January 20, 2019 7:00PM Musicians' Gathering #34 at Rittenhouse Soundworks

SUN, JAN 20 AT 7:00 PM EST Musicians Gathering #34 219 W Rittenhouse St (3.36 mi) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19144 Get Directions (215) 704-7098 Phil Maynard with Peggy Leiby Phil Maynard has been playing his own version of Jazz-Rock for many years, recently coming off a trio project with Round Angle Sound and more recently a duo project with pianist Andre Maranhao. Peggy Leiby has played recorders in numerous early music ensembles over the years. She also plays for English country and contra dances on recorder and English concertina. She is an avid dancer, typically doing one or more dance activities daily. In 1996 she was a founding member of FiddleKicks, a clogging performance group doing Appalachian and other clogging styles. She began improvising with Phil Maynard about a year ago. __________________________________________________________________ Samantha Rise From Wyoming to Philadelphia, vocalist Samantha Rise Roberson weaves together jazz, folk and contemporary styles crafting what she describes as "High-Country Soul." Her debut album, Brighter Days, is scheduled for release in early 2018. Samantha Rise: https://www.facebook.com/samantharise Wyoming Sounds: http://wyomingsounds.com/ Studio Sessions: http://wyomingpublicmedia.org/program ____________________________________________________________________ Christine Havrilla Award-winning Philadelphia native Christine Havrilla brings her “well-built, catchy, smart tunes” (Upstage Magazine) to audiences everywhere, touring nationally solo and also with the support of her band, Gypsy Fuzz. Christine utilizes the soft gritty texture of her vocals to express warmth and honesty listeners quickly embrace as well as her aggressive, raw, trash-style guitar playing and looping. Main Line Today Magazine lists Christine as one the 25 “Power Women” ready to lead (October 2015). “Christine Havrilla is a creative, talented powerhouse wrapped up in one complete package!” exclaims Nor’easter Magazine (Aug 2015). Mike “Jacobs” McKenna of Steel Notes Magazine reviews & says “This CD (Vol. 2- The Sunset Sessions) just defies description. It is hot, tight, precise and just plain kicks ass. This ambitious Philly native manifests her talent in certain ways that allows her to create eclectic music which will grab your heart and leave a lasting memory. Her Roots/Folk/Americana background coupled with that unique individuality that she possesses allows her to be a presence that steps into many genres and gives her the tools to crossover to different music formats. http://www.christinehavrilla.com/ ___________________________________________________________________ John Train John Train formed in 1995 as a result of a chance meeting between singer/songwriter Jon Houlon and dobro wizard Mike “Slo-Mo” Brenner on the streets of Philadelphia. They began as a duo but soon became a six piece which now includes Mark Schreiber on drums; Bill Fergusson on mandolin; Mark Tucker on electric guitar and steel; and Mike Frank on bass. John Train has released six records to both national and international acclaim. The band has toured the world and elsewhere. Most recently, Jon performed solo in at the 2018 John Updike Society Conference in Belgrade, Serbia. John Train has also supported legendary acts including Butch Hancock, Joe Ely, Peter Case, Robert Earl Keen, Dave Alvin, Jesse Winchester, Buckwheat Zydeco, John Wesley Harding, and David Bromberg. Jon Houlon - vocal, acoustic guitar Mike Brenner - steel guitar, dobro Mike Frank - bass Bill Fergusson - mandolin, bouzouki Mark Tucker - lap steel,various guitars, piano Mark Schreiber - drums, shaky things Steve Demarest - Bass (1997-2013) https://www.trainarmy.com/ Special Video Presentation by Nicholas Krolak whose forthcoming album will be released in Spring 2019 "Bassist Nicholas Krolak is a young veteran of the Philadelphia jazz scene. He has spent the last decade working as a side-man, experiencing new styles, and studying with the masters. Now, he has taken all he has learned and is applying it to his own group. Tracing the lineage of bebop into the contemporary, his compositions celebrate the city and honor nature. His first album, 'Chicory Root' has showcased his ability to write instrumental compositions, while his sophomore recording 'This is Our Moment' expands his creative vision to include spoken word poetry and songs with lyrics. 'This is Our Moment', recorded live at Rittenhouse Soundworks, (slated for a spring 2019 release), added vocalist V. Shayne Frederick backed up by Krolak's quintet." __________________________________________________________________ Tickets $10 at the door Free Parking at the lot next door

January 20, 2019 6:00PM Emotional Soul Healing Returns: A Vision for Peace

January 19, 2019 1:00-8:00PM Lunar New Year Festival at Penn Museum with Kyo Daiko

Get ready to roll in the Lunar New Year with a vibrant daytime festival and evening performances at the Penn Museum. In many Asian communities around the world, the Lunar New Year is among the most important and festive holidays of the year. This family-friendly day features traditional dance and music, contemporary Asian film, tangram workshops, martial arts demonstrations, storytelling, calligraphy, and art-making for all ages. Join in the traditional Lion Dance, then grab a cocktail as the festival kicks into high gear with Korean pop music, and performances to ring in the new year. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Presented in partnership with the Asian Arts Initiative.

