The Rodef Shalom Brotherhood presents the East Winds Symphonic Band in a cabaret-style concert "Showstoppers & Looney Tunes" - a celebration of music from stage and screen. This is their annual "Music With a Mission" concert. Light refreshments and setups are provided - BYO wine. Admission is free. To support the mission, monetary donations to […]

This month's program will feature Dr. Edward Kocher, professor at the Duquesne University Mary Pappert School of Music, describing the education program at the school. Following this will be performances by two talented graduate students: Brazilian violinist, Anderson Lacerda and Bulgarian violinist, Maryia Krastanova.

Story Club Pittsburgh (created by the former producers of The Moth Pittsburgh) organizes and hosts Story Slam, a monthly nonfiction storytelling series at City of Asylum. A charming mix of open mic nights and live theater, each month Story Club selects a theme and welcomes volunteer and mentored storytellers to the stage. No matter the […]

As The Art of Democracy probes how we can actively participate in and impact our communities, it is important to find intentional time to reflect on how we are prepared to show up. Alchemy is an intimate environment that unwraps the political obligations we take on as citizens, workers, peers, and caretakers. With carpets and […]

Thomas Wendt’s Off Minor Series returns this fall to celebrate and honor jazz legend Barry Harris. The performance will include an iconic trio of jazz musicians, featuring local artists Paul Thompson on bass and Thomas Wendt on percussion, as well as New York based pianist Michael Weiss. Michael returns to the Alphabet City stage to […]

Pittsburgh’s biggest Halloween party celebrates and supports an often-overlooked community of cancer survivors. Attendees are encouraged to wear wigs and costumes at this festive event, which will take place at Rivers Casino Event Center on October 25, 2024. Three years ago, YASU launched Wig Out in collaboration with Star Pittsburgh 100.7 to raise funds for […]

Banjo player Tray Wellington’s approach to the quintessential American instrument is all about looking forward. An International Bluegrass Music Association Award winner, Wellington is critically acclaimed not only for his technical prowess, but also for leveraging his unique point of view to craft a one-of-a-kind voice on the instrument. It’s a feat that’s all too […]

Experience a vibrant celebration of American music during Opening Night, featuring selections from Leonard Bernstein’s beloved “West Side Story," and Aaron Copland’s Clarinet Concerto performed by Michael Rusinek, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra principal clarinet. The evening also includes Nkeiru Okoye’s "Voices Shouting Out," a moving musical response to 9/11 and Howard Hanson’s lush and lyrical "Symphony […]

The 56th season opens with a vibrant celebration of American music, featuring selections from Leonard Bernstein’s beloved “West Side Story,” and Aaron Copland’s Clarinet Concerto performed by Michael Rusinek, principal clarinet of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. The evening also includes Nkeiru Okoye’s Voices Shouting Out, a moving musical response to 9/11 and Hanson’s lyrical Symphony […]

Music strengthens, unites and uplifts our voices in celebration of our shared journey. Belle Voci is thrilled to host the 13th annual Treble Choir Festival of Western Pennsylvania at First Presbyterian Church of Edgewood (120 East Swissvale Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218) on Sunday, Oct. 27, at 3 p.m. Admission is $5 at the door. Seven […]

The Pittsburgh Compline Choir sings Compline (the service of Night Prayer from the monastic tradition) each Sunday evening at 8:00 pm in Heinz Memorial Chapel in Oakland, under the direction of Dr. Douglas Jade Burn.