The latest news on performances of Classical Music in Philadelphia.
Play On Philly Launches The Composing For Young Orchestras Project In Collaboration With The Gabriela Lena Frank Creative Academy Of Music
by A.A. Cristi - November 01, 2022
Play On Philly (POP), a tuition-free music education program, launches the Composing for Young Orchestras Project in collaboration with the Gabriela Lena Frank Creative Academy of Music (GLFCAM), an academy committed to inspiring emerging composers. ...
Video: The Philadelphia Orchestra Perform Phillies Postseason Anthem 'Dancing On My Own'
by A.A. Cristi - October 28, 2022
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin are celebrating the Philadelphia Phillies' World Series run. In a musical show of support, the Orchestra recorded a performance of the team's postseason anthem, “Dancing On My Own.” See the video!...
Lansdowne Symphony Wins American Prize For Orchestral Performance
by A.A. Cristi - September 21, 2022
The Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra, established in 1946 in suburban Philadelphia, was honored with a national award by The American Prize for its première recording released by New Focus Recordings of never-before-recorded compositions by American female composers, selected from the Fleisher Collecti...
PHILADELPHIA FALL ARTS FEST To Be Hosted By Kimmel Cultural Campus And The Philadelphia Orchestra
by A.A. Cristi - September 07, 2022
The Kimmel Cultural Campus celebrates the kickoff of Philadelphia’s robust arts and cultural season with Philadelphia Fall Arts Fest, a day of FREE festival-style performances, the chance to interact with more than 50 arts organizations from across the region, and $20 tickets to a selection of ov...
The Philadelphia Orchestra Opens Carnegie Hall's 2022–2023 Season On September 29
by A.A. Cristi - August 29, 2022
Carnegie Hall celebrates the start of its 2022–2023 season with an Opening Night Gala concert on Thursday, September 29 at 7:00 p.m. featuring The Philadelphia Orchestra conducted by Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin. Acclaimed pianist Daniil Trifonov is the soloist for this special evening, p...
Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Announces Expansion of Prysm Strings to Include Prysm Prep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 29, 2022
Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institut has announced the expansion of Prysm Strings to include Prysm Prep, designed to specifically teach beginning string students the fundamentals of music reading and ensemble playing....
New Opera about Robert Moses & Jane Jacobs, A MARVELOUS ORDER, Will Be Presented at Penn State University
by Stephi Wild - August 25, 2022
ADH Theatricals has announced the world premiere of A Marvelous Order on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at Penn State University’s Center for the Performing Arts. The new opera features music by Judd Greenstein, a libretto by former US Poet Laureate and Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy K. Smith, and a...
The Crossing Presents Shara Nova's TITRATION, August 13
by A.A. Cristi - August 10, 2022
Grammy Award-winning choir The Crossing gives the Philadelphia premiere performance of Shara Nova's TITRATION at the Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill this Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 4:00pm. The new work delves into feelings of joy, rage, and determination, told through songs by singer-songwrit...
Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute Announces 'The Philadelphia Youth Symphonic Band'
by A.A. Cristi - August 01, 2022
The Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute (PYOMI) is committed to increasing access to excellent music education and performance opportunities for students. As a part of the organization's commitment to growth, President and Music Director Louis Scaglione has announced the introduction of a n...
Curtis Institute Of Music Announces The 2022–23 Season: Made With Love
by A.A. Cristi - July 20, 2022
The 2022–23 season begins at the Curtis Institute of Music this October, with dynamic programming that includes orchestra, opera, and chamber music concerts, and recitals, totaling more than 150 performances in Philadelphia through May 2023....
The Philly POPS Returns To Independence Mall On July 3 With POPS ON INDEPENDENCE
by A.A. Cristi - June 22, 2022
The Philly POPS continues its 44-year Independence Week tradition with POPS on Independence at Independence Mall on July 3, 2022, at 7 p.m. ...
Musicopia String Orchestra to Present Spring Concert, June 11
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2022
On Saturday, June 11th at 4:00 PM, the Musicopia String Orchestra (MSO) will perform its annual Spring Concert at the First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia (2125 Chestnut Street). This event is free, open to the public, and can be attended in person or virtually....
Big Idea Committee Celebrates Summer With Unique Music Making Experiences For Families Across Philadelphia
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2022
Get ready for a big summer full of big plans and big fun. Big Idea Committee, co-created by veteran professional performers Christine Petrini and Melissa Brun, blends musical theatre vocals and live cello instrumentals to create an interactive and theatrical experience for kids ages 3-8. ...
