Music

Tariq Trotter's memoir, The Upcycled Self: A Memoir on the Art of Becoming Who We Are, is the Free Library's selection for this year's One Book, One Philadelphia.

The distinguished jazz critic Francis Davis, husband of "Fresh Air" host and co-executive producer Terry Gross, died on Monday at his home in Philadelphia at 78.

You've seen him - the furry red muppet leading the PME drumline down a city street. Tony Royster, founder of PME and often the guy in the costume, joins Avi Wolfman-Arent.

In her new book, the poet-writer-musician reflects on her childhood in Philadelphia and South Jersey, her move to Michigan and her grief over the death of her husband.

Researchers in Philadelphia discussed findings on arts education and how to improve access to it.

Hearing Philadelphia engages with families impacted by gun violence by offering music to help with healing.

The arts organization teamed up with Creative Philadelphia to award funding to local jazz artists and education programs throughout the month.

A version of “King Henry IV” adapted into Americana folk songs is getting its world premiere.

The all-ages festival, co-produced by former Philadelphia Eagle Connor Barwin and promoter Bowery Presents, will take place Friday, July 25 and Sunday, July 27.

“This will be the last day we hear the instrument in the space that it was designed for,” one visitor said.

Princeton professor Elizabeth Margulis explains why music can affect our mood, transport us to another time and place, and connect us to others.

Gabriela Lena Frank’s “Picaflor: A Future Myth” digs into ancient Peruvian mythology to tell a story about the future.

Positive Movement Drumline spreads a message of peace through its drill team in its mission to stop gun violence.

Christopher Dragon, an Australian conductor based in Colorado, wants to make pops orchestra music more contemporary.

The idea for the new institute emerged from an 18-month study and conversations with community stakeholders. It will be funded through government and private funds.