Let Us
Bring Classical Music
to YOu and Your Community
Aurora Classical is an arts organization located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that is dedicated to keeping classical music alive. We are a go-to resource for connecting top notch professional classical vocalists and instrumentalists with appreciative audiences throughout Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley focusing on those for whom ticket and travel fees may be too dear.
About Our Organization
Our name was inspired by a newspaper publication founded by Benjamin Franklin Bache called “Philadelphia Aurora.” Bache was a grandson of Benjamin Franklin, and his paper stood for the rights of “yeoman farmers,” “planters,” and “plain folk.”
Our Mission
Aurora Classical’s mission is to provide classical music without all the perceived pretense that can get in the way of its enjoyment.
Our dual goal is to make the classical music repertory accessible to all, whether to first time listeners or sophisticated audiences, and to provide opportunities for our talented local artists in doing so.
Helping You Appreciate Classical Music
At our organization, we believe that classical music is for everyone, no matter your budget. We have been offering performances since Fall 2015.
Get in Touch With Us
If you are interested in attending our concerts or playing music with us, reach out to us today. We assure you that all applications will be reviewed, and you will be notified as soon as possible. We cannot wait to share the beauty of classical music with you!
Current Events
Check out the dates and information for our 2025 events below.
Look forward to Classical Open Mics the 3rd Saturday of the month,
Our Grocery Pop-up the 2nd Monday of the month.
Events are being planned for the 2025 Philly Fringe Festival!
Stay tuned!
Reviews
Fringe Review: Bon Appetit by Julia Child and Lee Hoiby
...this was the début undertaking of Aurora Classical ("All of the quality, none of the pretense"), a new company (artistic directed by Weinman) whose goal is to bring classical music to the people via low-key concerts, kids opera productions and classical open mic matinées. Keep an eye out – if their future projects are half as enjoyable as this one, good things are in store.
—K. Ross Hoffman, Philadelphia City Paper
Widening the Reach of Classical Music
For Weinman, if just one person comes to an Aurora Classical show and decides to buy a ticket to the Academy of Music, the Kimmel Center or similar venues, their “work is done.”
—Sami Rahman, The Temple News
Our History
Discover more about our past classical music performances below.
2024 Season
Classical Open Mic Matinee
3rd Sat. of the month 4pm, 2110 Chestnut Street
Grocery Neighborhood Pop-up
2nd Monday of the month.
9/11 Tribute
September 11, 8:30am
"A Philly Mikado!"
September 14, 4pm
Welcome Fall Arts Festival at The Kimmel Center, September 21st
"Bon Appetit!" September 28th, 4pm
2023 Season
We offered a Classical Open Mic Mattinee at the 2022 Fringe Festival and continued to offer one each month after that.
In September 2023 we also started a Grocery Pop-Up once a month where we partnered with Caring for Friends to distribute groceries to combat neighborhood food insecurity.
2022 Season
We offered one show at the 2022 Fringe Festival and one collaboration concert.
9/11/22 – 9/11 Remembrance at SRT Memorial. Music, stories and silent reflection.
9/20/22 - "Welcome Back Operetta!" in collaboration with Concert Operetta Theater.
2021 Season
We were offered three shows at the 2021 Fringe Festival!
9/11/21 – “Our American Experiences: a 9/11 20th Anniversary Remembrance Festival”
10/2/21 – “How Gilbert and Sullivan got us through lockdown!” performed at 3 pm
9/6 to 9/26 – Digital performance of “Bon Appetit!” by Julia Child and Lee Hoiby (during a Pandemic!)
2020 Season
10/3/20 – “Bon Appetit!” by Julia Child and Lee Hoiby
(Philly Fringe Festival, Livestreamed from Fringearts during the Pandemic)
Shows Cancelled Due to the Pandemic
4/24 – New Concert Series at the United Communities Houston Center in Southeast Philadelphia Featuring Cellist Glenn Fishbach,
Our Classical Open Mics for 2020
We began in 2015, for a full history feel free to inquire!