Concerts

THIS WEEK: FEB. 5 to 11, 2010

Yes, the Grammy-winning progressive-rock band with guitarist Steve Howe, bassist Chris Squire and drummer Alan White as well as Oliver Wakeman on keyboards and lead singer Benoit David. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. Tonight at 8. 866-605-7325.

Bluegrass Jam. All players welcome. Food and refreshments available. Noxen School and Community Center, School Street, Noxen. Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Noxen Historical Community Association. 298-2052.

Three Days Grace, the platinum-selling, Toronto-based rock group with supporting acts Chevelle and Flyleaf. Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. Saturday at 7 p.m. $35. 970-7600.

Destination: Philadelphia! A concert by the Robert Dale Chorale previewing selections to be performed at the upcoming American Choral Directors Association Eastern Division Conference in Philadelphia. Followed by a reception with light musical entertainment. St. Luke’s Church, 232 Wyoming Ave., Scranton. Saturday at 7:30 p.m. $15. 586-3921.

Kansas, the folk-rock group delivers its classic hits including “Dust in the Wind” and “Leftoverture.” Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. Saturday at 8 p.m. $29.50. 420-2808.

Steve Brosky & the Big Li’l Band, the swinging R&B group with guitarist Jimmy Meyers. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. Saturday at 8:30 p.m. $18. 325-0249.

FUTURE CONCERTS

Gene Yevich Memorial Concert, with trumpeters Mark Gould and Joseph Boga, pianist Ted Rosenthal, bassist Matt Rybicki and drummer Carmen Intorre. Houlihan-McLean Center, Jefferson Avenue and Mulberry Street, University of Scranton. Feb. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Free. 941-7624.

Celebrate America, a pops concert by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic performing American music by Sousa, Berlin, Gould and more. Feb. 12, 8 p.m. at the F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre; and Feb. 13, 8 p.m. at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. $55, $47, $39, $27, $18. 341-1568 or nepaphil.org.

The Spinners, the crooning soul group of the 1970s (“Then Came You”) in concert. Mount Airy Casino Resort, 44 Woodland Road, Mount Pocono. Feb. 13 at 6 and 9 p.m. $35. Reservations: 877-682-4791.

James Keelaghan, a concert by the Canadian singer-songwriter. Old Lynn Concert Series, Old Lynn Methodist Church, off Route 29, north of Tunkhannock. Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. Free but donations accepted. 965-2889.

Up and Coming Comedy Series, with monologist Ray Pennetti and improvisational comedian Davin. Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. Feb. 13 with cocktails at 7 p.m. and show at 8 p.m. $15. 344-1111.

A Valentine Organ Concert, with organist Alain Truche performing the music of post-romantic composer Percy Whitlock. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 35 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. Free-will offering. 346-4600.

Phil Vassar, the good-time contemporary country singer and piano man (“Just Another Day in Paradise”). Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. Feb. 13 at 8 p.m. $29. 420-2808.

Tusk – The Music of Fleetwood Mac, a tribute band fronted by Stevie Nicks sound-alike Kathy Phillips. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. Feb. 13 at 8:30 p.m. $20. 325-0249.

A 19th-Century Soiree, with concert pianist Helen Beedle performing the lush music of Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera along with works by Chopin, Gottschalk and Stephen Foster. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. Feb. 14 at 8:30 p.m. $15. 325-0249.

An Evening with Lotus, the jam band performing an “organic ambient trace funk jam show.” With supporting acts Trippin’ on Nothing and Rogue Chimp. Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. Feb. 14 at 9 p.m. $20. 420-2808.

The Pink Floyd Experience, a re-creation of the iconic rock band’s show with 270,000 watts of light, 22 tons of quadraphonic sound, six musicians and one signature flying pig. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. Feb. 17 at 7:30 p.m. $35, $25. 826-1100.

Love Me Tender: From Elvis with Love, an Elvis Presley tribute show with impersonators Mike Albert and Scot Bruce along with the Big E Band. Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. $75 (VIP), $35, $30. Optional pre-show dinner served at 6 p.m. ($25).344-1111.

Bruce in the USA, a Bruce Springsteen tribute band fronted by Las Vegas performer Matt Ryan. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. $15 advance; $20 day of show. 325-0371.

