Jazz and creative music is only the beginning of what we do. We create visual art exhibitions, discussions, podcasts, publications, and so much more—all ways of allowing the music to help us understand the power of ideas, creativity, and human potential.
Quarantine Concerts performers collage
April 21, 2020
The Quarantine Concerts
Ars Nova Workshop is pleased to present an evening of creative music as part of The Quarantine Concerts, an inspired live-stream series hosted by Chicago’s Experimental Sound Studio.
March 17, 2020
Be safe, everyone!
A message from your friends at Ars Nova Workshop.
Danny Ray Thompson of the Sun Ra Arkestra
March 16, 2020
Important Updates Regarding Winter/Spring 2020 Season
Ars Nova Workshop is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our artists, audiences, employees, and greater community. Click here for details on cancellations and postponed activities.
November 22, 2019
October Revolution 2019: In Pictures
So many good times, so many people to welcome, so much great music!
logo graphic for The October Revolution 2019
August 26, 2019
The October Revolution returns!
The October Revolution of Jazz & Contemporary Music returns with the third annual installment, presented by Ars Nova Workshop, “Philadelphia’s most reliable and ambitious presenter of new jazz and improvised music” (The Wire).