RSVP on Facebook Punk-Ass Classical heads back to Northeast to sing, scream and shout in celebration of our second full year of concerts. Kyle Hutchins, a formerly Minnesota based musician, is back in town for a limited time, performing works for solo voice by Kurt Schwitters and local composer Joey Crane. Punk-Ass Classical veterans Michael Betz and Anika Kildegaard join with a group of singers to perform vocal music by renowned 20th century innovators Luciano Berio and John Cage. Poster by Katharine Linnea On the Program: "Story" by John Cage "Cries of London" by Luciano Berio "Ursonate" by Kurt Schwitters "Ghost Play" by Joey Crane We ask for a $5-$10 donation to help pay our performers and composers and help make Punk-Ass Classical a stable and reliable source of live music in the Twin Cities. *Respect the space, respect the music, respect each other* Can't attend the concert? You can support Punk-Ass Classical throughout the year by donating to our generosity.com campaign! ---- Punk-Ass Classical fosters a lively, diverse, and inclusive contemporary classical and experimental music community in basements, attics, and living rooms throughout the Twin Cities.

RSVP on Facebook Sound Bath: an Evening of Ambient Space Music curated by Dave Onnen of the Space Rock Band Thunderbolt Pagoda Artists to perform that night Comets ov Cupid (solo) www.cometsovcupid.com Michael Betz https://michaelbetzmusic.com/ Adam Biel https://adambiel.bandcamp.com/ and DJ Mutant will be spinning some otherworldy cosmic soundscapes.

I will be performing improvised music on piano and synthesizers.

I will be performing improvised music on piano and synthesizers.

I will be playing jazz and original improvisations at the North Iowa Farmers Market.

I will be performing improvised music on piano and synthesizers.

RSVP on Facebook I will be playing jazz piano for MacNider Art Museum's "Off the Clock" event: MacNider: Off the Clock is a free event and open to the public. Complimentary wine and appetizers are available throughout the event, in addition to live music. Visitors can mingle with friends and coworkers as they explore the galleries and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the MacNider. Corresponding with the "In Her Own Right: Marion Mahony Griffin" exhibit we will have a live portrayal of Marion Mahony Griffin done by Mary Rohne.

Joshua Weinberg (flute) and Michael Betz (piano) will be performing repertoire from the French impressionist traditions and Argentinian tango traditions. Their program will include works by composers Fauré, Satie, Massenet, Debussy, Piazzolla, Salgán, and Guastavino. We will perform from 11:45-12:45. For more information about the entertainment and festival schedule, see the link below.

RSVP on Facebook Featuring music by: Punk-Ass Classical Six Families One Thirteen Zeitgeist Joshua Weinberg will be performing movements 3 and 4 of my flute suite ascension.

I will be performing my usual jazz standards along with some jazz arrangements of holiday tunes.

RSVP on Facebook Join the Murphy Institute for an evening of song and celebration in the newly renovated Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, featuring soprano Elena Stabile, accompanied by Yoshi Weinberg on flute and Michael Betz on piano. Ms. Stabile will perform two contemporary classical song cycles: "Passing Melodies," Samuel Barber’s composition based on the poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke, and "The Deepest Desire: Four Meditations on Love," Jake Hegge’s music based on the meditations of activist and author (Dead Man Walking), Sr. Helen Prejean. There will be a complimentary reception in Hofstede Hall (lower level of the church) immediately following the program for those who register online.

RSVP on Facebook The Solo and Chamber Timpanist's Initiative will perform my piece Fanfare on "Dies Irae" for 2 timpanists and 9 drums. The performance will be live-broadcast along with other winners of their call for scores at this link from 6-7pm EDT.