ENCORE!
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M AY 2 01 7
SEASON
A star WARS Celebration
ELTON JOHN the music of
with Michael Cavanaugh
featuring The Music of John Williams
OCTOBER 20 -22
Lenny’s Revolution A Centennial Bernstein Celebration with David Charles Abell
F EB RUARY 2- 4
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& Friends AP RI L 6 - 8
A Philly POPS
CHRISTMAS Spectacular Sounds of the Season!
N OV E MB E R 1 0 -1 2
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ROcks QUEEN, STONES, ZEPPELIN AND MORE
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CONTENTS 4
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Behind the Scenes
5 Program
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Thanks for Joining Us This Season!
6
Chairman’s Letter
20
The Philly POPS Salute Series
7
About POPS Rocks
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Spotlight: The Philly POPS Today
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Music Director: Michael Krajewski
23
The Philly POPS: Memorable Moments
10
Guest Artist: Shem von Schroeck
24
Administrative Staff/Board of Directors
10
Guest Artist: Lori Wilshire
25
About The Philly POPS
11
Guest Artist: Micah Wilshire
26
POPS in Schools
12
Partner Spotlight: The Mann
28
Corporate & Community Support
14 Subscriber Spotlight: Denise and Frank McNamara
30
Social Media Shout Out!
31
The Philly POPS In the News
15
The Philly POPS Roster
32
Friends of The Philly POPS
16
Fifth Annual POPS Ball
35
Giving Levels
17
Special Thanks to Sal DeBunda
36
Young Friends Initiative
Letter From the President
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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear Friends, We are celebrating the final concert series of this amazing season with some of the most popular music of three unforgettable bands—the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, and Journey. Through the exuberance of this performance, we want to express our thanks to all of you for making this season so very special! Our Salute Series is now completely free. Register at phillypops.org/Salute for Memorial Day at the Mann on May 27. We anticipate 500 choir members—our own Festival Chorus and the Voices of the POPS, along with students from area high schools, all gathered to sing in honor of those who sacrificed for our nation. We welcome Mandy Gonzalez, now appearing on Broadway in Hamilton and POPS favorite Tony DeSare back for POPS on Independence @ Wawa Welcome America on July 3rd. Both will appear again at POPS on the Parkway on July 4th—this time with The Philly POPS BIG Band. The BIG Band will also play on the morning of the 4th at the Celebration of Freedom Ceremony. We’re ever grateful to Comcast NBCUniversal for their generous support of our series. My friend and colleague Sal DeBunda has served as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the POPS for the past five years. It’s been a wonderful ride. I could not have appreciated his support and his contribution more. It is with my heartfelt thanks that he completes his term at the end of June. The POPS of today would not be the vibrant, healthy, thrilling organization that it is without him. I know that you join me in wishing him well. It’s been a great season—and I look forward to an even more eventful one next fall. See you at the POPS!
Frank Giordano, President and CEO Encore Series, Inc., The Philly POPS 4 | Encore! | The Philly POPS
p o p s
r o ck s e ag le s • f le e t wo o d m ac • j o u r n e y
CONCERT PROGRAM Don’t Stop McVie, arr. Shoup
MAY 5 – 7, 2017
Landslide Nicks, arr. Shoup
Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
Whenever I Call You Friend Loggins & Manchester, arr. Gaber
Michael Krajewski conductor
Chicago In Concert arr. Berens
FEATURING
Maybe I’m Amazed McCartney, arr. Herman Sara Smile Hall & Oates, arr. Shoup Journey Medley Schon & Perry, arr. Shoup
Shem von Schroeck vocals, guitar, piano Lori Wilshire vocals, guitar Micah Wilshire vocals, guitar
Go Your Own Way Buckingham, arr. Shoup
INTERMISSION Billy Joel Medley Joel, arr. Schroeck & Prechel Take It Easy Brown & Frey, arr. Shoup Hotel California Frey, Henley, & Felder, arr. Shoup
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Desperado Frey & Henley, arr. Prechel
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You’re No Good Ballard Jr., arr. Shoup
for a chance to win a pair of tickets
Don’t Know Much Mann, Weil, & Snow, arr. Schroeck
Series concert.*
Classic Rock Medley arr. Schroeck & Prechel
*subject to availability
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CHAIRMAN'S LETTER Dear Friends, On June 30, my five-year term as Chairman of the Board of Directors for The Philly POPS comes to an end. I have so many wonderful memories of my life at the POPS and I am so proud of what the POPS team has accomplished during this time that it’s difficult to express them in a page. It’s been a great ride—from that first meeting following the re-birth of the POPS as an independent organization, to that very first POPS Ball gala at the Bellevue, to our sold-out Sinatra weekend that kicked off the 2015-2016 season. The growth of the organization has been astounding. I know that the best is yet to come! Personally, I loved the Cirque Goes to the Movies program last May and the Billy Joel show last March as well as that great Sinatra show the best. In that order. And I loved the way that Frank Giordano made every POPS concert a wonderful, fizz-y, and fun place to be. And I loved the way that the crowds expanded and that they quickly began to enjoy the shows as much as I always have. Thank you to Frank and to the amazing staff of the POPS, thank you to the other members of our Board of Directors, thank you to my partners at Archer & Greiner, who have supported both the POPS and my work there throughout, and, most of all, thank you to my most significant other, Cheryl Finocchiaro. Without all their contributions, we could not have the vibrant, exuberant POPS of today. And thanks to all of you. See you at the POPS!
