February 5, 2023 Not So Big Band Concerts: Reed Bodenstein's Storm Chasers

 

Welcome Reed Bodenstein’s Storm Chasers for the 7th installment of the Notsobigband Series! Music starts at 7!

1440 W. Ritner St.

Philadelphia, PA

$10 at the door suggested donation

February 5, 2023 9:00PM-1:00AM Salsa and Bachata with Live Band at Morea

 

February 5, 2023 10:00AM-5:00PM PECO Free First Sunday Family Day: Collaborative Sounds at the Barnes Foundation

 

Join us for FREE on Sunday, 2/2 from 10 AM – 5 PM for PECO Free First Sunday Family Day: Collaborative Sounds 

This February, we’re celebrating Black History Month with percussion performances by Sistahs Laying Down Hands Collective, including a tribute to Nina Simone. Experience the power of rhythm, find stories of music and melodies in our galleries, and learn more with our family fun activities.

Tickets are free, but registration is required. Registration opens 2/2 at 10 AM.

Activities include:
 10 AM – 4 PM | Art Activities | ages 2+
Join us for art activities and play. Perfect for the whole family!
 10:30 – 11 AM + 11:15 – 11:45 AM | Storytime | ages 2+
Stories and fun for ages 2 and up. This month’s theme is all about percussion sounds and beats!
 1 - 1:45 PM + 2:30 - 3:15 PM | Percussion Performance | Sistahs Laying Down Hands
Sistahs Laying Down Hands Collective bring the beats for Black History Month with a special salute to Nina Simone. Their first set will include an interactive storytime with dancing and songs; their second set will feature original music with poetry dedicated to Simone’s revolutionary approach to justice for all.

Free but must register here

2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130
215.278.7000

February 3, 2023 8:00-11:00PM Friday Night Rumba at iMPeRFeCT Gallery***Canceled due to no building heat***

 

Rumba is canceled for Feb. 3rd.

Rumbas are informal gatherings of musicians and music enthusiasts of many nationalities, all united by our love of this Afro Cuban tradition. We drum, sing, dance and share food and drinks. Rumbas are NOT performances, they're an immersive experience, free and open to the public. Donations are appreciated.

5539 Germantown Ave.

Philadelphia, PA

February 3, 2023 9:00PM Viernes Calientes: Guachinangos Latin Dance Party at World Cafe Live

 

Guachinangos: Rhythms & music from son jarocho and cumbia tradition.

Admission is FREE! RSVP is not required and does not guarantee entry. To make a reservation and guarantee a seat, click here or call 215-222-1400.

The Lounge is a full-service restaurant & bar that opens at 6pm – check out our dinner menu here.

Viernes Calientes
Put on your dancing shoes and join us in The Lounge for our free First Friday series, Viernes Calientes. Get ready to drink, dine, and dance the night away with live music from Guachinangos!

World Cafe Live

3025 Walnut St.

Philadelphia, PA

February 3, 2023 6:00-9:00PM First Friday at the Barnes: Jakeya Limitless

 

Enjoy an evening of art, live music, cocktails, and light fare at our monthly First Friday mixer.

Tonight, we’re presenting two sets by Philly-based singer-songwriter Jakeya Limitless. The indie-soul artist brings love, acceptance, and genre-defying musicality to her live performances. Limitless has entertained audiences around the world and worked with an impressive range of artists, including Dorinda Clark-Cole, Patti Labelle, Aloe Blacc, and Jazmine Sullivan. This February, she brings her one-of-a-kind sound to the Barnes.

Live music sets:
6:30 and 7:45pm

First Friday at the Barnes includes access to the collection galleries.

Cocktails and light fare are available for purchase. Seating is limited.

2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130
215.278.7000

Get directions

Tickets: 

$28; National, Patron, and Contributor members and students $10; Supporters and Sustainers free

February 1, 2023 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Elijah Cole with Tim Brey

 

Next Wednesday!! Join us as we welcome the incredible Elijah Cole and Tim Brey to Notsolatin. It all starts at 7pm. See you there

$10 Suggested Donation
1440 W Ritner St Phila Pa

January 31, 2023 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Steven Perry's Dual Identity

 

Tuesday January 31st!! Welcome the incredible Steven Perry and Dual Identity to the Notsolatin Stage. Hear him lead both from the kit and the vibes! It all starts at 7pm, see you there!

$10 Suggested Donation

1440 W Ritner Street Phila Pa

January 29, 2023 7:00PM Mister Mann Presents: The Female Takeover at City Winery

 

City Winery Philadelphia presents Mister Mann Presents: The Female Takeover live on Sunday January 29th at 7:00 PM. 

