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Fire Museum Presents curates low-cost and free all-ages musical performances in Philadelphia that range from traditional to experimental and local to global, including genres that defy boundaries. We partner with venues across the city, creating opportunities for our passionate audiences to meet artists in their own neighborhoods. Fire Museum Presents Concert Series Fire Museum Presents curates low-cost and free all-ages musical performances in Philadelphia that range from traditional to experimental and local to global, including genres that defy boundaries. We partner with venues across the city, creating opportunities for our passionate audiences to meet artists in their own neighborhoods. Fire Museum Presents started our work of building relationships with artists and diverse audiences in the San Francisco Bay Area in January 2001 and over the years we have presented over 600 events, primarily live music performances but also dance, film screenings, video premieres and theater. We have occasionally presented and co-presented events in Mattancherry, Kerala, India. We hosted our first Philadelphia event in May 2007 and incorporated as a non-profit in June of 2023. FIREMUSEUMPRESENTS.COM BACK TO VENUES BACK TO STUDIOS Not a venue member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Earl Phillips Big Band Bandleader Earl Phillips is active as composer/arranger, educator, and bass trombonist in the greater Philadelphia area. As a composer/arranger, Earl directs and writes for the Earl Phillips Big Band and has led his own 17-piece big band since 2007. As an educator, Earl is the Professor of Jazz Trombone and a member of the Composition / Arranging faculty at Rowan University. Earl is also the Director of thel Jazz Ensemble, and teaches Music Theory and Music Technology at Cherokee High School. Earl has also directed the Philadelphia Grammy Band (2005-2007), the All South Jersey Jazz Ensemble (2008 &2012), the All Central Jersey Jazz Ensemble (2014) and he has been a clinician/manager with the New Jersey All State Jazz Ensemble (2009-2014). In 2020, through the COVID pandemic, Earl ran 2 All-State Jazz Ensembles to keep region jazz running and, for those efforts, was recognized as the 2020 New Jersey Association of Jazz Education “Teacher of the Year” award. Earl is a graduate, with honors, of the University of the Arts, holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Bass Trombone Performance (’04), a Masters Degree in Music Education (’05) and a Masters Degree in Jazz Performance / Jazz Composition from Rowan University (’11). Among performances and recording sessions as the leader of the Earl Phillips Big Band, Earl, as a bass trombonist, has shared the stage with Wayne Newton, Patti Austin, Kurt Elling and has also recorded with, most notably, Kid Cudi, Will Smith, Boyz II Men, and John Legend, among others. The John Legend recording (So Amazing: A Tribute to Luther Vandross) won 2 Grammy Awards in 2005. In his spare time, Earl is also working in the Thad Jones Living Archive, housed at William Patterson University, archiving the original manuscripts of his hero, Thad Jones. Earl’s research and individual study of Thad has also enabled him to be a contributor to the Thad Jones Living Archive. Earl is also a published author having articles printed in the ‘Jazz Education Journal’, and ‘Downbeat Magazine’, as well as a published composer/arranger through Northeastern Music Publications. Earl Phillips resides in West Deptford, New Jersey with his beautiful wife Jennifer and their three children, Madeline, Zachary, and Luke. For more information, to hear the Earl Phillips Big Band, and/or to reach Earl directly, please use the contact and social media links below. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Kevin Valentine Jazz Vocalist Kevin sings & swings with an easy effortless style that lets a piece tell its own story using a variety of rhythms, melodies & harmonies. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Don Collins Trombonist Trombonist Don Collins has based his career out of Philadelphia since 1986. He is the recipient of the 2014 Philadelphia Clef Club Jazz Award for trombone, and can frequently be heard performing with his own groups, as well as the Urban Guerilla Orchestra (or UGO for short, now entering its 25th year), the Cintron Band(since 1994, starting with the recording Musica Caliente featuring Michael Pedicin), Orquesta del Barrio( founding member 1989), The Edgar Joel and Anthony Colon Orchestra(since the mid 1990’s), Orquesta La Paz, and The City Rhythm Orchestra(since the early 90’s). Don began his musical studies at age 7 on piano, then took up euphonium, and subsequently the trombone at the age of 9. His teachers have included Roger Smith, David Maser, James Bennett, Brian Bowman, George Starks, Steve Turre, and Glenn Dodson. Don was previously a lecturer in Jazz Trombone in The Esther Boyer College of Music at Temple University. Notable recent engagements have included the Dauphin County Jazz and Wine Festival, The Capital Jazz Festival, The Soul Train Cruise and the Exit 0 Jazz Festival. Recent recordings include I Wanna Go Where UGO by the Urban Guerilla Orchestra, Edgardo Cintron’s "Bon Appetite", and "The Lost Sinatra-Basie” With Brandon Tomasello and the City Rhythm Orchestra. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