Salvatore M. DeBunda, Esq., Chairman
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POPS ROCKS! The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, and Journey—all ranked as some of the world’s best-selling musical groups—were among the super bands of the '70s and '80s characterized by diverse musical talent, incredible vocals, and original songwriting with broadly appealing themes. The Eagles got together in Los Angeles in 1971 with original members Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Bernie Leadon, and Randy Meisner, adding Don Felder in 1974. The California rock band combined country and blues with hard rock and creative songwriting, producing favorites such as “Take It Easy,” “Witchy Woman,” and “Desperado.” The band’s 1976 compilation album, Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975, is the second best-selling album of all time, right behind Michael Jackson’s Thriller, selling 29 million copies. According to Rolling Stone: “No other band did as much to translate the explosively creative, politicized rock of the 1960s into the massively popular, de-politicized rock of the 1970s as the Eagles.” Fleetwood Mac, the British-American blues band, formed in London in 1967. The band evolved significantly from its formation and today includes members Mick Fleetwood and John McVie, for whom the band is named, Christine McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, and Stevie Nicks. Fleetwood Mac evolved from traditional blues to an increasingly pop sound with the release of the band’s bestselling album Rumours, which is listed as the eighth best-selling album in the world, having sold more than 20 million copies. In 1973, Journey formed in San Francisco, originally as an instrumental progressive rock band and went on to become one of the best-selling rock bands in history. Originally made up of former members of Santana and Frumious Bandersnatch, the band’s members have changed over the years, but its popularity remains. At its height, Journey released the album Escape, which produced favorite songs “Who's Cryin' Now,” “Don't Stop Believin’,” and "Open Arms.” Journey’s Greatest Hits album is the 25th best-selling album selling more than 15 million copies.
music director
MICHAEL KRAJEWSKI Philly POPS Music Director Michael Krajewski’s earliest memories of hearing symphonic music were summertime concerts in local parks in his hometown of Detroit. “My parents enjoyed music, but didn’t go to classical concerts,” Michael says. “My first tastes of hearing an orchestra live were in that informal setting, and that’s what probably steered me toward becoming a pops conductor.” He knew he wanted a career in music and always harbored the idea of becoming a conductor in the back of his mind. “I decided to get serious about myself as a musician and see how far I could push myself,” he says. “It seemed like a pipe dream—no one around where I grew up even thinks about something like becoming an orchestra conductor, but I didn’t want to live the rest of my life wondering what would have happened if I hadn’t tried.”
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Michael’s big break came when he was named Antal Dorati Fellowship Conductor of the Detroit Symphony in 1979 and gained experience conducting a major American orchestra. He went on to become assistant conductor of the Detroit Symphony, resident conductor of the Florida Symphony, and music director of Modesto Symphony—all the while splitting his time between conducting classical, educational, pops, and outdoor concerts, often before non-traditional audiences. He is now a full-time pops conductor and serves as principal pops conductor of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Houston Symphony, and the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra and since 2013, as Music Director and Conductor of The Philly POPS. Michael especially enjoys creating pops programs from scratch. “We’re playing music that wasn’t written for symphony orchestra—we create all new arrangements and match the right artists to the programs,” he says. “It’s really satisfying.” His favorite experiences include pairing music with Cirque du Soleil-style acrobatics and creating tributes to American popular music legends like Simon & Garfunkel and Carole King. “I feel that The Philly POPS is the best pops orchestra in the country and the best at doing these kinds of concerts,” Michael says. “And I love Philadelphia—it has a wonderful history and tradition of excellence in music and the performing arts.” Michael has conducted throughout North America and around the globe, and has collaborated with a diverse group of internationally-renowned artists, including Art Garfunkel, Kenny Loggins, Ben Folds, Wynonna Judd, Jason Alexander, Chicago, and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. Michael lives in Orlando, Florida, with his wife Darcy. He enjoys solving crossword puzzles, photography, and traveling—especially to Italy.
“I feel that The Philly POPS is the best pops orchestra in the country and the best at doing these kinds of concerts, and I love Philadelphia…" — MICHAEL KRAJEWSKI
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vocalist, guitar, piano
SHEM VON SCHROECK Shem von Schroeck has been entertaining audiences since he was 3-years-old. A veteran of the stage and recording studio, he has performed in all 50 states and 42 countries as a singer, multi-instrumentalist, and music director in a diverse range of genres. He has shared the stage with several international and Grammy Award-winning artists, including Kenny Loggins,
vocalist, guitar
LORI WILSHIRE Lori grew up in Houston, Texas, and began singing at age 5. She nurtured her love for music by singing in church and school choirs, then moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to attend Belmont University as a music major. Lori became one half of the duo Wilshire and the
band relocated to Los Angeles. Wilshire’s unique sound quickly caught on, landing them a record deal with Columbia Records and Warner-Chappell Publishing. The duo wrote their hit single, “Special,” which climbed the Billboard Top 20 chart. They toured with artists like Train and Seal, as well as performing live on Late Night, The Sharon Osbourne Show, The Wayne Brady Show, and Pepsi Smash. Today, Lori continues to write and record. Her voice can be heard on national commercials for brands such as Mercedes-Benz and Claritin.
