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Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Sunday, February 12, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Sunday, February 12, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

Russ Reyman, Pianist (10am-2pm brunch)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Lodge Hotel. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. The Lodge Hotel.

Five Bridges Jazz Band (10:30am)

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 563-322-2200. Venue: Brady Street Chop House. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Brady Street Chop House. For more info visit www.radisson.com.

Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro (10:30am & 12:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC seating at 10:30am & 12:30pm; for information and to reserve, call 563-484-5900. Venue: Hotel Blackhawk. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM. Hotel Blackhawk. For more info visit www.hotelblackhawk.com.

Nashville Girl Thang (2pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com.

Quad City Symphony Orchestra: Masterworks IV - Valentine's Day

Concerts with guest conductor Alondra de la Parra, guest guitarist Robert Belinic, and a program featuring Rimsky-Korsakov's "Scheherazade," Rodrigo's "Concierto de Aranjuez," and Ravel's "Bolero"; $11-53; for tickets and information, call 563-322-7276. Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Centennial Hall, Augustana College. For more info visit www.qcsymphony.com.

Bottom Line Duo

Concerts double-bass and cell duo; a concert in the Cedar Rapids Community Concert Association's 2011-2012 season; for information, call 319-540-2301. Venue: Cedar Rapids Prairie High School. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Cedar Rapids Prairie High School. For more info visit www.crcommunityconcerts.org.

University of Iowa Music Therapy Club Concert

Concerts a performance of jazz vocal standards to benefit the Iowa City Hospice; UI School of Music Faculty member Katherlne Eberle and UI voice students will be accompanied by a jazz quartet of pianist Eugene DeLuca, guitarist Matt Logan, drummer Justin LeDuc, and bassist Drew Morton; donations encouraged; for information, call 319-335-1675 or e-mail k-eberle-fink@uiowa.edu or mary-adamek@uiowa.edu. Venue: University Capitol Centre. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. University Capitol Centre. For more info visit news-releases.uiowa.edu.

Lorrie Morgan

Concerts country-music and Grand Ole Opry star in concert; $15-25; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456. Venue: Riverside Casino Event Center. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Riverside Casino Event Center. For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com.

Musicircus

Concerts the University of Iowa Center for New Music (CNM) celebrates the birth centennial of influential composer/provocateur John Cage with a staging of his 1967 Musicircus, with simultaneous performances by more than 400 musicians, dancers, and actors. Venue: Old Capitol Town Center. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Old Capitol Town Center. For more info visit www.uiowa.edu.

Sun and Moon, Sea and Sky

Concerts winter concert with the vocal ensemble the Nova Singers directed by Dr. Laura Lane, with guest students from the Moline High School Concert Choir, directed by Ron May; $12-$16, students free; for information and tickets, call 309-341-7038 or e-mail nova@knox.edu. Venue: St. Paul Lutheran Church - Davenport. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. St. Paul Lutheran Church - Davenport. For more info visit departments.knox.edu.

Funday Sunday with Dave Ellis (6pm)

LIVE MUSIC classic songs & plenty of Buffett; free; for information, call 563-355-0655 or e-mail info@muddys.info. Venue: The Muddy Waters. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Muddy Waters. For more info visit www.themuddywaters.com.

Emma's Revolution CD Release Concert

Concerts featuring the award-winning, activist musicians Pat Humphries & Sandy O; $12-16; for tickets and information, call 319-364-1580. Venue: CSPS/Legion Arts. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. CSPS/Legion Arts. For more info visit www.legionarts.org.

UI Center for New Music Ensemble

Concerts free. Venue: Riverside Recital Hall. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Riverside Recital Hall. For more info visit www.performingarts.uiowa.edu.

ABC Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Rusty Nail. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 PM – Monday, February 13, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Rusty Nail.

Ballyhoo! - Fire Sale - Sapwoods

LIVE MUSIC $10-20. Venue: The Mill. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 PM – Monday, February 13, 2012, 12:00 AM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Monday, February 13, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Monday, February 13, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

Open Mic w/ J. Night

LIVE MUSIC free; for information and to sign up, call 319-338-6713. Venue: The Mill. Monday, February 13, 2012, 8:00 PM – Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 12:00 AM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

Zoe Keating

Concerts "one-woman orchestra" who uses a cello and foot-controlled laptop to record layer upon layer of cello, creating intricate, haunting, and compelling music; $15-18; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653. Venue: Englert Theatre. Monday, February 13, 2012, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Englert Theatre. For more info visit www.englert.org.