 Family-friendly activities (1:00 pm - 5:00 pm) are free with Museum admission. 
Evening festival activities (5:00 pm - 8:00 pm) are $15; members, $10.

During the current shutdown of the federal government, general admission is FREE for furloughed government employees with valid ID and up to five of their family members.

SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY:

1:00 pm	Chinese Dance Performance by Little Mulan Dance Troupe of Great Wall Chinese School
1:00 - 3:00 pm	Drop-In Calligraphy Workshop
1:30 pm	Learn about the Zodiac with Chinese for Families
2:00 pm	Classical Khmer Dance Performance by CAGE (Cambodian American Girls Empowering) Dance
2:30 - 3:30 pm	Film Series presented by the Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
2:45 pm	Eastern Music vs. Western Music with Kurt Jung and Qin Qian
3:00 pm	Mandarin Language Tour: Highlights of the Penn Museum Collections
3:15 pm	Kung Fu Demonstration by Cheung’s Hung Gar Kung Fu Academy
4:00 pm	Lion Dance Parade with performers from Cheung’s Hung Gar Kung Fu Academy
4:30 pm	K-Pop Dance Performance and Workshop with L8Nite Dance Group
5:30 pm	Stand-Up Comedy by Gary Chau and Matthew Tsang
6:00 pm	Taiko Drum Performance by Kyo Daiko
7:15 pm	Ancestral Chamber Pop Music Performance by Murayama
All-Day Activities (1:00 – 8:00 pm)	Craft Stations: Design your own hand-held fan or pig-inspired lantern to take home Dragon New Year Wishes: Write down your wishes for the new year to help create a dragon mosaic Games Table: Have fun completing Tangram puzzles and playingYut, a traditional Korean board game Penn Museum 3260 South Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 (215) 898-4000

January 19, 2019 10:00AM-2:00PM 3rd Annual Women's March

We hope that you will join us at 10am at the 1700 block of the Ben Franklin parkway as we march down to the Philadelphia Art Museum where we will rally with a list of amazing speakers that represent all that we are fighting for.


The Women's March 2019 will be led by Drum Like a Lady and Batala Philadelphia!

January 19, 2019 3:00-4:00PM We Shall: A Lyrical MLK Celebration

We Shall: A Lyrical MLK Celebration is an engaging intermingling of spoken word, singing and instrumental music paying tribute to one of America’s greatest citizens and thinkers, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Utilizing brief excerpts from King’s speeches and sermons as inspiration and a combination of Gospel, Jazz and Blues music, this piece explores the inner workings of a mind and body in struggle.

Featuring:
Kareem Idris - vocals
Toby Martin - vocals
James Solomon - vocals
Kendrah Butler-Waters - piano
Jocko McNelly - bass & guitar
Kimpedro Rodriguez - drums

This event is in partnership with the Philadelphia Jazz Project. Please visit their website for more information about the ensemble. 

Free with Museum Admission

ADMISSION

Adults

$21

Youth (6-17)

$13

Children (5 and under)

Free

Members

Free

Seniors (65 and up)

$18

Students

$18

Military

$18

Teachers

$18

Adults

$21

Youth (6-17)

$13

Children (5 and under)

Free

Members

Free

Seniors (65 and up)

$18

Students

$18

Military

$18

Teachers

$18

January 19, 2019 7:30-10:00PM PhillyBloco at The Clef Club of Jazz

The Philly Bloco concert is made possible by a grant award from PNC Foundation, under the initiative PNC Arts Alive, “Jazz Cultural Voices” performance series.
Philly Bloco is modeled after the blocos of Rio de Janeiro, with their large percussion sections and harmonic/vocal accompaniment. The group is comprised of twelve drummers, electric guitar, bass guitar, vocals, horn section, accordion, and Brazilian dancers. The group performs a raucous mash-up of samba, funk, reggae, and more made popular by both Brazilian and non-Brazilian artists including: Olodum, Timbalada, Monobloco, Bob Marley and Stevie Wonder. The one constant in the music is a heavy percussive element (12 drummers!) that is used to explore the tremendous range of Brazilian rhythms, applying the artists own unique creativity and energy to each arrangement.
The music is extremely high energy, full of passion and feeling. Philly Bloco wants to make people dance, feel good, and give them something to celebrate every time they perform.

pin	The Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz and Performing Arts 738 S Broad St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19146 Tickets: $20

January 19-20, 2019 8:00PM DRUMLine Live at the Merriam Theater

DRUMLine Live, the show stopping attraction created by the musical teambehind the hit movies, “Drumline”and “Drumline: A New Beat,” embodies the soulful, high-stepping style of the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching band experience. With its riveting rhythms, bold beats, and ear grabbing energy, DRUMLine Live is a high octane musical roller coaster ride that is guaranteed to touch every emotion in your body. We’re back with a BRAND NEW show for the entire family and we promise... you will be on your feet by Halftime!!

