Compiled by Garrett Faulkner

Thursday, Feb. 14
Gentlemen, save your money this Valentine’s Day for flowers and gourmet meals. Nashville native Beegie Adair shows off her jazz piano chops for free tonight at F. Scott’s, beginning at 7 p.m. Grab a table for two, order up some appetizers, and enjoy.

Friday, Feb. 15
Country fans shouldn’t miss West Virginia legend Brad Paisley at the Sommet Center, when he teams up with singer-songwriters Rodney Atkins and Chuck Wicks, both of whom are promoting new albums. The show gets an early start at 7:30 p.m., and upper-level seating starts at $30.

Saturday, Feb. 16
If you haven’t been to the Grand Ole Opry, now’s your chance: Lose yourself in the sweet bluegrass-country sound of Del McCoury, known widely for his haunting falsetto and nimble guitar work. His eponymous band will back him up, and they are due to release a new album this spring. Grab a balcony seat for $36; the show begins at 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 17
With nearly a half century of performing under their belt and a bargain ticket price of $40, you have no excuse not to see The Temptations at the Ryman. Often hailed as The Beatles of soul music, the group brought the Motown sound into the popular spotlight, and boasts nine top-10 albums throughout their career. It’s an early show; the doors open at 7 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 18
New Zealander Tim Finn has come a long way from home, but luckily, you won’t have travel far to see his act. See him at the nearby Belcourt Theater in Hillsboro to sample his traditional guitar and piano-driven songs. The doors open at 7 p.m., tickets $20.

Tuesday, Feb. 19
Down, an atypical Southern rock band from New Orleans, performs tonight at the Cannery Ballroom. The band combines rock, blues and metal in a passionate focus that showcases its NOLA pride and upbringing. This anything-but-cliche band’s show will run you $20 in advance or $22 at the door. Doors open at 9 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 20
The Station Inn once again delivers a bluegrass virtuoso in Jim Lauderdale, who has worked extensively with Ralph Stanley and Robert Hunter of the Grateful Dead. His new album, “Honey Songs,” hits shelves Feb. 19, so expect a wealth of new material. Pick up a general admission ticket for $10; the event kicks off at 9 p.m.

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