One Night Stand Open Mic

LIVE MUSIC also an open-mic night for standup comedy; sign up at iwannarock@iowacityyachtclub.org. Venue: Iowa City Yacht Club. Monday, February 13, 2012, 9:00 PM – Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 12:00 AM. Iowa City Yacht Club. For more info visit www.iowacityyachtclub.org.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Tuesday, February 14, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Tuesday, February 14, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

Nashville Girl Thang (3pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com.

ACOUSTIC

Calls For Entry a club designed for people about ages 17-25 who have special needs and are interested in making, sharing, and learning about music; a collaborative program between Music Therapy Services of West Music and the RME; for information, call 563-388-8205 ext. 2125 or e-mail edeem@westmusic.com. Venue: RME (River Music Experience). Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. RME (River Music Experience). For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Acoustic Music Club (4:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC social music club intended to bring together teens and young adults with special needs in the community; donations encouraged; for information, call 563-388-8205 or e-mail edeem@westmusic.com. Venue: RME Community Stage. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Glenn Hickson (5:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: O'Melia's Supper Club. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. O'Melia's Supper Club.

Jordan Danielsen

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Rhythm City Casino. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Rhythm City Casino.

Old-Timey Blue Valentine's Show: New Broom - Mutiny in the Parlor

LIVE MUSIC $8. Venue: The Mill. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

Quad-Cities KIX Band

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

JT Nero and Allison Russell

Concerts acoustic roots musicians in concert; $14-18; for information and tickets, call 319-364-1580. Venue: CSPS/Legion Arts. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. CSPS/Legion Arts. For more info visit www.legionarts.org.

Peoria Symphony Orchestra Presents "Valentine's Day: The Romantic Gershwins"

Concerts pianist Dr. Richard Kogan and friends present "Rhapsody in Blue," "An American in Paris," and many other song favorites; $25-$60; for information and tickets, call 309-671-1096. Venue: Peoria Civic Center. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Peoria Civic Center. For more info visit www.peoriaciviccenter.com.

Jam Night w/ Jordan Danielsen

LIVE MUSIC no cover. Venue: 11th Street Precinct. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 1:00 AM. 11th Street Precinct.

Open Mic Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Dam View Inn. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Dam View Inn.

Southern Thunder Karaoke & DJ

LIVE MUSIC Venue: McManus Pub. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 1:00 AM. McManus Pub.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Wednesday, February 15, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Wednesday, February 15, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

The Pub Unplugged: Live Acoustic Acts

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Pub. Wednesday, February 15, 2012. The Pub.

Live Lunch w/ Steve Couch (noon)

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Troy Harris, Pianist (10pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Red Crow Grille. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Red Crow Grille.

Chris Koza

LIVE MUSIC Minneapolis indie-rock artist performing pieces from his solo endeavors "The Dark Delirious Morning," "A Friend of a Friend," "Patterns," and "Exit Pesce"; free; for information, call 309-558-0909. Venue: Cool Beanz Coffeehouse. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Cool Beanz Coffeehouse. For more info visit www.chriskoza.com.

Open Mic Night Contest

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, contact Siri Hirth at 563-326-1333 x105 or shirth@rivermusicexperience.org. Venue: RME Community Stage. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Fat Dawgs Productions Karaoke Contest

LIVE MUSIC 1st-place winner $500, 2nd place $250, 3rd Place $50 (free pizza); there will be one qualifier each Wednesday night; singers must have their songs in by 9p each Wednesday to qualify; the winner will be announced at 11:30pm each Wednesday and will move on to the finals held on Wednesday March 28; one song per finalist; songs sung in the preliminaries cannot be used in the finals; song selection for the finals is decided on a first-come/first-served basis; no duplicates; for information, call 309-948-9058. Venue: Parker's. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 1:30 AM. Parker's. For more info visit www.fatdawgsproductions.com.

