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David Rakowski

Composer's piano études come with attitude

David Rakowski is a laid-back, slightly geeky, funny guy who writes some very difficult music. Or, as he puts it, music that has "lots and lotsa notes."
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Cory Pesaturo is on a mission to make the accordion hip by playing jazz. He's even taken home a world title.
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Taylor SwiftAt the CMAs
Country stars — like Taylor Swift — heat up the red carpet.
Keri HilsonJam'n 94.5 Monster Jam
Hip-hop and R&B fans turned out at the TD Garden for the fifth annual Monster Jam.
Rock 'n roll all nightRock 'n roll all night
Scenes from the Kiss show at the TD Garden.
WoodstockWoodstock
Readers sent in their photos of the iconic 1969 music festival.
Draw The LineTribute bands
Check out these local acts for the next best thing.
Paul McCartneySir Paul rocks Fenway
See photos from the concert at Fenway Park.
Remembering WoodstockRemembering Woodstock
Looking back on the iconic music festival.
Katy PerryKaty Perry
A look at the singer's eclectic and bizarre style.
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Scroll through for a look at the "Rock of Boston."
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Here are the artists Globe critics should like but don't.
U2's BonoYears of U2
A historical look at Bono and the boys of U2.
Boston DJsBoston DJs
We've put together an eclectic list of DJs to suit all styles.
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From left: Adam Lambert, Lady Gaga, Shakira, and Susan Boyle

Is their music as hot as their buzz? This week we find out

We get to see what some of the year's biggest names are made of, with the release of debuts from Susan Boyle and Adam Lambert, and music from Shakira and Lady Gaga.
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Adam Lambert

Highlights and wins

Adam Lambert raised eyebrows, Jermaine Jackson wore a white glove as his late brother was honored, Shakira shook, and Whitney returned.
Concert review
Kim Gordon and Thurston Moore of Sonic Youth

Sonic Youth and the Feelies still do it with feeling

What's not to love about New York? For one raucous, revelatory Sunday night, the Wilbur Theatre should have been named "CBGB North" with its double dose of alternative rock from Sonic Youth and the Feelies.
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Trio Mediaevil

Trio Mediaeval's ancient music crosses centuries

Trio Mediaeval, the Oslo-based vocal ensemble, made a rare local visit on Sunday afternoon for a hypnotically beautiful sold-out performance at the Gardner Museum.
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Guide to happenings around TD Garden in Boston

TD Garden party guide

Headed out to see a concert? You'll find plenty of options for hanging out or grabbing pre-or-post show eats and drinks in the North Station area.
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Metric’s energy beyond measure

The opening “Twilight Galaxy’’ established the tone of the performance at the House of Blues Friday night.
Holiday preview
An interactive taste of Bulgarian folklore

An interactive taste of Bulgarian folklore

Bulgarian chorus Divi Zheni (Wild Women) will lead a sedenka (a holiday celebration of song and dance) in Allston.
The Band

Local musicians pay tribute to the Band's 'Last Waltz'

During "Cover-Up"-themed shows, local artists pay tribute to their favorite acts by covering their music, with varying degrees of seriousness and silliness.
Devendra Banhart

New Age gets new meaning

Devendra Banhart has been an elusive figure who has bewitched audiences and critics since he surfaced in 2002 as an unwashed phenomenon.
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Ray Davies

The good times are still with Ray Davies

Ray Davies (shown in 2006) was in good spirits Tuesday night at Berklee Performance Center
Sam Weiser

Violin prodigy has the world on a string

Sam Weiser likes Tootsie Pops and fantasy football. And at 15 he's already making a name for himself as a musician.
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Joe Perry

Without Aerosmith, Joe Perry’s guitar is the star

Joe Perry (shown playing in Foxborough in September) has taken to the road with a five-piece band of his own. The group played the House of Blues Saturday night.
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'The Crucible'

High craft, dramatic heat spark 'Crucible'

Consciences are, appropriately, stripped bare in Boston Opera Collaborative's fine new production of "The Crucible."
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