The PCA season runs annually from September to June. In addition to the events on this page, the PCA hosts recurring classes and workshops listed in the menu.
Concerts/ Shows Community Events Classes
Jun 23 - Jun 29
Sun, Jun 236:30 pm - 10:00 pm |
Open mic nightShare a song, tune or poem with a roomful of supportive listeners. All ages and talent levels are welcome. |
Past Events
Sat, Sep 82:00 pm - 9:30 pm |
Songwriter Workshop and ConcertThree accomplished New England songwriters host an afternoon workshop for aspiring or experienced songwriters and an evening concert for all! The workshop is appropriate for both beginning and experienced songwriters. Workshop participants can enter a lottery to perform at the evening concert. Space is limited to 16 people. Concert tickets available separately. |
Sat, Sep 298:30 pm - 10:30 pm |
A Night of Laughs with Paul Nardizzi and Rob SteenStandup comedy returns to the PCA! This year’s show features three hilarious comedians, including headliners Paul Nardizzi and Rob Steen. |
Sat, Oct 137:30 pm - 10:00 pm |
The Hanneke Cassel TrioSOLD OUT – The one and only Hanneke Cassel has dazzled audiences all over the world with her tender, playful and ferocious fiddling interpreting the most traditional of Scottish repertoire interspersed with her own remarkable and lyrical compositions. |
Sat, Nov 178:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
Jeff Purchon & FriendsJeff was signed by EMI Records at the age of 17 and has performed with some of music’s greats, warming up for renowned acts like Black Sabbath, Free, Genesis, Robert Palmer, and others. |
Sat, Dec 17:30 pm - 10:00 pm |
The Jazz PunishersNouveau classic jazz with contemporary spice – The Jazz Punishers is a versatile and lively Boston-area jazz quintet of accomplished musicians. The group performs a blend of classic jazz standards from John Coltrane to Ella Fitzgerald, many with a fresh twist, contemporary jazz, and even some R&B. |
Sat, Jan 54:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Sound EnergySound Energy is a dynamic, Boston-based string trio committed to exploring new sounds, new collaborations, and new music. With a repertoire spanning Anton Webern to Andrew Norman, Sound Energy stands at the forefront of a new generation in contemporary music. |
Sat, Jan 128:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
Delta GeneratorsThe Delta Generators promise to kick away the winter blues by generating plenty of heat from their mix of Delta and North Mississippi blues, rock, funk, soul and rootsy Americana! |
Sun, Jan 273:15 pm - 5:00 pm |
Rieko Aizawa, pianistRieko Aizawa, pianist of the Horszowski Trio based in New York City, celebrates Mozart’s birthday with a solo piano recital featuring Mozart, Chopin, and Debussy. |
Sat, Feb 28:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
The RebelsYeah, the waiting is the hardest part…for “The Rebels” premier performance at the PCA! Join us for an evening with The Rebels who have, in a timely way, perfected the catalog of Tom Petty music. |
Sat, Feb 97:30 pm - 10:00 pm |
Phill Argyris Quintet featuring George Garzone and Phil GrenadierThe music of the Phill Argyris Quintet is clearly defined by a strong connection to the American SongBook and Jazz tradition. Innovative original compositions are part of the group’s core concept and explorations. Swinging hard with a deep focus on melody, the group aspires to offer something for all listeners. |
Sat, Mar 97:30 pm |
Chick Singer Night 2019Chick Singer Night (CSN) is the nation’s original and longest-running annual songfest and showcase for women. Join us at CSN Boston to hear great local and regional talent of all ages – all proceeds to benefit the PCA. |
Sat, Mar 164:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Kurganov-Finehouse Duo: "The Deep"Lauded by FanFare Magazine for “smoldering intensity…Kurganov’s and Finehouse’s recital brings together a wide variety of styles, rendered with an effervescence and panache” |
Sat, Mar 167:30 pm |
Indian Classical Santoor/TablaDiscover the ancient music that inspired some of John Coltrane’s best work and was made famous by Ravi Shankar at the Monterey Pop and Woodstock festivals. One of the world’s great musical traditions, North Indian or Hindustani music features exciting melodic and rhythmic improvisation freed from conventional western harmony. |
Sun, Mar 173:15 pm - 5:00 pm |
Four-hand piano music: Mozart to Piazzolla - Bonnie Anderson & Stella OwenCo-Artistic Director of the Piano Series, Bonnie Anderson, will be joined by Boston pianist, Stella Owen, for a fun afternoon of music for four-hands. The performers will give an overview of piano duet-playing in the United States, beginning the afternoon with Mozart’s Eine kleine Nachtmusik and Brahms’ Symphony No. 3 (third movement) |
Sat, Apr 67:30 pm - 10:00 pm |
An Evening With Don WhiteBack by popular demand. If you laugh and cry within the same ten minutes, you either need a vacation or you are sitting in the audience at a Don White show. |
Sat, Apr 138:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
Love DogsBack by overwhelming demand, The Love Dogs make their winter appearance at the PCA. |
Sat, Apr 277:30 pm - 10:00 pm |
Low LilyThe string and vocal group Low Lily explores the roots and branches of American folk music. Twice-nominated for the 2019 Independent Music Awards, voted #1 Most Wanted at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival (NY), and with two #1 songs on international folk radio, as well as multiple nominations for two New England Music Awards! |
Sat, May 184:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Anderson, Rudolph: Favorite pieces for cello and pianoBack by popular demand, Shay Rudolph and Bonnie Anderson present a delightful program featuring Beethoven, Schumann, Rachmaninoff, and Nadia Boulanger |
Sun, Jun 27:30 pm - 9:30 pm |
FarsanWorld-class Celtic music by Farsan, all proceeds to benefit the American Diabetes Association |
Sat, Jun 158:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Indian Ragas - Indrayuddh Majumder (Sarod) and Nitin Mitta (Tabla)Enjoy an evening of soulful north Indian classical ragas by one of the most accomplished Sarod exponents of his generation. |
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