saturday/12
“The Idan Raichel Project.” The Israeli fusion singer-songwriter plays songs from his new album “Quarter to Six.” At Nourse Auditorium, 275 Hayes St., S.F. 8 p.m. $35-$125. www.ciis.edu.
saturday/19
“Josh Nelson Project.” Jewish songwriter plays modern folk-rock. At Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Court, Pleasanton. 8 p.m. $18-$180. www.bethemek.org.