VIP Tickets Include: Post-Show Meet & Greet

Merriam Theater

250 S Broad St

Philadelphia, PA 19102

Tickets: $22.50-$78.50 + fees

January 18, 2019 8:00-10:00PM Philadelphia Folksong Society presents Gina Chavez

PFS Presents Gina Chavez

Friday, January 18, 2019
Doors 7:30pm | Music 8pm

$14 for Members *While Supplies Last* | $17 Not-Yet-Members | $20 Doors

About Gina Chavez
Austin musician Gina Chavez never thought she'd see the day when two women could marry in Texas. Then again, she never thought she would marry a woman.

“Heaven Knows,” the first single off her upcoming five-song EP, Lightbeam, is the musical journey of twelve years in love; a love Chavez never thought she would experience.

“I was 24, staunchly Catholic and I’d had great, healthy relationships. But I’d never been in love,” Chavez said. “Then I met this girl with a smile that made me question everything I thought I knew.”

With 10 Austin Music Awards, an NPR Tiny Desk with more than half a million views, frequent tours as a cultural ambassador with the U.S. State Department, being named an official 2018 SXSW artist for the fifth year in a row with her six-piece band and a trip to Kyrgyzstan in April 2018, Chavez and her wife, Jodi, have embarked on a European mini-tour that kicks off the couple’s honeymoon and the release of “Lightbeam.”

Philadelphia Folksong Society

6156 Ridge Ave

Philadelphia, PA 19128

Doors 7:30pm | Music 8pm

Tickets: 

$14 for Members *While Supplies Last* | $17 Not-Yet-Members | $20 at the Door

January 16, 2019 8:00-10:00PM Improvisational Master Drumming Class with G. Calvin Weston

This Improvisational Master Class will be all improvised around creative music, rhythmic melodies, and sounds the way I hear and fill them by adding to melodies and rhythm.
At the age of 17, I studied with the master Ornette Coleman, James Blood Ulmer, Jamaaladeen Tacuma, Charlie Ellerbee, Al Macdowell, and many others. I've studied the ins and outs of Harmolodic & Other Improvised Music. Special Guest Little Africa & Rumba Time with Tony Cosby..Just adding to this master class Tony Jones on Bass and Dave Sherick on Steel Pans..
Musicians are welcome to participate in this master class as well, so if you think you'd like to take part, please bring an small amp and come early. Bring your instruments and let's get creative! In addition, we will have some special guests from the University of Pennsylvania, University Of The Arts, and Temple University.

The Rotunda
4014 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, Pa

No registration or admission fees: donations gratefully accepted

January 14, 2019 8:00-11:00PM LaNOCHE: Dawn Drake and ZapOte at The Kimmel Center

Heat up the Kimmel Center each month at La NOCHE!  Experience the hottest live bands as you turn up the steam on the dance floor, led by host/dance leader Kevin Ngo. Enjoy the sexy rhythms of The Caribbean and Latin America as live bands serve up a caliente mix of music that really makes you want to move.

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 dance floor.

 ¡Baila a la música, bebe las cervezas!

 Dawn Drake & ZapOte:

Bassist, conguera, and singer-songwriter Dawn Drake leads her worldbeat-meets-funk ensemble ZapOte, which breaks down cultural barriers by incorporating everything from Afro-Cuban jazz to hip-hop to samba into a soul-shaking mix. Deep bass grooves and swinging horn lines provide a danceable backdrop for Drake’s socially conscious lyrics, which impart messages of universal consciousness, empowerment, and compassion.

8-9PM – The La NOCHE Band

9PM - Dawn Drake & ZapOte

“My music has been described as Global Funk as well as World-Beat­Meets-Funk. I like to call it Global Mixology music because the influences are far reaching: from India to West Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America and beyond.” – Dawn Drake

Commonwealth Plaza

Inside the Kimmel Center

300 S Broad St

Philadelphia, PA 19102

FREE!

