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Music and Concerts

There is good reason Seattle is called a City of Music.

While Seattle is well known as the birthplace of grunge, we’re also home to more traditional musical delights, such as one of the world’s most recorded symphony orchestras and our renowned Seattle Opera, both of which enchant audiences year after year with their compelling performances. This “City of Music” offers more than eighty clubs and venues presenting live music on a regular basis, allowing you to choose anything from a sizzling jazz trio to your new favorite rock band. Whatever your taste, Seattle will set the stage for you.

Find many of our top music venues here.

Seattle’s music venues offer something for everyone.

Our city’s music scene is second to none, and every night of the week you’re certain to find something interesting. No matter your interest—rock, hip hop, jazz, grunge, symphonic, and more—there’s something for you! Learn More >>

Shania Shepherd Cloudbreak Performance

Photo: Mike R. Mitchell

Upcoming Music Events

Asian Voices

6/7/2025

Seattle Choral Company’s season finale celebrates the rich tapestry of choral music being crafted by contemporary Asian composers.

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An Evening with Clive Carroll

6/7/2025

Acoustic guitar player Clive Carroll takes the stage at The Royal Room.

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Wayne Hancock IV

6/7/2025

Wayne Hancock takes the stage with IV and the Strange Band and Redneck Girlfriend at Slim’s Last Chance.

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Earth To Kenzie

6/7/2025

This one-act opera explores themes of empathy and finding strength despite adversity. The fully staged and costumed opera …

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2025 Creation Lab Performances

6/13/2025 through 6/15/2025

These performances will feature four new 20-minute works by composer and librettist teams as the culmination of their …

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