In Tall Buildings - Cains and Ables - White Zephyr

LIVE MUSIC indie rockers in a $5 all-ages concert; for information, e-mail info@rozztox.com. Venue: Rozz-Tox. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 12:00 AM. Rozz-Tox. For more info visit www.rozztox.com.

Talkdemonic - Skye Carrasco

Concerts independent musicians in an Intimate at the Englert presentation, with opener Skye Carrasco; $8; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653. Venue: Englert Theatre. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Englert Theatre. For more info visit www.englert.org.

A Party to Go Karaoke Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Stacks Bar. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:30 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 1:30 AM. Stacks Bar.

DJ Jeff & Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:30 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 12:30 AM. Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge.

Karaoke Night

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 309-793-4060. Venue: RIBCO. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 1:00 AM. RIBCO. For more info visit www.ribco.com.

Keller Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Martini's on the Rock. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 1:00 AM. Martini's on the Rock.

River City 6 - ABC Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Rusty Nail. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Rusty Nail.

Rocktastic 4

LIVE MUSIC open rock jam. Venue: Rascals Live. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 1:00 AM. Rascals Live.

Jam Session

LIVE MUSIC $2 cocktails. Venue: Iowa City Yacht Club. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 1:00 AM. Iowa City Yacht Club. For more info visit www.iowacityyachtclub.org.

Open Mic Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Boozie's Bar & Grill. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 1:00 AM. Boozie's Bar & Grill.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Thursday, February 16, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Thursday, February 16, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

Live Lunch w/ Darrin Bennett (noon)

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Mark Wood's "Fire n' Ice" Electric Violin Clinic

Calls For Entry Wood will demonstrate his line of electric orchestral instruments and discuss the advantages and versatility of electric strings; free; for information, call 309-764-9300. Venue: West Music Quad Cities. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. West Music Quad Cities. For more info visit www.westmusic.com.

Open Mic Night

LIVE MUSIC a weekly showcase of 10-minute sets by singer/songwriters, with poets, storytellers, comedians, and other performers welcome; for information, call 319-339-0401. Venue: Uptown Bill's Coffee House. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Uptown Bill's Coffee House.

University of Iowa Jazz w/ the Padley/Smith Quintet (7pm) - Stacy Earle & Mark Stuart - Tim Krien (8pm)

LIVE MUSIC $3-5 / $10. Venue: The Mill. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

Rave On - A Night of Rock 'n' Roll

Concerts period hits performed by the Circa '21 Bootleggers and cast members from the theatre's production of "Grease"; $12-15; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. For more info visit www.circa21.com.

Fat Dawgs Productions Karaoke & DJ

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 309-948-9058. Venue: Parker's. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 8:00 PM – Friday, February 17, 2012, 1:30 AM. Parker's. For more info visit www.fatdawgsproductions.com.

Gaelic Storm

Concerts standards and originals with the acclaimed Celtic musicians; $25-35; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653. Venue: Englert Theatre. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Englert Theatre. For more info visit www.englert.org.

Jordan Danielsen

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Barrel House 211. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 8:30 PM – Friday, February 17, 2012, 12:00 AM. Barrel House 211.

ABC Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Rusty Nail. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 9:00 PM – Friday, February 17, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Rusty Nail.

Good Gravy

LIVE MUSIC $6. Venue: Iowa City Yacht Club. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 9:00 PM – Friday, February 17, 2012, 12:00 AM. Iowa City Yacht Club. For more info visit www.iowacityyachtclub.org.

Jam Sessions with John O'Meara and Friends

LIVE MUSIC free; for information, call 563-355-0655 or e-mail info@muddys.info. Venue: The Muddy Waters. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 9:00 PM – Friday, February 17, 2012, 12:00 AM. The Muddy Waters. For more info visit www.themuddywaters.com.

Jason Carl

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Creekside Bar and Grill. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 9:00 PM – Friday, February 17, 2012, 12:00 AM. Creekside Bar and Grill.

Karaoke by Pieler Productions

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Pub. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 9:00 PM – Friday, February 17, 2012, 12:00 AM. The Pub.

