Music
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Coatesville Artist Seeks to Elevate Chester County Through Mind and Body
Harmony is one word that describes everything that Coatesville artist Malik Mos High aims to accomplish in his daily life and career. His art comes not from the paintbrush, but the pen. Born as Randolph Green, he uses both identities to create what he calls a divine duality. Randolph is the one who channels…
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Brandywine Valley Symphony Concert to Open with Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence
The Brandywine Valley Symphony’s season finale on June 25 at 7:30 PM in the Open Air Theater of Longwood Gardens will begin with a powerful Dare to Declare reading of the Declaration of Independence, inviting concertgoers to join community leaders in reading the nation’s founding document aloud together. With an expected 1,000 participants, it will…
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West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents Mozart’s ‘Così fan tutte’
West Chester University’s Opera Theatre invites the campus and surrounding community to experience a fresh and entertaining take on Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Così fan tutte, with performances on Saturday, May 2, at 7:30 PM and Sunday, May 3, at 3:00 PM in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West…
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Downingtown Native Plays in U.S. Navy Band with Upcoming Performance in May
Downingtown East High School graduate Chief Musician Joseph Ganzelli will return to his alma mater with the U.S. Navy Band Cruisers for a performance May 4 at 7 PM. Located at 50 Devon Dr. in Exton, the event is free and open to the public. The performance is one of four stops during the Cruisers four-day Northeastern concert series and part of the Navy’s year-long campaign to celebrate…
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Band Formed by Hooters Drummer, Levittown Native Performing at Event
While most rock and roll bands in the area were forced to travel to New York to secure the attention of record labels, The Hooters were bringing labels to Philly, writes Patrick Rapa for Philadelphia Magazine. “I remember with us, and with [Robert] Hazard, labels started coming down to Philadelphia, to check us out on our own turf,”…
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The Doo Wop Project Brings ‘Echoes of the Street’ to West Chester University Mar. 28
America’s premier Doo Wop group, The Doo Wop Project, will bring their brand-new 90-minute show, Echoes of the Street, to West Chester University (WCU) on Saturday, Mar. 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building (700 S. High Street, West Chester). Tickets range in price from $26-$36.50 and are…
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West Chester University’s Jazz Festival Swings Back to Campus Mar. 18-21
The Wells School of Music at West Chester University (WCU) invites jazz lovers to experience four days of inspired performances at the 36th Annual WCU Jazz Festival, Mar. 18-21. All concerts take place in the Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, Swope Music Building and Performing Arts Center, 817 S. High Street, West Chester. Most concerts are…
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Local Craftsman Creates High Quality Drums in Warrington Company
Over in Warrington, Chris Carr, founder of Bucks County Drum Company, has been handcrafting drums for over two decades, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc. Carr, who initially made a living making cabinets, transitioned to drum building, opening his business in 2005. He taught himself everything there was to know about making drums, from cutting veneers to later making his…
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Bucks County Native Langhorne Slim Performs New Songs on ‘The Daily Show’
Singer-songwriter and Bucks County native Langhorne Slim recently performed on an episode of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. His latest studio album, “The Dreaming Kind,” was released on Jan. 16. Langhorne Slim shared his inspiration for the album on the show before he performed one of his new songs,…
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Chester County Orchestras Prepare for Unforgettable Concert Season
Symphony orchestras throughout Chester County are ready for a stellar concert season with top-tier musical performances, writes Shannon Montgomery for County Lines Magazine. Residents can catch performances by local music groups and enjoy an evening out at the theatre. From university orchestras to professional ensembles, here are upcoming performances throughout Chester County this concert season.…
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Former Kennett Square Sailor, His Grandson Release Songs Based On Love Letters from 1950s
A few years ago, Kennett Square resident Morton “Mort” Block and his grandson Matt Block recorded a love song that Matt found in his grandfather’s drawer. The song, “My Love,” went viral with over 1.6 million views, and led the pair to continue creating music, writes Wendy Grossman Kantor for People. 86-year-old Mort and 34-year-old…
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Chester County United Way Raises $150,000 at its Annual Live United in Music Event
Chester County United Way’s annual Live United in Music event hit a high note last week, raising $150,000 to support local programs that strengthen the community. The sold-out evening brought together community leaders, sponsors, and supporters for incredible live music, celebration, and giving. The night, presented by Di and Dallas Krapf and CTDI, captivated attendees…
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Rustin High School Marching Band Dazzles with Artistic Field Show at 6abc
The Rustin High School Marching Band recently shone brightly at a performance outside the 6abc studio, reports Maggie Kent for 6abc. The band performed at the 6abc Action News Yard last Friday. The artistic performance was inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s painting Starry Night. The Rustin High School Marching Band serves as a competition band…
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Reintroducing Kennett Symphony as the Brandywine Valley Symphony: A New Name for a Bold New Era
Kennett Symphony, which began in 1940 as a small volunteer community orchestra in Kennett Square, has blossomed into something extraordinary. Over the past 85 years, the ensemble has grown — first by welcoming professional musicians and a talented conductor, then by expanding its performances, reaching audiences throughout Chester County and its surrounding counties in northern…
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Dolly Parton Joined Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter—But Not Without Setting Some Ground Rules
When Dolly Parton teamed up with East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter for a fresh take on “Please Please Please,” the country icon had one non-negotiable: keep it clean, writes Becca Wood for Today. Known for her candid lyrics, Carpenter toned things down at Parton’s request—and the result is a charming duet that bridges generations. In an…
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Local Podcast Connects Listeners to Chester County Nonprofits, Businesses Like ‘Forever Changes’
Co-hosted by Joe Casabona, Erik Gudmundson, and Liam Dempsey, the “Start Local” podcast connects Chester County with its local businesses and nonprofits to grow and support each other. Originally started by Casabona and Dempsey in 2020, with Gudmundson joining in 2023, the podcast covers positive and career-oriented topics around the county. With a goal of…
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Kennett Symphony Rebrands to Reflect Expanding Reach
After much consideration, the Kennett Symphony has rebranded as the Brandywine Valley Symphony to signal its expanding reach beyond Kennett Square, writes Peter Dobrin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “We serve, in terms of a cultural footprint, an area much larger – to northern Delaware and the surrounding counties,” said Timothy Blair, the orchestra’s board president. …
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Live Music Venue Coming to West Chester Through Owner of Saloon 151
Frank Herron, owner of Saloon 151 Whiskey Bar & Grill and Marchwood Tavern in Chester County, is set to open Station 142, a new live music venue in downtown West Chester, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The targeted opening date will be in early April. The new venue will take over the…
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