Classical

Shanghai Percussion Ensemble Concert
Founded in 1998, the Shanghai Percussion Ensemble consists of students and former students of Shanghai Conservatory of Music. The Ensemble has taken part in many important national and international performing events, such as China Art Festival in Hong Kong, Asia Contemporary Music Festival in Japan and many more. Jul 2, 7.30pm. 40-120rmb. He Luting Concert Hall, He Luting Concert Hall, 20 Fenyang Lu, near Huaihai Zhong Lu, ticket hotline 6374 4968.

Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestra plays ‘Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy’, one of the eight model plays during the Cultural Revolution, and ‘The Yellow River Cantata’. Jul 3, 7.30pm. 80-580rmb. Shanghai Oriental Art Center, 425 Dingxiang Lu, near Yingchun Lu, ticket hotline 6217 2426.

The Irish Spectacular!
The Dublin Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates their musical heritage and brings local audience some great classical and contemporary symphonic music. Jul 6, 7.15pm. 120-380rmb. Shanghai Grand Theater, 300 Renmin Dadao, near Huangpi Bei Lu, ticket hotline 6217 2426.

Lille National Orchestra 2010 China Tour
Founded in 1976, the Lille National Orchestra has established itself as one of the leading orchestras in France. It’s regarded as an ‘outstanding ambassador for its region and for French culture’. Jul 7, 7.30pm. 80-680rmb. Shanghai Oriental Art Center, 425 Dingxiang Lu, near Yingchun Lu, ticket hotline 6217 2426.

Jazz

Day & Night
Two Shanghai-based female jazz vocalists join forces at this special concert. Heidi Krenn is known for her excellence in European and American style jazz, while Arlene Estrella will reinterpret the classics by Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Ella Fitzgerald and more. Jul 4, 3pm. 60-300rmb. Shanghai Oriental Art Center, 425 Dingxiang Lu, near Yingchun Lu, 24-hour ticket hotline 962388.

Gigs & Concerts

Summerhill
Danish pop band Summerhill stops in Yuyintang for one night after their gig at the Expo. Jul 2, 9pm. 50rmb. Yuyintang, 1731 Yanan Xi Lu, near Kaixuan Lu, 5237 8662.

Boojii & Duck Fight Goose
Experimental rock bands Boojii and indie rock band Duck Fight Goose tour China. Jul 2, 9pm. 40rmb/30rmb for students. MAO Livehouse, Building 32, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu, near Hongqiao Lu, 6227 7332.

Cheer Chen Shanghai Concert
Her fans fondly call Cheer Chen ‘Chen Laoshi’, because she always says ‘class dismissed’ at the end of her performance. Surely this Taiwanese singer/songwriter has a very unique way to connect with her audiences, and her breezy folk songs are played by youngsters on their MP3 players all over China. Jul 3, 7.30pm. 180-1,080rmb. Shanghai Grand Stage, 1111 Caoxi Bei Lu, near Zhaojiabang Lu, ticket hotline 800 820 7910.

Jets Overhead
Jets Overhead are back. This five-piece rock band from Canada wowed the audience at the Zhenjiang Midi Festival. They also won the ‘Best New Band’ award in Canada’s Juno Music Awards. Jul 3, 9pm. 40rmb. Yuyintang, 1731 Yanan Xi Lu, near Kaixuan Lu, 5237 8662.

The Redbucks China Tour
Bluegrass bands are hard to find in China, so don’t miss The Redbucks from Beijing. The instruments they play include banjo, mandolin, violin and more. Jul 3, 9.30pm. 60rmb presale, 80rmb at the door. MAO Livehouse, Building 32, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu, near Hongqiao Lu, 6227 7332.

Eheart & His Friends Unplugged
Shanghainese indie pop artist Eheart hosts an unplugged show with his friends. Jul 4, 8pm. 40rmb. 696 Live, Room 115, Building A, 188 Creative Garden, 188 Dongjiangwan Lu, near Tongxin Lu, 138 1871 9971.