The Avey Brothers

LIVE MUSIC open blues jam. Venue: Rascals Live. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 9:00 PM – Friday, February 17, 2012, 1:00 AM. Rascals Live.

Soap

LIVE MUSIC rock, jam; $4; for information, call 309-793-4060. Venue: RIBCO. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 10:00 PM – Friday, February 17, 2012, 2:00 AM. RIBCO. For more info visit www.ribco.com.

Thumping Thursday w/ DJ Hypnotic and Patrick Rifley

LIVE MUSIC Venue: McManus Pub. Thursday, February 16, 2012, 10:00 PM – Friday, February 17, 2012, 2:00 AM. McManus Pub.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Friday, February 17, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Friday, February 17, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

Live Lunch w/ Mo (noon)

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Friday, February 17, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

The Whoozdads (noon)

Concerts a brown-bag lunch concert; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Friday, February 17, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Jazz After Five w/ the Ryan Smith Dan Padley Group (5pm) - Anna Vogelzang - Douglas Kramer Nye - Rachael Marie (9pm)

LIVE MUSIC free / $6. Venue: The Mill. Friday, February 17, 2012, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

Russ Reyman Trio (5pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Phoenix. Friday, February 17, 2012, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Phoenix.

Night People (5:30pm) - Jason Carl & the Whole Damn Band (9pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Rusty Nail. Friday, February 17, 2012, 5:30 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 12:30 AM. Ducky's Lagoon.

Great River Show Choir Invitational (5:30pm)

Concerts high-school and middle-school show choirs compete for the Grand Champion prizes; $4-5, $16/all-weekend pass; for information, call 563-322-3660. Venue: Adler Theatre. Friday, February 17, 2012, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Adler Theatre. For more info visit www.greatrivershowchoir.com.

Charles Hayes Trio (6pm)

LIVE MUSIC country, blues, classic rock, jazz. Venue: Skinny Legs BBQ. Friday, February 17, 2012, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Skinny Legs BBQ.

Jordan Danielsen

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Rhythm City Casino. Friday, February 17, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Rhythm City Casino.

Bucktown Revue

Concerts an old-fashioned radio show on stage, with hosts the Barley House Band and emcee Scott Tunnicliff; $10; for information, e-mail mgromkey@gmail.com. Venue: Nighswander Theatre. Friday, February 17, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Nighswander Theatre. For more info visit www.bucktownrevue.com.

David Ramirez & Harris Collection

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Friday, February 17, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

As You Were - Captains! Vessels! - TBOPRRIOF

LIVE MUSIC free all-ages concert; for information, e-mail info@rozztox.com. Venue: Rozz-Tox. Friday, February 17, 2012, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Rozz-Tox. For more info visit www.rozztox.com.

Rude Punch

LIVE MUSIC reggae. Venue: RIBCO. Friday, February 17, 2012, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. RIBCO. For more info visit www.ribco.com.

The Music of Dr. Joe Seng

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Joe's Club. Friday, February 17, 2012, 8:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 12:00 AM. Joe's Club.

DJ Bo-J

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge. Friday, February 17, 2012, 8:30 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 12:30 AM. Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge.

Richie Lee

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. Friday, February 17, 2012, 8:30 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 12:00 AM. Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com.

Battle of the Bands Wild Card Round

LIVE MUSIC 2nd place finishers of the previous rounds battle for a spot in the final round; $3; for information, call 309-793-4060. Venue: RIBCO. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. RIBCO. For more info visit www.ribco.com.

Cornmeal

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Blue Moose Tap. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Blue Moose Tap.

Corporate Rock

LIVE MUSIC Venue: 11th Street Precinct. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. 11th Street Precinct.

Fat Dawgs Productions Karaoke & DJ

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 309-948-9058. Venue: Parker's. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 2:30 AM. Parker's. For more info visit www.fatdawgsproductions.com.

Karaoke Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Roadrunner's Roadhouse. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. Roadrunner's Roadhouse.

Karaoke Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Chuck's Tap. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. Chuck's Tap.

Modern Mythology - EmJay

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Martini's on the Rock. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. Martini's on the Rock.

North of 40

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Dew Drop Inn. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. Dew Drop Inn.

