Music
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Kennett Symphony Receives Significant Annual Perpetual Support from J.M. Blair Trust
Dr. Timothy Vance Blair, the court-appointed Administrator of the J.M. Blair Family Trust, has established a generous annuity to benefit the Kennett Symphony of Chester County in perpetuity. This gift fulfills Blair’s wish to provide lasting support for the Symphony’s work. Blair has been a champion of Chester County charities for decades, including the Kennett…
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The Mann’s Historic Partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra to Be on Full Display July 24-27
When The Philadelphia Orchestra returns to the Mann Center for the Performing Arts for the second week of its summer residency in Fairmount Park, it will celebrate 100 years of legendary composer George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.” The performance on Wednesday, July 24, will also feature American jazz artists, the Marcus Roberts Trio – and…
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Meet the Coatesville Music Artist that is Changing the Way We Listen to Music
As a Coatesville native, Joanna Maris — also known as JotheBadd — uses music as an outlet while struggling with borderline personality disorder, writes Imperial Networking for 24Hip-Hop. “Music was the only way to calm me down and pour my emotions, heart, and soul into my work,” Jo said. Jo has set out on a…
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Montco’s Famous Duo Hall & Oates Returning to Philadelphia Area – But Separately
Hall & Oates, one of the most famous duos from Montgomery County, are returning to the Philadelphia area, but not together, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. In the 1980s, Hall and Oates enjoyed a massively successful musical marriage with hits such as “Maneater” and “Private Eyes.” But four decades later, their relationship is on…
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Malvern-Based Rajant to Host Live Concert with Musicians Performing AI-Generated Songs Written by Rajant CEO
Robert Schena, CEO and co-founder of Malvern-based Rajant Corporation will host a concert featuring Grammy award-winning artists performing AI-generated songs conceived by Schena himself. This unique event will showcase the fusion of live performances and AI-generated compositions, a concept sure to intrigue and excite music enthusiasts and technology innovators. Renowned Philadelphia musicians including singer/songwriter Donn T,…
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Quakertown Native Sabrina Carpenter Announces Philadelphia Stop on Her ‘Short n’ Sweet’ Tour
Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter is returning to her roots. The pop sensation announced that her headlining arena tour, “Short n’ Sweet,” will include a stop in Philadelphia, Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The tour, named after her upcoming sixth album, kicks off on September 23 and spans North America and Canada. Carpenter, 25,…
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Lower Merion’s Lizzy McAlpine to Return Home for Two Shows at Met Phill
Lower Merion native Lizzy McAlpine, the singer behind the viral hit “Ceilings”, is returning home next week for two shows at the Met Philly in support of her new album, Older, writes Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. McAlpine, who grew up in Wynnewood, Narberth, and Merion Station, first came to the attention of Philadelphia…
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New Hope Resident with Rolling Stones-Themed House Attends ‘Stones Tour 24’ Concert
Rolling Stones fans from New Hope and beyond flocked to Lincoln Financial Field on Tuesday night as the ‘Stones Tour ’24 rocked through Philadelphia, according to Fox 29 Philadelphia. Among the dedicated attendees was Dr. Ray Velasco, who has seen the band live 140 times, even traveling internationally to catch their performances. It helped me…
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Lower Merion Native Writes Soundtrack for New Documentary Highlighting U.S. National Parks
Elizabeth Phillipson-Weiner, a composer born and raised in Lower Merion, was recently tasked with writing original songs for a new documentary called, “Out There: A National Parks Story,” writes Kristen Hunt for PhillyVoice. The documentary allows viewers to indulge in U.S. national parks, which display their wildly different terrains and critters that call them home.…
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Jam Out at These Music Festivals and Concerts in Chester County
Whether you’re into rock, folk, indie, country, or any other type of music genre, you’re bound to find some tunes to jam out to this summer with these music festivals and concerts in Chester County, write Olivia Stefano, Samantha Geiger, and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. At the Eagleview Town Center in Exton, free…
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The Guardian: Quakertown Native Sabrina Carpenter Hits Big with ‘Espresso,’ Eyes Song of the Summer Title
Quakertown-native pop star Sabrina Carpenter’s hit single “Espresso” has been captivating fans and dominating the charts. The single reigned among the top ten on The Billboard Top 100 for eight weeks, only to be dethroned by Carpenter’s most recent hit, “Please Please Please.” Both songs are simultaneously ranking among the top five on…
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Philadelphia Youth Orchestra to Conclude 2023-24 Season With Annual Doubleheader Festival Concerts
The Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute (PYOMI) has announced the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra’s 84th Annual Festival, which will be held at Verizon Hall of The Kimmel Center on Sunday, June 2 at 7 PM. The program for the event features a dynamic selection and two soloists under the direction of Maestro Louis Scaglione. The concert…
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Chester County Teen Is a Violin Prodigy Rising to Stardom Around the World
Mio Imai, a young Chester County teen, has a deep love for storytelling, writes Nikki DeMentri for CBS News Philadelphia. Imai is rising to stardom, not just in the Philadelphia classical music scene, but around the world. Last month, Imai won first place in the adolescent category at the Arthur Grumiaux International Violin Competition in…
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WSJ: Why Jon Bon Jovi’s Admiration for Philadelphia Native Benjamin Franklin is ‘So Deep’
Jon Bon Jovi, a world-famous rock star, recently revealed his strong admiration for Philadelphia native Benjamin Franklin, writes Lane Florsheim for The Wall Street Journal. He recently sat down for an interview where he answered several questions, including what he has been reading lately. “I’m reading a Ben Franklin biography for the second time,” said…
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Taylor Swift’s Songwriting Passion Could Have Roots in Pottstown’s Wyndcroft School
West Reading-raised Taylor Swift’s passion for songwriting traces back to her elementary school days at Wyndcroft School in Pottstown, according to her former music teacher, Barbara Kolvek, writes Amanda Goh for Business Insider. Speaking to CBS Philadelphia, Kolvek recalled Swift’s early inclination towards poetry, noting that even during music class, Swift was often found…
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These Three Major Pop Stars Have Bucks County Roots
Three major pop stars who are known all around the world all grew up in Bucks County, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST. Pink, whose real name is Alecia Beth Moore, is a Doylestown Township native. Over the years, she has released many mega-hits that we all know and love, including “So What?”, “Perfect”, and “Just…
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In the West Chester Music World, Pat Black is Local Legend
Within the music scene of West Chester stands Pat Black, a dynamic and talented artist who shows his star power through his raw musical talent and genuineness, writes staff for Imperial Networking at 24Hip-Hop. Black’s use of streetwise lyrics and catchy hooks makes his music resonate with listeners while displaying West Chester’s resilience. “I was…
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Montgomery County Native Is Member of Most Successful Led Zeppelin Tribute Band
Paul Hammond, a Montgomery County native, is a member of Get the Led Out, the most successful Led Zeppelin tribute band in the world, writes Victor Fiorillo for the Philadelphia Magazine. Hammond, who stands in for Jimmy Page, is one of the two original members of the band. Get the Led Out is rarely not…
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