Petrella
Dreams of the Heartland, a foundation for underprivileged kids, will receive 40 percent of the proceeds from this soulful country singer’s round of local shows, which kick off tonight at Big Sky Express, 7210 W. 38th Ave. in Wheat Ridge. 6 p.m. Free.
Denver Taiko
Taiko drumming captivates with its blend of stunning coordination and thunderous beats. Denver Taiko is an award-winning ensemble of third-, fourth- and fifth-generation Japanese-Americans that will perform for free tonight at Civic Center park. Wine and beer for sale for 21 and up. 6:30 p.m.
Wendy Woo
Take advantage of the warm weather and check out this open-air show, as Cushman and Wakefield present this Denver-based songwriter as part of its outdoor summer concert series. Today at 90 S. Cascade in Colorado Springs. 11:30 a.m. Free.
The Skivies
Speak-and-Spells used to have no place in music, and for many they still don’t. But these avant-rock locals are still rockin’ the righteous ’80s electronics. With fellow weirdos Action Friend, Prolly and New Ancient Astronauts, tonight at the 15th St. Tavern, 632 15th St. 10 p.m. $5.
Staff writer John Wenzel can be reached at 303-820-1642 or jwenzel@denverpost.com.
