Musical performances hosted by Wright In Kankakee at the Frank Lloyd Wright B. Harley Bradley House in Kankakee.

McConnell has also co-written songs with country stars such as Brad Paisley, Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, Little Big Town, Ashley McBryde, Martina McBride, Brantley Gilbert and Brothers Osborne.

As of Monday, standings in the Class B division were 1. Monmouth (M.-Roseville), 708; 2. Oregon, 588; and 3. Taylor Ridge (Rockridge), 567

Celtic Angels will perform more both contemporary and traditional Irish music at the Egyptian Theatre in downtown DeKalb.

The SBC Voice Finalists Concert is filled with an array of vocal musical selections ranging from Broadway to classical operatic aria and song.

This Beatles tribute band was hand-selected by Louise Harrison, the sister of the late George Harrison. The band will perform Friday, March 28.

From glass collectibles to a celebration of women's history and art to concerts and theater, fun is in store in DuPage and Cook counties.

The powerhouse trio, made up of sisters Danica and Devynn Hart along with their cousin Trea Swindle, shot to fame after earning the “Group Golden Buzzer” on America’s Got Talent."

Coming up around the Joliet area. Jazz Showcase and Taco Night at Lockport East H.S., "Calendar Girls" at Front Street Theatre in Mokena and a beer and wine tasting fundraiser for Zonta Club to name a few.

The free performance will be at Aurora Christian School.

The Wednesdays @ One programs at the Baker Community Center in St. Charles are free of charge.

JOURNEYMAN will perform classics like "Layla," "White Room," "Lay Down Sally" and many more Eric Clapton songs on March 22.

Guest Violinist Samuel Vargas to be featured during the April 5 and 6 concerts.

As tickets for spring and summer concert tours, festivals and sporting events begin to go on sale, Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul cautioned about ticket scams.

Brightening midwinter will be concerts spanning diverse styles, along with a Market Craft Fair and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra appearing in the western suburbs.

Cantigny's Salute to Service will celebrate the U.S. Army's 250th birthday and honor all who served with special events this summer.

The La Salle restaurant serves up live music from nationally touring artists at a small venue.

While some school districts struggle to get students involved in music, that is not the case for Challand, where over 60% of sixth, seventh and eighth graders are involved in the music department, according to band teacher Nicole Oberg.

Subscriptions are on sale for season that features works by Beethoven, Gershwin, Brahms, Mendelssohn, Dvořák, Mussorgsky and more.

Executive director: After a few years of getting the Economic Development Administration grant in order and all the pieces in place, we can proudly open our doors and say, “Welcome back."

Rileigh Wren, 18, is a senior at Sterling High School.

The high-energy Celtic band will perform Friday, Feb. 28 at the downtown DeKalb theatre.

From a stage musical to a Neil Simon comedy, to toys and kits for sale, to an internationally flavored restaurant week and Celtic melodies, fun awaits across the suburbs.

This winter, explore nightlife and craft drinking destinations in the Illinois Valley area.

Audiences will rock out to hits from some of the biggest arena rock bands like Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Def Leppard, Guns N' Roses and more.

The Barricade Boys feature four award-winning vocalists – Scott Garnham, Kieran Brown, Craig Mather and Simon Schofield, all “Les Misérables” alumni – performing a music mix ranging from pop to opera.

The Joliet Township High School orchestra has commissioned a custom piece of music which the students will be able to perform this fall for the organization's 120th anniversary.

Beethoven’s famous “Fifth Symphony” and Young Artist Rileigh Wren will highlight Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual Family Concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23, in the Morrison High School Auditorium, 643 Genesee Ave., Morrison.

The performers are private lesson students of Nadine Appel, Clea Arbogast, Mardi Huffstutler, James Miller and Nicole Oberg.

With 40 taiko drums of different types and sizes, the troupe’s energetic and athletic drummers will channel the heartbeat and spirit of their homeland in this truly spectacular production to thrill all ages.

Vocalist Maureen Christine and woodwind artist Michael Bazan will perform “Music from the 1980s and More” at McHenry County College Feb. 16.

Eclectic entertainment and attractions spice the Valentine's Day weekend across the suburbs.

Blues legend Buddy Guy will perform Saturday, June 28 at the downtown Joliet theatre.

The Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Theatre in Joliet will host three days of free, all-ages performances for Black History Month – and each performance is unique.

A 10-piece band featuring singer/harp player Derrick Procell will span the musical genres of Van Morrison’s 55-year career.

“Spamilton” is The Dixon's first show of the 2025 season. It is a musical, comedy spoof of one of the biggest Broadway shows ever, “Hamilton.” This national touring show comes straight off Broadway and onto the Dixon stage.

The Jazz Ambassadors is the official touring big band of the United States Army. From the big band sounds of the 1940s to the hits of today, the Jazz Ambassadors present a versatile musical program.