Music events worth seeking out in Washington this week

If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in Washington. From large-scale choral works to chamber music to family-friendly folk-pop, here are the local shows worth checking out this week.

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Gay Men's Chorus of Washington: Let Freedom Sing

First up, get more than half off tickets to see the Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, D.C. celebrate the intersection between the African-American culture and the LGBTQ+ community through a night of song at the Lincoln Theatre. Touching on jazz, gospel, R&B and Broadway, you'll hear songs from Prince, Whitney Houston, Duke Ellington and more.

When: Saturday, March 16, 4 p.m.
Where: The Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U St., NW
Price: $22-$25
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St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Then, lock in discounts for The Kennedy Center's St. Patrick's Day celebration in honor of Artistic Director Christopher Bell's homeland. The Washington Chorus will sing traditional choral arrangements, while folk band the Irish Inn Mates, and fiddle-and-guitar duo Zoe Conway and John McIntyre, will play popular Irish songs.

When: Sunday, March 17, 3 p.m.
Where: The Kennedy Center - Concert Hall, 2700 F St., NW
Price: $31.85-$41.60
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Chiarina Chamber Players

Half price is the discount available to see Capitol Hill regulars the Chiarina Chamber Players. On Sunday, they'll tackle works from Messiaen and Bartók on themes of "transcendence."

When: Sunday, March 17, 7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 301 A St. SE
Price: $10, $5 for those 30 and under
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Crystal Bowersox

Singer-songwriter Crystal Bowersox is at City Winery this week. The 2010 American Idol finalist brings elements of folk-pop, classic rock, soul, blues and country to her intimate performances that touch especially on the challenges of health and heart she's endured in her young life.

When: Thursday, March 14, 6 p.m.
Where: 1350 Okie St. NE
Price: $22
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The Mundial Band: Maná vs. Hombres G

Also at City Winery is this night of Hispano-pop, as Mexican giants Maná share the stage with Spanish pop rock band Hombres G. Though neither has released an album in nearly a decade, long-time fans will surely be happy to hear well-known favorites.

When: Sunday, March 17, 8 p.m.
Where: 1350 Okie St. NE, Washington, DC 20002
Price: $15
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