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Michael McDonald, David Foster, Christopher Cross, Don Felder (The Eagles), Patti Austin, Gary Wright, Spooky Tooth, Ambrosia, and many others. This year, he will join the band TOTO for their upcoming world tour. Shem made his professional opera debut singing with the Mittelsächsisches Theatre in Freiberg, Germany, as Spoletta in Puccini's Tosca. His operatic repertoire includes Parsifal, Siegmund, Florestan, Peter Grimes, and Canio. He is a regular tenor soloist with The Philly POPS, the Atlanta Symphony, the Cleveland Orchestra, the Houston Symphony Orchestra, and the Jacksonville Symphony. He has also conducted several pops concerts with the Columbus Symphony, the Oklahoma Symphony, the Dallas Symphony, the Little Rock Symphony, the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and the Boston Pops. VISIT SHEMWORKS.COM
vocalist, guitar
MICAH WILSHIRE Micah Wilshire grew up in a musical family in Roanoke, Virginia. From age 3, he began performing in his family’s band and began playing a variety of instruments throughout childhood. After high school, Micah moved to Nashville with the intent of becoming a session guitar player and session singer. Micah became a first call session vocalist and guitarist, appearing on multiple gold and platinum albums and countless recordings and jingles. As a member of the band Wilshire, he moved to Los Angeles and signed with Columbia Records and Warner-Chappell Publishing. Wilshire wrote the hit single “Special” that shot up the U.S. Top 20 Billboard chart, leading to tours with Seal (nationally and internationally) and Train. Performances on Late Night, The Sharon Osbourne Show, The Wayne Brady Show, and Pepsi Smash. Since then, Micah has focused on songwriting and production. His voice continues to be featured in film and television. VISIT MICAHMIXER.COM
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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
As one of the foremost outdoor music centers in the country, the Mann has a historical legacy of artistic excellence as a world-class entertainment destination presenting premier artists in association with AEG Live. Each summer season, renowned symphony orchestras, iconic rock stars, and the latest touring artists in indie rock, hip hop, R&B and pop, take the stage here. The Mann is the summer home of The Philadelphia Orchestra and has presented critically acclaimed performers in every decade since the 1930s. Located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park, the Mann hosts more than 200,000 visitors annually. Signature concert experiences are surrounded by Philadelphia’s stunning skyline and include seats beneath the Mann’s acoustically acclaimed pavilion; picnics, blankets, and music under the stars on its great lawn; and dining in Crescendo, the venue’s spectacular tented restaurant. For more information, visit www.MannCenter.org. CATHERINE CAHILL IS PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE MANN. A classically trained cellist, Cahill believes introducing new audiences to classical music is central to the Mann’s mission, as is reaching more than 30,000 children annually with multi-cultural performing arts experiences through free concerts and workshops. Cahill is especially proud of the extensive community engagement and education programs that, coupled with outstanding performances, bring world-class entertainment to the people of the Philadelphia region. After earning a Bachelor of Music at Temple University and a Master of Science in Arts Administration/Arts Management at Drexel University, Cahill worked for the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, New York Philharmonic and Grant Park Music Festival in Chicago. She serves on the board of NY-based Music for Life International, Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, The Musical Fund Society of Philadelphia and the Business Association of West Parkside. “The Philly POPS’ Salute Series has become an important Philadelphia tradition and we are pleased to welcome the Memorial Salute back to the Mann for a second year,” said Catherine Cahill, President and CEO for the Mann Center for the Performing Arts. “We are especially grateful to welcome our men and women in uniform, and their families, to the Mann this Memorial Day to enjoy a dynamic POPS performance at our magnificent pavilion.” — Catherine Cahill President & CEO of the Mann
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“Our performance last year at Philadelphia’s first-ever Memorial Day concert at the Mann Center was a dream come true,” said Frank Giordano, Philly POPS President and CEO. “Last year’s inaugural show was an impactful and memorable night. We look forward to continuing to honor America’s heroes in a world-class entertainment venue in the heart of Philadelphia. I can’t wait for May 27!” — Frank Giordano President and CEO of The Philly POPS
subscriber spotlight
DENISE AND FRANK McNAMARA
Denise and Frank McNamara have been subscribing to the POPS since the late 1980s. Grade school sweethearts, the McNamaras grew up in Mt. Airy and have lived in Flourtown for the last 34 years. They’ll celebrate their 45th anniversary in July. Denise works in the construction industry as a bookkeeper and Frank is in sales. They’re both close to retiring and look forward to spending more time doing their favorite activities: golf, dancing, traveling, and cheering on the grandkids. Their favorite beaches to visit are Negril, Jamaica, and the Jersey shore. “No one enjoys music more than Frank and I,” Denise said. “All types of music…that is one of the reasons that we’re enjoying the POPS so much. Michael Krajewski has been brilliant evolving the POPS program into Baby Boomer favorites with the Great American Songbook, Motown, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Broadway, and beyond.”
FAVORITE SHOWS “I didn’t think it was going to be, however, one of my favorite shows was Sgt. Pepper Celebration,” Denise said. “The POPS just outdid themselves with the arrangements of the Beatles music. Motown and Sinatra were also among my favorites.”
FAMILY PRIDE The McNamaras have three daughters and seven grandchildren, several with musical interest in viola, guitar, percussion and voice. Everyone lives locally, making it easy to attend their musical and sporting events.
THE PHILLY POPS ROSTER 1ST VIOLIN
BASS
TROMBONE
Michael Ludwig
Anne Peterson
Brian Pastor
Rachael Ludwig
Fred Weiss
Michael Purdy
Guillaume Combet
Brent Edmondson
David Cianci
Robert Vieira
FLUTE
TUBA
Ben Scott
Edward Schultz
Brian Brown
Alexandra Cutler-Fetkewicz
Ron Kerber
Rachel Segal
TYMPANI
Shannon Lee Gared Crawford
PICCOLO
Paul Reiser
Frances Tate
2ND VIOLIN
OBOE
William Kerrigan
Erica Miller
David Schneider
Zach Crystal
Michelle Bishop
Geoffrey Deemer
Ralph Sorrentino
Kate Suk
Nick Masterson
David Nelson
PERCUSSION
DRUM SET
Yu Hui Tamae Lee Louis Lanza
CLARINET
Greg Teperman
Doris Hall-Gulati
Catherine Fukuda
Kaj Hansen
ELECTRIC BASS
Andrea Levine
Mark Allen
Steve Beskrone
VIOLA
BASSOON
GUITAR
Davis Barnett
Norman Spielberg
David Cullen
Marjorie Goldberg
Colleen Hood
Joe Nero
PIANO
Scott Wagner Sarah Sutton
HORN
Kathleen Foster
Angela Bilger
Gerry Rice
Adam Lesnick
HARP
Tony Cecere
Rong Tan
CELLO
Jeff Smith
George Barnett
Uli Boeckheler Jon Fink
TRUMPET
George Atanasiu
Matt Gallagher
Glenn Fischbach
Bob Gravener
Pat Daniels
George Rabbai
Erin Busch
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FIFTH ANNUAL POPS BALL THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2017 HYATT AT THE BELLEVUE Honoring Philly POPS Chairman of the Board: Salvatore M. DeBunda Fifth Annual POPS Ball Chair: Gary Allen Frank Fifth Annual POPS Ball Co-Chairs: Dottie and Frank Giordano
6:00 pm – Reception 7:30 pm – An evening of dinner and dancing to The Philly POPS conducted by Michael Krajewski and guest artist Michael Andrew
Please join us for this special event. Call 215.735.2841 or visit phillypops.org/POPSBall.
