Philadelphia Arts

A Tempo looks ahead to Philadelphia Baroque Orchestra Tempesta di Mare's Soundtrack of Independence concert series.

A Tempo (12/27) wraps up its series on holiday season performance traditions with a look at the Philly Pops, whose musicians have worked for its survival after financial challenges threatened its status as a local tradition three years ago.

A Tempo this week (11/29) looks at the story and tradition behind Tindley Temple's 68th presentation of this seasonal favorite.

Opera Philadelphia held the first performance in its "Pipe Up" series that showcases the organ, launching a new chapter in the instrument's history after the Wanamaker building was sold this past Spring.

A Tempo Saturday (7/12) explores the Mann Center for the Performing Arts' plans to renovate its main plaza and other facilities as it prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary.

A Tempo this Saturday (7/6 at 7 pm) talks with Ballet X Co-Founder and Artistic and Executive Director Christine Cox about how a generous donation will speed up its long- and short-term dreams.

A Tempo this Saturday (4/20 at 7 pm) looks at plans to rename the main concert hall in the Kimmel Center for Marian Anderson, and the Philadelphia Orchestra’s 2024-2025 season.

Philadelphia’s Piffaro The Renaissance Band presents “The Year the Music Died” this Monday (3/4) at 8 pm.

A Tempo this Saturday (6/24 at 7 pm) looks at the story behind a piano designed with a curved keyboard - and more - by the late architect Rafael Viñoly, and the instrument's new home at another Viñoly project, Philadelphia's Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.

Members of Piffaro - The Renaissance Band are joined by organist Matthew Glandorf in this broadcast Thursday (5/18).