Serious Business w/ Ron LaPuma & the Penas

LIVE MUSIC electric blues and classic 80s rock with Ron LaPuma, John Pena, Lyle Pena, and Perry Hultgren; free; for information, call 563-355-0655 or e-mail info@muddys.info. Venue: The Muddy Waters. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 12:00 AM. The Muddy Waters. For more info visit www.themuddywaters.com.

Summercamp Battle of the Bands

LIVE MUSIC $5. Venue: Iowa City Yacht Club. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 12:00 AM. Iowa City Yacht Club. For more info visit www.iowacityyachtclub.org.

The Dirt Road Rockers

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Rascals Live. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. Rascals Live.

The Toasters

Concerts ska, reggae, and pop musicians in concert; $12; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: The Redstone Room. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 12:00 AM. The Redstone Room. For more info visit www.redstoneroom.com.

Dueling Pianos at The Establishment

LIVE MUSIC live music performance featuring two performers mixing humor, energy, and beloved songs; $5; ages 21+; for information, call 309-786-1111. Venue: The Establishment Theatre. Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:30 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Establishment Theatre. For more info visit www.establishmenttheatre.com.

Kooby's Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Wide Open Bar & Grill. Friday, February 17, 2012, 10:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. Wide Open Bar & Grill.

The Tanks - Jabberjosh - Los Voltage

LIVE MUSIC $3. Venue: Gabe's. Friday, February 17, 2012, 10:00 PM – Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 AM. Gabe's. For more info visit www.icgabes.com.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Saturday, February 18, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Saturday, February 18, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

Great River Show Choir Invitational (8am)

Concerts high-school and middle-school show choirs compete for the Grand Champion prizes; $4-8, $16/all-weekend pass; for information, call 563-322-3660. Venue: Adler Theatre. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Adler Theatre. For more info visit www.greatrivershowchoir.com.

Zither Ensemble (10am)

LIVE MUSIC free with museum admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit www.gahc.org.

Live Lunch w/ Christopher Bell (noon)

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Camden Kaufmann Fundraiser w/ Scott Millage & the Devil's Candy (2pm)

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 563-386-1900. Venue: The Rusty Nail. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Rusty Nail. For more info visit www.newrustynail.com.

Rob Dahms & Detroit Larry Davidson (6pm)

LIVE MUSIC blues. Venue: Skinny Legs BBQ. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Skinny Legs BBQ.

Christopher Bell

LIVE MUSIC looping cellist in concert; free; for information, call 309-558-0909. Venue: Cool Beanz Coffeehouse. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Cool Beanz Coffeehouse. For more info visit www.coolbeanzcoffeehouse.com.

Russ Reyman, Pianist (7pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Phoenix. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Phoenix.

UI Symphony Band/Iowa Honor Band

Concerts with honor band guest conductor Myron Welch; free. Venue: Iowa Memorial Union Main Lounge - University of Iowa. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Iowa Memorial Union Main Lounge - University of Iowa. For more info visit news-releases.uiowa.edu.

Mutts

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

DRUM! Electrifying Music, Rhythms, & Dance

Concerts a fusion of music, dance, poetry, video, rhythm and songs, featuring 20 musicians, dancers, drummers, and singers from Nova Scotia; for tickets and information, call 641-472-2787. Venue: Stephen Sondheim Center for the Performing Arts. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Stephen Sondheim Center for the Performing Arts. For more info visit www.fairfieldacc.com.

Great River Show Choir Invitational Finals (7:30pm)

Concerts featuring the winning high-school and middle-school show choirs; $4-14, $16/all-weekend pass; for information, call 563-322-3660. Venue: Adler Theatre. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Adler Theatre. For more info visit www.greatrivershowchoir.com.

Keep Off the Grass

LIVE MUSIC free. Venue: Blueport Junction. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 12:00 AM. Blueport Junction.

Beyond the Ingenue: Julie Andrews, Shirley Jones, Barbara Cook, and Me

Concerts a tribute to the legendary performers with soprano Niffer Clarke and pianist/music director Richard Carsey, directed by Bill Theisen; free; for information, e-mail winston-barclay@uiowa.edu. Venue: University Capitol Centre. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. University Capitol Centre. For more info visit news-releases.uiowa.edu.

