The Philadelphia Folk Festival is back in person this year – and so am I!
Check out the full line-up, which was just announced.
I’m so excited to join Christine Lavin, Michael Franti, Punch Brothers, The War And Treaty, and so many of my Philly friends for the big 60th musical celebration. Catch me performing Saturday, Aug 20 on the Culture Tent stage as I host a Philly Songwriters In-The-Round showcase.
Philadelphia Folk Festival presents: Philly Songwriters In The Round with Avi Wisnia, Aaron Nathans, Rachel Eve, and Sarah Murdoch
ABOUT THE SHOWCASE: Come experience a unique showcase of incredible songs, storytelling, collaboration and community. Avi Wisnia & Aaron Nathans host this Philadelphia Folk Festival showcase in the round where 4 artists take turns performing an eclectic variety of songs and reveal the stories behind them, while also speaking to the unique perspective that comes with being a Philadelphia musician. Philly Songwriters In The Round will preview the regular monthly concert series coming to the Folksong Society this Fall.
ABOUT the PHILADELPHIA FOLK FESTIVAL: Presented by the Philadelphia Folksong Society, the Philadelphia Folk Festival is the longest continuously run outdoor music festival in North America. Founded in 1962, the 60th Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival occurs August 18-22 ,2022 at the Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township, PA. Join us in person or live stream from home, purchase tickets via folkfest.org.
Even more summer tour dates coming soon (aviwisnia.com/tour). Can’t wait to see you out there!
This just in! I’ve been nominated for The Hometown Heroes “Homey” Music Awards, honoring the best local original music in the Delaware Valley.
This year, they have singled me out for 3 award nominations including Best Jazz Song “Just Another Daydream”, Best Pianist/Keyboardist, and Best Other Instrumentalist (melodica). Thanks to Hometown Heroes radio program for putting a spotlight on the local music scene! Winners announced in August.
It’s always a welcome challenge to put together a program based on a theme, and I’ve done many themed concerts over the years. This year, for July 4th, I really had to think about how I wanted to celebrate the United States and what Independence Day means in 2022, knowing that while I am so grateful to be an American, there is still an incredible struggle to realize the ideals of freedom and equality that this country strives for, for all of its people. So I reach for the classics like America The Beautiful, and Irving Berlin’s God Bless America, and also songs I carry forward from my childhood, like Woody Guthrie’s This Land Is Your Land, Neil Diamond’s Coming To America, and Marlo Thomas’ project Free To Be You And Me. All of these songs empower us to see how similar we are while also celebrating our differences, to lift each other up, and to take care of each other, to work together towards creating a “More Perfect Union.” That’s what living in a country, any country, is about. So however you celebrate, I hope it is with good music. Happy 4th!
West Philly Porchfest 2022: Avi Wisnia & Friends Porch Concert | RSVP
This weekend, come hang out with Avi Wisnia & Friends as they present an afternoon of free live music for the community. Gather around the West Philly porch on Chester Ave, and enjoy music from singer/songwriter Avi Wisnia and his Philly songwriter friends with lots of special guests throughout the afternoon.
Part of the 2022 West Philly Porchfest, an annual outdoor celebration featuring musicians of all kinds playing free shows on porches throughout the neighborhood. Created by and for West Philadelphia residents, the festival celebrates the community’s broad musical and cultural diversity, an eruption of music and revelry with over 140 porches and 300 musical acts participating throughout the day. Bring friends, bring family, come celebrate community and music with us. More info at www.westphillyporchfest.com
Saturday, June 4, Music starts at 12noon. 4717 Chester Ave, Philadelphia PA Hosted by Karen, Kirk & Naomi
About The Artists: AVI WISNIA is an award-winning singer/songwriter, finding inspiration in 1950’s west-coast jazz, acoustic American folk, Brazilian bossa nova, and contemporary piano pop. Imagine John Legend meets Sara Bareilles if they had a lovechild in Brazil. Avi tours in support of his newest studio album, Catching Leaves, performing in prestigious venues around the world – from the Philadelphia Museum of Art to The Kennedy Center in DC to concert tours in Japan, Poland, and Brazil. In addition to being a performing songwriter, he has given a TED Talk and performed with The Moth storytellers. www.aviwisnia.com
and featuring… MEGHAN CARY creates a live music experience that is healing, inspiring and outrageously joyful. A frequent performer at Philadelphia Folk Festival as well as Falcon Ridge, Woodstock, and DelMarVa Folk Festivals, Cary’s smoky voice, emotional singing, and award-winning songs garner favorable comparisons to Melissa Etheridge, Brandi Carlisle, and Bruce Springsteen.
MARION HALLIDAY, a native Kentuckian now splitting her time between Louisville and Philadelphia, is a proud purveyor of her own special blend of original bluegrass and bourbon-infused, women-powered Americana.
D’NEAL is an up & coming singer and songwriter making a name in the Philadelphia scene. His style seamlessly merges soul and pop influences. He is featured on the song “Habits” with fellow artist Paula B.
Friday, May 27: The Rittenhouse Hotel Library Bar, Philadelphia PA | RSVP Saturday, May 28: 118 North Dinner Sessions, Wayne PA | TIX Sunday, May 29: Frenchtown Bookshop, Frenchtown NJ | TIX
More performances and summer concert dates at www.aviwisnia.com/tour
