Sunday, December 31, 2017

January 6, 2018 5:00-7:00PM Celebración del Día de Reyes at The Kimmel Center

ralcenter.org
Consulmex Filadelfia, Mexican Cultural Center Philadelphia y The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts invitan a celebrar el Día de Reyes.

El sábado 6 de enero de 2018 en The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.

Disfruta de una tarde llena de regalos, piñatas, chocolate caliente y la tradicional "Rosca de Reyes" elaborada por Amigos bakery.

¡Evento gratuito!

¡No faltes!

Para mayor información llama al (215)-592-0410 o escríbenos a info@mexicanculturalcenter.org

January 6, 2018 8:00-11:30PM Salsa Caliente! Three Kings Edition at The Painted Bride

For seasoned salseros and novices alike, Salsa Caliente! is Philly’s premier salsa nightlife series. Inspired by the New York City club scene of the 60s, Caliente invites dancers of any skill level or walk of life to enjoy the live energy of Latin music together. It’s a vision brought to life by Jesse Bermudez, founder of La Asociación de Músicos Latino Americanos (AMLA) and long-time Painted Bride collaborator.

With his help, The Bride’s theater will once again transform into a sultry cabaret-style dancehall and candlelit getaway. The evening begins with a group salsa lesson from Maestro Flaco of Flaco’s Dance Factory, and then, once acquainted with the groove, all dancers are welcome to get down the sounds of a live Latin big band. This season dance along to the all female Latin ensemble Ellas y Amigos.

“Ellas” was founded in 1997 by Donna Bostock/percussionist, Paula Breslin/Drum-set, and Suzzette Ortiz/pianist/vocalist and arranger. Shortly after; bassist Kathy Riddle joined the group becoming a quartet. After a year; saxophonist Lynn Riley and singer Gina Roche joined the band.
The name “Ellas” stands for “them”, feminine plural object. Its mission was to give strong women musicians a place to stretch musically and enjoy the passion of the Latin rhythms and culture. Their repertoire included Latin Jazz, danceable authentic and traditional music from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Brazil as well as original compositions.
The group played in different configurations for almost three decades. Eventually; Ellas became Ellas y Amigos after incorporating men in the group. Some of the musicians included Ted Panama senior, Pedro Cruz ,Rubin Edwards, Orlando Fiol, Mateo Goldstein, Mark Beecher, Chico Huff just to name a few.
The group helped launch the music careers of people such as, Vanissa Santi, Crystal Torres, and Rene Ginnet .They traveled to Cuba, Bolivia, Puerto Rico and locations in the US performing, presenting workshops and gaining knowledge through professional development to enhance the sound of the band. They also opened up for Compay Segundo as well as Nestor Torres.

The Painted Bride
230 Vine St.
Philadelphia, Pa
Tickets: $20

January 6, 2018 7:30-11:30PM An Allstar Tribute to Paul Simon's "Graceland" at Ardmore Music Hall

An Allstar Tribute to Paul Simon's "Graceland"
feat. Bakithi Kumalo (bassist, Graceland / Paul Simon) & his band
at The Ardmore Music Hall

Saturday, January 6th, 2018

Doors: 7:00 PM
Show: 7:30 PM

Tickets --> http://bit.ly/Graceland_AMH

**Bakithi Kumalo**
A tribute set to Paul Simon’s "Graceland" featuring Bakithi Kumalo, the Soweto, South African bassist who played on the album, along with his band.

**Maxfield Gast**

Philadelphia-raised musician and composer Maxfield Gast has been widely recognized for his performance on the alto, tenor, soprano and baritone saxophones and EWI, as well as for his composition. In 2009 he began writing and performing the soundtrack for Louis CK’s hit show Louie as part of the studio band, SweetPro. The show went on to be named the #1 television series of 2011 by Time Magazine and has since won several Primetime Emmy Awards, Critics’ Choice Television Awards, a 2013 Golden Globe nomination, and is currently airing in it’s fourth season. Gast and SweetPro also wrote and performed the music for CK’s Emmy Award winning release, Live at Beacon Theater.

Ardmore Music Hall
23. E. Lancaster Ave.
Philadelphia, Pa

Saturday, December 30, 2017

January 5, 2018 7:30-11:00PM Free First Friday Juerga at Overbrook Garage Studio

Free First Friday Juerga will now take place in January! Join us on January 5 at the Overbrook Garage Studio for an evening of dance, song and community. All are welcome!

January 5, 2018 6:00-9:00PM First Friday at The Barnes: Minas Quintet

Enjoy classic songs like “Mas Que Nada,” “The Girl from Ipanema,” “Strong Black Coffee,” and “Águas de Março,” performed by the internationally acclaimed Brazilian-jazz group Minas. Get up and dance if the spirit—or the rhythm—moves you!