IN HONOR OF THE
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Salvatore M. DeBunda, Esquire, has served for five years as Chair of The Philly POPS Board of Directors and spent over a decade as a member. As he and his significant other, Cheryl Finocchiaro, complete his final year as Chairman, the POPS dedicates this Fifth Annual POPS Ball to them. Sal led the POPS Board through uncharted waters when the organization became independent with its innovative model of orchestral success in 2011. Today, The Philly POPS enjoys sold-out concerts, a growing subscription and donor base, a dramatically expanded Salute Series, which celebrates American holidays by saluting those who serve, and a successful POPS in Schools program that transforms the lives of Philadelphia students by supplementing their music education.
The Philly POPS tips its hat to Sal and Cheryl for his leadership and her support of his efforts and as music lovers and friends of The Philly POPS.
behind the scenes
ULRICH BOECKHELER Principal Cellist, The Philly POPS
Ulrich Boeckheler has served as principal cellist for over 25 years. He also frequently performs with the Philadelphia Orchestra and many other musical organizations, including Network for New Music, Orchestra 2001, and the Philadelphia Chamber Orchestra. Before coming to Philadelphia, he was principal cellist with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra of Flanders in Belgium and Helmuth Rilling's Bach Collegium Stuttgart. Previously, he was head of the string department at the University of the Arts. Uli speaks many languages and has traveled the world to perform. His instrument is a cello by the French master Jean Baptiste Vuillaume, made in Paris in 1856. He is a passionate father of three beautiful children: Martin (8), who loves soccer and already plays the cello, Miriam (5), who plays the piano and loves to sing, and Eva (3) who enjoys beating the drum and strumming the guitar. His wife, Kai-Zu, is an oral surgeon with her own practice in Center City. She loves music, plays the piano and studied cello. Uli loves traveling with his family, practicing yoga, visiting museums, skiing, swimming, scuba diving and riding his bicycle.
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THANKS FOR JOINING US THIS SEASON!
elvis
THE KING’S SONGBOOK
Sgt Pepper
celebration
BLOCKBUSTER
broad way
with David Charles Abell
ella, louis & all that jazz
COMCAST NBCUNIVERSAL
MAY 27, 2017 7PM
Memorial Salute at the Mann is a FREE but ticketed event. Please register today at phillypops.org/MemorialSalute.
SALUTE SERIES 2017 EVENTS POPS ON INDEPENDENCE July 3, 2017 Independence Hall
IN CELEBRATION OF INDEPENDENCE DAY July 4, 2017 •P OPS at the Celebration of Freedom Ceremony, Independence Mall • POPS on the Parkway
POPS AT THE VIETNAM VETERANS MEMORIAL November 11, 2017 The Vietnam Veterans Memorial
PICNICS WELCOME FOR THIS PERFORMANCE!
I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS: A SALUTE TO THE MILITARY AND FIRST RESPONDERS December 1, 2017 Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
CELEBRATING AMERICA’S TRADITIONS AND COMMITMENTTO SERVICE.
PRESENTED BY
At the POPS, we are committed to honoring our country’s longstanding commitment to traditions, values, and service through the universal language of music. Each year, we present a series of free concerts, inclusive events of community and celebration featuring selections from the American Songbook chosen for their resonance on these holidays of civic importance. For more information on attending or supporting our Salute Series performances: phillypops.org/Salute.
MAJOR SPONSORS
SUSAN AND CHASE MCDANIEL
MANNING AND VIRGINA SMITH
SPOTLIGHT
The Philly POPS Today Thanks to its passionate supporters, The Philly POPS is generating significant growth in ticket sales and attendance, with particular growth in the POPS subscription base. These advances are the driving force behind innovative programming for new audiences, meaningful work that benefits local communities, and a new slate of in-school education programs. The Philly POPS is breaking out of the concert hall and bringing music to the streets of Philadelphia and its surrounding towns. Look for POPS artists performing in pop-up beer gardens, city parks, leisure venues, public schools, and alongside some of the greatest vocalists of our time.
Salute Series The Salute Series, an expanding portfolio of programs performed on American holidays, celebrates those who serve our country, its cities, and communities. Performances including Memorial Salute, POPS on Independence on July 3, POPS in Philadelphia on July 4, and Veterans Salute showcase the magic of the orchestra to diverse and enthusiastic crowds. The annual I’ll Be Home for Christmas concert rings in the holiday season with a free concert for active military, police, and fire department families.
POPS in Schools POPS in Schools, an EITC certified program, enhances music education for approximately 1,000 students in the Philadelphia School District by embedding POPS teaching artists in ten high schools and two elementary schools to train, coach, and mentor music students. The Philly POPS is the presenting sponsor of the All-City Jazz Festival held each spring.
POPS Outside Outside the concert hall, POPS Outside brings the talented and experienced musicians of The Philly POPS to unexpected places, including monthly community engagement experiences, free pre-concert activities, and in-school events.
POPS Presents POPS Presents events expand The Philly POPS' reach into a variety of genres and with guest artists of ever-greater reputation and talent, including Andrea Bocelli and Deana Martin. The Philly POPS has proudly been a Philadelphia icon for the last four decades and happily anticipates reaching tens of thousands of new listeners through these expanding programs.
The Philly POPS is presented by Encore Series, Inc., a non-profit organization enriching the cultural life of Philadelphia through the performing arts. For more information, please visit phillypops.org.
