The Philadelphians:
Migrations That Made Our City

Philadelphia has been shaped by a long history of diverse cultures and traditions. In The Philadelphians, we explore the populations that migrated to and influenced our city, uncovering a unique, shared identity. Audiences will experience two periods in time, a contrast of colonial-era early music with new works that look back on our history.

In keeping with a great Philadelphia tradition, we will also present several junto-style discussions, inspired by Benjamin Franklin’s Junto Club, created to discuss issues, politics and philosophies of the day. In combination, these discussions, period performance and modern interpretations will connect us with those who created our cultural landscape.

Who is Philadelphia? What can we learn from our heritage, and how will our city be changed by new waves of immigrants? Join us as we examine our ancestry through music and discover how we came to be Philadelphians.

 

18/19 Season Focus: African American and Colonial European Experience

 

	The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia Origins & Diaspora Oct 17 @ 7:30 PM   Buy Tickets & Learn More
	Jordi Savall The Routes of Slavery Nov 1 @ 7:30 PM   Buy Tickets & Learn More
	The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia intersect10   Feb 20 @ 7:30 PM   Buy Tickets & Learn More
	Vessels   Mar 7 @ 8 PM Mar 8 @ 8 PM Mar 9 @ 8 PM Mar 10 @ 7 PM   Buy Tickets & Learn More
	The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia Call & Response Mar 13 @ 7:30 PM Buy Tickets & Learn More
	Tempesta di Mare Concerto Grosso Mar 23 @ 8 PM Mar 24 @ 4 PM   Buy Tickets & Learn More
	Foreigners at the Heart of the Empire: Immigration and Handel’s Semele Junto Discussion   Apr 9 @ 5:30 PM   Learn More
	Francis Hopkinson's Music Penn Libraries Pop-Up Exhibit Apr 16 from 2-4 PM   Learn More
	The English Concert Handel's Semele Apr 16 @ 7 PM Buy Tickets & Learn More