Experience

A Day at the Curtis Institute

Vicki Powell is a young violist who studies with Roberto Diaz at Philadelphia’s prestigious Curtis Institute of Music. We tag along with Vicki as she goes to harmony class, works with Diaz, plays with the school orchestra and a chamber group, and socializes at the school’s traditional afternoon tea.

On Canvas

Dave Burrell

Distinguished composer-pianist Dave Burrell says he performs because 'it's the only thing he knows how to do.' And he does it brilliantly. His compositions have roots in blues, gospel tradition, and free jazz. A musician-in-residence at the Rosenbach Museum & Library, Dave Burrell performs new compositions based on his research at the Rosenbach of early American settlements of what is now the state of Oregon.

Arts Calendar

Arts Calendar
Find out what's going on in your area. Every week we pick a fresh lineup of performances, showcases, and other cultural events.

On Stage at Curtis

Tune in to the Y Arts Channel for On Stage at Curtis Wedesdays at 8pm, Fridays at 9pm, and Sundays 7 pm. Watch the extraordinarily talented students of Philadelphia's Curtis Institute of Music perform works by Beethoven, Haydn, Brahms, Mozart, and Chopin and many more. The new season begins October 1st. See the full schedule.