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THE PHILLY POPS Memorable Moments July 2016
December 2014
In addition to July 3’s traditional POPS on
Launch of POPS Outside! brings the vibrant
Independence concert, the POPS brass percussion
programming, musicians and featured guest artists
ensemble performs at Philadelphia’s televised July 4
of the POPS family to a growing list of holiday tree
Celebration of Freedom ceremony.
lightings and celebrations around the Delaware Valley.
May 2016
July 2013
The Philly POPS partners with the Mann Center for the
Music Director Michael Krajewski takes over the
Performing Arts for Philadelphia’s first-ever Memorial
“baton” of The Philly POPS.
Day concert: Memorial Salute.
December 2015 The Philly POPS performs with renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli at the Wells Fargo Center.
September 2015 The Philly POPS performs for Pope Francis on Independence Mall.
June 2015 Launch of POPS in Schools kicks off with a presenting sponsorship of the Philadelphia School District's All City Jazz Festival.
July 2012 Frank Giordano takes the reins as President and CEO of The Philly POPS.
December 2001 The Kimmel Center opens with The Philly POPS as a founding resident company.
1999 The Philly POPS is designated as the official Pops Orchestra of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
1979 The Philly POPS is founded by Moe Septee.
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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: ENCORE SERIES, INC. Frank Giordano, President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Krajewski, Music Director Louis Scaglione, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Patricia Wells, Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the President Karen Corbin, Vice President Jeth Mill, Senior Director of Programs and Production Sarah Maiellano, Assistant Director of Communications Daniel Palmieri, Assistant Director of Sales and Customer Service Sarah Santos, Assistant Director of Marketing Jason Ward, Senior Manager of Engagement Reginald-Chris Mendoza, Staff Accountant Joseph Croft, Contributed Revenue Coordinator Keith Obaza, Program Associate
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2016–17 Salvatore M. DeBunda, Esq. Chairman Gary A. Frank, J.D. Vice Chairman John J. Meko, Jr. Secretary Louis K. Habina, Esq. Treasurer
Wilbert D. Abele George J. Awad, Esq. D. Walter Cohen, DDS Chairman Emeritus Paul Conaway Charles J. Davidson Joseph Del Raso, Esq. Daniel DiLella
Jeffrey Kern, Chorus Master
Carol A. Eggert
Vincent Leonard, Music Librarian
Frank Giordano
Anne Peterson, Orchestra Contractor Jeffrey Smith, Assistant Conductor Debbie Lobel, Stage Manager
Louis K. Habina, Esq. Mark D. Lupke Barry Magarick Tony Mahon
Marketing Mark Gisi, Partner, Brand Strategist, Eastern Standard
James M. Matour, Esq.
Public Relations Sharla Feldscher, Feldscher Horwitz Public Relations
Sandra Muller
General Counsel David H. Marion, Esq.
Andrew J. Santacroce
Gregory Montanaro
Anthony “Tony” Roth
Samuel J. Savitz Chairman Emeritus Louis Scaglione Anthony Serafine Gary Silvi Deborah Smith Webster 24 | Encore! | The Philly POPS
THE PHILLY POPS® The Philly POPS, the largest standalone pops orchestra in the United States, delights audiences with the inspired performance of American popular music. The POPS celebrates this distinctive musical heritage through an expanding repertoire of innovative concert presentations and a robust set of educational and engagement initiatives. Now in its 38th season, the official POPS orchestra of Pennsylvania serves a consistently growing audience of over 100,000 annually. Music Director Michael Krajewski and the 65-piece Philly POPS orchestra keeps listeners tapping their toes to an impressive repertoire of songs from colonial times to the 1920s up through today’s chart toppers. Outside the concert hall, Salute Series performances – including POPS on Independence on July 3 and the I’ll Be Home for Christmas—A Salute to the Military and First Responders event – celebrate the American tradition of service around important national holidays; POPS in Schools enhances music education for Philadelphia School District students; and POPS Outside brings POPS music to local communities. The Philly POPS performs as a founding resident company of The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, and at venues throughout the mid-Atlantic region.
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THE PHILLY POPS POPS IN SCHOOLS ROCKS AND SWINGS The All-City Jazz Combo played at the Kimmel’s Commonwealth Plaza prior to each of the ELLA, Louis and All That Jazz concerts on March 31, April 1 and 2. Students benefited from a Byron Stripling Master Class on Wednesday, March 29. Each member of the Combo attends one of the ten All-City Jazz High Schools in the School District of Philadelphia participating in the POPS All-City Jazz program.
All-City Jazz Combo performs at Josie Robertson Plaza, Lincoln Center April 28, 2017
Philly's All-City Jazz Festival Showcase June 9, 2017 Perelman Theater, The Kimmel Center
Josie Robertson Plaza, Lincoln Center, 12:00pm
for the Performing Arts, 7:00pm
Young Music Makers Program in NYC. The All-
Day-long Jazz collaboration with the Kimmel Center
City Jazz Combo will cap off the celebration of
and all city-wide Jazz education organizations.
International Jazz Day!
Register for this FREE ticketed event at phillypops.org/POPSinSchools.
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HOME is a rock ensemble based at Andrew Jackson Elementary. The program is directed by Chris Argerakis, on faculty at the school. They are showcased each season prior to a POPS concert and are invited to enjoy the show through the POPS in Schools program.
PARTNERS
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CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SUPPORT The Philly POPS is extremely grateful for the generous support received from the following corporations, foundations, and government agencies. Their support is vital to the POPS's commitment to music excellence. The Philly POPS is an approved Educational Improvement Organization (EIO) by the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) certified to receive donations through Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC).
CORPORATE PARTNERS
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38TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON SPONSOR
MEDIA PARTNER
SEASON SPONSOR
OFFICIAL PERCUSSION SUPPLIER
SALUTE SERIES PRESENTING SPONSOR
MARKETING SUPPORT
CIVIC, FOUNDATION, AND GOVERNMENT PARTNERS
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KEEP UP WITH THE POPS IN BETWEEN CONCERTS Watch concert videos, learn about our events, get updates on POPS in Schools, and see where we're POPPING up around the Philly region. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @ThePhillyPOPS.
