Ars Nova Workshop: An Introduction

Ars Nova Workshop (ANW) is a Philadelphia non-profit jazz and experimental music presenting organization. ANW intentionally programs events and concerts in alternative spaces, showcasing divergent and challenging musical traditions and perspectives. ANW acts as an intermediary between musicians and composers and their audiences, while working to inform, inspire, and challenge listeners, ultimately elevating the role of jazz and experimental music in contemporary culture.

Fervently upholding the jazz/Free Jazz continuums by supporting its musicians, other 20th century composers and improvisers as well as the work of emerging artists, ANW events are a forum for discourse and new trends in contemporary music theories and practices.  ANW believes in the transformative power of challenging art and seeks to be a vital cultural resource for Philadelphia. Since 2000, ANW has presented nearly 200 events featuring some of the most engaging and unique voices in contemporary music including Anthony Braxton, Dave Douglas, Peter Brötzmann, Cecil Taylor, Paal Nilssen-Love, Muhal Richard Abrams, Marc Ribot and Marilyn Crispell. Learn more.