Peoria Symphony Orchestra Presents Classics IV

Concerts featuring a special performance of the music of Brahms and Mahler; $32-$70; for information and tickets, call 309-671-1096. Venue: Peoria Civic Center. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Peoria Civic Center. For more info visit www.peoriaciviccenter.com.

The Tailfins

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:30 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 12:00 AM. Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com.

Anna Vogelzang - Busted Chandeliers

LIVE MUSIC $5 all-ages concert; for information, e-mail info@rozztox.com. Venue: Rozz-Tox. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 12:00 AM. Rozz-Tox. For more info visit www.rozztox.com.

Caught in the Act

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Generations Bar & Grill. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Generations Bar & Grill.

Dead Larry - Evergreen Grass Band - The Premiums

LIVE MUSIC $7. Venue: Iowa City Yacht Club. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 12:00 AM. Iowa City Yacht Club. For more info visit www.iowacityyachtclub.org.

DJ Scott & Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge.

Fat Dawgs Productions Karaoke & DJ

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 309-948-9058. Venue: Parker's. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 2:30 AM. Parker's. For more info visit www.fatdawgsproductions.com.

Funktastic Five

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Martini's on the Rock. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Martini's on the Rock.

Grand Larsony

LIVE MUSIC no cover. Venue: Crabby's Bar & Grill. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Crabby's Bar & Grill. For more info visit www.grandlarsonyband.com.

Jason Carl

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Barrel House 211. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Barrel House 211.

Justin Morrissey

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Bleyarts Tap. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Bleyarts Tap.

Karaoke Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Chuck's Tap. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Chuck's Tap.

Karaoke Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Roadrunner's Roadhouse. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Roadrunner's Roadhouse.

Kooby's Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Headquarters Bar & Grill. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Headquarters Bar & Grill.

Ochos Locos Rock Show

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Rascals Live. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Rascals Live.

Schitzengigles

LIVE MUSIC Southern rock & blues; free; for information, call 563-355-0655 or e-mail info@muddys.info. Venue: The Muddy Waters. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 12:00 AM. The Muddy Waters. For more info visit www.themuddywaters.com.

Secret Squirrel

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Pub. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Pub.

Tapped Out

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Office. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Office.

The Blackstones

LIVE MUSIC no cover. Venue: Mound Street Landing. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 12:00 AM. Mound Street Landing.

The Sundogs

LIVE MUSIC $7. Venue: The Mill. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

Anthony Gomes

Concerts chart-topping Canadian blues artist in concert; $10-15; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: The Redstone Room. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 12:00 AM. The Redstone Room. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

DrFameus

LIVE MUSIC electronica; $8; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME (River Music Experience). Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:30 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 12:30 AM. RME (River Music Experience). For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Dueling Pianos at The Establishment

LIVE MUSIC live music performance featuring two performers mixing humor, energy, and beloved songs; $5; ages 21+; for information, call 309-786-1111. Venue: The Establishment Theatre. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:30 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Establishment Theatre. For more info visit www.establishmenttheatre.com.

The Lustalots

LIVE MUSIC pop rock covers featuring members of Cheese Pizza and Third Rail; $7; for information, call 309-793-4060. Venue: RIBCO. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:30 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:30 AM. RIBCO. For more info visit www.ribco.com.

Archie Powell & the Exports

LIVE MUSIC $5. Venue: Gabe's. Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:00 PM – Sunday, February 19, 2012, 1:00 AM. Gabe's. For more info visit www.icgabes.com.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Sunday, February 19, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Sunday, February 19, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

Russ Reyman, Pianist (10am-2pm brunch)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Lodge Hotel. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. The Lodge Hotel.

Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro (10:30am & 12:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC seating at 10:30am & 12:30pm; for information and to reserve, call 563-484-5900. Venue: Hotel Blackhawk. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM. Hotel Blackhawk. For more info visit www.hotelblackhawk.com.

Terry Hanson Ensemble (10:30am)

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 563-322-2200. Venue: Brady Street Chop House. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Brady Street Chop House. For more info visit www.radisson.com.

