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Grab your scarf, your soft pretzel, and your best “Yo!”—’cause we’re bringing the brotherly love and the barbershop buzz! Join ArtSmart for a one-of-a-kind benefit concert featuring The Philadelphia Gritty-Tones, a barbershop holiday quartet made up of four top-tier Philly musicians who harmonize harder than the Eagles’ defensive line and sport more team pride than Broad Street after a championship win.
These guys don’t just sing—they bring it. Enjoy classics such as "Go the Distance," "Kiss from a Rose," "When You Wish Upon a Star," and "I'll Be Home for Christmas." Expect dazzling harmonies, Philly-style banter, and enough good cheer to melt even the iciest of Gritty glares.
Plus, a set from the hometown rockstars of Franklin Learning Center—Universal Language, Philly’s powerhouse student band making waves across the city.
All proceeds benefit ArtSmart, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of youth in under-resourced communities across Philadelphia and beyond through tuition-free music lessons and mentorship by paid, professional artists.
It’s festive. It’s funny. It’s full of heart. Because in Philly, we don’t just carol—we carol with attitude
1:00 PM — Concert: Cozy up for tunes that mix barbershop classics, holiday hits, hot cocoa, and our favorite pretzel.
2:30 PM — Carol with the Gritty-Tones: Follow the quartet as they spread holiday joy (and a little good-natured grit) through Rittenhouse Square.
*Come to one or both of the above events!