Sunny Dee, music director for 'Mister Mann's Jam Session', is taking GIRL POWER to the next level with a collective of jaw dropping female talent. Not only has the popular Philly drummer put together an incredible lineup of musicians and singers, the night will kick off with a set by the skilled DJ G33K. The vibe at "Female Takeover" events in the past has been super chill with audiences who appreciate spontaneous live music and a rockin' good time. Come see what all of the hype is about!
 

• CITY WINERY PHILADELPHIA
• 990 FILBERT STREET
  PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107

Main Stage

• Sunday Jan 29 2023

5:00 PM Doors / 7:00 PM Start

BUY TICKETSENTER A PROMOTION CODE

Stage Premier	$30
Premier	$27
Gallery	$25
Rear Gallery	$23
Mezzanine	$20

January 28, 2023 7:30PM AfroTaino and City Winery Present: Gregorio Uribe

 

City Winery and AfroTaino Present: Gregorio Uribe live on Saturday January 28th at 7:30 PM. 
 
An established singer, songwriter, accordionist and big band leader, Uribe was born in Bogotá, Colombia and is currently based in New York City. Emerging as a graduate from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, Uribe has made a name for himself in the Latin music scene of both New York City and Boston. Well known for leading the Gregorio Uribe Big Band, a 16-piece orchestra that blends cumbia and other Colombian rhythms with powerful big band arranging, Uribe released  "Cumbia Universal" (Zoho Music) featuring 8-time GRAMMY-winner and Latin music icon Rubén Blades in October 2015. Upon its release the debut album for the big band hit the Billboard charts and received widespread critical acclaim with performances selling out at Jazz at Lincoln Center in NY, Villa Victoria Center for the Arts in Boston and two concerts at the celebrated Teatro Colón in his native Bogotá, Colombia.

Main Stage

• Saturday Jan 28 2023

6:00 PM Doors / 7:30 PM Start

BUY TICKETSENTER A PROMOTION CODE

Stage Premier	$30
Premier	$28
Gallery	$25
Rear Gallery	$22
Mezzanine	$20

Available

• CITY WINERY PHILADELPHIA
• 990 FILBERT STREET
  PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107

January 27, 2023 5:00-11:00PM iMPeRFeCT Gallery Art Opening Reception and Friday Night Rumba

Opening Reception & Rumba

Join us for the opening reception for the new exhibitions, four great reasons to visit! The lights will go out around 8:30 and Friday Night Rumba will go on after the reception until... 11ish 

EXHIBITIONS
FRoNTRooM
TERRELL HALSEY "Ascend: Beyond The Veil"
BaCKRooM
RENNY MOLENAAR "Lighter Statements"
GReaT GLaSS eLeVaToR
KAANG THA GROOVE "PNDH Peace Zen Garden"
THe ReDRooM

5539 Germantown Ave.

Philadelphia, PA

January 26, 2023 7:00-10:00PM The AIRLFT Series at The Irish Center: JUPITER BLUE TRIO

 

The galaxy hopping, first couple of the Sun Ra Arkestra beam into Mt. Airy along with SLF Alum & bassist extraordinaire Matt Engle. They will be performing original and improvised sounds along with many of your favorites - Fantastic food, drinks and of course THE MUSIC - Mt. Airy's Historical and Live Music Spot. Join us on the last Thursday of every month for the AIRLFIT series curated by Kevin Diehl at the CJBACC!

Commodore Barry Arts and Cultural Center

6815 Emlen St

Philadelphia, PA

Free admission

January 25, 2023 8:00-10:30PM Jesse MALPICA Bermudez: Orquesta La Paz, with Flaco's Dance Factory at the Kimmel

Nightlife at the Kimmel (8:00 PM-10:30 PM)

From bebop to hip-hop, neo-soul to salsa, the music doesn’t stop at the Kimmel after dark! Join us for an eclectic series of performance events including partnerships with Jazz Philadelphia, Jesse MALPICA Bermudez, and AFROTAINO.

Concessions provided by Garces.

Commonwealth Plaza

Inside the Kimmel Center

300 S Broad St

Philadelphia, PA 19102

Free admission

 

January 24, 2023 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts presents: Dick and Chris Oatts

 

TUESDAY!! Come by Notsolatin to hear an incredible quintet led by none other than Dick and Chris Oatts!! Saxophone fans, you don’t want to miss this one.

