As autumn paints Kansas City in hues of gold and crimson, the city’s vibrant music scene is set to come alive with a series of must-see concerts this fall. From iconic rock legends to contemporary chart-toppers, Kansas City’s concert lineup promises to deliver.
Sur: Music of South America
Colombian guitarist and vocalist Nilko Andreas and Bolivian singer Gian-Carla Tisera headline Sur: Music of South America, a concert that celebrates the blend of the two countries’ sounds. This event is part of the Ensemble Iberica’s 2024 concert series, which aims to connect local audiences to music from around the world. If you’re looking for a snack before or after the performance, the 1900 Building will have refreshments available for purchase in the lobby in addition to the restaurant inside the building.
September 14, 7–9 pm | 1900 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Mission Woods
Khatia Buniatishvili
This year, the Harriman-Jewell Series’ 60th season will feature the return of Khatia Buniatishvili, a Georgian pianist known for her classical performances. Her music, which includes Beethoven, Chopin and more, won the Borletti-Buitoni Trust award in 2010. You can find her music, including her latest album, Labyrinth, on several streaming platforms. Aside from her feature event on Sept. 17 at Helzberg Hall in the Kauffman Center, Buniatishvili will also play at the 60th anniversary Prelude gala the day before.
September 17, 7 –9 pm | 1601 Broadway Blvd., KCMO
Behzod Abduraimov and Shah Sadikov
The Park International Center for Music Orchestra and NAVO Arts team up to create a night of classical and neoclassical music at Folly Theater. Pianist Behzod Abduraimov and conductor Shah Sadikov, both alumni of Park ICM, are this performance’s featured artists. The music will include pieces by Ingrid Stolzel, Johannes Brahms, Mozart and more.
As one of the only American music programs based on the European apprenticeship model, Park ICM prides itself on turning student protegés into talented classical artists. NAVO seeks to create opportunities for arts students in the Midwest through the guidance of several internationally recognized musicians like Sadikov.
September 20, 7:30 pm | 300 W. 12th St., KCMO
Nicki Minaj
This October, the Pink Friday 2 World Tour will be making a stop in Kansas City. Known for hits like “Super Freaky Girl,” Nicki Minaj’s concert at T-Mobile Center will serve as part of her first tour in five years and the second North American leg of the highest grossing tour of all time by a female rapper.
October 1, 9 pm | 1407 Grand Blvd., KCMO
Andy Grammer
Andy Grammer, the artist behind singles like “Honey, I’m Good” and “Keep Your Head Up” is coming to the Kauffman Center. This concert, Greater Than: A One Man Show, aims to create an intimate atmosphere for a night full of storytelling and poetry, as well as music. From old hits to new songs like “I Do” and “Without You,” this event is sure to put its audience in a chin-up mood.
October 22, 7:30 pm | 1601 Broadway Blvd., KCMO
Sonia De Los Santos:
A Celebration of Latin America
Sonia De Los Santos is coming to the Midwest Trust Center to bring smiles to all the families in the Kansas City area. Born in Monterrey, Mexico, De Los Santos sings heartbeat melodies in both English and Spanish to delight children of all ages.
She began her musical career with the Grammy-winning Dan Zanes and Friends and recently performed with The Okee Dokee Brothers in their bilingual show, but she has also released three albums as a solo artist and been nominated for a Latin Grammy. Her event at Polsky Theatre will showcase De Los Santos’ versatile talent as she incorporates various Latin American rhythms like huapango, cumbia, salsa, festejo and even North American folk styles into her songs.
October 25, 10 am | 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park
Mozart’s Requiem
If you’re looking for a night of classical music, Kansas City Symphony Chorus’s Mozart’s Requiem is a performance you don’t want to miss. Guest conductor Bernard Labadie joins the Kansas City Symphony Chorus at Helzberg Hall for an event filled with music and community engagement.
While the concert on Saturday and Sunday will include Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major by Franz Schubert as well as the Requiem, Friday night will look a little different. As part of the new Friday Symphonic Piazza series, the performance will feature a shorter concert along with social opportunities for concertgoers to mingle with the musicians, including beverages and activities before and after the performance.
November 1–3, times vary | 1601 Broadway Blvd., KCMO
Creed
Time to get ready for Creed’s Are You Ready? Tour. After their rise to fame in the 1990s, the rock band separated in 2012, but they’re back and better than ever more than 10 years later. The group will be coming to the T-Mobile Center this fall for their extended reunion tour with special guests 3 Doors Down and Mammoth WVH.
November 6, 7 pm | 1407 Grand Blvd., KCMO
