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.
Sat, June 20
8PM
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Alden Hellmuth ‘Tether’
Ars Nova Workshop presents saxophonist and composer Alden Hellmuth, performing music from her new project Tether at Solar Myth on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
Sat, June 20
6PM
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  • Mindfulness
Spirits Up!: Mindfulness and Music at The Yard on John Coltrane St.
Ars Nova Workshop is pleased to invite you to Spirits Up!: Mindfulness and Music at The Yard on John Coltrane St. on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
Sun, June 21
8PM
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Kahil El’Zabar / David Murray Duo
Ars Nova Workshop is honored to present a meeting of two avant-garde legends, as percussionist Kahil El’Zabar and saxophonist David Murray join forces at Solar Myth on Sunday, June 21, 2026.
Wed, June 24
8PM
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DoYeon Kim Quartet
Ars Nova Workshop presents gayageum innovator DoYeon Kim and her Quartet at Solar Myth on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Fri, June 26
9PM
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Blacktronika: Moor Mother presents Rockers
Please join Ars Nova Workshop for a special evening revisiting Moor Mother’s essential Rockers! series, presented as part of King Britt’s Blacktronika: Now & Then series at Solar Myth on Friday, June 26, 2026. 
Sun, June 28
8PM
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Teiku
Ars Nova Workshop presents the Chicago and Detroit based creative music ensemble Teiku at Solar Myth on Sunday, June 28, 2026. 
Tue, June 30
8PM
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Steven Bernstein ResoNation Trio
Ars Nova Workshop is thrilled to present the return of maverick trumpeter Steven Bernstein with his striking new acoustic trio at Solar Myth on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. 
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.
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.