Piano: Tim Brey

Bass: Sam Harris

Drums: Byron "Wookie" Landham

$10 Suggested Donation

1440 W Ritner Street Phila PA

January 23, 2023 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts presents: Mervin Toussaint 4tet

 

Join us next monday, January 23rd as we present the incredible original music of Mervin Toussaint! Music starts at 7pm, hope to see you there. Stay tuned for an amazing lineup of music in the next few months.

$10 Suggested Donation

1440 W Ritner St, Philadelphia Pa

January 21, 2023 10:00PM-2:00AM Mobbluz Welcome Home Jam at TIME Restaurant

 

Just in case anybody wanna jam with us after the game
We got some friends hanging with us throughout the night! E Mack Music , Latriece Branson , Stephanie Phillips , Rebel

1315 Sansom St.

No cover before 10pm: $5 cover after 10PM

January 21, 2023 1:00PM Basic Dabke Dance Workshop at Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture

 

Location

Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture
3645 Lancaster Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19104

About

Join us at the Al-Bustan Hub for a Dabke dance workshop on January 21st at 1PM. Register today!

Workshop Details:

Location: Al-Bustan Hub 3645 Lancaster Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19104

Date: January 21, 2023

Time: 1:00 PM

Ticket Price: Free

About the workshop:

Join us at the Al-Bustan Hub for a Dabke dance workshop on January 21st at 1PM.  Dabke is lively dance done in a line with dancers holding hands and moving in unison from the Levantine.  It's a celebratory dance performed at weddings and various other celebrations. Participants will learn fundamental Dabke steps and have the opportunity to explore the fancy footwork of a Dabke line leader.  Bring your friends and wear comfortable clothing. If you have any inquiries about the event or dance, contact meeshadance@gmail.com. 

January 21, 2023 10:00AM-12:00PM Family Funday at the Kimmel: Musicopia: Afro-Brazilian Music, Dance, and Martial Arts, featuring Ologundê

 

Family Fundays at the Kimmel (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

Entertain your littlest art lovers at the Plaza! Ignite imaginations with an array of enchanting performances and hands-on activities.

Ologundê ensemble celebrates the rich Afro-Brazilian culture of Salvador, Bahia through a diverse repertoire of music, dance and martial arts.  Bring your littlest arts lovers and experience a diverse repertoire which includes the rituals associated with the Afro-Brazilian religion called candomblé; the breathtaking capoeira martial arts dance; and the exhilarating samba de roda. 

The US-based Ologundê ensemble is comprised of Brazilians living in the United States and Brazil. The ensemble includes former members of world-renowned music and dance troupes and is under the direction of master Afro-Brazilian percussionist Dendê Macêdo. The ensemble has performed throughout the US since its formation in 2002 and toured Greece as part of the Cultural Olympiad, appearing at the Kalamata Dance Festival and at the Athens Festival at the Acropolis.

Commonwealth Plaza

Inside the Kimmel Center

300 S Broad St

Philadelphia, PA 19102

free admission

January 20, 2023 8:00PM Friday Night Rumba at iMPeRFeCT Gallery in Germantown

 

• Friday, January 19, 2023
• 8:00 PM  11:00 PM
• iMPeRFeCT Gallery (map)

Rumbas are informal gatherings of musicians and music enthusiasts of many nationalities, all united by our love of this Afro Cuban tradition. We drum, sing, dance and share food and drinks. Rumbas are NOT performances, they're an immersive experience, free and open to the public. Donations are appreciated.

5539 Germantown Ave.

Philadelphia, PA

January 18, 2023 9:00PM - 1:00AM Tom Moon's Love Room at TIME Restaurant

 

Come hear some samba and other sultry sounds at Tom Moon's Love Room at TIME Restaurant. He'll be joined by  Ben Gillece, Justin Sekelewski, and Kyle Andrews .

9:00PM to 1:00AM

1315 Sansom St.

Philadelphia, PA

No cover

January 14, 2023 12:00-8:00PM iMPeRFeCT Gallery's Closing Day of Oluwafemi Exhibit

 

We had originally planned to end GROOVE’s run with a Nigerian dinner to honor our current exhibiting artist @olwfm this Sat Jan 14. After further consideration and taking into account the fact that he has a newborn at home, he feels it risky to be in a room without ventilation and eating with a large group of people and we agree, so we have opted to change plans and instead have extended hours until 8pm with a chance to hang out with OLUWAFEMI.

@olwfm will be here from 5-8pm.

A lot of his postal stickers have sold, but he’s bringing a new batch that day!

If you bought any of his work, this might would be a good night to pick up your piece 🥰 otherwise don’t worry, we’ll contact you.