With more than three decades of performing and recording, Minas is known for its blend of Brazilian and American sounds, creating an unforgettable musical tapestry that transports and inspires listeners. Nominated for seven Grammy awards, the band has performed around the world, including in Brazil and in US venues like Lincoln Center in New York and the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.

Minas is composed of Orlando Haddad (guitar, vocals, percussion) and Patricia K. Haddad (keys, vocals, percussion), who are joined tonight by Jim Stager (bass, percussion), Tom Cohen (drums, percussion), and John Swana (EVI, trumpet, valve trombone).
We hope you're free to join us, The Minas Quintet, featuring John Swana, Tom Cohen, Jim Stager, and Orlando and Patricia, at The Barnes Museum Friday, January 5. Sets 6:00-7:00, 7:30-8:30pm. We'll be playing some hot and melodic Bossas, Sambas, and originals along with interspersed batucada drumming. Enjoy music and art. Great atmosphere and bars will be open.

The Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Phone: 215.278.7000
Admission: $28 adults, $10 students

January 5, 2018 3:00-5:00PM 3 Kings Day Celebration and Toy Drive at Taller Puertorriqueño

Music, presents for children, a theatrical presentation, and a parade with the 3 Wise Men. Pre-registration is required. To register your child(ren), find out more, or to donate toys or volunteer, please contact Carlos Pardo at 215-416-3311 or cpardo@tallerpr.org.

Celebración tradicional de los Reyes Magos con música, obra teatral, y regalos para niños. Requiere que los niños se pre-registren.
Taller Puertorriqueño
2600 N. 5th St.
Philadelphia, Pa
Phone: 215-426-3311


January 5, 2018 8:00PM Havana Nights: Cuban Food and Music with Conjunto Philadelphia

FIRST FRIDAYS AT 8PM
HAVANA NIGHTS
A CELEBRATION OF CUBAN MUSIC & FOOD WITH CONJUNTO PHILADELPHIA

Join us for our monthly Cuban music & food series, which features authentic Cuban cuisine, cocktails, and music courtesy of Philly's most exciting Cuban band, Conjunto! The night is FREE to attend with a variety of food and drink specials. A perfect date night or just a night out with friends.

FREE!
World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

Friday, December 29, 2017

January 4, 2018 10:00PM-1:00AM Latin Night at the Lodge at Blue Cross RiverRink

#LatinNightattheLodge at Blue Cross RiverRink at #PennsLanding #Philly on Thursday January 4th! NONSTOP SALSA DANCING es la que hay! El Afro - DJ Rahsaan - will be holding down the soundtrack; Tropical/Cuban salsa dancers Michael and Leilani will be getting everyone in the groove, and the infamous Cuban maestro himself Arturo Stable brings his talented ensemble aka ‘su Tumbao’ to the main stage for all you salseros! Party starts at 10pm sharp, and discounted parking is available too!

Blue Cross RiverRink
101 S Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA, 19106
Tickets: $5-$7

Thursday, December 28, 2017

January 3 - February 23, 2018 Pasion Y Arte presents Winter Flamenco Classes

Pasion Y Arte Flamenco

January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2018 7:00-8:00PM Afro-Cuban Modern Dance Series 1: Congo

This 5-week series will introduce students to the complex rhythms bought to Cuba by enslaved Africans from El Congo. Each lesson starts with a warmup which includes contraction and release technique, pelvic and torso undulations, stretching, and strength building. Traditional folkloric dances (Yuca, Makuta, and Palo) will be introduced. Finally, students will integrate the movements to Cuban contemporary/modern dance. All classes will be accompanied by live drumming. Take all 5 classes for $50 or $12/drop-in.

Sound Space Performing Arts
2511 West Girard Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Online tickets here

Monday, December 25, 2017

December 31, 2017 9:30PM New Year's Eve Bash with PhillyBloco at World Cafe Live

PhillyBloco's twenty members return to World Cafe Live with their raucous mash-up of Samba, Funk, Reggae, and New Orleans 2nd-Line to create the ultimate New Year's Eve Dance Party.

With an opening set by one of Philly's most exciting new bands, Open Hand, this night promises to be a joyful celebration of music, dance, and life!

World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa
Tickets: $40 ADV - $45 DOS + Fees

Sunday, December 24, 2017

December 30, 2017 7:00PM - 2:00AM Pre-New Year's Eve Party with Elvis Bonilla Y Su Orquesta at Isla Verde Cafe

Isla Verde Presents

"NYE Party" 2017
Hola mi gente,
Let's bring in the new year w/ a BANG! With LIVE entertainment, great food & great friends.

