The arrival of sunny days around the Main Line signals the start of so many things. There’s the return of craft fairs and food festivals, to be sure. And, of course, don’t forget about the lineup of local concerts. This season, there are more than a few notable acts coming to the region, which means there’s no time like the present to get your hands on tickets. See you at the shows!
Valley Forge Middle School, Wayne
April 28, 8-11 p.m.
As part of its 2022-2023 season, the Main Line Symphony Orchestra offers a spring concert featuring classical guitar virtuoso John Marcel Williams, along with the music of Gershwin and DeFalla. The show explores Spanish and Latin American themes, so expect the music to be utterly enticing and alluring. Tickets run $15-20. If you can’t make it that day, the orchestra offers another edition of the concert at the Congregation Keneseth Israel in Elkins Park on April 30 at 4:30 p.m.
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Church of the Good Samaritan, Paoli
May 7, 3 p.m.
To celebrate its 50th season in the region, the Chester County Choral Society goes big with an 80-voice auditioned choir accompanied by pianist Ann Marie Ellis. A variety of works will feature throughout the event, and an eight-piece string ensemble and three percussion players will help to set the musical scene. Afterward, a wine and cheese reception with choir history displays will wrap up the event.
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Swarthmore College Lang Music Building, Swarthmore
May 12 and 13, 7:30 p.m.
This is not your standard spring concert, and that’s precisely what’s so great about it. Led by the 100-plus Chester children who make up The Chester Children’s Chorus, this show will be all about jazz hits that get toes tapping. Admission is free, and seating is limited and on a first come, first served basis.
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Radnor Middle School Auditorium, Wayne
May 12, 8-9:30 p.m.
The final concert in Orchestra Concordia’s 2022-2023 gala anniversary season takes place in mid-May. The show is free, open to the public and wheelchair accessible, making it a delightful to-do for families and friends. The concert features a medley of music, so attendees can expect an enticing lineup of melodies during this to-do.
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The Bryn Mawr Gazebo, Bryn Mawr
May 27, June 3, 11, 16
Concerts at the gazebo, anyone? That’s precisely what you can expect from Bryn Mawr’s Twilight series, which kicks off on Memorial Day weekend and runs through September. Some shows are free, while others are ticketed, so check ahead of time to make sure you have everything you need to see the artists. A free show featuring Matt Santry + The Lift Offs kicks things off in May, followed by Lucy Kaplansky, Steve Forbert and The New Renditions and the Merion Concert Band (free!) in June.
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Eagleview Town Center, Exton
June 6 and 20, 7 p.m.
Eagleview Town Center’s concert series is a treat for Main Line area residents since all concerts are free and open to the public. The first show on June 6 features Aaron Goodvin with special guest Dylan Zangwill (who you may remember here). Then, on June 20, Sunny War and Bee Taylor take the stage at 7 p.m. Head to the website to check out additional concerts scheduled throughout summer.
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Wilson Farm Park, Wayne
June 15, 7 p.m.
Summer officially begins on June 21, which means the first show in this concert series just makes it into the cutoff for spring. Catch Almost There at Wilson Farm Park, weather permitting, for a fun show with the family. Will’s & Bill’s Brewery will be providing beverages that day. After that, take a look at the lineup to bookmark the shows slated all the way through September.