Music
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The Newtown Theatre Announces Its Concert Lineup for the Holidays
The Newtown Theatre recently released its lineup of Christmas concerts for this holiday season, featuring live performances of nostalgic classics and festive modern songs, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. On Wednesday, Dec. 10, “The Ultimate Christmas Party Concert with the Sassies” will be taking place at 3 PM. Cait Dailey, Kate Nice and Peg Keller will be performing fan-favorite old and new Christmas songs. “Christmas…
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Acclaimed Trumpet Player Offers Lessons to Oxford Valley Elementary Students
Matt Gallagher, a renowned trumpet player, is teaching a new generation of musicians at Oxford Valley Elementary School in Fairless Hills, reports Eva Andersen for CBS News Philadelphia. Along with his role as a music teacher, Gallagher is also a member of the beloved Philly Pops. This weekend, he will be joining the orchestra…
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Coatesville Artist Seeks to Elevate Chester County Through Mind and Body
Harmony is one word that describes everything that Coatesville artist Malik Mos High aims to accomplish in his daily life and career. His art comes not from the paintbrush, but the pen. Born as Randolph Green, he uses both identities to create what he calls a divine duality. Randolph is the one who channels…
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“Real Diamond” Brings “Sweet Caroline” to Newtown October 11
Bucks County Community College, which has a long tradition of bringing high-caliber performances to the region with Bucks Live!, proudly presents “Real Diamond” – a tribute to the legendary Neil Diamond – at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 11. Fronted by Curt Di Domizio, “Real Diamond” delivers a stunningly realistic interpretation of one of America’s most beloved…
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Warminster Symphony Orchestra Celebrates More Than Half-Century of Musical Excellence
For more than a half-century, the Warminster Symphony Orchestra (WSO) has been a cultural cornerstone in the region, growing from humble beginnings into one of the area’s most admired musical ensembles. The orchestra’s journey began in 1966, when conductor J.T. (Dick) Purpura assembled a small group of musicians to accompany a local operetta. That group’s…
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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Partners with Philly Native in New Music Video
Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter partnered with West Philly’s Colman Domingo in a music video for her recent album’s single, “Tears,” writes Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The music video was led by Bardia Zeinali, who also directed the Bucks County-born artist’s “Please Please Please” video, a hit from her “Short n’ Sweet” album. …
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Is Doylestown Native Pink Performing at the Eagles Season Opener This Year?
Word recently spread that Doylestown native Pink will be performing at the Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys season opener on Sept. 4, leading the artist to address the rumor online, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Pink posted on Instagram, saying that she’d heard from family members about her performing in a…
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Local Podcast Connects Listeners to Chester County Nonprofits, Businesses Like ‘Forever Changes’
Co-hosted by Joe Casabona, Erik Gudmundson, and Liam Dempsey, the “Start Local” podcast connects Chester County with its local businesses and nonprofits to grow and support each other. Originally started by Casabona and Dempsey in 2020, with Gudmundson joining in 2023, the podcast covers positive and career-oriented topics around the county. With a goal of…
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Brand New Concert Mini-Series Coming to Doylestown
Concert promoter Joe Montone and his Stage United nonprofit organization are joining forces with Doylestown for a new concert mini-series, Concerts at the Commons, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Concerts at the Commons will feature an exciting lineup of bands, delicious food trucks, and local craft beer — perfect for satisfying every appetite. The…
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DelVal’s Spring Concert Series Concludes with Two Upcoming Performances
Delaware Valley University’s spring concert series concludes with two upcoming performances. Both concerts are free and open to the public. The first performance features the University Chorus Concert on Monday, April 28 at 7 PM. The next night, the Instrumental Concert takes the stage, featuring DelVal students and members of the community. That show also…
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Dolly Parton Joined Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter—But Not Without Setting Some Ground Rules
When Dolly Parton teamed up with East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter for a fresh take on “Please Please Please,” the country icon had one non-negotiable: keep it clean, writes Becca Wood for Today. Known for her candid lyrics, Carpenter toned things down at Parton’s request—and the result is a charming duet that bridges generations. In an…
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DelVal Announces Spring Concert Series
Delaware Valley University’s spring concert series returns this year with four performances planned for the upcoming months. All of the concerts are free and open to the public and tickets are not required. The series opens next week with the University Chorus Concert on Monday, Feb. 24, followed by the Instrumental Concert on Tuesday, Feb.…
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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter, Dolly Parton Team Up on Duet
Following her Grammy wins earlier this month, Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter announced a Valentine’s Day surprise for her fans, writes Anna Kaufman for the Bucks County Courier Times. The singer will release a deluxe version of her popular album Short n’ Sweet on February 14, featuring five new tracks, including a duet version of her…
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Bucks County Folk Music Shop in New Britain Helped Cultivate Region’s Thriving Bluegrass Community
Family-owned Bucks County Folk Music Shop in New Britain has helped cultivate a thriving bluegrass community across the region over the years, writes Emily Neil for WHYY. When the shop first opened its doors in 1966, it was not easy to find a banjo in Bucks County. However, Karl and Jackie Dieterichs had a vision…
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This Bucks County High School Vocal Ensemble Just Won a Major Christmas Choir Competition
A Bucks County music group is celebrating their victory in one of there area’s most coveted and celebrated musical events of the holidays. Council Rock High School South’s Vocal Ensemble recently won the B101 Christmas Choir Competition, one of the most popular Christmas music events in the Philadelphia area. “Their piece, Mambo Santa Mambo will…
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For Bucks County Community College Grad, Allman Brothers Band Concert Was Life-Altering Experience
Concert photographer Kathy Hurley, a Bucks County Community College student during the fall of 1970, found the Allman Brothers Band concert to be a truly life-altering experience, writes Dean Budnick for the Relix. Hurley, an avid live-music enthusiast, joined the Student Activities Committee back then. In that role, she helped plan a concert with the…
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The Choristers to Perform ‘My Heart Be Brave: Choral Works on a Theme of Moral Courage’ on Saturday
The Choristers — a 50-voice, semi-professional concert choir — will present “My Heart Be Brave: Choral Works on a Theme of Moral Courage” on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 7:30 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lansdale. The concert has two halves of completely different, but thematically connected, music. The first half is comprised of music…
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Oxford Native Stuns with 4-Chair Turn on This Season of ‘The Voice’
A Chester County native recently auditioned for The Voice, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The Voice is one of the biggest singing competitions on television. It features four teams led by musical icons who mentor the contestants as they progress through the competition’s rounds. Gabrielle Zabosky, from Oxford, impressed the four judges during…
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