Schoenberg Festival, instrumental and vocal music of Arnold Schoenberg presented in two concerts by the Wyoming Seminary Upper School. Included: the piano trio “Verklaerte Nacht” and the melodrama “Pierrot Lunaire.” Great Hall, 228 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. Feb. 20 and 23 at 8 p.m. Free. 270-2190.

Steel Mill Retro, with drummer Vini Lopez, original member of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band. Gypsies Nightclub, Mount Airy Casino Resort, 44 Woodland Road, Mount Pocono. Feb. 20 at 9 p.m. $20. 877-682-4791.

My Sweet Patootie, the swinging duo of violinist/singer Sandra Swannell and guitarist/singer Terry Young, formerly of the Canadian folk band Tanglefoot. Sponsored by the Chicory House Concert Series at Arts YOUniverse, 47 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. $15, $12 members. 825-8772.

Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour, with top festival artists including pianist Kenny Barron, violinist Regina Carter, baritone Kurt Elling and guitarist Russell Malone. Mitrani Hall, Haas Center for the Arts, Bloomsburg University, 400 E. Second St., Bloomsburg. Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. $25. 389-4409.

Jamey Johnson, the award-winning country-music singer in concert. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. Feb. 21 at 8 p.m. $34, $29. 866-605-7325.

Cultural Diversity Arts Festival, celebrating various cultures with a series of performances. Included: Taikoza, a Japanese music-and-dance group (Feb. 22 at 7 p.m.); Combo Latino, a Latin jazz band (Feb. 23 at 11 a.m.); student singer Henry Penafiel (Feb. 23 at noon); the Solstice Belly Dancers (Feb. 24 at noon); Lea, an African-American civil-rights singer (Feb. 25 at 11:15 a.m.); student soloist Jasmine Mack (Feb. 25 at 12:15 p.m.) and a performance by the Benton Pow Wow (Feb. 26 at 11 a.m.). Educational Conference Center, Luzerne County Community College, 1333 S. Prospect St., Nanticoke. Free and open to the public but tickets required. 740-0429.

Celtic Woman, the Irish-music phenomenon touring in support of its newest release “Songs from the Heart.” Mohegan Sun Arena, 155 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. $63, $45, $25. 800-745-3000 or 970-7600.

Umphrey’s McGee, the premier jam band with roots in jazz, metal and progressive rock. Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. Feb. 24 at 8 p.m. $20 advance, $25 day of show. 420-2808.

Jason Aldean, the hot country newcomer with special guest Luke Bryan. Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. Feb. 25 at 7:30 p.m. $35, $30. 800-745-3000.

Lisa Yvonne Ferraro, the soulful jazz vocalist whose voice spans four octaves, delivers a concert of classic standards. Preceded by a pre-concert talk “The Healing Power of Music” at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Greater Hazleton Concert Series at Hazleton Area High School, 1601 W. 23rd St., Hazleton. Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m. $25, $10 students. 788-4864.

Marian Anderson String Quartet, the chamber-music quartet in concert, in celebration of Black History Month. Mellow Theater, Lackawanna College, 501 Vine St., Scranton. Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. $30, $20; $15 students. 955-1455.

U-Melt, the New York City-based jam-band foursome known for its funky and infectious grooves. Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. $12. 420-2808.

Rick Springfield, an evening with the pop rocker and actor. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. $42, $37. 866-605-7325.

Herman’s Hermits, the sixties Brit-pop group with lead singer Peter Noone. Mount Airy Casino Resort, 44 Woodland Drive, Mount Pocono. Feb. 27 at 6 and 9 p.m. $35. 877-682-4791.

David Bromberg Quartet, the performer, writer and innovative arranger and his group in a versatile concert of blues, country, jazz and classical. Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. Feb. 27 at 8 p.m. 420-2808.

Boris Garcia and Cabinet, the two jam bands fusing bluegrass, jazz, rock and folk. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. Feb. 27 at 8:30 p.m. $18. 325-0249.

Dave Mason, the veteran musician performing his trademark soulful blend of rock and blues. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. March 4 at 8 p.m. 866-605-7325.

Sean Kingston, the reggae, doo-wop, rap and pop star in concert. Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. March 4 at 8 p.m. $17. 420-2808.