Come on by!

Oluwafemi is a rhythmist based in Philadelphia and originally from Lagos, Nigeria. He explores how our lives embody and reflect the universal phenomenon of pattern and repetition. His visual and musical work spans deejaying, music production, pen illustration, painting and digital video art. He blends influences from hip-hop, Mathematics and African culture in deejay sets, drawings, projection art and murals experienced throughout Philadelphia and beyond.

iMPeRFeCT Gallery

5539 Germantown Ave

Philadelphia, Pa

January 14, 2023 5:00-9:00PM The Flight Lounge at Bob & Barbara's Lounge with DJ and Live Drumming

 

Every Second Saturday of the Month!

New Sounds + Higher Ground:
Discover with us at The Flight Lounge, DJ’d by Philadelphia native Pierre Paloma - a fusion happy hour event featuring timeless grooves from around the globe and interactive drum rhythms led by world-traveled master percussionist Jan Jeffries.

With an in-flight cocktail menu and Bob and Barbra’s signature drink specials, this exploration of global sounds can function either as your first stop on a long night out or as the evening’s final destination - no layover. Grab a drink, grab a drum and join in the groove.

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Time + Location:
Bob and Barbra’s Lounge
1509 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Sat, Jan 14, 5p - 9p
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Details:
No cover
21+
Cash bar only

*Small drums provided, participation optional
Tips/Donations accepted at:
Cash App - $PierreOutThere
Venmo - @Pierre-Nix
PayPal - @PierreNix

Presented by:
Pierre Nix for
Alive Events & Media
(@Pierre_Paloma on IG)
Jan Jeffries featured
(@Ms._Rhythm_Speaker on IG)

Sounds by:
Utopian Airwaves
Maha Music

January 13, 2023 7:00PM V. Shayne Frederick Trio and Capricorn Rising Jam at CEC

 

January 13,2023 for Capricorn Rising Fundraiser Winter Fest Party and Jam Session at Cec Arts on the 3500 Lancaster Avenue @ 7 until. We will be featuring the V. Shayne Frederick "The King Suite" featuring Aaron Graves, Justin Sekelewski and Donovan Pope and a host of the finest of Philadelphia Jazz Musicians to create a vibe you will remember for the ages.

Community Education Center

3500 Lancaster Ave.

Philadelphia, PA

Tickets: $40 includes concert, upstairs jam, food and drinks

Tickets: $25 includes upstairs jam, food and drinks

January 12, 2023 7:00PM Latin Jazz with the Raul Cisneros Trio at St. Mary's Ardmore

 

The Raul Cisneros Trio offers a sizzling program of Afro-Cuban jazz.

Latin jazz, also called Afro-Cuban jazz, blends the rhythms and percussion instruments of Cuba with jazz harmonies and techniques of improvisation. Raul Cisneros Trio is bringing the most dynamic and captivating Latin jazz music in town, with Raul Cisneros on percussion, Sam Harris on bass, and Jon Katz on saxophone.

Music in Your Neighborhood by Artcinia 

Tickets: $10-$20 plus fee

St. Mary's Episcopal Church

36 Ardmore Ave

Ardmore, PA  

January 7, 2023 8:00-Midnight iMPeRFeCT Gallery's Groove and Chill with Oluwafemi

 

Groove & Boogie

• Saturday, January 7, 2023
• 8:00 PM  11:59 PM
• iMPeRFeCT Gallery (map)
• 5539 Germantown Ave.

A night of groovy chtunes.
Oluwafemi spins the finest DANCE music. Sweat will happen.

January 7, 2023 8:00PM Breakwater at World Cafe Live

 

Breakwater are a funk/soul band formed in 1971 in Philadelphia. The sound of Breakwater's music is normally that of slow jams, but they have been known to incorporate rock music and funk styles into their songs. They were signed to the Arista label in 1978 and released two albums: 'Breakwater' in 1978, and 'Splashdown' in 1980. Their second album has been referred to as a funk masterpiece. Highlights include "No Limit" and "Say You Love Me Girl". The song "Release The Beast" became famous for being sampled by Daft Punk in their hit "Robot Rock" in 2005.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 07, 2023

Doors: 6:30pm | Show: 8pm

 Music Hall at World Cafe Live

Join us before the show for dinner & drinks in The Lounge, our full-service restaurant & bar which opens at 6pm. See the menu & make reservations here. Mezzanine ticket holders will be able to order from The Lounge menu right from their seat.

January 7-30, 2023 Sekere Classes at Community Education Center