Cover $10

LIVE performance by "Elvis Bonilla"
Mixing Live, DJ Poli

**DOORS OPEN AT 7PM**

Isla Verde Cafe'
2725 N. American St.
Phila, PA 19133

Happy New Year!!

December 30, 2017 8:00PM Maze featuring Frankie Beverly at Tower Theater


Tower Theater
69th & Ludlow, Upper Darby, Pennsylvania 19082
Tickets: $59.

December 30, 2017 12:00-7:00PM Kwanzaa Celebration with Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble

UAD- Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble &
UNIVERSAL KWANZAA ALLIANCE
Annual HISTORICAL EVENT with KENNY GAMBLE
Kwanzaa a Celebration of Family, Community and Culture

at AUDENRIED HIGH SCHOOL,
32nd & Morris Street
GPS use / 3301 Tasker Street, Philadelphia, Pa. 19145
Philadelphia, Pa. 19145

featuring the Legendary SONIA SANCHEZ at 2pm

12noon to 8:00pm MARKET PLACE, VENDORS

2pm to 7:00pm ENTERTAINMENT

Culturally Conscious please bring your family, and friends and let’s celebrate our heritage and roots

THIS WILL BE A TRUE CULTURAL FAMILY REUNION

Contact:Mshujaa Bro Robert Dickerson & Mpaiji Sis. Wanda Dickerson
Universal African Dance /(856) 365-4817, UccUpk@aol.com
VENDOR info- Queen Nina Bolden- (267) 978-1256

Saturday, December 23, 2017

December 29, 2017 7:00-10:45PM Caro and Bronson's Birthday Show at Paris Bistro

Come celebrate the birthdays of Caro Canción (12/28) and Bronson (12/29) with live music, French food and dancing. De Tierra Caliente will make you forget the weather forecast!

Paris Bistro
8229 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19118

December 29, 2017 7:15PM Worldtown Soundsystem at Philadelphia Museum of Art

An evening of guided meditation, art making, yoga, performances, and more. Final Fridays are free with Museum admission.

DIY Art: Reflect & Record
5:30–6:15 p.m.
6:30–7:15 p.m.
Grab a keepsake notebook and consider the past twelve months. Designed by memoirist Beth Kephart and artist William Sulit, both workshops will help you create a personal memoir of your year.
Space is limited; first come, first served.
DIY Art: Symbolic Stitchery with Artist Marie Elcin
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Create a mandala of concentric shapes with fiber artist Marie Elcin. Learn simple embroidery techniques and center yourself through the meditative repetition of stitching.

Detour with Hariprasad Kowtha
5:45 & 6:30 p.m.
Practice museum mindfulness in this unconventional tour. Seek out peaceful spaces in the building and partake in exercises designed to rejuvenate mind and body.

Holistic Healing: Laughter & Meditation Playshop
6:00 p.m. (program length: 60–80 minutes)
Laugh yourself into wellness with sound healers Laraaji and Arji OceAnanda. This interactive experience features call-and-response chanting, laugh-therapy drills, deep relaxation exercises, and healing meditation.

Dhyana Yoga: Vinyasa with John Vitarelli
6:15 p.m.
Release all that tension from the past year with breath-synchronized movements. Led by John Vitarelli of Dhyana Yoga
Space is limited; first come, first served.

Dhyana Yoga: Slow Flow with Diana Vitarelli
6:15 p.m.
Meditative motions that remind you to make the moments, and poses, last. Led by Diana Vitarelli of Dhyana Yoga
Space is limited; first come, first served.

Music: Worldtown Soundsystem
7:15 p.m.
Great Stair Hall, 1st floor
This house music outfit that unites electronic dance music with global rhythms.

Sunday, December 17, 2017

December 23, 2017 4:30-6:00PM Afro-Brazilian Percussion Class with Dende Macedo

Saturday Class Series with Dende Macedo this Winter: 4 weeks including December 2, 9, 16 and 23. Join master percussionist Dende for the next series of classes in Afro-Brazilian percussion for just $15.

Students will learn to play timbal, caixa, surdo, repique, xequere, tamborim, pandeiro and much more with a former member of Timbalada! Dendê will teach you proper technique, exercises, tuning and maintenance, improvisations and soloing, traditional rhythms from candomble and samba de roda as well as the original rhythms and breaks from bands like Timbalada, Ilê Aiyê and Olodum.

