Lyric Fest

Lyric Fest, presented for the first time by the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, will appear in one performance only at the American Philosophical Society with The Voice of the Sea, a program inspired by sirens of old and the majestic power of the Sea and delivered by an outstanding cast of song artists: vocal artis...ts David Adams, Jennifer Casey Cabot, Suzanne DuPlantis, Leslie Johnson, Randi Marrazzo, Randall Scarlata, with Laura Ward at the piano.

Lyric Fest’s vision is to connect people and communities through a shared experience of song. In thematic, enlightening programs designed for both the art song aficionado and the novice alike, Lyric Fest presents a high level of artistry in the context of an intimate, informative and accessible atmosphere. By blending singers, a pianist, the spoken word, and frequent collaborations with guest narrators, dancers, actors, choral ensembles, and other artists, Lyric Fest offers imaginative, stimulating programs that are a unique contribution to the Philadelphia community. From Bach to Brahms to Bernstein and beyond, Lyric Fest seeks to explore and celebrate the dynamic possibilities of Song.

TICKETS: $16.50, Students $8.00. Call 215.569.8080, visit www.pcmsconcerts.org, or at the door. Open seating.Read More

In November 2008 Lyric Fest presented "A World of Friends," a children's theatrical event with classical song, modern and ethnic folk music and dance.

The program featured many talented artists, young and younger. The Motet Choir of the Pynnsylvania Girlchoir (Mark Anderson, Music Director) were joined by Suzanne DuP...lantis, Jennifer Hsiung, Cara Latham, Randi Marrazzo, Maggie Moliterno, Mark Moliterno, Richard Troxell, pianist Laura Ward, Lisa Lovelace dancer and choreographer Lisa Lovelace and her Dancing Friends, actors Jake Miller and Wilder Troxell, and members of The Voloshky Ukrainian dance Ensemble.

All photos by Aaron Warkov. Read More