Events

Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our dedicated young musicians when they perform for family and friends in a season culminating concert! Highlights of this year’s Jubilee Concert include the World Premiere of double concerto, Autumn Fantasia by Kevin Day, featuring Marian Anderson Young Artist Program scholar Zakyya (clarinet) and Philadelphia Music Alliance...

Anderson Scholar and clarinetist Zakyya presents a full-length solo recital featuring works from the standard clarinet repertoire. Conceptualizing, planning, and implementing the recital from the start to finish is a requirement for Seniors in the program as they learn applicable skills in the music performance industry. Zakyya’s recital will be a culmination of repertoire she...

Anderson Scholar and vocalist Janeen presents a full-length solo recital featuring works from the popular and classical vocal repertoire. Conceptualizing, planning, and implementing the recital from the start to finish is a requirement for Seniors in the program as they learn applicable skills in the music performance industry. Janeen has chosen to include her friends...

The Philadelphia Wind Symphony is presenting a holiday "Concert For Coats" featuring a side-by-side performance with students of Play On Philly. We encourage all attendees to bring a donation of a new or lightly used coat to help those in need.  December 12th, 7:00pm Broad Street Love 315 S Broad St Philadelphia, PA This concert...

Before the holidays truly begin, come celebrate with POP at our Winter Concert Series. Students have been practicing their repertoire for this big event, so join us as we hear a combination of classic and contemporary songs from our talented young musicians. December 13th at 3:00pm Saint Francis de Sales School 917 S 47th St,...

Before the holidays truly begin, come celebrate with POP at our Winter Concert Series. Students have been practicing their repertoire for this big event, so join us as we hear a combination of classic and contemporary songs from our talented young musicians. NEW DATE - January 11th, 2026 at 3:00pm Impact Charter School West5600 Chester...

Come join us for an afternoon of musical excellence from Play On Philly's Marian Anderson Young Artist Program as they perform their first concert of the school year! Monday, February 2nd 2026 7:00pm to 8:30pm Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral This concert is free and open to the public. Learn more about the Marian Anderson Young Artist...

Please join us for a beautiful afternoon of music hosted by The Chamber Music Residency Program of Camphill Village. Wind and String ensembles from Play On Philly's Chamber Program will perform, followed by Camphill Village's Crescendo Phoenixville, a community-based violin program for children. Sunday, March 1, 2026 4:00 PM  6:00 PM Rose Hall - Camphill Village Kimberton Hills...

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 installation 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....