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.
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
Sold Out
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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.
Fri, October 23
8PM
On sale 8/21
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Dafnis Prieto Sí o Sí Quartet
Ars Nova Workshop presents the master Cuban drummer Dafnis Prieto and his Sí o Sí Quartet at Solar Myth on Friday, October 23, 2026.
Sat, October 24
8PM
On sale 8/21
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Nate Mercereau presents Fantastic Thoughts
Ars Nova Workshop welcomes guitarist Nate Mercereau and his new project Fantastic Thoughts to Solar Myth on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
Thu, October 29
8PM
On sale 8/21
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Linda Sikhakhane
Ars Nova Workshop welcomes rising South African saxophonist Linda Sikhakhane and his band to Solar Myth on October 29.
Thu, November 19
8PM
On sale 8/21
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Adam O’Farrill’s ELEPHANT
Ars Nova Workshop presents the esteemed trumpeter Adam O’Farrill with his quartet ELEPHANT at Solar Myth on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
Fri, November 20
8PM
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Resavoir
Ars Nova Workshop presents Resavoir, the collaborative project led by Chicago producer/composer Will Miller, at Solar Myth on Friday, November 20.
Sat, November 21
8PM
On sale 8/21
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Jen Shyu’s Fertile Land, Fertile Body
Ars Nova Workshop is thrilled to present the boundless vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, dancer, and composer Jen Shyu at Solar Myth on Saturday, November 21, 2026.
Sat, November 28
8PM
On sale 8/21
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Marcus Gilmore / Ryoma Takenaga / David Virelles Trio
Ars Nova Workshop welcomes drummer Marcus Gilmore, pianist David Virelles, and rising bassist Ryoma Takenaga to Solar Myth on Saturday, November 28.
Thu, December 17
8PM
On sale 8/21
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Marta Sánchez
Please join Ars Nova Workshop for a captivating solo performance by the Spanish-American pianist Marta Sánchez at Solar Myth on Thursday, December 17, 2026.