What’s On
Since 2000, Ars Nova Workshop has been “Philadelphia’s most reliable presenter of jazz and new music” (The Wire). We believe in the power of creative music to help us imagine and create the future. In 2025, Ars Nova celebrates our 25th anniversary. Join us.
Thu, July 23
7PM
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Cosmic Music: The Life, Art and Transcendence of Alice Coltrane
Please join Ars Nova Workshop to celebrate the release of journalist Andy Beta’s essential new biography, Cosmic Music: The Life, Art and Transcendence of Alice Coltrane, featuring a performance by keyboardist Surya Botofasina, at Solar Myth on Thursday, July 23.
Fri, July 24
8PM
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Sasha Berliner
Ars Nova Workshop presents the acclaimed vibraphonist Sasha Berliner at Solar Myth on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Jul 30-31
8PM
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Nduduzo Makhathini
Ars Nova Workshop is excited to present the South African pianist and composer Nduduzo Makhathini at Solar Myth for two performances on Thursday and Friday, July 30-31, 2026.
Sun, August 30
8PM
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Titan to Tachyons
Ars Nova Workshop presents the all-star jazz-metal group Titan to Tachyons at Solar Myth on Sunday, August 30.
Sat, September 5
8PM
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John Zorn’s Flatlands
Ars Nova Workshop is thrilled to present Flatlands, the new power trio assembled by prolific experimentalist John Zorn, at Solar Myth on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
Fri, September 11
8PM
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Prism Quartet & Craig Taborn
Ars Nova Workshop partners with the renowned PRISM Quartet to premiere a newly commissioned piece by the acclaimed pianist and composer Craig Taborn at Solar Myth on Friday, September 11, 2026.
Fri, October 9
8PM
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Horse Lords
Ars Nova Workshop presents the intricate and exacting music of Baltimore-based avant-rock band Horse Lords, at Solar Myth on October 9, 2026.
Sun, October 18
8PM
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Immanuel Wilkins Quartet
Please join Ars Nova Workshop at Solar Myth on October 18, 2026 for a special closing-night performance by saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins and his remarkable quartet, presented in celebration of the 10th anniversary of Philly Music Fest.