AP 7.24.13


Twenty-eight young pianists from around the world will spend the two weeks trying to give the performance of their lives, hoping to succeed Alexander Schimpf (pictured), winner of the 2011 biennial Cleveland International Piano Competition. Piano fans can hear Schimpf play and meet this year's contestants at the opening ceremony. Thu 7/25-Sun 8/11.

* Burning River Fest at Whiskey Island sustains music scene and the environment. Fri 7/26-Sat 7/27.
* Freedom Jazz Collective attempts mob improvisation at MOCA. Fri 7/26.
* Locals acts benefit Easter Seals at Sheffield's Rock City Fest. Fri 7/26-Sat 7/27.
* Cleveland Orchestra makes a French connection at Blossom. Sat 7/27.
* Klezmer guys Yiddishe Cup host their annual ice cream social. Thu 7/25.
* Cleveland rock and roll aggressors Murderedman release new LP at Now That's Class. Wed 7/24.

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