By Sasha Benderly-Kraft

This is a new monthly feature showcasing musical events happening in and near Richmond. Our aim is to let students know about what’s going on that’s worth going to. Inform yourself, get tickets in advance, set up a ride and have fun.

At Earlham

Saturday, March 6: Genesis Benefit Concert. Earlham will once again host the yearly benefit show to support the Genesis Women’s Shelter of the Young Women’s Christian Association, a shelter for victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence. Hosted by the Earlham Women’s Chorus, the show will show off a wide variety of talents. No tickets required, $5 suggested donation. 7:30 p.m., Goddard Auditorium

Sunday, March 7: Michael Chikuzen Gould. Gould is one of the only non-Japanese Grand Masters of the shakuhachi, a traditional Japanese flute. Admission is free. 7 p.m., Stout Meetinghouse

Saturday, April 3: Orchestra Concert. The Earlham College Orchestra will put on its first concert under guest conductor Aik Khai Phung. Don’t miss it. Admission is free. 7:30 p.m., Goddard Auditorium

In Richmond

Every Friday and Saturday: Live music at E Street Pub. Fridays are smaller-scale rock/ folk nights, while Saturdays are typically metal/hard rock shows. Local Ozzy Osbourne tribute band Speak of the Devil plays on March 20. Free most Fridays,$3 most Saturdays. 21+. 9 p.m. Fridays, 10 p.m. Saturdays. 815 N E St.

Friday, March 19: Shredfest at The Outlet, a young local music venue, hosts several local metal and hardcore bands for a night of heavy music. Performers include Indianapolis bands Ghost of Maine and Gamma Pulse, Muncie post-hardcore outfit In Pairs They Galloped, and New Castle’s Phoenix Down. All Ages, $7 admission. The Outlet, 315 National Rd W. 7 p.m.

Under 75 miles away

Thursday, March 11: Megadeth’s Rust In Peace 20th Anniversary Tour. The renowned thrash metal band is celebrating 20 years of its seminal album by touring with Testament and Exodus. $35-45, all ages. Murat Theater, Indianapolis, Ind. 502 North New Jersey Street. 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, March 14: We Were Promised Jetpacks at Radio Radio. This introspective energetic Scottish post-punk act released their debut album, “These Four Walls,” last year. $8, 21+. Radio Radio, Indianapolis, Ind. 1119 E Prospect St. 8 p.m.

Monday, March 15: David Bazan at Southgate House. Bazan is an acoustic singer-songwriter who formerly led Pedro the Lion. After releasing four albums with that band, he issued his first solo full-length album, “Curse Your Branches,” last year. $12, all ages. Southgate House, Newport Ky. 21 E 3rd St. 9 p.m.

Wednesday, March 17: Cage The Elephant at Bogart’s. This up-and-coming rock band, from Bowling Green by way of London, has been accumulating acclaim since their 2008 selftitled album — their second will come out this year. $13.50, all ages. Bogart’s, Cincinnati, Ohio. 2621 Vine St. 8 p.m.

Monday, March 22: A Place To Bury Strangers/The Big Pink at Southgate House. New York neo-shoegaze band A Place to Bury Strangers, who last year released their second full-length album, “Exploding Head,” are touring with London-based electro rock band The Big Pink, who just released their first album. $10, all ages. Southgate House, Newport Ky. 21 E 3rd St. 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 23: Lincoln Center Orchestra Featuring Wynton Marsalis at Miami University. The prestigious jazz ensemble of Lincoln Center is touring with well-known trumpeter Wynton Marsalis. They will perform together at nearby Miami University in Oxford, Ohio — less than 25 miles away. 7 p.m.

Saturday, March 27: Girl Talk at Murat Egyptian Room. The sometimes-controversial mashup artist promises to continue questioning copyright laws and crafting catchy beats during his live show. $15, all ages. Murat Egyptian Room, Indianapolis, Ind. 502 North New Jersey Street. 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 30: Jedi Mind Tricks at Southgate House. Jedi Mind Tricks is a long-running Philadelphia indie hip-hop act, and released their most recent album, “A History of Violence,” in 2008. $14, all ages. Southgate House, Newport Ky. 21 E 3rd St. 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 30-Thursday, April 1: MusicNOW Festival, Cincinnati. This year’s MusicNOW festival features harpist Joanna Newsom (Tuesday), St. Vincent (Wednesday), and Justin Vernon of Bon Iver (Thursday). $20, all ages. Memorial Hall, Cincinnati, Ohio. 1225 Elm Street. 8:00 p.m. all days.

Friday, April 2: Electric Six at the Vogue. The satirical Detroit hard-rock band has been pumping out albums lately, with last year’s “KILL” about to be followed by an as-yet untitled album. They are touring on both. $12, 21+. The Vogue, Indianapolis, Ind. 6259 N College Ave. 9:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 7: Mission of Burma at Southgate House. This legendary Boston postpunk band just released their third album since coming out of retirement, titled “The Sound The Speed The Light.” Mission of Burma is one of the key bands in American underground music’s history, and shouldn’t be missed. $15, all ages. Southgate House, Newport, Ky. 21 E 3rd St. 9:00 p.m.