David Charles Abell, Conductor
The POPS Festival Chorus

Ring in the Holidays with Philadelphia's treasured Holiday tradition, Holiday POPS! With a merry sing-along, spectacular choirs and a rousing program that will have you tapping your toes 'til New Years, this is a festive favorite for the whole family. So roast the chestnuts, hang the stockings, and jingle down Broad Street, because it's the most wonderful time of the year!

Michael Krajewski, conductor
AJ Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle, vocalists

Simon and Garfunkel mastered the folk rock genre and captured our hearts with their touching lyrics and intricate harmonies. The acclaimed national touring duo of AJ Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle bring their heartfelt interpretations of Simon and Garfunkel to The Philly POPS. Songs include "Bridge Over Troubled Water," "The Sound of Silence," "The Boxer," and "America." And here's to you, Mrs. Robinson.

Larry Blank, conductor
Donna McKechnie, Jodi Benson, Doug LaBrecque, vocalist

Marvin Hamlisch was a legend in his own time. Three of Marvin's favorite singers pay tribute to this singular sensation through music and personal recollections. Songs include "The Way We Were," "Nobody Does It Better," and selections from A Chorus Line. Don't miss this intimate evening of melodies and memories.

Michael Krajewski, conductor

Movies just aren't the same without the music – those transcending themes that evoke emotion and excitement as soon as they start. And no one writes more recognizable scores than John Williams! This celebration of the music of one of the world's most famous symphonic composers includes music from Star Wars, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, and Schindler's List, highlighted by The POPS Festival Chorus.

Michael Krajewski, conductor
The Midtown Men, vocalists

Four original cast members of Broadway's worldwide hit, Jersey Boys – Tony Award-winner Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard and Tony Award nominee J. Robert Spencer – and The POPS, bring to life hits from the 1960s like "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Can't Buy Me Love," "Happy Together," and other record breakers from phenomenal ‘60s artists. Take a "Walk Like A Man" down memory lane.