John McLaughlin News

Mark Claypool and John McLaughlin, two of the nation's most inventive education thinkers, say it will take a fresh, bold strategy in public education to improve outcomes for students who are at-risk or who have special needs. That strategy involves establishing partnerships between public school districts and private companies, outlined in their new book We're In This Together: Public-Private Partnerships in Special and At-Risk-Education (Rowman & Littlefield, academic hardcover $45.00, paperback $22.00, ebook $21.99, June 2015).

Tonight, April 24 at 8:30 p.m. in Zankel Hall, acclaimed musicians from Afghanistan, India, and Tajikistan join together for In the Footsteps of Babur, a program celebrating the exuberant vitality of the Mughal court in the 16th century.

the cell will present the World Premiere of THE BISCUIT CLUB, Marianne Driscoll's canine comedy inspired by The Breakfast Club. Directed by Kira Simring, the show opens tonight, April 9.

the cell will present the World Premiere of THE BISCUIT CLUB, Marianne Driscoll's canine comedy inspired by The Breakfast Club. Directed by Kira Simring, previews begin tonight, April 4 with opening slated for Thursday, April 9.

Tonight, March 28, at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Grammy Award-winning tabla maestro Zakir Hussain brings together some of the world's top Indian and Celtic musicians for Zakir Hussain's Pulse of the World: Celtic Connections.

Michael Tilson Thomas (MTT) makes his second stop of the season at Walt Disney Concert Hall when he returns to lead the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO), one of the world's great orchestras, and powerhouse pianist Yuja Wang, tonight, March 24, at 8 pm.

The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC) presents the return of one of their most popular artists, Indian tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, tonight, March 21 at 8pm in the Chan Shun Concert Hall. Known the world over for his masterful talent on percussion and esteemed intercultural collaborations, Hussain has long been fascinated by the connection of his native country's music to the music revered by the Celtic nations. Celtic Connections will bring together an all-star ensemble to perform works inspired by both the Celtic and Indian traditions.

WHAT: Michael Tilson Thomas (MTT) makes his second stop of the season at Walt Disney Concert Hall when he returns to lead the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO), one of the world's great orchestras, and powerhouse pianist Yuja Wang, Tuesday, March 24, at 8 pm.

On Friday, April 24 at 8:30 p.m. in Zankel Hall, acclaimed musicians from Afghanistan, India, and Tajikistan join together for In the Footsteps of Babur, a program celebrating the exuberant vitality of the Mughal court in the 16th century. Featured artists on the program-presented by Carnegie Hall in partnership with Robert Browning Associates-include Homayun Sakhi (Afghan rubab), Rahul Sharma (santur), Salar Nader (tabla), Sirojiddin Juraev (dutar and tanbur), and Mukhtor Muborakqadamov (Badakhshani setar).

the cell will present the World Premiere of THE BISCUIT CLUB, Marianne Driscoll's canine comedy inspired by The Breakfast Club. Directed by Kira Simring, previews begin April 4 with opening slated for Thursday, April 9.

On Saturday, March 28, at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Grammy Award-winning tabla maestro Zakir Hussain brings together some of the world's top Indian and Celtic musicians for Zakir Hussain's Pulse of the World: Celtic Connections.

Much to the excitement of drummers and jazz aficionados worldwide, drum legend Billy Cobham will be releasing two live albums on Cleopatra Records. The first is 'Mirror's Image' on February 17 (CD & VINYL), follwed by 'Reflected Journey' on April 28 (CD). The albums are 2 parts of the same show recorded in Tokyo on February 15, 1992

Guitar aficionados worldwide are eagerly awaiting the release of the new album by guitar virtusoso and Supertramp legend Carl Verheyen on February 14th. Titled 'Alone', this is Carl's second acoustic solo album.

The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC) presents the return of one of their most popular artists, Indian tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, on Saturday, March 21 at 8pm in the Chan Shun Concert Hall. Known the world over for his masterful talent on percussion and esteemed intercultural collaborations, Hussain has long been fascinated by the connection of his native country's music to the music revered by the Celtic nations. Celtic Connections will bring together an all-star ensemble to perform works inspired by both the Celtic and Indian traditions.

?On episode 3 of "The Set List" podcast, composer Robbie Torres sits down with Victor Legra to talk about his upcoming concert, Bildungsroman. Torres talks about his debut concert as well his journey to songwriting. Bildungsroman is a debut concert covering the evolution of Robbie's writing and the stories behind his songs. The episode also features recordings from Robbie's songbook.

Salaam Bombay Children's Fund will have a benefit concert tonight, November 14th at the New York Society for Ethical Culture. This wonderful musical presentation will support the opportunity for underprivileged children to stay in school.

California Guitar Trio (CGT) and Montreal Guitar Trio (MG3) feature six virtuoso guitarists from CGT and MG3. Representing four countries (Japan, Canada, Belgium, and U.S.), they fuse over 40 years of combined performing experience into one unique six-by-6-string 'phenomensemble' and one very exciting evening for Harris Center for the Arts audiences in Folsom.

The Addition is saddened by the announcement of the passing of Manhattan Transfer lead singer, Tim Hauser. The club has also announced its new shows and more. Scroll down for details!

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Keith Jarrett, Gary Peacock and Jack DeJohnette Sunday, November 30, 2014 8:00 PM in the Prudential Hall . Get your tickets now at NJPAC.org or 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722).

Salaam Bombay Children's Fund will have a benefit concert on November 14th at the New York Society for Ethical Culture. This wonderful musical presentation will support the opportunity for underprivileged children to stay in school.