Music

Contemporary classical music from this renowned string quartet playing at Teatre Martin i Soler in Valencia's Les Arts. Free entry but requires a reservation.  See website for details and tickets.

New York blues/rock trio Handsome Jack brings their uplifting energy to Valencia's Loco Club.  Blues Rock Review described the band as "powered by skillful performances and infectious energy, delivering a dose of classic rock nostalgia with just enough contemporary flair." Paired with the local Americana band, Duck Tape & Prayers. See website for details and...

Pianist Eduard Marquina previews his upcoming album Influències/MusiArt at Valencia's Jimmy Glass Jazz Club. See website for details and tickets.

Critically acclaimed pianist Juan Pérez Floristán performs the works of Valencian composer Josep Planells at the Teatre Martín i Soler in Les Arts. Free entry but reservations required. See website for details and tickets.

Open-air music festival in Parc Central, featuring Valencia's up-and-coming house and techno DJs. See website for details and tickets.

Sound artist Alfredo Costa Monteiro uses paper to create unique sculptures that are both visual art and sonic experiences at Valencia's CCCC. Free entry until capacity is reached. See website for details and tickets.

A tribute to the contemporary music of George Maciunas, musicians will gather at Valencia's Plaza de Viriato in a free public performance. See website for details.

An exploration of contemporary soundscapes created by teams at the Polytechnic University of Valencia and Valencia's Conservatory of Music in a public performance at Plaza de Viriato. See website for details.

Berklee School of Music showcases the work of its students and faculty in this series of free open-air concerts by its Les Arts campus. A diverse range of styles, including jazz, jazz fusion, R&B, soul, pop, and Latin music.

Les Arts opens its opera season with Faust at the Reina Sofia Opera House. From 3 - 15 October, with a special show on 30 September for discounted youth tickets. See website for details

The Valencia Orchestra will perform a free concert at Les Arts as part of the Valencia Day celebrations. Tickets will go on sale on October 8 at 10 am at the Palau de la Música (not at Les Arts, where the concert is). See website for details.

Canadian saxophonist Kirk MacDonald brings his quartet to Valencia's Jimmy Glass jazz bar. See the website for more details.