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2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia,
PA
19130
United States
Enjoy an evening of art, live music, cocktails, and light fare at our monthly First Friday mixer. Tonight’s event, presented in partnership with Asian Arts Initiative, features bandoneonist, pianist, and accordionist Shinjoo Cho with tango guitarists Alejo de los Reyes and Jason Klinke and bassist Ben Blazer. Cho’s new, original compositions for bandoneon and janggu will be performed with percussionist Hyun Jin Cha. This dynamic evening is hosted by Anne Ishii, executive director of the Asian Arts Initiative. Live music sets are at 6:30 and 7:45pm.First Friday at the Barnes includes access to the collection galleries and Modigliani Up Close. Cocktails and light fare are available for purchase. Seating is limited. Tickets and more information here.