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THE PHILLY POPS In the News
"'STAR WARS,' SINATRA, BROADWAY, AND QUEEN: PHILLY POPS ANNOUNCES 2017-18 SEASON"
February 13, 2017
"PHILLY POPS TEAM UP TO PAY TRIBUTE TO ONE OF THE BEATLES’ MOST POPULAR ALBUMS"
February 3, 2017
"BROADWAY CONDUCTOR, PHILLY NATIVE LEADS MASTERCLASS WITH CHOIR STUDENTS AT GAMP"
"BROADWAY’S PHANTOM JOINS THE PHILLY POPS FOR A SHOW TUNES SERIES"
February 20, 2017
February 22, 2016
"PHILLY POPS PRESENTS 'BLOCKBUSTER BROADWAY'"
February 23, 2017
"6ABC LOVES THE ARTS: PHILLY POPS' ELLA & LOUIS" "PHILLY POPS CEO GIORDANO EARNS LEGACY AWARD" March 19, 2017 March 13, 2017
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FRIENDS OF THE PHILLY POPS The Philly POPS greatly appreciates the many patrons who have made an Annual Fund contribution as Friends of the POPS. Thank you! Your support helps make our concerts possible and creates a sustainable future. AMERICAN SONGBOOK SOCIETY $100,000 and above
Pepper Hamilton, LLP Anne and Joe Del Raso
Gregory Montanaro
Comcast NBCUniversal
GMIH, LLC Recycling Management Services Mr. Anthony Serafine President and CEO
Muller, Inc Sandra Muller President
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Parx Casino
ORCHESTRA SOCIETY $50,000 to $99,999 Dottie and Frank Giordano Susan and Chase McDaniel Philadelphia Energy Solutions Phil Rinaldi Principal Partner and CEO
Manning and Virginia Smith The Union League of Philadelphia Mr. Jeffrey P. McFadden General Manager Wanamaker Entertainment Group Paul Conaway Chairman and CEO
Josephine “Pina” Templeton, M.D.
William Penn Foundation Special Gifts Program
MAESTRO CIRCLE $25,000 to $49,999
ENCORE CIRCLE $5,000 to $9,999
Assured AJM Insurance Tony Mahon President
Tim and Pam Alles
EQUUS Capital Partners LTD Monica and Dan DiLella Pennsylvania Council on the Arts The City of Philadelphia
PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE $10,000 to $24,999 Archer and Greiner, P.C. Salvatore M. DeBunda, Esq. Beneficial Bank
Aqua America, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Carlucci Clark Capital Management Group Abram and D. Walter Cohen Foundation in memory of Gail Denny Creative Financial Group Gary Daniels, CLU, ChFC, CAP
Nadia and Antoine Moukarzel
PECO The Philadelphia Cultural Fund The Philadelphia Phillies The Prime Rib Mr. Garth Weldon Republic Bank Mr. Harry D. Madonna Chairman and CEO Eric Rosen in memory of Robert Rosen Mr. Andrew J. Santacroce Louis Scaglione Boenning and Scattergood, Inc Harold F. Scattergood, Jr. Chairman of the Board and CEO Karen and John Sirlin George Turak UM Holdings Ltd. John Aglialoro and Joan Carter Visit Philadelphia Deborah and Andrew Webster
Susan and Charles Davidson
Wells Fargo Bank
DNB First Vince Liuzzi, EVP Chief Banking Officer
Bill and Jeanne Whitmore Wilmington Trust ZAC Management Group Anthony Zingarelli Principal/COO
CBS3 TV
The Foundation of Morris Hall St. Lawrence, Inc.
CFI, The Knoll Dealer
Jerry and Lucille Francesco
Dilworth Paxson LLP Mr. James M. Matour, Esq.
Jayne and Walter Garrison Mr. and Mrs. William A. Graham IV
MUSICIAN CIRCLE $2,500 to $4,999
Haverford Trust Company
Louis K. Habina, Esq.
Joan and Wilbert D. Abele
Kaufman Financial Services Mr. Larry A. Kaufman
The Heritage Center of the Union League
Anonymous
KeyBank Robert D. Kane, Jr. Market President
Jacobs Music Chris Rinaldi
Bochetto and Lentz
LCG, Ltd. Gary A. Frank, J.D. Chairman and CEO Macy's Rochelle and Barry Magarick Mr. Mark Nicoletti
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ASL Transportation Group Mr. James R. Donnelly President and CEO
LaVan Law Julie LaVan
Gabriel A. Battista
Vic and Urve Maggitti
Nancy and James Baxter
M&T Bank
BNY Wealth Management Francis T. Schickling, Jr. Senior Director
John and Janet Marsella Christine and John Meko
Chris Baxter
Salvatore and Amy Calabrese
The Caramanico Foundation Mr. Paul Catinella Charles Jacquin et Cie., Inc. Mr. Stanton Remer CFO Citizens Bank Daniel K. Fitzpatrick, CFA President
BATON CIRCLE $1,000 to $2,499
Metropolitan Contract Carpet Joe Pelosi
Anonymous
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Michaelson
Dr. Sucha and Mr. Michael Asbell
Michael Milone
Amany Mansour-Awad and George J. Awad
Morgan Stanley
The Harold and Renee Berger Foundation
Stephen Muracco
Karen Corbin
Frank and Suzanne Binswanger
Jana and Frank D’Andrea
Bob Andrews Group, LLC Mr. Robert Andrews, Jr. P.E. President and CEO
Drexel University John A. Fry President
Ed, Jane & Brownie Brandt
Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation
Judith Burgess and Randy Bradway
Exact Designs Mr. Richard Walling
Geraldine Camishion
Ron Giordano Legacy Advisors, LLC Mr. Michael T. Piotrowicz President Cpt. and Mrs. Jack P. Lieberman, US Navy (Retired)
Mark Morganthaler Dominic Nigro Laurie and Christopher Olivia Hon. Paul and Nancy Panepinto Penn Personalized Care Gary W. Dorshimer, MD, FACP, FCPP Official Physician of The Philly POPS The Reverend Lucy Pierre
David and Jennifer Cardy
Pine Belt Auto Louis Trebino
Joan and Richard Carella
Cynthia and Gary Porter
Carter Family Fund of the Central Indiana Community Foundation
Mr. Robert Rau
Edward and Joellyn Cattell Ivan Ciment
Ms. Joyce Seewald Sando Savitz Family Foundation Marvin and Roberta Schimmel
L. F. Driscoll Co., LLC
Priscilla and Aaron Cohen
Mr. Leroy E. Kean
Gen. Ronald Coleman
Mr. and Mrs. David H. Marion, Esq.
