ROSWELL
Howard Alden at Unitarian Universalist Metro Atlanta North
The Six String Social Club’s concert series keeps on strumming with a performance by this acclaimed jazz ax man. While fans may know Alden best for his countless recordings, he’s been immortalized on celluloid, too. His virtuosity can be heard on the soundtrack to the 1999 Woody Allen flick “Sweet and Lowdown.” Alden played the guitar solos in the movie, and coached star Sean Penn along the way. The Newport Beach, Calif., native appropriately served as the guitarist and musical director for a 2004 tour commemorating the Newport Jazz Festival’s 50th anniversary. Although his playing runs the gamut, don’t be surprised to hear Alden tip his hat to the style of Django Reinhardt, as heard on his disc “I Remember Django.”
8 p.m. July 20. $30-35. Unitarian Universalist Metro Atlanta North, 11420 Crabapple Road, Roswell, 770-365-7738, www.sixstringsocialclub.com.
PEACHTREE CITY
“Where the Action Is” tour at the Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater
Take a step back to the chart-topping heyday of 1960s pop. They may be available for a senior citizen discount, but it’s not stopping these icons from rocking the golden oldies. Paul Revere & the Raiders, Mary Wilson of the Supremes, the Association and Mitch Ryder share the stage for this virtual flashback. Whether it’s because of Ryder’s “Devil with a Blue Dress/Good Golly Miss Molly” rave up, or the Association’s three-minute confection “Windy,” flower children of all ages will likely be on their feet. Guests can bring picnic baskets with food and drinks, or they can take advantage of the Fred’s concession stands.
8 p.m. July 20. Reserved seats $45-$55; lawn seats $40; tables for six $600. Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater, 201 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City. 770-631-0630, www.ticketalternative.com.
MABLETON
“Brave” at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre
Princess Merida, the star of last summer’s Disney/Pixar blockbuster “Brave,” may be the animated embodiment of girl power. Infectious? Yes, so don’t be surprised to see a legion of tiny costumed Meridas with their parents in tow at this free screening. Starring the voices of Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly and Emma Thompson, “Brave” shows how the uber independent Merida uses her archery skills to tackle one bear of a curse.
Begins at dusk. July 20. FreeMable House Barnes Amphitheatre, 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton. 770-819-7765, www.mablehouse.org.
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