Ray Davies, the British rock musician who formerly fronted the British Invasion band The Kinks. Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. March 5 at 8 p.m. 344-1111.

Separate Ways, a Journey tribute band with lead singer Dan Gagliano. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. March 5 at 8 p.m. $15 advance; $20 day of show. 866-605-7325.

Hammer of the Gods: The Led Zeppelin Experience, a re-creation of the mystical aura of an authentic Zeppelin concert with a thunderous sound, spectacular light show and vintage clothing. Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. March 6 at 8 p.m. $31. 420-2808.

Italian Music of the Baroque Period, a concert by the Choral Society of Northeast Pennsylvania with string orchestra and soloists performing pieces of Pergolesi, Monteverdi and Martini. St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 232 Wyoming Ave., Scranton. March 6 at 8 p.m. 343-6707.

Railroad Earth, the six-member jamming bluegrass and string band. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. March 6 at 8 p.m. $20 advance; $25 day of show. 866-605-7325.

The Doughboys, the rocking garage band in concert. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. March 6 at 8:30 p.m. $18. 325-0249.

Mike Gordon, the Phish bassist, songwriter and award-winning videographer jams on the stage of the Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. March 7 at 8 p.m. $28. 420-2808.

Odessa Philharmonic Orchestra, the 80-member ensemble performing Beethoven’s 7th Symphony and a program of Strauss waltzes. Sponsored by the Greater Hazleton Concert Series at Hazleton Area High School, 1601 W. 23rd St., Hazleton. March 11 at 7:30 p.m. $25, $10 students. 788-4864.

Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge, the hit-making crooner and his group (“Worst That Could Happen”). Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. March 12 at 8 p.m. $30. 420-2808.

The Tartan Terrors, the Celtic group mixing comedy, music and theater. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. March 12 and 13 at 8:30 p.m. $33, 28. 325-0249.

Jay Smar, the folk singer and multi-instrumentalist in concert. Old Lynn Concert Series, Old Lynn Methodist Church, off Route 29, north of Tunkhannock. March 13 at 7 p.m. Free but donations accepted. 965-2889.

Masterworks 3: Beethoven, a classical concert by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic performing Beethoven’s famous Symphony No. 3 (“Eroica”) along with Mendelssohn’s “Hebrides Overture” and Faur�’s “Pell�as et M�lisande Suite.” F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. $55, $47, $39, $27, $18. March 13 at 8 p.m. 341-1568 or nepaphil.org.

The Tartan Terrors, a performance by the musical, theatrical and comedic group in conjunction with Jim Thorpe’s St. Patrick’s Day Weekend. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. March 13 and 14 at 8:30 p.m. $33, $28. 325-0249.

Megadeth, the thrash titans on the “Rust in Peace 20th Anniversary Tour” with special guests Testament and Exodus. Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. March 18 with doors at 6 p.m. 344-1111 or 800-745-3000.

Bach Festival, a three-day celebration with the Robert Dale Chorale and the Bach Festival Orchestra. Begins March 19, 8 p.m. with an Organ Recital at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 550 Madison Ave., Scranton (free-will offering). Continues March 20 with a Chamber Music Concert at 8 p.m. and March 21 with a Bach Birthday Bash Choral Concert at 3 p.m., both at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 232 Wyoming Ave., Scranton. $15, $12 seniors, $7 students. 586-3921.

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, the seven-member swing revival band fusing classic American sounds including jazz, swing, Dixieland and big band music. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. March 20 at 8 p.m. $35, $25, $19.50. 826-1100.

Breaking Benjamin, the multi-platinum rockers performing in support of their latest album “Dear Agony.” Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. March 21 at 7 p.m. $35. 800-745-3000 or 970-7600.

Superstars of the 60s and 70s, with Chuck Negron of Three Dog Night, the Grassroots, the Vogues and Sonny Geraci of the Outsiders and Climax. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. March 26 at 7:30 p.m. $55, $45. 826-1100.

The Georgia Guitar Quartet, the adventurous chamber-music group who incorporate contemporary rock with classical and original music. Kenneth S. Gross Auditorium, Carver Hall, Bloomsburg University, 400 E. Second St., Bloomsburg. March 27 at 8 p.m. $22. 389-4409.

