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TANGLEWOOD

Lenox, Mass., through Sept. 2

It’s the 75th anniversary of this summer institution, and some of the biggest names in classical (and even jazz and pop) music are heading to the Berkshires to celebrate. In addition to paying homage to the likes of Wagner and Mozart, there will be a star-studded tribute to composer John Williams (who scored films such as “Indiana Jones” and “Star Wars”) with performances by Yo-Yo Ma, Jessye Norman and Leonard Slatkin (Aug. 18). Other top acts include Wynton Marsalis (Aug. 20) and Train (Aug. 31). Most tickets start at $11. tanglewood.org

GATHERING OF THE VIBES

Bridgeport, Conn., July 19-22

Calling all Deadheads: Gather your tie-dyes and head to the Long Island Sound. Starting Thursday, along a 2¹/₂-mile stretch of Connecticut waterfront, former Grateful Dead members Phil Lesh and Bob Weir, along with other jam bands (Strangefolk, Yonder Mountain String Band) and reggae acts (Steel Pulse) take the stage for this spirited four-day event. Single-day tickets, $40-$65. gatheringofthevibes.com

OSHEAGA

Montreal, Canada, Aug. 3-5

For an exhaustive lesson in new indie acts — and a taste of old favorites — hit up this three-day, five-stage fest with a lineup that includes the Jesus and Mary Chain, Santigold, MGMT, the Black Keys, Passion Pit, Bloc Party, Feist, Florence + the Machine and Garbage. Also in the mix are rappers (Snoop Dogg, Common), DJs (Knife Party, Zombie Disco Squad) and somewhat obscure (to Americans, anyway) Quebecois acts. It all takes place in an idyllic island setting near the city center. Single-day tickets, $85. osheaga.com

THE AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL

Bangor, Maine, Aug. 24-26

Blues, bluegrass, swing, Cajun, Doo-wop — all these musical genres are part of the American folk scene, and all will be represented over the three days of this festival. There will also be traditional dancing, including Lakota hoop dancer Dallas Chief Eagle and Appalachian Buck dancing. Suggested donation, $10/day . americanfolkfestival.com