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Cann, a Black woman, poses with one hand on her hip, wearing a flowing black and floral-printed wrap shirt.

The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society presents BalletX with pianist Michelle Cann

A welcome collaboration

For its second collaboration with BalletX, PCMS welcomed choreography by Matthew Neenan and Jamar Roberts alongside pianist Michelle Cann. Camille Bacon-Smith reviews.

Camille Bacon-Smith

Jan 09, 2024 Reviews 4 minute read

On a city rooftop, Shaham, a white man with gray hair, smiles and holds his violin, the blurry gray cityscape behind him.

The Philadelphia Orchestra presents All Mozart with Gil Shaham

Top American violinist Gil Shaham joined the Philadelphia Orchestra for two Mozart violin concertos, plus two rarely performed short works, combining technical wizardry with personal grace and good humor. Linda Holt reviews.

Linda Holt

Jan 08, 2024 Reviews 3 minute read

Impressionistic colored pen & ink drawing of people clustered in a living room, with various words & phrases written in black

A look back at Philly's 2023 cultural scene through the eyes of local artist Chuck Schultz

Capturing Philly performances in original drawings

Philly artist Chuck Schultz has been in the audience at concerts, plays, and dance performances throughout 2023. Now, he shares the performances through his own eyes in this one-of-a-kind BSR gallery.

Alaina Johnsand Chuck Schultz

Dec 18, 2023 Essays 4 minute read

An illustration with animals around a campfire, Philthfest 2023 titled at the top

Philth Media and 4333 Collective present Philthfest 2023

Celebrating independent music in Philadelphia

A one-day independent music festival featuring bands of many genres that benefits organizations advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Natalie Layne previews.

nat čermák

Dec 13, 2023 Previews 2 minute read

Close-up portrait shot of Mobley, a Black man with a full beard, dark with some light gray, looks on towards left of frame

BSR Classical Interludes, December 2023, part 2

Tuba Christmas, baroque tunes for the new year, and more

The final Classical Interludes of the year features offerings from The Crossing, Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, Lyric Fest, Choral Arts, and a performance with over 100 tuba players. Gail Obenreder previews.

Gail Obenreder

Dec 13, 2023 Previews 3 minute read

Coles, a Black man, sits at an illuminated, colorful soundboard in a dim studio

Capturing the Philadelphia sound with Samori Coles

A Lil’ Drummaboy with big dreams

Coming ahead of his new podcast launch, Lil’ Drummaboy Recordings founder Samori Coles talks about the history behind the studio, his aspirations in expanding the space, and what makes Philly music special. Lowry Yankwich profiles.

Lowry Yankwich

Dec 13, 2023 Profiles 4 minute read

Rottsolk, in a black & pink dress, sings on a golden, pillared chancel with 8 black-clad musicians playing around her.

Piffaro presents Christmas in Southern Germany

Old music, fresh performance

Piffaro celebrates the season by treating audiences to Christmas in Southern Germany, an uplifting and accessible multi-instrumental deep dive into sacred works of the 16th and 17th century. Gail Obenreder reviews.

Gail Obenreder

Dec 12, 2023 Reviews 4 minute read

Portrait shot of Dueñas, wearing a white gown and holding a violin.

Celebrating 125 years of Deutsche Grammophon with Philadelphia Orchestra

An anniversary soirée at the Orchestra

The music recording label opens a global celebration of 125 years, and the only soirée of its kind happening in the US is right on Broad Street. Cameron Kelsall previews.