Events

Gather for a night of music and celebration with Jonathan Biss and Play On Philly! Join us for a toast to 15 years of transformative music education! Enjoy a performance by acclaimed pianist Jonathan Biss, who will illuminate the Zellerbach stage alongside our amazing young musicians. April 29,2026 Reception at 6:00 pm | Concert at...

This concert-competition will feature all Play On Philly Chamber Ensembles, including our Percussion Ensemble, Wind and Piano Quartet, Intermediate String Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, and Advanced String Ensemble. The winning ensemble of this competition will have the opportunity to perform their winning piece at this year's Jubilee concert. This concert is free and open to the...

Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our dedicated young musicians when they perform for family and friends in a season culminating concert! Featuring Play On Philly's Pre-Children's Orchestra, CO1's, students from our Universal Alcorn Charter School Music Center, and the winners of our Chamber Competition. Play On Philly is a TPAC Arts Partner.

In partnership with the Association for Public Art, join Play On Philly's Brass Ensemble for the unveiling of a new art instillation opening at Cherry Street Pier. This is part of a two concert series, with the second event taking place on August 29th at the Constitution Center's Family Day.

Join us for an evening of of musical excellence from Play On Philly’s Marian Anderson Young Artist Program at The Howard Center for the Arts. We will be welcoming new artists from our spring auditions, celebrating our graduating musician, and handing out end of year awards! This concert is free and open to the public....

In partnership with the Association for Public Art, join Play On Philly’s Chamber Wind Ensemble for the unveiling of a new art instillation opening at the National Constitution Center on their annual Family Day. This is part of a two concert series, with the first event taking place on June 4th at Cheery St. Pier.