E Shawn Qaissaunee Musician • Composer • Producer Berklee College of Music Alumnus (Jazz Composition/Music Education) E. Shawn Qaissaunee has been in demand as a multi-instrumentalist, composer/arranger and music instructor for over thirty years. Sought out for his talents on guitar, bass, piano, percussion and the rubab and dutar, two instruments from his native Afghanistan, Shawn is known for his musical virtuosity, sensitivity, lyricism and spirited creative energy in the jazz tradition. His constant devotion to musical traditions, while at the same time striving to bring new energy and relevance to his live performances has made him a beloved and admired artist in the greater community and beyond. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Gradwell House Recording Recording Studio • Rehearsal Space 511 Station Avenue, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 The Gradwell House (est. 1998) is a custom-built, 6000 sq. ft. multi-level, multi-use music facility housed in a converted Masonic Lodge in downtown Haddon Heights NJ (511 Station Ave) and no, we're not masons, we don't even have library cards. Our upper level recording studio has 2 control rooms, 8 performance spaces and 4 additional isolation booths all wired together with Extra-Low Loss 110Ω AES/EBU wide bandwidth digital audio multi-pair cable. Our lower level houses 9 "soundproof" rehearsal/production rooms both available monthly and hourly. The Gradwell House has become a hub for the region’s music community, come be part of it! Take a look around and please reach out and come for a tour. We are proud to show it off! STUDIO WEBSITE BACK TO VENUES BACK TO STUDIOS Not a studio member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Andrew DeNicola Musician • Composer Andrew DeNicola is a passionate composer and multi-instrumentalist whose musical journey began with the saxophone. His early dedication to the instrument led him to Berklee College of Music, where he studied under jazz luminaries including Billy Pierce, George Garzone, and Greg Hopkins. Immersed in Berklee’s vibrant jazz scene, Andrew developed a strong foundation in performance, improvisation, and composition. Following his time at Berklee, Andrew moved to New York City—the heart of the jazz world—to further hone his craft. There, he immersed himself in the local music scene, performing in a wide variety of settings, from intimate private events to energetic big band showcases. As both a sideman and a bandleader, Andrew built a reputation for his versatility and musicality. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Andrew took the opportunity to deepen his studies, enrolling at Queens College. Under the mentorship of world-renowned artists such as Antonio Hart, Michael Mossman, Tim Armacost, and Dennis Mackrel, he refined his artistic voice and solidified his understanding of jazz at a deeper level. Post-graduation, Andrew continued performing across New York City, though like many artists, he faced challenges making a consistent living. A personal connection opened an exciting new chapter in his career: performing on the world’s premier cruise ship, Icon of the Seas. As part of a six-piece jazz ensemble, Andrew now shares his music with audiences from around the globe, night after night. Whether composing or performing, Andrew DeNicola is dedicated to creating meaningful, unforgettable musical experiences—connecting with listeners through every note. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Tim Brey Pianist • Composer Tim Brey is a Philadelphia-based jazz pianist and composer. In his diverse career as a bandleader, sideman, and solo pianist, Brey has performed with Terell Stafford, Samara Joy, Renée Fleming, Houston Person, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Veronica Swift, Peter Bernstein, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Warren Wolf, Steve Wilson, Tim Warfield, Rodney Whitaker, and many more. His third studio album as a leader, “News,” released in October 2022, followed Brey’s expanding compositional vision for his sextet. "Philadelphia has been home to a long succession of celebrated jazz pianists, creating a legacy that can be daunting for any young player following in their footsteps. But in the case of Tim Brey, that expansive lineage functions strictly as creative motivation" — J. Michael Harrison, WRTI Brey teaches jazz piano, theory, and improvisation at the Boyer College of Music at Temple University. Outside of the university context, he continues to maintain a small private studio of dedicated musicians and pianists. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

