BAAMS To Host Randy Brecker at Studio 9

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Acclaimed trumpet player Randy Brecker will perform a benefit concert for the Berkshires' Academy of Advanced Musical Studies (BAAMS) on July 6 at the Porches' Studio 9.
 
Brecker is a 7 time Grammy-winning trumpet player who has recorded on hundreds of albums with a range of artists including Bruce Springsteen, James Taylor, Steely Dan, Frank Sinatra, Horace Silver, Stevie Wonder among others. 
 
He will be joined by saxophonist and featured member of The Brecker Brothers Reunion Band, Ada Rovatti. The BAAMS Facult Band featuring Richard Boulger on trumpet/flugelhorn, Dario Boente on piano/keyboards, Tony Lewis on drums, and Alex Blake on bass will also join the ensemble.
 
The show runs from 7 to 9 pm tickets can be purchased here.
 
A clinic featuring Brecker will be held on a later date. 
 
BAAMS is located at Building 6, Western Gateway Heritage State Park, North Adams 01247, at the end of the Furnace Street Bypass, next to the pedestrian footbridge. The Berkshires' Academy for Advanced Musical Studies, Inc., is a 501(c)3 tax-free organization. Support may be donated online or checks mailed to BAAMS, Blg. 6, 115 State Street, NorthAdams, MA 01247: https://www.berkshiresacademyams.org/giving
 
 

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North Adams Warns Residents of Lead Pipe Survey Scam

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The City of North Adams is warning residents about scammers exploiting a city-run lead pipe survey project.

As mentioned in a letter sent to city residents, the city is undergoing a lead pipe survey. Since then, some residents have been contacted by scammers claiming to be part of the survey and looking for financial information.

Officials emphasized that the survey is free, and the city is not making phone calls to residents at this time. 

Residents are urged not to share financial details over the phone. Anyone receiving such calls should report the incident immediately to the North Adams Police Department at 413-664-4944, extension 1.

 
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