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At many Newton venues, the live music scene is still on hold
By Suzanne Crow Boston University journalist,Updated March 13, 2021, 3:38 p.m.
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Union Street Restaurant and Barâs upstairs room hasnât had live music since the outbreak of COVID-19. SUZANNE CROWcontributed photo
The lack of live music in Newton during the pandemic has had a broad impact on the community, from restaurants that hosted bands to musicians who relied on gigs to fewer fund-raising opportunities. And Governor Bakerâs most recent plans for reopening donât offer much change for the live music scene.
Paul Speidel, a professional musician and music educator who has worked and performed in Newton since 1990, said live music is still limited under the restrictions, and he is taking a âwait and see approach.â