SOUTH Restaurant and Jazz Club 600 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 At SOUTH, America’s original music meets southern heritage cuisine in Philadelphia’s Spring Garden neighborhood on Avenue of the Arts North. Since 2015, SOUTH has served up elevated comfort food rooted in the food of the south. You’ll find soul-satisfying dishes like Gumbo, freshly baked cornbread, Hot Honey Drizzled Southern Fried Chicken, Boneless Beef Short Ribs, and delicious sweets to end the meal like our creamy Sweet Potato Cheesecake and Pineapple Brown Sugar Bread Pudding. Now in its 9th year, SOUTH is firmly established as Philadelphia’s premier Jazz club, serving up the coolest Jazz and Southern cuisine elevated to new heights. The menu incorporates inventive combinations of traditional and modern; indigenous Southern ingredients with local products, creative presentations and a touch of the unexpected. SOUTH is owned and operated by brothers Robert and Benjamin Bynum. They are 35 year veterans of Philadelphia’s hospitality community and have been recipients of many awards and accolades over the years. Benjamin Bynum is Executive Chef. Dinner in the Dining Room and at the Chef’s Counter is served from 4:00PM on Sunday and from 5:00PM Thursday, Friday & Saturday. You can also enjoy dinner in the garden courtyard when the weather is agreeable. Our full dinner menu is also available in the lounge and outside in the courtyard. The Jazz Club at SOUTH hosts many talented musicians from the Philadelphia area and a long roster of nationally and internationally recognized artists. Straight ahead, contemporary, and Latin Jazz ensembles fill the room with rich, rhythmic improvisational sounds. Seating begins at 5:30PM in the Jazz Club where the full dinner menu and bar menus are available before and during the show.For ticketed shows, you will be prompted to select a time then guided through the process of purchasing the tickets. Please note that tickets are non-refundable. For more information about specific dates and performances, please visit the Upcoming Performances page of our website. SOUTH is available for private parties of all varieties. Are you looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion or host a corporate event? We have hosted parties ranging from wedding receptions to cocktail parties for Fortune 500 companies, local and national political organizations, album releases and movie premiers. VENUE WEBSITE BACK TO VENUES BACK TO STUDIOS Not a venue member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Norman David Saxophonist • Composer • Arranger • Author • Educator Norman David is a Philadelphia-based soprano saxophonist, composer, arranger, author, and music educator. As leader/composer or sideman at venues in the U.S., Canada and Europe, he has performed and recorded with numerous jazz luminaries and all-star ensembles. His jazz composing has been recognized with grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the American Composers Forum. Among his current activities, he continues to direct, play with, and compose for The Eleventet, an electrifying jazz ensemble that he founded 45 years ago. He also fronts and composes for a number of other projects, including Group 4 and Ensemble Six Plus. David’s textbook, Jazz Arranging (Scarecrow Press 1994), continues to be adopted for course work at many colleges and universities. His second book, The Ella Fitzgerald Companion (Praeger Publishers 2004), an examination of the development and artistry of that great American singer, is on the shelves of hundreds of academic and public libraries in the U.S. and abroad. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Luke Carlos O'Reilly Pianist • Organist • Composer • Educator • Producer Luke Carlos O’Reilly is an award winning pianist and organist. His musical style is heavily influenced by Jazz, Soul, R&B, Gospel, Latin Jazz and Classical. After a Boston upbringing, O’Reilly moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to attend Esther Boyer School of Music at Temple University on an academic and music scholarship. It was in Philadelphia where he had the opportunity to tour and record with artists such as Seal, Roy Ayers, Curtis Fuller, Nicholas Payton, Dave Valentin, Billy Paul, Bobby Watson, Slide Hampton, Fred Wesley, Macy Gray, Steve Turre, Musiq Soulchild, Bilal, Carol Riddick, K’naan, Wiz Khalifa and many others. O’Reilly has 3 solo albums; ‘Living In The Now’ (Prospect Hill Records 2011), '3 Suites' (Prospect Hill Records 2013) and his latest release, ‘I Too, Sing America: A Black Man’s Diary’ (Imani Records 2021). All 3 albums contain original compositions, and his earlier works include arrangements of Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, Cedar Walton, Mulgrew Miller, Janet Jackson and SWV. In 2018, he was named an ‘Artist In Residence’ at The Kimmel Center For The Performing Arts in Philadelphia, PA. It was this residency that led to the creation of his latest release, which is a Black Lives Matter themed suite of music. In addition to his continued touring of his own projects, O’Reilly works often as a sideman as well. He is currently teaching at The Kimmel Center of Philadelphia and The University of The Arts. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Rittenhop Rittenhouse Square • Concert Series We are a non-profit dedicated to the intersection of Jazz music and swing dancing in the city. VENUE WEBSITE BACK TO VENUES BACK TO STUDIOS Not a venue member ? CLICK TO JOIN