The Machine, the Pink Floyd tribute band in concert. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. March 27 at 8 p.m. 866-605-7325.

Carrie Underwood, the top-selling country power vocalist in concert with supporting performers Craig Morgan and Sons of Sylvia. Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. March 29 at 7:30 p.m. $55, $45, $35. 970-7600.

Coheed and Cambria, the progressive-metal band performing at the Hardware Bar Complex, 519 Linden St., Scranton. March 30 at 8 p.m. 346-8465.

An Evening with Wilco, the Chicago alternative-rock sextet in concert. Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. March 31 at 8 p.m. $38.50. 800-745-3000.

Jo Dee Messina, the country star touring in support of her newest release “Unmistakable.” Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. April 1 at 8 p.m. $43, $33. 420-2808.

An Evening with Debbie Gravitte, a pops concert by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic with the Broadway Tony-winning singer who performs songs from “Evita” and “Wicked.” April 9, 8 p.m. at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton; and April 10, 8 p.m. at the F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. $55, $47, $39, $27, $18. 341-1568 or nepaphil.org.

John Valby: Doctor Dirty, the pianist-comedian performs his “Dirty Ditties.” Adult language. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. April 9 at 9 p.m. $17 advance; $22 day of show. 325-0371.

Enoch Kent, the Scottish/Canadian folk singer. Old Lynn Concert Series, Old Lynn Methodist Church, off Route 29, north of Tunkhannock. April 10 at 7 p.m. Free but donations accepted. 965-2889.

Love Supreme: A Concert for the Soul, a performance by the Grammy-winning Turtle Island Quartet who fuse classical music with contemporary American styles. Mitrani Hall, Haas Center for the Arts, Bloomsburg University, 400 E. Second St., Bloomsburg. April 10 at 8 p.m. $20. 389-4409.

Girls Night Out Comedy Show, with top national comics. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. April 10 at 8:30 p.m. $18. 325-0249.

An Evening of Rodgers & Hammerstein, a cabaret-style program with the Robert Dale Chorale and the Doug Smith Jazz Trio. Shopland Hall, Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. April 16 at 7:30 p.m. $15, $12 seniors, $7 students. 586-3921.

Slamm! Described as “Stomp on Steroids,” rock drumming icon Carmine Appice presents an explosive, physical display of rock and rhythm with a percussion ensemble employing buckets, sticks, oil cans, drain pipes and Dixie cups as well as drums. Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. April 17 at 8 p.m. $25. 420-2808.

38 Special, the veteran rock band in concert. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. April 17 at 8 p.m. $37, $32. 325-0371.

Mark Stone, a performance by the TV mentalist performing entertaining demonstrations of mental gymnastics. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. April 17 at 8:30 p.m. $23. 325-0249.

A Schumann Recital, on the 200th anniversary of his birth by pianist Jeanette Miklem of Zimbabwe. Houlihan-McLean Center, Jefferson Avenue and Mulberry Street, University of Scranton. April 18 at 5 p.m. $20. 941-7816.

Concert for a Cause 8, the annual music extravaganza with 30 bands performing on four stages in an effort to raise money for United Way Veterans Services. Included: 40-Lb. Head, k8, Bad Hair Day, the Five Percent, Tribes, Flaxy Morgan, Panacea, M-80, Bret Alexander, Lessen One, Go-Go Gadjet, Nowhere Slow, OurAfter, Bliss, Nicole Carey, Iron Cowboy, Farmer’s Daughter, Destination West, Ashfall, George Wesley, the Silent Treatment, the NonRefundables, Lemongelli, Fighting Zero, the Underground Saints, Charles Havira, Brian Langan of The Swims, Days Before Tomorrow, Graces Downfall, Plus 3, MiZ, Absolution, Shawn Z and Jeanne Zano. The Woodlands Inn & Resort, 1073 Route 315, Wilkes-Barre. April 22, 6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Over 21. $7. 829-7131.

The Songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Stars of Webber’s Broadway hit musicals perform selections from Cats, Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar, By Jeeves, Song and Dance, Aspects of Love and Phantom of the Opera. Sponsored by the Greater Hazleton Concert Series at Hazleton Area High School, 1601 W. 23rd St., Hazleton. April 23 at 7:30 p.m. $25, $10 students. 788-4864.

