Music
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CARNEGIE WELCOMES The New York String Orchestra performs three pieces: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8, Brahms’s Piano Concerto No. 1, and “Made in America,” by contemporary composer Joan Tower, which reinterprets the song “America the Beautiful.” Pianist Leon Fleisher is featured, and the orchestra is conducted by Jaime Laredo. Tonight, 8 p.m., Carnegie Hall, Weill Recital Hall, 54 W. 57th St. at Seventh Avenue, 212-247-7800, $18-$48.
ACOUSTIC MELLOW Singer-songwriter Stephen Kellogg performs rock-folk songs with his band, the Sixers, featuring bassist Keith ‘Kit’ Karlson and drummer Brian ‘Boots’ Factor. Tonight, 9:30 p.m., Joe’s Pub, 425 Lafayette St., between 4th Street and Astor Place, 212-967-7555, $20.
OFF THE BEATEN PATH Avant-garde jazz guitarist Dave Weiner began performing at the age of 22 with Steve Vai’s band, playing over 350 concerts with the band. He performs with guitarist Rob Balducci, Vernon Reid, and the band Masque. Tomorrow, 8 p.m., Tonic, 107 Norfolk St., between Rivington and Delancey streets, 212-358-7501, $15.