Richie Lee (2pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com.

Marvin Bell Concert

Concerts featuring the poetry of Bell set to music by CNM Director David Gompper; performers include include UI faculty members Katherine Eberle, Timothy Stalter, John Muriello, Stephen Swanson, Volkan Orhon, Daniel Moore, Christine Rutledge; guest artist Tony Arnold from SUNY-Buffalo; the CNM Ensemble; and the Kantorei; free. Venue: Senate Chamber of the Old Capitol. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Senate Chamber of the Old Capitol. For more info visit news-releases.uiowa.edu.

Third Sunday Jazz Series featuring Maggie Brown (6pm)

LIVE MUSIC acclaimed jazz singer presents a 3pm workshop ($5/adults, free for kids) and a 6pm concert ($10-15); for tickets and information, call 309-373-0790 or visit http://Polyrhythms.ning.com. Venue: RME Community Stage. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Funday Sunday w/ Blackout Unplugged (6pm)

LIVE MUSIC 90's-10's Acoustic Modern Rock/Soft Rock Covers; free; for information, call 563-355-0655 or e-mail info@muddys.info. Venue: The Muddy Waters. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Muddy Waters. For more info visit www.themuddywaters.com.

Was The Word

Concerts traveling spoken word, storytelling and music event in the Intimate at the Englert series; the proceeds from each show benefit a non-profit organization $5; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653. Venue: Englert Theatre. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Englert Theatre. For more info visit www.englert.org.

Ragbirds - Red Rock Hill

LIVE MUSIC $10. Venue: The Mill. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

ABC Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Rusty Nail. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 9:00 PM – Monday, February 20, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Rusty Nail.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Monday, February 20, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Monday, February 20, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

Maggie Brown: Black History Month Programs (11am & 1pm)

LIVE MUSIC 11am & 1pm education-and-entertainment presentations with the jazz artist and Black History Month Artist-in-Residence; free; for information, call 309-373-0790 or e-mail nlaw10000@aol.com. Venue: RME (River Music Experience). Monday, February 20, 2012, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. RME (River Music Experience). For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

She Loves Uke, Yeah Yeah Yeah

Calls For Entry 4-week class on Mondays, with instructor Erin Mahr; learn 16 Beatles tunes (or more) on the ukulele; $30 if you own the Daily Ukulele book or $60 if you need the book; for information, call 309-764-9300 ext. 2103. Venue: West Music Quad Cities. Monday, February 20, 2012, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. West Music Quad Cities. For more info visit www.westmusic.com.

Gray Wolf Band

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Jumer's Casino & Hotel. Monday, February 20, 2012, 8:00 PM – Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 12:00 AM. Jumer's Casino & Hotel.

Open Mic w/ J. Night

LIVE MUSIC free; for information and to sign up, call 319-338-6713. Venue: The Mill. Monday, February 20, 2012, 8:00 PM – Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 12:00 AM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

One Night Stand Open Mic

LIVE MUSIC also an open-mic night for standup comedy; sign up at iwannarock@iowacityyachtclub.org. Venue: Iowa City Yacht Club. Monday, February 20, 2012, 9:00 PM – Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 12:00 AM. Iowa City Yacht Club. For more info visit www.iowacityyachtclub.org.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Tuesday, February 21, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Tuesday, February 21, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

James "Super Chikan" Johnson (10:30am)

LIVE MUSIC concert with the blues artists and guest in the Mississippi Valley Blues Society's "Blues in the Schools" program; in Building 4's The Hawk's Nest; free. Venue: Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus. Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus. For more info visit www.mvbs.org.

ACOUSTIC

Calls For Entry a club designed for people about ages 17-25 who have special needs and are interested in making, sharing, and learning about music; a collaborative program between Music Therapy Services of West Music and the RME; for information, call 563-388-8205 ext. 2125 or e-mail edeem@westmusic.com. Venue: RME (River Music Experience). Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. RME (River Music Experience). For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Acoustic Music Club (4:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC social music club intended to bring together teens and young adults with special needs in the community; donations encouraged; for information, call 563-388-8205 or e-mail edeem@westmusic.com. Venue: RME Community Stage. Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Glenn Hickson (5:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: O'Melia's Supper Club. Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. O'Melia's Supper Club.

