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Upcoming Events
Fri, Mar 07PhiladelphiaEnjoy an evening of art, live music, cocktails, and light fare with Black Pearl for The Barnes Foundation's First Friday! We will pair timeless works with contemporary compositions. This concert includes access to the main collection and the newest exhibition Cecily Brown: Themes and Variations.
Past Events
Thu, Jul 25PhiladelphiaCome hear exciting works by the winners of our Kaleidoscope Initiative: Kevin Arthur Jr.'s "As They Dance in the Wind," Courtney Evans' "Cloud Sprawl," and Joshua Foy's "Couplet for String Orchestra"! We'll also present Jessie Montgomery's "Source Code" and other selections.
Thu, Jun 13PhiladelphiaJoin the Lyric Brass Quintet of the Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra, featuring our Principal Brass members, for a night of music from famous films and musicals! Part of Arts on Center Stage, this outdoor concert is free and we encourage you to bring a chair or blanket. The concert is from 6-7pm.
Wed, Feb 28PhiladelphiaTake a sunny Mediterranean adventure right here in Philadelphia! Join us for a lively evening of music of and inspired by Italy at the First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia with guest conductor Kristin Ditlow at the podium. Featuring works by Respighi, Corelli, and Mendelssohn.
Fri, Oct 06Philadelphia Episcopal CathedralConcert update: this event is postponed to January. We apologize for any inconvenience, and tickets will be automatically refunded to buyers. We will share new date details as soon as possible and look forward to gathering together!
Tue, Sep 26PhiladelphiaJoin our Brass Quintet for a free Center City Social event on Tuesday, September 26, from 4:00-6:00 PM outside at 1515 Market Street. Enjoy al fresco cocktails, ping-pong, skee ball, and more in front of Uptown Beer Garden, accompanied by a lively brass set!
Thu, Jul 27Philadelphia**UPDATE!** Due to the excessive heat, we are moving tonight’s concert at Dilworth Park to Settlement Music School's Presser Hall, located at their Mary Louise Curtis Branch (416 Queen St, Philadelphia, PA 19147) from 6:00-7:00 PM. We’ll be performing Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 2
Tue, Jul 04PhiladelphiaWith Independence Hall as the backdrop, celebrate July 4th and observe the evolving history of America’s freedom, with remarks by Mayor Jim Kenney. Watch in-person, tune in to NBC10 and TeleXitos at 6 PM, or on nbcphiladelphia.com. This year, we are performing as a brass quintet + percussion!
Fri, Mar 03The Barnes FoundationJoin us at the Barnes Foundation in celebration of Women's History Month and the 20th anniversary of the Taki Alsop Conducting Fellowship! Our program includes Anna Clyne's beautiful and energetic "Dance" featuring the luminous playing of cellist Inbal Segev and Brahms Symphony No. 3.
Fri, Oct 01The Barnes FoundationBlack Pearl invites you to join us for Beethoven at the Barnes!
Sun, Jul 25Awbury Arboretum - Cope HouseBlack Pearl's own musicians display their solo talents as part of two stunning chamber ensembles: Lyric Brass Quintet and Elegance Quartet!
Wed, Jun 23PhiladelphiaIn honor of the heroic citizens who have helped us move through these difficult times, Black Pearl will present Beethoven's "Eroica" Symphony No. 3
Sun, Jan 24See Me! A Global ConcertJust click "Register Now" to go to the livestream of the concert @ 1:25 EST and join the global community as Black Pearl performs with artists from around the world for See Me! A Global Concert from the World Economic Forum!
Fri, Mar 06Barnes FoundationIn the Year of the Woman, Black Pearl celebrates the contributions of African-American women composers and performers to classical music.
Mon, Oct 28Cathedral VillageBlack Pearl's string orchestra will perform a community concert in Northwest Philadelphia at the beautiful Cathedral Village facility.
Fri, Mar 01Barnes FoundationBlack Pearl's own talented musicians are soloists at the Barnes' First Friday event! The Lyric Brass Quintet will open the concert and Julietta Curenton is featured in the Mozart D Major Flute Concerto!
Sat, Dec 01Cedar Grove MansionThe 2018 SoS Festival offers beautiful music and historic mansions in the majesty of Philadelphia's famed Fairmount Park!
Thu, Nov 29Venture CafeCurious about conducting? Looking for a fun afternoon break? Come satisfy your baton envy with us at this FREE event in Philadelphia!- Mon, Nov 26WRTI-FM 90.1 Temple University Public RaJeri Lynne Johnson and members of Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra perform live on air on WRTI-FM 90.1
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