Arts & Entertainment quick picks for the week of March 8

What: Known for key radio hits including 1975’s soaring “Amie” and 1980’s romantic “Let Me Love You Tonight,” enjoy the current PPL lineup, which includes founding member/pedal steel innovator John David Call, Drummer Scott Thompson, keyboard master Randy Harper, Jared bassist Carmichael and lead guitar ace Jeff Zona (Jeff Zona). Together, they have 10 studio albums and a treasure trove of pop tunes.

when: Wednesday, March 8 at 7:30pm

Where: Capitol Center for the Arts, Bank of New Hampshire Arena, 16 S. Main St., Concord

information: Tickets are $35.75-$53.75; all ages welcome.

Chili Pipers

What: Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. A fiery rock band and such a fiery show, it comes with its own health warnings.This is the Red Hot Chilli Pipers, an internationally renowned ensemble of pipers, guitars, keyboards and drums

when: Thursday, March 9 at 8pm

Where: Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia

information: Tickets are $29-59.buy tour www.coloniallaconia.com Or call 1-800-657-8774.

theremin concert

What: Before you were put off by the weather, enjoy the most beautiful music you’ve ever heard, an instrument that uses your body’s magnetism to make music.

when: Friday, March 10 at 6:30pm

Where: Whipple Hall, 25 Mariners Road, New London

information: Chris Martiello will present this unique demo in a fun and engaging way, followed by a Q&A session.