The local music scene this week FIVE LIVE SOUNDS

The Revolution is caffeinated at Gravity Espresso, while the CPO shows off its talons.

Friday and Saturday: The Firebird & Cantus Arcticus

The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra goes to the birds: Cantus Arcticus, a.k.a. Concerto for Birds & Orchestra, and its recorded Arctic Circle birdsong are paired with Stravinsky’s The Firebird Suite (1919 version). At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $20 - $80. 403-571-0849, calgaryphil.com.

Saturday: Hang the DJ Retro Prom

Children of the ’80s (or those who admire the puffy sleeves and pastel pinks of the era) get to relive the magic of prom annually at Hang the DJ without the awkwardness. At Dickens Pub, 1000 9th Ave. S.W. Doors, 9 p.m. $10. TF.

Sunday: Rattle and Strum album release

The children’s music project of Heather Blush and Steve Hazlett release their third album, Ants in my Pants, which covers “topics such as wild turkeys, marshmallows, sneezing, and pocket contents,” in addition to insects in the jeans. At Festival Hall, 1215 10th Ave. S.E. 3 p.m. $10. eventbrite.ca.

Tuesday: Classical Revolution featuring Joseph Fernando

After a break, the revolution continues with a new headquarters. The new format includes a classical open mic and then a performance by featured pianist Joseph Fernando. At Gravity Espresso & Wine Bar, 909 10th St. S.E. 7 p.m. Suggested donation, $10. classicalrevyyc.com.

Thursday: Sheila Jordan, with Sheri-D Wilson

The Detroit jazz singer, who celebrates her 90th birthday in November, was often introduced by Charlie Parker (whose pianist, Duke Jordan, she was married to for 10 years) as “the singer with the million dollar ears.” New poet laureate Sheri-D Wilson warms up the crowd. At Lantern Church, 1401 10th Ave. S.E. Doors, 6:30 p.m. $25. cindymcleod.com.