Women in World Jazz, a performing all women ensemble, was founded by Tal Shalom-Kobi in 2015. Women in World Jazz aims to expose audiences to different cultures through music, with a variety of music backgrounds including jazz, folk, pop, rock and blues.
Brown Bag Concert Series
The Brown Bag Concerts are produced by 90.5 WICN & Mechanics Hall.
Brown Bag Spring 2026 Concert Series
Wednesdays at Noon, March 11th, 18th & 25th
Free Admission
Mechanics Hall
321 Main Street, Worcester, MA, 01608; 508-752-5608
Broadcast live on WICN 90.5 FM and streaming at wicn.org
The Brown Bag Concert Series, presented by Mechanics Hall and 90.5 FM WICN, has been a beloved tradition in Worcester since 1983. These free, hour-long concerts by acclaimed regional and national performers take place in the Great Hall on select Wednesdays from noon to 1 pm.
Bring your own “brown bag” lunch, or enjoy light concessions available for purchase, and take in a wonderful performance in one of America’s great concert halls. Cabaret-style seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Doors open at 11:30 am | Show 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Admission: Free | All Ages | Open to the Public
Admission: Free | All Ages | Open to the Public
Whenever possible, Brown Bag Concerts are broadcast live on WICN 90.5 FM and streamed at WICN.org.
March 11
Andrew Wilcox
Andrew is one of Hartford’s rising young musicians. Originally from Boylston, MA, Andrew has proven himself to be a talented young pianist, with a passion to learn, grow and play. After moving to Hartford at age 18, Andrew quickly sought out his elders and began building relationships with them.
March 18Women in World Jazz
March 25
Daniel Bennett Group
New York saxophonist Daniel Bennett has been hailed as one of the most original and unpredictable musical voices of his generation. The Boston Globe described Bennett’s music as, “a mix of Jazz, Folk and Minimalism.” The Daniel Bennett Group is celebrating the release of their 10th studio album, ‘Mr. Bennett’s Mind.’ Timeout New York called the music, “hypnotic!” Daniel Bennett is joined by master percussionist Koko Bermejo on drums and keyboard. Rounding out the trio is acclaimed six-string bassist Kevin Hailey.
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WPI (Worcester Polytechnic Institute) has recognized the historical significance of the 30+ years of the Brown Bag Concert Series. WPI has documented the series history in its Jazz History Database. The database includes information from 1989 – 2008.
“Studio 3”, a half-hour music and interview television program featuring some of the best jazz groups in New England and beyond, was taped between 1993 and 2000 before live audiences in the studios of WGMC-TV3 or on location, including Brown Bag concerts at Mechanics Hall. All shows were produced and hosted by jazz vocalist Toni Ballard, with production support from Greater Media Cable, and aired from 1993 to 2003 on WGMC-TV3. The WPI Jazz History Database includes Studio 3 videos.
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