The Disco Biscuits, bringing together the worlds of jam bands and electronic music with its “trance-fusion” sound which mixes the free-form improvisations of jazz with the hypnotic rhythms of the rave culture. F.M. Kirby Center, 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. April 23 at 8 p.m. $26.50. 826-1100.

Spyro Gyra, the smooth jazz sounds of the Grammy-winning group with original members Jay Beckenstein and Tom Schuman. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. April 23 at 8 p.m. $28, $23. 325-0371.

Straight No Chaser, the 10-member male a cappella group performing a modern-pop repertoire. Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. April 23 at 8 p.m. $28. 420-2808.

Pennswood Guitar Quartet, diverse and challenging compositions from around the world by the chamber-music ensemble. Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. April 25 at 3 p.m. $10. 996-1500.

One Night of Queen, a re-creation of a Queen concert by tribute band Gary Mullen and the Works. Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg. April 25 at 7:30 p.m. 420-2808.

Carmina Burana, a performance of Carl Orff’s popular cantata by the Choral Society of Northeast Pennsylvania. April 30 at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton; and May 1 at the F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. 343-6707.

Masterworks 4: Season Finale, a classical concert by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic performing the popular “Carmina Burana” along with choral singers and soloists. Also: Stravinsky’s “Firebird Suite.” April 30, 8 p.m. at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton; and May 1, 8 p.m. at the F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. $55, $47, $39, $27, $18. 341-1568 or nepaphil.org.

Mel Tillis, the country-music legend in concert (“Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love to Town”). Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. April 30 at 8 p.m. $34, $29. 866-605-7325.

Unforgettable Fire, an authentic re-creation of a U-2 concert. Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. May 1 at 8:30 p.m. $21. 325-0249.

Jim Brickman, the award-winning songwriter and pianist performing his romantic chart toppers at the F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. May 7 at 8 p.m. $45, $35, $25. 826-1100.

The Mainlanders, a concert by the Canadian acoustic folk trio. Old Lynn Concert Series, Old Lynn Methodist Church, off Route 29, north of Tunkhannock. May 8 at 7 p.m. Free but donations accepted. 965-2889.

Glenn Miller Orchestra, the big-band swing orchestra led by trombonist Larry O’Brien. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. May 8 at 8 p.m. $30, $22.50, $19.50. 826-1100.

Co-op Bop, the five-member jazz quintet of Alan Gaumer (trumpet), Craig Kastelnik (Hammond B3 organ), Nelson Hill (sax), Gary Rissmiller (percussion) and Tom Kozic (guitar). Mauch Chunk Opera House, 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe. May 8 at 8:30 p.m. $18. 325-0249.

John Michael Montgomery, the award-winning country singer and master of the power ballad. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. May 16 at 8 p.m. $34, $29. 866-605-7325.

Air Supply, the soft-rock balladeers in concert (“All Out of Love”). Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. May 21 at 8 p.m. $35, $30. 866-605-7325.

Andre Rieu, the violinist and his 55-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra on its “Celebration of Music Tour,” performing waltzes, polkas and other dance pieces. Mohegan Sun Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. June 21 at 7:30 p.m. Presented in conjunction with WVIA-TV. 800-326-9842.

Tango Power, a concert cabaret with tango masters Carlos Gardel and Astor Piazzola with pianist Pablo Ziegler and Philadelphia Orchestra musicians Barbara Govatos (violin) and John Koen (cello). Room 509, Brennan Hall, University of Scranton. June 28 at 6 p.m. $25. 941-4089.

Sammy Kershaw, the soulful country singer in concert. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. July 23 at 8 p.m. $25, $20. 866-605-7325.

Dick Fox’s Golden Boys, with 1960s teen idols Frankie Avalon, Bobby Rydell and Fabian. Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. Oct. 8 at 8 p.m. $54, $49. 325-0371.

Blood, Sweat and Tears, the Grammy-winning, enduring horn band (“You’ve Made Me So Very Happy”). Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe. Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. $29 advance; $34 day of show. 325-0371.