CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Whether you’re looking to take in cinematic short films, indie-folk brilliance, or a string-backed Coldplay tribute, there’s plenty to explore across the region. Each week, Anand Harsh of 106.1 The Corner will direct your attention to the music and arts events happening in Charlottesville and surrounding areas that you absolutely can’t miss. These are, at the very minimum, shows you should hit if you’re in the neighborhood—all the way up to cancel-your-plans, call the sitter, and buy your tickets right now.

Anand’s Picks to Click

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  • March 19: Pat Metheny @ The Paramount Theater
    The word “legend” is thrown around a lot but Pat Metheny truly is a titan of jazz. Played with Miles Davis, Joni Mitchell, Herbie Hancock, and more than you can imagine. This is a show you cannot miss.

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  • March 21: Filter @ The Foundry (Waynesboro)
    They used to be NIN’s backing band, and struck out on their own with the huge hit “Take a Picture” now Filter is coming to Waynesboro this week. This is some 90’s nostalgia for everyone.

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  • March 22: Diana Krall @ The Paramount Theater
    Another jazz legend coming to Charlottesville this week is pianist and singer Diana Krall. She has been one of the most celebrated pianists and singers in the world for decades and her smoky voice is unmistakable.