January 12, 2019 2:00-4:00PM Fundamentals of West African Percussive Music

Fundamentals of West African Percussive Music Workshop, Facilitator, Nana Baakan, Managing Director/Founder of "Voices Of Africa" Choral & Percussion Ensemble
Learn the fundamentals using Agogo Bells, Sekere and the hand held Sakara drums.
All too often students want to learn to be superstars on their djembe or djundjun. They want to jump out there an wail! This is good motivational energy, however, like any skill, it must be cultivated before you can wail.
In this workshop, you will learn very basic yet fundamental techniques that can be applied to most West African Musical instruments. You will learn a bit about how to even create your own authentic musical pieces with the keys to the art of playing West African Percussive music. We will also push on some boundaries so get ready to sweat a bit.

We need you all to come out, make this happen so we can do it again and again! One workshop will certainly help, but more practice leads you closer to being that SUPER STAR you've dreamed of being!!
Date: Jan, 12, 2019
Location: CEC
3500 Lancaster Ave,
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Time: 2 to 4PM
Price: $10 adults $5 children under 12
nanabaakan@voicesofafrica.net, 770-580-3322

January 11 & 12, 2019 7:30 & 10:00PM Urban Guerilla Orchestra at Warmdaddy's

A group with a musically diverse style that features sophisticated Jazz, Motown classics, R+B, Funk and today’s top hits.  Quite simply, the best!

Ticket Price: $20

2 sets: 7:30 & 10:00

Warmdaddy's

1400 S. Columbus Blvd. @ Reed Street
Philadelphia Pa 19147
215.462.2000

January 9, 2019 6:30-9:30PM Trinidelphia Trio at Copabanana

Join Chris Aschman, Shawn Hennessey,  and Eliot Garland at Copabanana at 4000 Spruce St. for a taste of  the islands!  No cover charge

January 9, 2019 8:00PM Isla Verde Cafe's Wednesday Night Salsa with Maestro Flaco

Happy New Year to one and all from all of us at Flaco's Dance Factory. May 2019 be full of blessings for you and yours! We have some new things on tap for you in the year to come.
First, Hump Day Happiness has a new home! Our regular Wednesday night salsa class moves to a new location!
Help us kick it off with a big bang! Be in the house on opening night, and bring ur dance face.... and a friend. Happy 2019!

January 9, 2019 7:00 & 9:00PM Vertical Current at SOUTH Jazz Kitchen

January 7, 2019 5:30-8:00PM Philly Drum Project's New Year Happy Hour and Jam Session

Hey Drummers and Friends,

It's a new year and one of our resolutions is more drums. Come hang with fellow PDP members to discuss ideas for events and programming in the new year. We'll meet at 5:30PM at Parkside Beef and Ale until about 8pm. Drumming and percussion will not be a part of this meetup, but please feel free to stay late for the weekly jam session, starting at 9pm. (the jam session is not a PDP event, but is a way to witness and/or join amazing local musicians)

Philly Drum Project presents
New Year Happy Hour
Monday, Jan 7th, 5:30pm
Parkside Beef and Ale
1433 Arch St.

Happy 2019!
PDP Steering Committee Members
Cam, Mike, Brendan, Stephen, Amy, Matt, Kirk, and Ryan

January 7, 2019 8:00-9:30PM BalletX Movement Flow Classes with Ron Wood

Movement Flow is a class designed by Ron Wood to build the core strength and body awareness necessary for executing some of the more dynamic practices of martial arts, hip hop dance, and movement culture. Basic fundamentals are rigorously taught in a safe and accepting manner promoting confidence and creativity. Exercises on the floor, against the wall, and with partners keep the class movements diverse and challenging, but in your movement range and pace. Wear comfortable clothes, come with an open mind, and be ready to have fun and work! AGES: Teen/Adult

Drop-In: $15
Multi-class cards and student/professional discounts available
Online: https://www.balletx.org/education/danceclasses/
By phone: 215-225-5389

Mondays 8:00-9:30PM
Saturdays 1:00-2:30PM

pin	BalletX 1923 Washington Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19146

January 7- August 12, 2019 7:00-8:00PM Ballet X Afro Street Grooves Class with Bryant Lee

Afro Street Grooves is a mixture of Street Dance & West African Dance all infused into one 60-minute class! The class moves from beginning to end using Afrobeat, House, and Baltimore club music to elevate dancers spirits and bodies on the dance floor. A complete warm up will start the class followed by learning some seriously fun social dances and exciting dance moves. It’s a guarantee sweat session, promoting a fun and healthy lifestyle in an accepting and pro-expression environment! AGES: Teen/Adult
Every Monday January 7 through August 12!
Drop-In: $15
Multi-class cards and student/professional discounts available
Online: https://www.balletx.org/education/danceclasses/
By phone: 215-225-5389

pin	BalletX 1923 Washington Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19146