Kevin Collins
South Jersey Gastroenterology P.A. Dr. Joseph Savon
Edythe and Robert Mazer
Michael J. and Lynne Cona
Peggy and David Stedman
Elizabeth and Terrence McCabe
CRW Graphics David Van Dusen
Paul Stewart
Thomas Nowakowski, Sr. Obermeyer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel Nina B. Stryker, Esq. Trusts and Estates Department Chair
Mr. Joseph M. Della Ratta Susan and Matt Dupee Barry Depew Maris and Roger Evoy
J.W. Pepper & Sons, Inc.
Lisa Fazi
Susan Petrone
Mr. David Fineman
The Philadelphia Foundation Pedro A. Ramos President PHLCVB
Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Rob Wonderling President
Mr. Theodore Robb
Arlene and Stan Ginsburg
Roscommon International Sean Reilly President & CEO
Kathleen and Bruce Goldberg
Rowan University Dr. Ali Houshmand President
Ms. Gail Goldstein Lisa Hale Henry Gosik Charles Keates
Terence and Deborah Smith
Technology Concierge Group Gerald Francesco President Peter Throm Management Mr. Peter Throm Tot-Time Child Development Centers, Inc. Ms. Donna M. Parisi Owner John Turchi The Wanerman Group UBS Financial Services, Inc. Kathryn and Dr. Michael Warhol Elizabeth Weinreb Patricia Wellenbach Wellshire Farms Louis B. Colameco, III Janet G. and Harold J. Whartnaby
Joan Sacks and Lee Paynter
Michael Keenan
Monique and Gary Silvi
Ms. Christine Lange
Stradley Ronon Stevens and Young, LLP Wm. Sasso, Esq.
Riccardo Longo
Cupersmith, Wilensky, Steiger, Stempler & Co. LLP Marty and Janice Wilensky
Louis K. Fox Charitable Trust
Ms. Jane Windle
Christian R. & Mary F. Lindback Foundation
Christopher Wolfington
Ten Pennies Florist and Event Planners Ms. Ann Catania President TD Bank
Zook Dinon PA
Mr. Mark D. Lupke Gerald and Jeannine McMenamin Mr. Lawrence G. McMichael Ms. Elaine Meltzer*
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CONDUCTOR CIRCLE $750 to $999
L. Stephan and Rochelle Perchick
John McIntyre
Mary and Henry Schwarz
Julie and Richard Frost
Elliot and Barbara Schwartz
Members of Melita Lodge No. 295 in honor of Frank Giordano
JerseyMan Magazine Ken Dunek Publisher
Mr. Paul Sloate
Hermann Moser
Gabriel Staino
Janet and Stephen Mullin
John and Sandra Stouffer
C. Raymond Nelson
Rebecca and Brooks Van Pelt
Patricia and Michael Pence
Dale Wallace
Robert N. Racciatti
F. Gordon Yasinow
Regina and John Riordan
National HR Jay Nistad Principal Peterson Service Company Renee Fiorelli President Precision Automation Fred Rexon President & CEO Wealth Development Group Alan D. Katz Managing Member White Penny Jon Cofsky Principal
PRINCIPAL PLAYER $500 to $749 Melville and Maria Ackerman Phillip and Ellen Baer
Nancy and Thomas Rocereto
PERFORMER $375 to $499
The Rotary Club of Washington Township
Mr. Robert Doman
David Schneider
Ms. Karen Fei
Dr. Larry and Bonnie Seidman
Debbie and Elliot Maser
William and Anna Simpson
Dr. Michael Mittelman
Janet Steinberg
Patricia and Gordon Munson
Nancy Sullivan
NewsHeisler Wealth Management John Heisler, CFP
Laurence Sussman
Richard and Barbara Orr
Ms. Dale Wallace
Drs. Domenic and Dorothy Pisano
James Winn
Michelle and Mark Pressman Ralph Riviello, MD
Ms. Roselyn Barefield
David Schneider and Rosalind Erwin in honor of William Nathan Erwin
Sandy and Vince Basanavage
Dr. and Mrs. Clifford Sporn
Mr. Guy Berger
Ms. Joyce Ann Swoyer
Sharon and Bill Bronstein Bonnie Brown and Don Wynne Jeanne Brunozzi
ENTHUSIAST $250 to $374
Mary Lou and Frank Burke
Pamela Altman
CD Realty Advisors Craig Frater
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bortz
Sally Chandler and Mark Chalmers
Thomas Brunner
Connie and Pat Dalton
Ms. Courtney Carter
Marian Disken
Ms. Mary Chirillo
Emilio Degregorio
Beverly and Herbert Cohen
Ruth Ann and Paul Fox
Ms. Anne Congdon
Joan and Larry Glazerman
Sarah and Joseph M. Corvasce
Nancy and Alan Grossman
David Courtright
Cheryl D. Gunter and Paul A. Rabe
Constance and Robert Dalton
Dr. and Mrs. John A. Harman
Karen and John Fulton
Mr. Anthony Hui
Ms. Sandra E. Goodstein
Nina and Alan Kirschner
Harriet Beloff Goodwin
Gerhart and Anne Klein
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Jaworowski
Ms. Jacqueline S. Klein
Loraine and Edward Jones
Stephen and Randy Klein
Joseph Kolakowski
Drs. Lawrence and Lynn Levine
Dr. Ray and Terri Kovalski
Mrs. Patricia Levitt
Janet Leo
Dr. Michael Mittleman
Robert Lynn
Dr. Catherine A. Michon Kathleen Mulhern
Liss & Marion Ricky Liss, Esq.
