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POPS on Independence with The Philly POPS

July 3
TD PAVILION


David Charles Abell, conductor
Joshua Henry, vocalist

The Philly POPS continues its 42-year Independence tradition with POPS on Independence at The MANN. The POPS will perform an original program created and conducted by Music Director and Principal Conductor David Charles Abell, featuring Grammy & Tony nominee, Hamilton star Joshua Henry. A Philadelphia tradition, this performance is part of The Philly POPS Salute Series, honoring our nation's traditions, values, and commitment to service. 

The POPS orchestra will perform patriotic favorites, showtunes, standards, and popular hits, along with a glimpse of the 2021–2022 LIGHTS UP! SHOWTIME! Season. 

POPS on Independence will also feature the live debut of “Madam (Vice) President,” a march that commemorates the 59th presidential inauguration. This work, composed by Marine Corps veteran Major Brian Dix (Ret.)—Director Laureate of the United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, celebrates the extraordinary women in American politics present and future, namely Vice President Kamala Harris. The piece, originally set to premiere with the Rhode Island Philharmonic, debuted virtually in 2021, with an all-women volunteer orchestra. “This performance is not only for women, but by women,” Dix said. “I want to pay tribute to their hard work over the past 100 years and to inspire younger women to march forward with their dreams.”  

Comcast NBCUniversal is the Presenting Sponsor of The Philly POPS Salute Series. This performance is presented in partnership with Wawa Welcome America. These free celebrations of community and tradition, which honor our shared commitment to service on holidays of American tradition, also rely on the generous support of Major Sponsors Bank of America, and Archer Law, as well as grants through partnership with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia.

Parking for this event is free.


Doors
5:00PM

Showtime
7:00PM

Presented By
Wawa Welcome America


All Ages


 

Musician Roster
Conductor   David Charles Abell
Vocalist   Joshua Henry
First Violins   Michael Ludwig
Rachael Ludwig
Robert Vieria
Guillaume Combet
Paul Reiser
Alexandra Cutler Fetkewicz
Curtis Stewart
Joseph Kauffman
Rebecca Ansel
Gabriela Mandescu
Second Violins   Michelle Bishop
Yu-Hui Tamae Lee
Gregory Teperman
Diane Barnett
Sarah Dubois
Tess Varley
James Finegan
Natalia Rudoi
Viola    Davis Barnett
Marj Goldberg
Scott Wagner
Sarah Sutton
Gerry Rice
Nina Cottman
Cello   Ulrich Boeckheler
Jon Fink
George Atansaiu
Brooke Beazley
Glenn Fischbach
Talia Schiff
String Bass   Daniel McDougall
Mary Javian
Elizabeth Cochran
Harp   Andre Tarantiles
Flute   Ed Schultz - 1 (Piccolo)
Ron Kerber - 2 (Alto 1/Piccolo)
Frances Tate - 3 (Piccolo)
Oboe   David Schneider - 1
Geoffrey Deemer - 2 (English Horn)
Clarinet    Joe Smith - 1 (Tenor 1)
Kaj Hansen - 2 (Alto 2)
Mark Allen - 3 (Bass Clarinet/Bari Sax)
Bassoon   Norman Spielberg - 1
Greg Riley - 2 (Tenor 2/Contrabassoon)
French Horn    John David-Smith - 1
Adam Lesnick - 2
Todd Williams - 3
George Barnett - 4
Trumpet    Matt Gallagher - 1
Bob Gravener - 2 (Flugelhorn)
George Rabbai - 3
Dan Wright -4 
Trombone   Paul Arbogast - 1
Brian Pastor - 2
Dave Cianci - 3
Tuba   Brian Brown
Timpani   Dave Nelson
Percussion   William Kerrigan
Victor Pablo
Ralph Sorrentino
Piano    Jeffrey Smith 
Electric Bass   Steve Beskrone
Guitar    Kevin Hanson 
Drums    Joe Nero

 

Image for POPS on Independence
POPS on Independence with The Philly POPS

July 3
TD PAVILION


David Charles Abell, conductor
Joshua Henry, vocalist

The Philly POPS continues its 42-year Independence tradition with POPS on Independence at The MANN. The POPS will perform an original program created and conducted by Music Director and Principal Conductor David Charles Abell, featuring Grammy & Tony nominee, Hamilton star Joshua Henry. A Philadelphia tradition, this performance is part of The Philly POPS Salute Series, honoring our nation's traditions, values, and commitment to service. 

