Live and Moonrise Festival for fans of pop and electronic music , and the Baltimore Jazz Festival and Charm City Bluegrass Festival for those who prefer a bluesier , more organic sound . Catch some of the best up-andcoming talent at John Tyler ’ s Love Groove music festival , which provides educational resources and performance opportunities for burgeoning artists . In the summer , Canton Waterfront Park is another great place to discover local musicians , thanks to WTMD ’ s First Thursday Festival series .
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Indie Venues and the Underground Scene
Baltimore is alive with the sound of live music , and every neighborhood has its own one-of-a-kind indie venues that offer you a chance to experience the local punk , pop , acoustic and electronic music scenes .
Head to the city ’ s oldest neighborhood , Fell ’ s Point , where The Cat ’ s Eye Pub has been serving up live music for over 40 years . The intimate atmosphere and packed schedule of local and touring acts make it the perfect place to experience the lively energy of
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Baltimore ’ s music scene with performances every single day .
You can enjoy a world-class orchestral experience here , too , courtesy of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra . Housed at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Mount Vernon , the BSO performs over 100 concerts annually , including a “ fusion ” series that blends classical favorites with top hits from popular artists like Beyoncé and Drake . The BSO ’ s new music director , Jonathon Heyward , made his debut this year as the youngest and only person of color to lead the BSO .
North Baltimore ’ s neighborhoods are artsy hotbeds for galleries , maker studios and eclectic music venues . Unsurprisingly , the Station North Arts & Entertainment District is home to several prominent locales . The Crown is a multi-level venue with a rooftop bar and an exciting schedule of events , from live music to dance parties to art exhibits . The Crown is known for its support
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Jonathon Heyward is the first person of color to lead the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra .
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