This week in the CP:

— Check out the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra's Composer of the Year, Mason Bates, in our music feature. Stream some of his music - ranging from symphonic and chamber/vocal to electronica - over on his website, and scope out some of his upcoming performances in our November 28 issue.

— Want to know if any good shows are coming to the 'burgh this week? Take a peek at our Critics' Picks.

Conditions @ the Smiling Moose - Thursday, Nov. 29

Rachael Yamagata @ Mr. Small's - tonight! Friday, Nov. 30

Aaron Dilloway @ The Shop - tonight! Friday, Nov. 30

Phat Man Dee @ the Shadow Lounge - Sunday, Dec. 2

Jane Siberry @ the Friends Meeting House - Thursday, Dec. 6