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The sound of Philadelphia

Philadelphia has a strong history of music and a thriving current scene presenting both local and touring artists. Philadelphia offers extraordinarily high quality music experiences in Classical, Jazz, Rock, Folk, World, Dance Club and Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop.

Get the lowdown on the current music scene by following these links to Classical, Dance Club, Folk, Jazz, Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop, Rock or World music.

Alternatively, browse below to discover the wealth of music available in the region.

"Philadelphia isn't a huge city, but it's one that lives and breathes music... Philly's got a vibe to it —- something creative, artistic and fresh." (Touch magazine - London, July 2003)

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SPOTLIGHT

The Mario Lanza Museum

A glimpse at the life of America’s opera and movie icon

Sweet sounds of the 18th century

Categories Special Interest Location

CATEGORIES

All Music Presenters

These are the organizations that produce the big shows that keep Philadelphia buzzing

Where to go to see the show

Choirs enliven Philadelphia and The Countryside

Classical Music

Led by the world-renowned Philadelphia Orchestra, classical music thrives in Philadelphia

Contemporary Music

Groups and venues to check out

Local jockeys put the city on the international map as a club town to be reckoned with

Early European classical music

Folk music in Philadelphia is something to sing about

Philly is a haven for quality jazz artists and venues

Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop

From Jill Scott and The Roots to Amos Lee

Options abound for opera buffs

Philadelphia is home to a vibrant, thriving and independent rock scene

Philadelphia has been a fertile home for music of all cultures

Special Interest

Music in Art Galleries

Music as an accompanist to art

Music Venues of Architectural Interest

Architecturally significant performance halls

Music: For Kids

Kid-friendly music in Philadelphia

Music: Multicultural

The City of Brotherly love offers great multicultural music

Location

Music: Bucks County

Located in the bucolic Bucks County countryside

Music: Center City

Located in the Center City area of Philadelphia

Music: Chester County

Located in the beautiful Chester County countryside

Music: Chestnut Hill and Germantown

Located in the historic Chestnut Hill and Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia

Music: Delaware County

Located in the serene Delaware County countryside

Music: Montgomery County

Located in the tranquil Montgomery County countryside