PYO Music Institute Receives Grant From National Endowment For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2022
Louis Scaglione, President and Music Director of PYO Music Institute (PYOMI), has announced that they have received the 2022 Grant for Arts Projects Award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to support Tune Up Philly -- (Orchestral Pathways Program (TUP)....
PYO Music Institute Presents Young Musicians Debut Orchestra At Temple Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2022
Taking the stage for their 6th Annual Festival Concert, the Young Musicians Debut Orchestra (YMDO) will perform at The Temple Performing Arts Center, located at 1837 N. Broad Street in Philadelphia, on Saturday May 21, 2022 at 4 p.m....
Prysm Strings & Prysm Strings Young Artists Perform At Haverford School
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2022
The string ensembles of PYO Music Institute (PYOMI) – Prysm Strings and Prysm Strings Young Artists -- will perform on Saturday, May 14th at 3 p.m. in Centennial Hall of the Haverford School at 750 Lancaster Ave, Haverford, PA....
Historically Informed Performance Of Bach's 'Easter Oratorio' Performed By Choral Arts Philadelphia
by A.A. Cristi - April 19, 2022
Choral Arts Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Bach Collegium, and Artistic Director Matthew Glandorf will perform J.S. Bach's Oster-Oratorium BWV 249. ...
The Philly POPS Presents 'S WONDERFUL! 'S GERSHWIN!
by A.A. Cristi - April 11, 2022
Fan-favorite guest conductor Byron Stripling returns to the POPS with a 's marvelous star-studded array of guest vocalists and musicians, celebrating beloved American music legend George Gershwin in 'S Wonderful 'S Gershwin, May 13–15 at the Kimmel Cultural Campus....
Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Announces Spring Concert at Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, April 24
by A.A. Cristi - April 08, 2022
It is always a thrill to perform in Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Cultural Campus, especially for the student musicians in Philadelphia Youth Orchestra, the most advanced ensemble of PYO Music Institute. They return to the hall on April 24, at 7 p.m. The ensemble, conducted by Maestro Louis Scaglione, ...
The Philly POPS and Comcast NBCUniversal Present MEMORIAL SALUTE Sixth Annual Free Public Memorial Day Concert
by A.A. Cristi - April 05, 2022
The Philly POPS announced today that the 2022 kick-off of its popular Salute Series, Comcast NBCUniversal Memorial Salute, will take the stage on May 27, 2022 at 7 p.m at the Mann Center for the Performing Arts. Registration for military, veteran, police, firefighter, first responder, and frontline ...
The Dali String Quartet Launches New PRIMAVERA PRESENTS Series
by A.A. Cristi - April 04, 2022
The first Primavera Presents musical event will take place on Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 3 p.m. with a concert by The Dali Quartet. ...
PYO Music Institute Announces In-Person Auditions For 2022-2023 Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 01, 2022
The PYO Music Institute, one of the oldest and most respected orchestra programs in the nation, is announcing their schedule for in-person auditions. Music students, age 6 to 21, are invited to participate in one of PYOMI's six, large ensemble programs. ...
Opera Philadelphia's 2022-2023 Season Launches in September with the Return of Festival O
by A.A. Cristi - March 15, 2022
Debuting in 2017, Opera Philadelphia’s annual, season-opening Festival O immediately garnered audience and critical acclaim, proving to be “a hotbed of operatic innovation” (New York Times) and “one of the most enjoyable additions to the fall calendar in years” (Washington Post). F...
Lyric Fest to Present THE SONG CATCHER: THE FOLK SONG RE-IMAGINED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 08, 2022
Lyric Fest will present an exciting program of world premieres from ten composers in The Song Catcher, a concert centered on re-imagining the folk song. The folk song is appreciated for its direct expression and narrative quality, and honors world culture as well as speaks to our shared humanity....
Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Bravo Brass Comes to Center City, March 12
by A.A. Cristi - February 23, 2022
The PYO Music Institute's Bravo Brass ensemble will present “Instant Classics – Enduring Favorites for Brass Ensembles” on Saturday, March 12 at 7:30 p.m. in Center City Philadelphia at Saint Mark's Church....
The Crossing to Present Tour of IN A HOUSE BESIEGED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 23, 2022
The Crossing will perform In a House Besieged on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 7:30pm at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Cleveland, OH; Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 3:00pm at Shadyside Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh, PA; and on Sunday, March 27, 2022 at 7:00pm at St. Mark's Church in Philadelphia, PA,...
Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Presents 2022 Showcase With WRTI's Kevin Gordon, February 27
by A.A. Cristi - February 22, 2022
The Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute (PYOMI) presents their annual Showcase performance of all seven program ensemble divisions. The performance is hosted by Kevin Gordon of WRTI 90.1 and takes place on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. in Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the P...
The Philly POPS Announces New Performances for 2022–2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 14, 2022
The Philly POPS has announced its 2022–2023 season, a dynamic lineup of seven exciting shows, including three new show premieres of POPS original programming....
Curtis Symphony Orchestra Presents STRINGS, SYMPHONIES, AND STRAUSS At Verizon Hall On February 20
by A.A. Cristi - February 08, 2022
The Curtis Symphony Orchestra makes a dynamic return to the stage for the first time since February 2020 with Strings, Symphonies, and Strauss, led by Peter Oundjian, conductor emeritus of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, for in-person audiences on Sunday, February 20 at 8 p.m. at Verizon Hall at the...
World Renowned Violinist Michael Ludwig Performs With Philadelphia Youth Orchestra
by A.A. Cristi - January 27, 2022
The talented music students of the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra will perform on Sunday, February 13 at 7 p.m. in Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, located at Broad and Spruce Streets in Philadelphia. ...
Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute to Present String Ensemble Concert in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 26, 2022
Prysm Strings and Prysm Young Artists Orchestra, a string ensemble program for beginning and intermediate students in and around the Main Line, will perform on Saturday, February 5, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. in Centennial Hall of the Haverford School at 750 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA....
Daniele Rustioni to Make Philadelphia Orchestra Debut
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 26, 2022
Daniele Rustioni, 38, who has been at the Metropolitan Opera since New Year's Eve leading critically acclaimed performances of Rigoletto and Le Nozze di Figaro, will make his Philadelphia Orchestra debut this weekend with concerts on Friday, January 28 at 2:00PM and Saturday, January 29 at 8:00PM...
Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute's Young Musicians Debut Orchestra
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2022
The Young Musicians Debut Orchestra, one of the many ensembles of Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute, kicks off 2022 with a concert on Saturday, January 22 at 4:00 p.m. at The Temple Performing Arts Center, located at 1837 N. Broad Street in Philadelphia....
The Philly POPS Presents THE MUSIC OF DAVID BOWIE: A MUSICAL ODYSSEY, March 26
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2022
The Philly POPS presents Windborne's The Music of David Bowie: A Musical Odyssey, coming to the Met Philadelphia on Saturday March 26. ...
The Crossing Announces East Coast Tour With Dublin Guitar Quartet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 15, 2021
Grammy Award-winning choir The Crossing, led by conductor Donald Nally, is embarking on an East Coast tour with the Dublin Guitar Quartet from January 27 to February 6, 2022....
VOCES8 Foundation to Present The Crossing In Online Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 03, 2021
On Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 2pm EST/7pm GMT, the VOCES8 Foundation will present Grammy Award-winning choir The Crossing as part of its fifth online festival, LIVE From London - Christmas 2021....
Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute Launches Conducting Classes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 19, 2021
This fall, Maestro Rosalind Erwin launched her first Introduction to Conducting Class for music students 11 to 18 years of age who are participants in varied ensembles of PYOMI. The classes are offered on Saturdays and Sundays after or before rehearsals for one of three PYOMI ensembles....
The Crossing to Present 12 World Premieres in CAROLS AFTER A PLAGUE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 17, 2021
Grammy Award-winning choir The Crossing, led by conductor Donald Nally, is continuing its 2021-2022 season with their annual Jeffrey Dinsmore Memorial Concerts, The Crossing @ Christmas....
Lyric Fest Presents MY LETTER TO THE WORLD, A Biography In Music Of Emily Dickinson
by A.A. Cristi - November 11, 2021
Lyric Fest presents two performances of My Letter to the World, a special concert centered on the life and writings of Emily Dickinson, on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 3:00pm at the Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill and Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 3:00pm at the Academy of Vocal Arts....
The Philly POPS Jazz Orchestra Of Philadelphia Brings Swing To The Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - November 01, 2021
The Philly POPS Jazz Orchestra of Philadelphia returns to the stage with its annual holiday tradition—The Philly POPS Jazz Orchestra of Philadelphia Holiday Celebration, December 18 at 8 p.m. at Penn Live Arts....