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Pop Music

It’s old school but still cool--just ask the R&B; fans who gather to hear an all-star lineup of Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Next, Jesse Powell and, in a father-son turn, Gerald Levert, left, performing solo while his dad, Eddie, sings with the O’Jays.

* Universal Amphitheatre, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City. (818) 622-4440. 8:15 p.m. Also Saturday.

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Music

The Beatles played the Hollywood Bowl in 1964 and 1965. Tonight, their music returns, conducted by none other than the Fab Four’s heralded producer, George Martin.

* Beatles Night at the Bowl featuring the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, the Bangles and other guest performers. Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood. (323) 850-2000. 7:30 p.m.

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Dance

The program for Ballet Boys of L.A. includes choreography by Frank Bourman: “Childhood Visited II . . . simply dancing.”

* Ballet Boys of L.A., American Academy for Dance and Kindred Arts, 1245 5th St., Santa Monica. (310) 656-8899. 6:30 p.m. Also Saturday, 2 and 6:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.

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Jazz

Jamaican-born pianist Monty Alexander, who can play Oscar Peterson-type bebop and calypsos with equal skill, opens a three-night gig.

* Monty Alexander Quartet, Jazz Bakery, 3233 Helms Ave., Culver City. (310) 271-9039. 8 p.m. Also Saturday and Sunday.