Emily Scott

Panel discusses women in music

02 February 2016 Emily Scott

Equality in the music scene has been a recent issue.

With mural, faith, a new conversation

19 January 2016 Emily Scott

North Philly mosque Al-Aqsa Islamic Academy hosted a community day on Jan. 9.

Alumna opens comic-coffeehouse hybrid

12 January 2016 Emily Scott

Ariell Johnson is the first black female comic shop owner in Philadelphia.

From mausoleum to recording studio, an alternative venue

01 December 2015 Emily Scott

PhilaMOCA hosts events like concerts and screenings in its multi-use space.

In Old City, Irish music and memory

10 November 2015 Emily Scott

The Plough & the Stars, a restaurant and pub in Old City, hosts public Irish music performances to celebrate the heritage of Philadelphia’s musicians and music-lovers.

Alumnus Matt Kerr founded Beyond the Bars, a nonprofit that brings music to Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center. | Jenny Kerrigan TTN

Listening to unsung voices

03 November 2015 Emily Scott

Matt Kerr discovered a lack of music in prisons—and launched a new nonprofit.

Ayako Kataoka performs during the NowHere Festival of Free Improvisation in Sound & Movement Oct. 23. | Daniel Rainville TTN

Breaking artistic tradition

27 October 2015 Emily Scott

The Impermanent Society of Philadelphia hosted its inaugural NowHere festival to promote improv music and dance.

Camae Ayewa runs ROCKERS!, a monthly showcase for diversity in the arts. | Jenny Kerrigan TTN

Through music, artist speaks out

06 October 2015 Emily Scott

Musician Camae Ayewa aims to keep Philadelphia concerts diverse with social activism.

Reviving musical intimacy through cabaret

29 September 2015 Emily Scott

The Rrazz Room, a cabaret nightclub, opened Sept. 18 in the Prince Theater.

Eyes on South Street Latin art

22 September 2015 Emily Scott

The Zagars sell Latin folk art at Eyes Gallery on South Street.