Dendê is a percussionist, singer, composer, bandleader, teacher, and multi-instrumentalist. He’s been a professional musician since the age of 14, when he appeared in the frontline of Timbalada, Carlinhos Brown’s superstar percussion ensemble. With Timbalada, Dendê toured all over Brazil, Europe and Asia, appared on various television shows and has performed and recorded with such artists as Marisa Monte, Gilberto Gil, Carlinhos Brown, Ivete Sangalo and Sepultura. Having left Brazil in 2001, Dendê lived in NYC until 2014 and now lives in Philadelphia, performing and recording with his groups Dendê & Band, Arrastão, Ologundê, and Samba de Três. With these groups he has toured all over the US and Europe. In addition to his own work, he has his performed and recorded with artists such as Dance Brazil, Melvin Gibbs, Graham Haynes, Giovanni Hidalgo, Zakir Hussain, David Byrne and Vinicius Cantuária among many others. Register now to reserve your instrument.

Email mamadele@mamadele.com with questions.

Wissahickon Dance Academy
38 E. School House Lane
Philadelphia, Pa 19144
$15.

December 23, 2017 8:00PM - 2:00AM Hector Rosado Y Orquesta Hache at Isla Verde Cafe

Let's Get Out and Celebrate In True Salsa Style!
This Week at Isla Verde Cafe experience the HIGH energy & sophisticated crowd enjoying the BEST Salsa Music by DJ Spanky

Hector Rosado y orquesta "Hache" at Isla Verde Cafe
*Drinks Specials
*BEST Tapas in town
$10 cover

Isla Verde Cafe
2725 N. American St.
Phila, PA 19133
(215) 426-3600
Celebrate your Birthday with us!!!
Info/Reserv's: Maria (267) 949-6401

Saturday, December 16, 2017

December 22, 2017 10:30PM-2:00AM Worldtown's Travel by Map with Dende Macedo

Worldtown Presents : Travel by Map

An international sonic safari

Featuring internationally recognized percussionist Dende Macedo (Bahia, Brazil).

++ Worldtown Djs Ben Arsenal and Oluwafemi

Internationally flavored dance music

$5 before midnight, $10 after
21+

Front Street Cafe
Liaison Room
1253 N. Front St.
Philadelphia, Pa

Wednesday, December 13, 2017

December 19, 2017 8:00PM -Midnight : Hawk Tubley's Holiday Hullabaloo

You are invited to join Hawk Tubley & The Ozymandians and their Special Guests for the first annual HAWK TUBLEY HOLIDAY HULLABALLOO. That's the eighth day of Hanukkah and less than a week before Mr. Claus comes barrelling down the chimney. This party will be the perfect chance to forget the national humbuggery, hang out and have a drink with friends, and enjoy some good music.

Hawk Tubley and The Ozymandians (Andres Villamil, Andy Davis, Dave Cope and Michael Szekely) blend folk, rock, punk, country and jazz influences to create their own idiosyncratic sound which has been called "unexpectedly psychedelic." Their most recent album is Pond Kings In April, available on Bandcamp.

Planet.MD are a duo featuring Barbara Duncan on drums and ANKH FYRE on vocals. Some might describe their style as "Afro-Futurism" but they describe themselves as "not your average praise & worship team." Their music is original, funky, and not like anything you've seen before. And they are a lot of fun.

Nick Millevoi is an incredible guitarist, recently back from London where he was featured on the BBC. He might play anything from a jazz interpretation of a Willie Nelson tune to a space age original Christmas song. His song explorations are joyful, fascinating and very satisfying.

21+ only.
$5 cover charge.
The Tusk
430 South Street (above Woolly Mammoth)
Philadelphia, Pa

January 2, 2018: Due to the sudden and tragic death of the owner of Woolly Mammoth, this has been rescheduled for March 1, 2018.

Monday, December 11, 2017

December 17, 2017 7:00-10:00PM Harlem Nutcracker at Rittenhouse Soundworks

The South Philly Big Band featuring Thad Jones
performs
Harlem Nutcracker .....Duke Ellington/Bill Strayhorn
Overture
Toot Toot
Sugar Rum
Entracte*
Peanut Briddle Brigade
Volga Vouty
Dance of the Floreadores

-Intermission-

South Philly………….. Danny Jonokuchi

The Christmas Song…………… Arranged by Danny Jonokuchi

Silent Night…………………. Arranged by Jack Saint Clair

White Christmas…………………. Arranged by Nick Lombardelli

First Noel…………………. Arranged by Elliot Bild

This Christmas……………. Arranged by Danny Jonokuchi

The South Philly Big Band is comprised of the top working jazz musicians in the city's jazz scene today, as well as up and coming young artists. Led by saxophonist Chris Oatts, the group is grounded in the music of Thad Jones, Count Basie, and Duke Ellington, and plays compositions penned anywhere from the 1920's to present day. The band continues to perform on a monthly basis in Center City Philadelphia and has performed with world-renowned jazz musicians Walt Weiskopf, Ignacio Berroa and Steve Fidyk. The ensemble continually commissions and performs new music from Philadelphia and New York based composers.

