Philadelphia

Swan Song: Philly POPS to End After More Than 40 Years

Frank Giordano, the president of the Philly-based orchestra, announced Wednesday the POPS will cease operations following the conclusion of the current 2022-2023 season. 

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NBC10’s Brenna Weick reports on the Philly POPS’ plans to cease operations at the end of the 2022-23 season. They are dedicating their final performances to “beloved patrons.”

After more than 40 years, the iconic music of The Philly POPS will come to an end. 

Frank Giordano, the president of the Philly-based orchestra, announced Wednesday the POPS will cease operations following the conclusion of the current 2022-2023 season. 

“Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, a combination of circumstances has led the Philly POPS to make the difficult decision to cease operations following the conclusion of the current 2022–23 season,” Giordano wrote. 

The group will still perform at the remaining shows scheduled for the rest of the season. 

“For the remainder of our season, every performance will be dedicated to you, our beloved patrons,” Giordano wrote. 

The POPS was founded by presenter and producer Moe Septee in 1979. The group plays orchestral versions of popular jazz, swing and Broadway songs.

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