The POPS orchestra will perform patriotic favorites, showtunes, standards, and popular hits, along with a glimpse of the 2021–2022 LIGHTS UP! SHOWTIME! Season. 

POPS on Independence will also feature the live debut of “Madam (Vice) President,” a march that commemorates the 59th presidential inauguration. This work, composed by Marine Corps veteran Major Brian Dix (Ret.)—Director Laureate of the United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, celebrates the extraordinary women in American politics present and future, namely Vice President Kamala Harris. The piece, originally set to premiere with the Rhode Island Philharmonic, debuted virtually in 2021, with an all-women volunteer orchestra. “This performance is not only for women, but by women,” Dix said. “I want to pay tribute to their hard work over the past 100 years and to inspire younger women to march forward with their dreams.”  

Comcast NBCUniversal is the Presenting Sponsor of The Philly POPS Salute Series. This performance is presented in partnership with Wawa Welcome America. These free celebrations of community and tradition, which honor our shared commitment to service on holidays of American tradition, also rely on the generous support of Major Sponsors Bank of America, and Archer Law, as well as grants through partnership with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia.

Parking for this event is free.


Doors
5:00PM

Showtime
7:00PM

Presented By
Wawa Welcome America


All Ages


 

Musician Roster
Conductor   David Charles Abell
Vocalist   Joshua Henry
First Violins   Michael Ludwig
Rachael Ludwig
Robert Vieria
Guillaume Combet
Paul Reiser
Alexandra Cutler Fetkewicz
Curtis Stewart
Joseph Kauffman
Rebecca Ansel
Gabriela Mandescu
Second Violins   Michelle Bishop
Yu-Hui Tamae Lee
Gregory Teperman
Diane Barnett
Sarah Dubois
Tess Varley
James Finegan
Natalia Rudoi
Viola    Davis Barnett
Marj Goldberg
Scott Wagner
Sarah Sutton
Gerry Rice
Nina Cottman
Cello   Ulrich Boeckheler
Jon Fink
George Atansaiu
Brooke Beazley
Glenn Fischbach
Talia Schiff
String Bass   Daniel McDougall
Mary Javian
Elizabeth Cochran
Harp   Andre Tarantiles
Flute   Ed Schultz - 1 (Piccolo)
Ron Kerber - 2 (Alto 1/Piccolo)
Frances Tate - 3 (Piccolo)
Oboe   David Schneider - 1
Geoffrey Deemer - 2 (English Horn)
Clarinet    Joe Smith - 1 (Tenor 1)
Kaj Hansen - 2 (Alto 2)
Mark Allen - 3 (Bass Clarinet/Bari Sax)
Bassoon   Norman Spielberg - 1
Greg Riley - 2 (Tenor 2/Contrabassoon)
French Horn    John David-Smith - 1
Adam Lesnick - 2
Todd Williams - 3
George Barnett - 4
Trumpet    Matt Gallagher - 1
Bob Gravener - 2 (Flugelhorn)
George Rabbai - 3
Dan Wright -4 
Trombone   Paul Arbogast - 1
Brian Pastor - 2
Dave Cianci - 3
Tuba   Brian Brown
Timpani   Dave Nelson
Percussion   William Kerrigan
Victor Pablo
Ralph Sorrentino
Piano    Jeffrey Smith 
Electric Bass   Steve Beskrone
Guitar    Kevin Hanson 
Drums    Joe Nero