Rittenhouse Soundworks
219 W Rittenhouse St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19144
Tickets $10 at the door; free parking in the lot next door

December 17, 2017 7:30-9:00PM 8th Annual Big Push Neighborhood Holiday Concert

The 8th Annual Big Push Neighborhood Holiday Concert. Come together, celebrate…and don’t be afraid!

All proceeds go directly to rebuilding Puerto Rico. Donations at the door.
Adults $20, Children under 12 free
No one turned away.

Special guests include:
Directly from Puerto Rico, percussionist Raul Berrios and his 9-year-old son, Asaf playing steel drum
…and very special guest, legendary Philadelphia funk band Breakwater, who will be joined for this performance only by the Big Push band horns.

Calvary United Methodist Church - Philadelphia
801 S 48th St, (48th and Baltimore Ave)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19143

Sunday, December 10, 2017

December 16, 2017 4:30-6:00PM Afro-Brazilian Percussion Class with Dende Macedo

Saturday Class Series with Dende Macedo this Winter: 4 weeks including December 2, 9, 16 and 23. Join master percussionist Dende for the next series of classes in Afro-Brazilian percussion for just $15.

Students will learn to play timbal, caixa, surdo, repique, xequere, tamborim, pandeiro and much more with a former member of Timbalada! Dendê will teach you proper technique, exercises, tuning and maintenance, improvisations and soloing, traditional rhythms from candomble and samba de roda as well as the original rhythms and breaks from bands like Timbalada, Ilê Aiyê and Olodum.

Dendê is a percussionist, singer, composer, bandleader, teacher, and multi-instrumentalist. He’s been a professional musician since the age of 14, when he appeared in the frontline of Timbalada, Carlinhos Brown’s superstar percussion ensemble. With Timbalada, Dendê toured all over Brazil, Europe and Asia, appared on various television shows and has performed and recorded with such artists as Marisa Monte, Gilberto Gil, Carlinhos Brown, Ivete Sangalo and Sepultura. Having left Brazil in 2001, Dendê lived in NYC until 2014 and now lives in Philadelphia, performing and recording with his groups Dendê & Band, Arrastão, Ologundê, and Samba de Três. With these groups he has toured all over the US and Europe. In addition to his own work, he has his performed and recorded with artists such as Dance Brazil, Melvin Gibbs, Graham Haynes, Giovanni Hidalgo, Zakir Hussain, David Byrne and Vinicius Cantuária among many others. Register now to reserve your instrument.

Email mamadele@mamadele.com with questions.

Wissahickon Dance Academy
38 E. School House Lane
Philadelphia, Pa 19144
$15.

December 16, 2017 9:00PM-2:00AM Combo Melaza at Isla Verde Cafe

Let's Get Out and Celebrate In True Salsa Style!
This Week at Isla Verde Cafe experience the HIGH energy & sophisticated crowd enjoying the BEST Salsa Music by Miguel Lebron

LIVE BAND Combo Melaza

*Drinks Specials
*BEST Tapas in town
*$10 Cover

Isla Verde Cafe
2725 N. American St.
Phila, PA 19133
(215) 426-3600

December 16, 2017 7:00-10:00PM Latin Jazz Sessions at Tierra Colombiana Restaurant

Tierra Colombiana proudly announces the beginning of the Holiday season with our very own Jazz sessions, featuring the Latin sounds of Héctor Rosado. Join us on December 9 and December 16, from 7-10 p.m. and enjoy a taste of Culture!

Tierra Colombiana Restaurant
4535 North 5th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19140

December 16, 2017 9:00PM-2:00AM IndigeniUs : Afro-Caribbean Party

EXCLUSIVELY an Afro-Caribbean party, playing music from the Motherland & Diaspora all night.

• $5 to Enter
• BYOB + Food
• Bring a Drum (djembe, bongo, conga, etc.)
* Afro-Caribbean Attire necessary

906 S 49th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143-3404

December 16, 2017 3:00-7:00PM First Christmas Bazaar of Casa de Venezuela

This will be the first Christmas Bazaar of Casa de Venezuela, and we want you to enjoy and be part of our traditions.

This event is for all ages. We will have our traditional Christmas food, drinks, games, music and more.

Also we will have a special guest, the Ensamble of Casa de Venezuela, playing our Venezuelan Parranda.

Don’t miss this event and share the spirit with everyone!

If you want more information or want to be part of this, please email us to info@casadevenezuela.net with your name, contact number and the info about how you want to be part of it.

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Este será el primer Bazar Navideño de Casa de Venezuela en el área de Filadelfia. Tendremos el tipico plato navideño, regalos para la familia y mucha musica.
Como invitados especiales estarán la Parranda de Casa de Venezuela animando la noche y llenando de magia Venezolana esta hermosa ciudad.
Los esperamos!