Jazz Service w/ Secret Squirrel

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Faith Lutheran Church - Moline. Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Faith Lutheran Church - Moline.

Quad-Cities KIX Band

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Gray Wolf Band

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Jumer's Casino & Hotel. Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 8:00 PM – Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 12:00 AM. Jumer's Casino & Hotel.

Jam Night w/ Jordan Danielsen

LIVE MUSIC no cover. Venue: 11th Street Precinct. Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 1:00 AM. 11th Street Precinct.

Open Mic Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Dam View Inn. Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Dam View Inn.

Pretty Good Dance Moves - Reldnips & Mr. Ting

LIVE MUSIC $8. Venue: The Mill. Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 12:00 AM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

Southern Thunder Karaoke & DJ

LIVE MUSIC Venue: McManus Pub. Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 1:00 AM. McManus Pub.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Wednesday, February 22, 2012.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Wednesday, February 22, 2012. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

The Pub Unplugged: Live Acoustic Acts

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Pub. Wednesday, February 22, 2012. The Pub.

Live Lunch w/ Esme (noon)

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Drum Circle (6pm)

LIVE MUSIC all ages and skill levels are welcome; you are encouraged to bring food to share; free; for information, call Sonia at 309-788-0801. Venue: Teranga House of Africa. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Teranga House of Africa. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Troy Harris, Pianist (10pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Red Crow Grille. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Red Crow Grille.

Burlington Street Bluegrass Band

LIVE MUSIC $5. Venue: The Mill. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

James "Super Chikan" Johnson

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Open Mic Night Contest

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, contact Siri Hirth at 563-326-1333 x105 or shirth@rivermusicexperience.org. Venue: RME Community Stage. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

4onthefloor

LIVE MUSIC blues musicians in an all-ages concert; for information, e-mail info@rozztox.com. Venue: Rozz-Tox. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Rozz-Tox. For more info visit www.rozztox.com.

Fat Dawgs Productions Karaoke Contest

LIVE MUSIC 1st-place winner $500, 2nd place $250, 3rd Place $50 (free pizza); there will be one qualifier each Wednesday night; singers must have their songs in by 9p each Wednesday to qualify; the winner will be announced at 11:30pm each Wednesday and will move on to the finals held on Wednesday March 28; one song per finalist; songs sung in the preliminaries cannot be used in the finals; song selection for the finals is decided on a first-come/first-served basis; no duplicates; for information, call 309-948-9058. Venue: Parker's. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 8:00 PM – Thursday, February 23, 2012, 1:30 AM. Parker's. For more info visit www.fatdawgsproductions.com.

A Party to Go Karaoke Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Stacks Bar. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 8:30 PM – Thursday, February 23, 2012, 1:30 AM. Stacks Bar.

DJ Jeff & Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 8:30 PM – Thursday, February 23, 2012, 12:30 AM. Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge.

Hitman - ABC Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 563-386-1900. Venue: The Rusty Nail. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 23, 2012, 1:00 AM. The Rusty Nail. For more info visit www.newrustynail.com.

Karaoke Night

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 309-793-4060. Venue: RIBCO. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 23, 2012, 1:00 AM. RIBCO. For more info visit www.ribco.com.

Keller Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Martini's on the Rock. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 23, 2012, 1:00 AM. Martini's on the Rock.

Rocktastic 4

LIVE MUSIC open rock jam. Venue: Rascals Live. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 23, 2012, 1:00 AM. Rascals Live.

Roster McCabe

LIVE MUSIC $5-6; 19 & older. Venue: Gabe's. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 23, 2012, 12:00 AM. Gabe's. For more info visit www.icgabes.com.

Jam Session

LIVE MUSIC $2 cocktails. Venue: Iowa City Yacht Club. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 10:00 PM – Thursday, February 23, 2012, 1:00 AM. Iowa City Yacht Club. For more info visit www.iowacityyachtclub.org.

Open Mic Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Boozie's Bar & Grill. Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 10:00 PM – Thursday, February 23, 2012, 1:00 AM. Boozie's Bar & Grill.