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Join mezzo soprano Tanisha Anderson & pianist Thomas Weaver for a program of songs & spirituals by black composers that celebrate resilience“Fly Butterfly Fly” A Celebration of Black History is a program of songs and spirituals by black composers celebrating resilience, love, faith, and the rich beauty of the black experience.Tanisha Anderson is a 2x Grammy Award-winning Mezzo-Soprano and National Marian Anderson Scholar Artist who has sung throughout the East Coast and in Europe with companies such as The Crossing, Opera Philadelphia, The Princeton Festival, The Spoleto Festival of Two Worlds (Charleston, SC & Spoleto, Italy), Berks Opera, Tapestry, VoxAma

Get ready for a funk-fusion extravaganza as The Chronicles, a dynamic group hailing from Philadelphia, take the outdoor stage at St. Luke's.The Chronicles are a multifaceted Funk-Fusion group based in Philadelphia, PA. The group made their debut in March of 2020 and have been steadily growing their fan base since. They've had the pleasure of performing for audiences all over the greater Philadelphia region and have had the opportunity to share the stage with outstanding artist such as the great John Swana. You can see them perform in-house or via livestream regularly as part of their yearly residency at the

Saxophonist Mervin Toussaint plays the music from his debut album "Lakay."Bandleader Mervin Toussaint brings his soulful and intimate compositions to Germantown! An extension of his debut album, "Lakay," Mervin will bring you along on his journey of self-reflection, connection, and joy. “Lakay,” means “home” in Haitian Kreyól, and with this music, Mervin welcomes you into his home and into his world.This is a family-friendly event!About Mervin Toussaint:Mervin Toussaint is an emerging saxophonist and composer making waves as both a performer and educator in the Philadelphia area. A Haitian American, Toussaint grew up in the Haitian church which provided an important

Artcinia favorite, The Kahlo Quartet, is back! Known for their mission to bridge the classical canon with Latin American music, The Kahlo Quartet creates performances that celebrate both tradition and innovation. This program takes listeners on a rich musical journey, showcasing works from the Classical period to contemporary compositions, with a special nod to Latin American influences. You will hear music by Mozart, Beethoven, Caroline Shaw, and Jessie Montgomery. Audrey Lee, violin Manuela Isabel Romero Gonzalez, violin Freddy Contreras, viola Andrea Beltran Landers, cello About Kahlo Quartet: The Kahlo Quartet began its journey around a shared vision that everyone should

Celebrate summer with an outdoor celebration of music, culture, and community!Join us on Saturday, July 19, for our annual event with Esperanza Arts Center--Arte en las Calles: Fiesta de Verano, an outdoor celebration of music, culture, and community. Timbalona will bring the energy with live Afro-Caribbean percussion and rhythms that will have you moving. We’ll have delicious Latin food, a local merchant fair, and activities for all ages.The event takes place at Marz Auto Central on 5th and Annsbury from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Free parking is available, and it’s accessible by SEPTA Bus 47.In partnership with Artcinia and Marz

Pianist Kendrah Butler-Waters weaves together both music and message at Settlement Music School in Germantown.Join us for an afternoon of musical storytelling with the Kendrah Butler-Waters Quintet, featuring original compositions and arrangements that blend jazz, classical, and gospel influences to tell powerful, personal narratives.Known for weaving together music and message, Butler-Waters brings her background in sociology, education, and Black feminist thought into every note, crafting a sound that speaks to both the heart and the mind. This performance promises both technical brilliance and emotional depth.Personnel:Kendrah Butler-Water, pianoPaul Geiss, trumpetMorgan Walbridge, vibesDan McCain, bassSadayah Roberts, drumsAbout Kendrah Butler-Waters:Dr. Kendrah Butler-Waters is

Ensemble Novo explores nearly a century of samba, bossa nova, and more!Join us in North Philly with Ensemble Novo. Ensemble Novo explores the uplifting, endlessly rhythmic music of Brazil through the lens of improvisation. On this program, the 5-piece group celebrates classic samba, bossa nova and Musica Popular Brazileira in a spirit of spontaneous adventure.About Ensemble Novo:Ensemble Novo celebrates the windswept melodies and perpetual-motion rhythms of Brazilian music. The five-piece band has been performing in the Philadelphia region for a decade, and has recorded a series of mini-albums that have been played on WXPN-FM and WRTI-FM as well as stations