Para mayor informacion o si desean participar con un puesto, enviar un email a info@casadevenezuela.net con su nombre, numero de contacto e informacion del puesto.

Guerin Recreation Center
2201 S 16th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145

December 16, 2017 6:00PM Philly Hip-Hop Awards at The Trocadero

6:00 PM
Trocadero
1003 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA, 19107

Tickets: $25-$35







Saturday, December 9, 2017

December 15-17, 2017 8:00-10:00PM Black Kid Joy at The Arts Bank

Friday, December 15, 2017 8:00-10:00PM
Saturday, December 16 2017 6:00-8:00PM
Sunday, December 16, 2017 6:00-8:00PM
Tickets: $35 + $2.75 fee
The Arts Bank
601 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

December 15, 2016 5:45-8:15PM Friday Nights at PMA: Feliz Navidad

​Heat up your holiday season with son jarocho, traditional dance music of southern Mexico. Enjoy performances by Radio Jarocho and Zenén Zeferino.

Free after museum admission($20 nonmembers: members free)
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia,PA

Tuesday, December 5, 2017

December 11, 2017 7:00PM Musical Fundraiser for Puerto Rico at A Seed on Diamond Gallery

Monday December 11th - join us as we host a musical fundraiser for Puerto Rico Independent Musicians & Artists - PRIMA, who assists #puertorico based indie musicians who cannot continue their careers & who need great support in helping get their lives back together (due to the catastrophic effects of the hurricanes). Live music by indie artists Ani Cordero & Daniel de Jesús! Doors open at 7pm. It’s all happening at A Seed on Diamond Gallery - 124 Diamond Street #Philly. #AfroTainoWinter2018 — with Ani Cordero.
$10

December 11, 2017 8:00-11:00PM La NOCHE: Free Live Latin Music and Dance Party at The Kimmel Center

The Kimmel Center is about to turn up the heat on MONDAY like Philly has never felt before with La NOCHE - a once-a-month FREE LIVE LATIN MUSIC & DANCING event.

8-9PM – The La NOCHE Band

9PM - M.A.K.U. Soundsystem
We kick off the party with The La NOCHE Band, led by master percussionist Arturo Stable. We then welcome a different guest group to light up the floor. There will be music by DJ Kevin Ngo in between band sets to get your Salsa & Bachata on.

Mark your calendar and please help share this exciting news by sharing, tagging & inviting.

The Kimmel Center
300 S. Broad St.
Philadelphia, Pa
FREE!

Monday, December 4, 2017

December 10, 2017 7:30PM Crossroads Concerts: Rose Tatuata: Sicilian Roots Music

Love of Sicilian and Southern Italian roots music drives Rosa Tatuata to passionately interpret the traditions and melodies of their ancestors. Just as their name comes from Tennessee Williams’ beloved play about the happy, raucous collision of immigrant and American cultures, their performance relates that incredible commingling to their beloved audience through song!

Fueled by their research into traditional instruments like the tamburo (Sicilian frame drum), organetto (a type of button accordion), marranzano (jaw harp) and zampogna (bagpipes), Rosa Tatuata introduces traditional songs into different musical contexts that rhythmically mirror the commingling of Old and New Worlds. With an enchanting mix of ballads and dance tunes, they will take your imagination to sunbathed Southern Italy and the clear, crystal-blue waters surrounding Sicily.

Crossroads Concerts
CALVARY CENTER
801 South 48th Street
(at Baltimore Avenue)
Philadelphia, PA 19143

Tickets: $10-$30 sliding scale

December 10, 2017 1:00-4:00PM Rhythms of Resistance and Healing at The Cannery

Join us for an afternoon of music, resistance and healing.
Feel free to bring a dish or drink to share. Family Friendly!

This event will be a fundraiser for artist led community relief efforts in Puerto Rico, in particular funds will go toward:
El Serrucho at Beta-Local> you can read more about them here:
http://betalocal.org/el-serrucho-post-maria/

Featuring:
//Daniel DeJesús //
http://www.celloeye.com/
The musician and multi-media artist, Daniel de Jesús was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His art artwork and music are a fusion Baroque music and art, pop-culture and the history Puerto Rico and South America. De Jesús is also an accomplished cellist with eight studio recordings of his own music. Contextually, the music translates ideas of mysticism, spirituality, and mythic fantasy.

\\ Interminable \\
https://www.interminablemusic.com/
Interminable is a Philadelphia-based dyasporic space jazz project, born out of a chance encounter on the train. Through their music, Interminable gives voice to socio-political themes often ignored, like displacement, migration, and identity. Interminable searches for common threads of improvisation throughout son jarocho (from Veracruz, México), jazz, rock, classical, and electronic music.

