Music

Time for Three joyous guests at Wichita Symphony’s Blue Jeans Concert

The Century II Concert Hall was filled to capacity Friday evening as the Wichita Symphony, joined by guest artists Time for Three, presented their annual Blue Jeans Concert. This concert, where the audience is invited to come in relaxed attire and the performers don their most comfortable jeans instead of tails and gowns, has become a popular tradition.

Country singer Jason Aldean to perform at Intrust Bank Arena in March

Country star Jason Aldean will bring his “My Kinda Party” tour to Intrust Bank Arena on March 16, the arena announced Monday. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday.

• Upcoming concerts (Jan. 12)

Trombonist comes home with Axiom Brass Quintet

Russ Widener remembers precisely when Brett Johnson became more than just a better-than-average trombone player.

Drake Bell comes to Scene-Ary; Regina Spektor to open for Tom Petty

Singer and actor Drake Bell, who rose to fame as one half of the “Drake & Josh” television series on Nickelodeon, will bring his solo act to the Scene-Ary, a music venue at 600 S. Tyler. He’ll perform at 7 p.m. Friday. Tickets are $20 at the door.

Paisley: Hard work and a little luck

Brad Paisley didn’t have to name his latest album “This Is Country Music.” That’s evident upon the first spin. The country superstar balances traditional country with the contemporary sound emanating out of Nashville.

Upcoming concerts (Jan. 12)

Brad Paisley, Jan. 20, Intrust Bank Arena ($59.75, $39.75, $25, selectaseat.com)

Award-winning family band to headline Blues Ball

Each year, the Wichita Blues Society sponsors a group or groups to attend the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tenn. The annual Blues Ball at the Cotillion, 11120 W. Kellogg, is their send-off.