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Witness the Process
by oliver on 11.26.08
Open Residency Session
Painted Bride Art Center, 230 Vine Street, Philadelphia
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 11:30am - 1:30pm
After a week of intensive collaboration, John Hollenbeck and the Philadelphia musicians will open their residency to the public. Get a sneak peak at the compositions and watch the musicians at work during this open lunchtime session. Attendance is free, [...]
The Philadelphia Compositions
by Painted Bride on 10.21.08
Following months of collaboration, after intensive creative conversations, inspired wanderings, and careful revisions, John Hollenbeck and a dozen of Philadelphia’s finest musicians unveil their repertoire of original new work. The works presented will surely represent the diversity of these remarkable artists and Hollenbeck’s legendary compositional voice. Big Ears concludes in a single evening of music; [...]
Read more“Meet the Artists”
by Painted Bride on 10.20.08
This winter, we’ll visit three venues throughout the city to hear Big Ears artists perform some of their own work. Discover the sites and people that make our city a great home for jazz. You’ll have the chance to personally engage with the artists, enjoy the company of regular Bride audiences, and connect with new [...]
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