This is music?
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I’m old. Like, officially “middle-aged” although I fight like hell to defy it. Beauty serums, hair dye, daily workouts…if it helps me to feel younger, sign me up. In my mind, I’m no older than 25. But, you know what gives me away? Makes me feel like that commercial for Progressive Insurance that says “we can’t save you from turning into...
On Stage: Canadian band with Chester County connection makes Philadelphia debut tonight
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Common Deer
If Common Deer, a Canadian indie rock band from Ontario, wanted to add a fitting cover song to its repertoire, it could choose a song that was an international hit long before any of the band members were born.
That song would be Sister Sledge’s “We Are Family,” which topped the charts in 1979.
Coatesville Christmas parade — bigger and better than ever — Dec. 2
Mummers and hundreds of other musicians are just a small part of the Coatesville Christmas parade, schedule for Dec. 2.
COATESVILLE — Once again this year, Chester County’s largest hometown parade, down the historic Lincoln Highway, takes place on Dec. 2, 2017. The Coatesville Christmas Parade, a holiday classic, begins at 10:00 a.m. starting at Strode Avenue and Lincoln Highway, and ends...
On Stage (Extra): A big concert weekend for your Saturday
By DENNY DYROFF, Staff Writer, The Times
Seldom Scene
No matter what your musical tastes are, there is probably a concert in the area March 4 that will be to your liking.
The long lineup of acts performing in Delaware Valley ranges from the female rock trio Potty Mouth to the traditional bluegrass band Seldom Scene — from American reggae-rock group Tropidelic to singer-songwriter Marc Berger....
Unionville’s Grassie charts her own path with new EP
Vocalist, harpist comes home for release events in area
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Unionville’s Gillian Grassie debuts her new EP this week.
Gillian Grassie likes to forge her own trails — as a person and as a musician.
Grassie graduated from Unionville High a decade ago. Then, a few years later, she graduated cum laude from Bryn Mawr College with a degree in Comparative...
Uptown! launches songwriter contest
WEST CHESTER — Uptown! Entertainment Alliance iannounced it is hosting its third annual Singer Songwriter Competition in 2016.
This is a chance for local songwriters to have their original work seen by high-profile music industry professionals. Songwriters can show off their talents for a chance to be selected as one of five top finalists and preform at our live show on April 13 at Sprout...
On Stage: Celtic music just in time for St. Patrick’s Day
The Chieftains come to Philadelphia to mark the holiday
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Chieftains come to Philadelphia this week — just in time for St. Patrick’s Day.
The middle of March is when St. Patrick’s Day festivities fill the calendar every year. And, St. Patty’s Day activities in the area always include concerts by bands that perform Celtic music.
The pattern...
On Stage: Pa. Ballet offers emotional journey
Also: McMurtry’s do father and son twin bill in Sellersville
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Some ballet fans prefer full-length productions while others prefer ballet shows that feature several individual pieces.
If you’re in the camp that prefers a program line-up with variety, then you should definitely check out the Pennsylvania Ballet’s new show which is running from February...
On Stage: Nalani & Serina poised for the big time
Also, Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival tops bill for local events
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Rising twin sister act Nalani & Sarina play the Fourth Annual Ladybug Music Festival this weekend.
Over the years, I’ve seen many memorable concerts including the Who playing “Tommy” at Woodstock with the sun rising behind the stage and Jimi Hendrix almost blowing the roof...
Final ‘Sip and Savor with Serafins’ Dec. 3
The Serafin String Quartet
KENNETT SQUARE — The Kennett Flash will present the final concert of the “Sip and Savor with the Serafins” Wednesday evening series on December 3 at 7:30 p.m. The highly acclaimed Serafin String Quartet will perform “Viennese Classical Roots,” a one-hour themed collage featuring Mozart Quartet in d minor with samples from Haydn and Beethoven.
The...