//Shanti LaLita //
https://shantilalita.bandcamp.com/
Shanti Lalita is a cellist, composer, writer and producer that focuses her work on the creation of soundscapes, translating poetry into music and vice-versa. Narrative is key for the format in which she presents sound art, using a musical approach to voice meditations on personal matters, social and political ideas, and other more mystical aspects of life. Shanti was a radio producer and musician from San Juan before recently moving to NY.

and more special guests to be announced!!

The Cannery
2322 S. 10th Street
Philadelphia, Pa 19148

Sunday, December 3, 2017

December 9, 2017 4:30-6:00PM Afro-Brazilian Percussion Class with Dende Macedo

Saturday Class Series with Dende Macedo this Winter: 4 weeks including December 2, 9, 16 and 23. Join master percussionist Dende for the next series of classes in Afro-Brazilian percussion for just $15.

Students will learn to play timbal, caixa, surdo, repique, xequere, tamborim, pandeiro and much more with a former member of Timbalada! Dendê will teach you proper technique, exercises, tuning and maintenance, improvisations and soloing, traditional rhythms from candomble and samba de roda as well as the original rhythms and breaks from bands like Timbalada, Ilê Aiyê and Olodum.

Dendê is a percussionist, singer, composer, bandleader, teacher, and multi-instrumentalist. He’s been a professional musician since the age of 14, when he appeared in the frontline of Timbalada, Carlinhos Brown’s superstar percussion ensemble. With Timbalada, Dendê toured all over Brazil, Europe and Asia, appared on various television shows and has performed and recorded with such artists as Marisa Monte, Gilberto Gil, Carlinhos Brown, Ivete Sangalo and Sepultura. Having left Brazil in 2001, Dendê lived in NYC until 2014 and now lives in Philadelphia, performing and recording with his groups Dendê & Band, Arrastão, Ologundê, and Samba de Três. With these groups he has toured all over the US and Europe. In addition to his own work, he has his performed and recorded with artists such as Dance Brazil, Melvin Gibbs, Graham Haynes, Giovanni Hidalgo, Zakir Hussain, David Byrne and Vinicius Cantuária among many others. Register now to reserve your instrument.

Email mamadele@mamadele.com with questions.

Wissahickon Dance Academy
38 E. School House Lane
Philadelphia, Pa 19144
$15.

December 9, 2017 8:30PM-Midnight Ryan Tennis Album Release Party at Milkboy

Ryan Tennis (Album Release Show)
w/ Ginger Coyle
Tweener sets from West Powelton Steppers & Drum Squad (Official 76ers Drum Line)
Saturday, December 9th 2017
at MilkBoy
1100 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

7:30pm Doors
8:30pm Show
21+

$12 Advance / $15 Day of Show
***Free copy of the EP included with ticket***
Tickets on sale now :: http://bit.ly/RyanTennisMilkBoy

Saturday, December 2, 2017

December 8, 2017 5:45-8:15PM Friday Nights: Rhenda Fearrington and Friends at PMA


Free after museum admission($20 nonmembers: members free)
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia,PA

December 8, 2017 10:00PM - 2:00AM Gran Amanecer Gaitero Christmas Party at Lucha Cartel

Regresando a los '90, este año traemos la fiesta del "Amancer Gaitero" para revivir nuestras festividades.
Vengan a disfrutar de una buena noche con la mejor musica navideña de Venezuela con el Tren Gaitero y Dj Leo.

Tickets:
$15 Online
$20 Door

Evento para mayores de edad.

Lucha Cartel
207 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

December 8, 2017 9:00PM-3:00AM S.A.L.E.A. Latin Christmas Party with Anthony Colon

S.A.L.E.A. LATIN NIGHT Christmas Party At The FOP December 8, 2017 From 9pm-3am with 2hrs food 9-11pm also with a Live Band Anthony Colon and his Band also DJ Dro playing the hottest hit's. All for $15 at the door with lots of free parking and discount drinks all night. Dress code no sneakers and baseball hats. Dress hats are good.

December 8, 2017 6:00-8:00PM Brazilian Music Story and Rhythms Class w Rafael Pondé

Workshop with Rafael Pondé , join the brazilian singer songwriter Rafael Pondé and learn about brazilian music story and rhythms for different instruments for just $20, link for the ticket
Students will learn how to play some brazilian rhythms ( Xote, Samba e Ijexá) in different instruments like Guitar, Bass, Drum set and also some brazilian drums. Rafael will teach the basic principles and claves for those rhythms as well as the story behind them.

