Hip-hop and Jazz Musicology…for Kids!

Tue, June 25, 2019 3:00 P.M.
Widener Library

Join us and our presenter Ali Richardson for an interactive workshop providing participants the opportunity to learn about the vast world of drums and percussion instruments while participating in an actual drum circle!

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WOW! Wednesdays of Wonder: City Love

Wed, June 26, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Wednesdays of Wonder in Montgomery Auditorium. Part of the Margaret S. Halloran Family Literacy Program Series.  Music for the World We Need - City Love (Sterling Duns and Caselli Jordan) is a West Philly social justice music and education duo.  From the heart.  For the…

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Hip Hop Dance Party

Wed, June 26, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library

June is African-American Music Appreciation Month.  Join us at the library for a reading of "The Root of Rap: 16 Bars on the 4 Pillars of Hip Hop" by Carole Weatherford. Followed by music and dancing!    

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Cello Performance by Karen Meier

Wed, June 26, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West

Cellist, Karen Meier, will be performing J.S.. Bach Suite 1 in G Major and Allemande From Suite in D Major.  In addition, she will be performing Arpeggio by Jean-Louis Duport and Allegretto Moderator by Nolck.  Karen is a graduate of Curtis Institute of Music and attended the Julliard…

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Sharon Katz and the Peace Train

Wed, June 26, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Independence Library

Sharon Katz and the Peace Train present South African/Global music and songs that inspire and delight!

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PreK Music & Movement

Thu, June 27, 2019 12:30 A.M.
South Philadelphia Library

Join us for Music & Movement with Mr. Ray! This is a time to sing, dance, and share stories. Free and no registration required. Groups please call the children's librarian for an appointment at 215-685-1866.    

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Music & Movement with Mr. Ray

Thu, June 27, 2019 10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library

Music & Movement is a time for the youngest children to sing, dance, and share stories.  

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Song-Poems: The Great Cackler

Thu, June 27, 2019 6:00 P.M.
Literature Department at Parkway Central Library

This experimental folk/punk duo formed from the West Philly underground arts scene of which both Mnady Katz (violin) and Justin Duerr (guitar) have been a part of since the 1990s. They build an alternative musical world using an intuitive process and incorporating both of their visions as visual…

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Let the Good Times Roll!

Mon, July 1, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Independence Library

Pete Gumbo and the Zydeco Chili Peppers Band mixes up Creole Zydeco and Cajun 2-steps, funky New Orleans rhythm & Blues with vintage Louisiana rock n' roll! Kick back, relax and enjoy America's Birthday! This program is presented by the Friends of the Independence Library.

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Beginning Ukulele Lessons

Mon, July 1, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

 Have you ever wanted to learn a really easy instrument? Now is your chance. Join Ray Verna for this fun summer class. Need a uke? Let us know.

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ENAensemble presents the Serial Opera Project

Tue, July 2, 2019 7:00 P.M.
Music Department at Parkway Central Library

ENAensemble’s new Serial Opera project is a multi-month performance of a new chamber opera. Each month, the next scene will be premiered, along with solo and chamber music performances by ENAensemble’s players. The opera, with a premise by the award-winning author and librettist…

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Beginning Ukulele Lessons

Mon, July 8, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

 Have you ever wanted to learn a really easy instrument? Now is your chance. Join Ray Verna for this fun summer class. Need a uke? Let us know.

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Jammin' on the Porch

Wed, July 10, 2019 7:00 P.M.
Lovett Memorial Library

Come to play, come to listen!  Join our library jam session.  Bring your own instruments. Program will be held on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdaya and will be canceled if the weather is inclement. July 10 & 24; August 14 & 28; September 11 & 25

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Open Mic Night at the Library

Fri, July 12, 2019 5:30 P.M.
Nicetown-Tioga Library

Join us for an evening of music, poetry and spoken word at the Town's Café.  Program runs from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. and is for ages 21 and up. Also August 9, September 13 & October 11  

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Rhythm and Percussion with Karen Smith

Mon, July 15, 2019 4:00 P.M.
Cecil B. Moore Library

Join us for an afternoon of rhythm and fun in these interactive percussion workshops for children and teens. Karen Smith is a percussionist, playwright, director, producer, and poet in Philadelphia. Small groups are welcome, but must call ahead. Sponsored by the Friends of Cecil B. Moore Library.

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Beginning Ukulele Lessons

Mon, July 15, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Fumo Family Library

 Have you ever wanted to learn a really easy instrument? Now is your chance. Join Ray Verna for this fun summer class. Need a uke? Let us know.

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Yogapalooza with Bari Koral

Wed, July 17, 2019 11:00 A.M.
Children's Department at Parkway Central Library

Catch a concert in Downward Dog! Beloved recording artist and kids yoga educator Bari Koral presents Yogapalooza! Bari and her excellent band will take kids and families on a rockin’ music and movement adventure. Together we’ll learn popular yoga poses with a dancing bear, pop like…

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Black Woodstock: The Harlem Cultural Festival, Summer 1969

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Oak Lane Library

Whille hippies were enjoying "three days of peace and love" in Bethel, NY, another huge music festival was staged over eight weeks in Harlem.  The Harlem Cultural Festival, aka Black Woodstock was a historic but nealy forgotten event.  Come learn more about it. …

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Middle Eastern Music

Wed, July 17, 2019 6:30 P.M.
Independence Library

The Mid East Ensemble engages families with ethnic sounds and beats, and a variety of rhythms, melodies & songs, as they perform Classical and Traditional Middle Eastern music with some of the world's oldest musical traditions and authentic instruments! The Oud instrument originated from…

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Teen Summer Reading: Celebrate K-Pop and Korean Culture

Thu, July 18, 2019 2:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library

Are you a fan of BTS, Twice, BlackPink or any other KPop group? Do you want to know more about these musicians and where they come from? Join us at the Northeast Regional Library as we celebrate all things K-Pop and Korean with maps, pictures, stories, snacks and of course, music!   …

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