The Philadelphia Orchestra puts on its first-ever Pride concert, with a chorus and drag queen joining the program of LGBTQ composers
The June 2 show at Verizon Hall is free with RSVP.
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Music recording history: Philadelphia Orchestra’s starring role in Disney’s famed ‘Fantasia’
Philly artists played an instrumental part in bringing stereo sound to the silver screen.
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E-A-G-L-E-S, violins! The Philadelphia Orchestra congratulates the Eagles (and sends recovery wishes to Wentz)
Conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin is the QB, of course.
One day only: See China’s premier orchestra in Philly
A series of events in partnership with the Philadelphia Orchestra
How the Philadelphia Orchestra is assisting with hurricane relief in Puerto Rico
There's a "West Side Story" connection.
When and where to catch Fourth of July fireworks in Philly
It's basically the 12 days of freedom.
Philly’s $2.5 million youth effort to diversify classical music training
The Philadelphia Music Alliance for Youth is about to announce its first set of young scholars.
The Philadelphia Orchestra is now playing popular film scores
The gimmick will probably bring in new audiences, but will they become regular patrons?
Free Philadelphia Orchestra concert
The Philadelphia Orchestra has partnered with Girard College for the third year in a row to present a free Martin Luther King Jr. tribute concert. Can't make it? Listen to WRTI 90.1 FM.
Where: Girard College Chapel at 2101 S. College Ave. 19121
When: January 18, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.
How much: Free but tickets are required
Sing holiday songs with the Philadelphia Orchestra
Think of it as the ultimate holiday live band karaoke. People of all ages and skill levels are invited to lend their pipes to songs like Jingle Bells and Silent Night during an hour-long SingIN backed by the string and brass sections of the orchestra. Free with registration.
Where: Salvation Army Kroc Center at 4200 Wissahickon Ave. 19129
When: December 16, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
How much: FREE
Philadelphia Orchestra’s annual free concert for college students
Got a full-time student ID? That's enough to score you a seat at Verizon Hall to hear the orchestra perform and then attend a post-performance party with free food and drink. Advice from on high: You want to pick up a ticket ASAP.
Where: Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad St.
When: October 20, 2015 at 8:00 p.m.
How much: Free