Rafael Pondé, an accomplished Philadelphia-based musician, originally from Diamba, Salvador, in The State of Bahia, Brazil, promotes cultural understanding and combats racism through music. Early recognition began in 1999, when he participated in the Bahian Music Festival by University of Vitória da Conquista. Here. he and The Curupira band won blessing of Waly Salomão, one of the greatest "Tropicalia" poets. This led to Rafael being placed in the hall of the greats "novissimos baianos.” Waly traveled with the young Rafael to São Paulo to record the program "Música brasileira" in the studios of Trama, with João Marcelo Bôscoli, the son of the legendary Elis Regina.

Rafael Pondé has recorded four albums. He has toured Europe and Latin America, and has played in The Weltkulture festival in Germany. ​In 2014, he was invited to come to the USA to work with the musical company Sconnection as a performer and recording musician.

In 2016, Rafael was elected as "Brazilian cultural ambassador" for the program "Partners of America.” His workshops and speeches share Brazilian culture and focus on building cultural understanding and overcoming racism through music and the arts.In 2010, while living in Rio de Janeiro released his short documentary "O novíssimo baiano" directed by Helio Rodrigues.

2102 E. Dauphin St.
Philadelphia, Pa
$20.

December 8, 2017 7:00PM TV Quintet - Philly Meets Harlem at CEC

Part of The Producers Guild 2nd Friday’s Jazz Concert Series on Lancaster Avenue Philadelphia Native/Drummer Tim Vaughan unites a dynamic Quintet of musicians together for what is sure to be an unforgettable night of music.

Playing the music of Wayne Shorter from his “Wayning Moments” album this unit will recreate a vibe that was first initiated in NYC when Tim Vaughan joined forces with trumpeter Satish Robertson and Saxophonist Stephen Hall for a performance at The Farafina club in Harlem for a birthday celebration in honor of (the late) New York music promoter Benjamin Urreta. This performance will be given in honor and dedication to Ben Ureeta as he particularly loved this album and was the catalyst for bringing these musical forces together.

Trumpet: Satish Robertson
Saxophone: Stephen Hall
Piano: Marcell Bellinger
Bass: Dr. Bert Harris
Drums: Tim Vaughan

$15 admission/ which includes light refreshments

“Music is medicine......A healing force” Come support live music in Philadelphia.

Community Education Center
3500 Lancaster Ave
Philadelphia, Pa

December 8 and 9, 2017 9:00PM-1:00AM Rebirth Brass Band at Underground Arts

Rebirth Brass Band at Underground Arts
Friday, December 8th, 2017 + Saturday, December 9th, 2017
21+ | Doors: 8PM | Show: 9PM

Tickets:
12/8: http://bit.ly/Rebirth_Tix_Night1
12/9: http://bit.ly/Rebirth_Tix_Night2

◊ Rebirth Brass Band ◊

Simply put, The Rebirth Brass Band is an institution. Formed in 1983, the band has long since graduated from the streets of New Orleans to theaters and festivals all over the world. Rebirth is committed to upholding the tradition of brass bands while at the same time incorporating modern music into their show. Their signature brand of heavy funk has placed them among the world’s top brass bands and they are the hands-down favorite among the younger generation. In reference to the sometimes-stringent competition amongst brass bands, Offbeat magazine remarked, “…it’s clear that Rebirth, which boasts 10 albums and has traveled the world, is the band to beat.

Underground Arts
1200 Callowhill St.
Philadelphia, Pa

December 8, 2017 8:30PM The York Street Hustle Holiday Spectacular at Union Transfer - Philadelphia

The York Street Hustle

Each week, ten musicians arrive at a former South Philadelphia funeral home where, one by one, they unload their old tube amps and vintage gear. Once inside, the classic sounds of the 1960s are reinvigorated, reenergized and reborn. Legends, like Stevie, Aretha and the Four Tops; lesser-known artists including Donny Hathaway, Arthur Conley and Betty Everett – all are given new life.

In a few short years the York Street Hustle has gone from filling tiny South Street bars to repeated sell outs of WXPN’s World Cafe Live. Their repertoire now spans over ​9​0 songs including more than a decade worth of Detroit, Memphis and Chicago soul. This is not your typical Motown band. With grit, sweat, and attention to detail, The York Street Hustle is the Northeast’s premier 10-piece 1960s soul tribute.

​Join the band for their annual holiday spectacular, including many Motown and Soul holiday favorites!

The York Street Hustle is:
Allison Polans, vocals
Imani Roach, vocals
Ryan Williams, vocals
Big Heat, guitar
Brendan McGeehan, bass
Alec Meltzer, drums
Mike Kania, saxophone
Vince Tampio, trumpet
Nate Gonzalez, keys
Corey Mark, percussion

VENUE INFORMATION:
Union Transfer
1026 Spring Garden St.
Philadelphia, PA, 19123

Tickets: $15 + $5.04 fee