Mr. Frank C. Palopoli
Carole Marani
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Ronald Vickers
Kimberly and Donald Brooks
Current Membership as of date of printing. *in memoriam
GIVING LEVELS
Join the Friends of the Philly Pops Today! If you love the NEW Philly POPS and want to become a Friend, please donate online at phillypops.org/donate to join others who share a passion for the Great American Songbook. Your tax-deductible gift makes a significant difference in the lives of thousands of fellow patrons by allowing our beloved stand-alone orchestra to continue to play the music you know and love to hear. FRIEND — $75 to $124
BATON CIRCLE — $1,000 TO $2,499
• 10% discount on single tickets
Conductor Circle benefits, plus:
ADMIRER — $125 TO $249 Friend benefits, plus: • Priority seating change request for your subscription ENTHUSIAST — $250 TO $374 Admirer benefits, plus: • Acknowledgement of your contribution in the Encore! program book PERFORMER — $375 TO $499 Enthusiast benefits, plus: • Complimentary tickets to a special backstage tour PRINCIPAL PLAYER — $500 TO $749 Performer benefits, plus: • Exclusive intermission receptions with musicians and Board of Directors CONDUCTOR CIRCLE — $750 TO $999
• Free ticket exchange of your subscription tickets • Exclusive VIP Invitations to POPS special events and performances MUSICIAN CIRCLE — $2,500 TO $4,999 Baton Circle benefits, plus: • Invitations to a special reception with Maestro Krajewski and POPS leadership • A private tour of the Kimmel Center ENCORE! CIRCLE — $5,000 TO $9,999 Musician Circle benefits, plus: • A private dinner with Frank Giordano, President and CEO of The Philly POPS • 1/2 page ad in the Encore! program book PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE — $10,000 and above Encore! Circle benefits, plus: • Concert Series Sponsorship • Full page ad in the Encore! program book
Principal Player benefits, plus: • A private backstage visit with Maestro Krajewski and guest artists
All membership benefits are designed for two people. You may also waive all benefits, making the full amount of your contribution tax-deductible. For additional information on individual giving, please call our Development Office at 215.735.2841. To donate online, go to phillypops.org/donate. Benefits incept upon receipt of the contribution and are active for the 2016-17 season.
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COMING SOON!
YOUNG FRIENDS INITIATIVE
STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS... youngfriends@phillypops.org
Archer Proudly Supports
The Philly Pops and would like to congratulate our colleague
Salvatore M. DeBunda for his hardwork and dedication serving as Board Chair for the POPS To learn more about our firm and how we can assist you, contact Salvatore DeBunda, Esq. at (215) 963-3300 or sdebunda@archerlaw.com
215.96.3300 • WWW.ARCHERLAW.COM
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Inspired by our history Focused on innovation Committed to community is honored to support
The Philly Pops James M. Matour, Esq. 215-575-7134 jmatour@dilworthlaw.com
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PERSONALIZED CARE
Gary W. Dorshimer, MD Official Physician of the Philly POPS
proudly supports the philly pops
Comprehensive medicine focused on preventive care and long-term wellness 800 Walnut Street | 17th Floor, Suite A | Philadelphia, PA 19107 215.829.3016 | PennMedicine.org/PersonalizedCare
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Helping your town never feels like work. Citizens Bank is pleased to support The Philly Pops.
Member FDIC. Citizens Bank is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A., and Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania. 74765
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We are pleased to support the Philly POPS Equus Capital Partners, Ltd. is one of the nation’s leading private equity real estate fund managers. Equus’ portfolio consists of over 17 million square feet of office, retail, and industrial properties and more than 12,000 apartment units in over 50 communities located throughout the United States.
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WITH THE COMPANY THAT’LL HELP LEAD YOU TO A HEALTHIER LIFE. At Independence Blue Cross, we’re committed to keeping you in good health. That’s why we make it easy to plan and track your health goals through personal health profiles and personal health records. Because we believe that working toward a healthier life leads to a happier life. Learn more at ibx.com
It feels good to give back. And together with our generous customers and employees, Macy’s averages more than $1 million a week to initiatives important to you and your community – arts, education, the environment, HIV/AIDS, and women’s health and wellness. It adds up to $69 million a year. It’s a good feeling we can all share, and to us, that’s the magic of giving.
William Scheible, Artistic Director
Just a few of the sensational acts coming this season: June
July continued
August
Opening Night with Vanessa Williams!
Legendary Singer Gloria Gaynor with the POPS!
Broadway Show Mary Poppins
July
Eddie Bruce Celebrates the Latin Casino
DooWop with the Duprees
Julie Budd Remembering Mr. Sinatra
Broadway Sensation Hugh Panaro
Super Diamond – The Neil Diamond Tribute
Vanessa Williams June 25
Gloria Gaynor July 23
September
Hugh Panaro
September 10
To purchase tickets, visitwww.ocnj.us/boxoffice or call 609-525-9248 or 609-399-6111 For more information, visit www.oceancitypops.org Presenting Sponsors: City of Ocean City
Friends of the Ocean City Pops, Inc.
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Philadelphia Energy Solutions Proudly Supports
Philadelphia Energy Solutions believes in going beyond supporting the communities in which we live and work. Through our active support of youth, culture, health, education and environmental opportunities, we strive to improve the quality of life for our employees and our neighbors.
We are focused to be the best every day.
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