First-ever event to take place in the Keystone Grand Ballroom on Saturday, January 31st at 7:00pm
WHAT: The NEPA Philharmonic is excited to present its inaugural Battle of the Bands, presented by ROCK107, on Saturday, January 31st at 7:00pm at Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Keystone Grand Ballroom. Tickets are available at nepaphil.org or by calling the NEPA Philharmonic Box Office at (570) 270-4444.
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, January 31st
7:00pm
Keystone Grand Ballroom
IN DETAIL: This groundbreaking, dynamic, live-judged music competition showcases eight talented local bands across a wide range of styles, from jazz fusion to country and heavy metal to pop rock, with cash prizes and a chance for one band to perform with the Philharmonic. Over 40 talented bands from across Northeastern Pennsylvania applied to compete, with eight finalists selected to take the stage: So Much Hope, Buried; Gracie Jane Sinclair & The Band; Chasing Ashlee; Tori V & The Karma; The Sorters; Rogue Chimp; One Revived; and the Jay Orrell Band. These bands will compete in the live-judged event for their chance to win the $5,000 Grand Prize and perform with the NEPA Philharmonic in their 2026-2027 season. A $1,000 runner up prize and a $1,000 audience choice prize will also be awarded, giving audience members an opportunity to cheer on and vote for their favorite band.
John Popko, host at Rock107 and Fuzz 96.1, will be the emcee for the event. The event will be judged by a panel comprised of the following individuals:
- Mélisse Brunet — Music Director, NEPA Philharmonic
- Chason Goldschmitz — Executive Director, NEPA Philharmonic
- Ruotao Mao — Concertmaster, NEPA Philharmonic
- Kait — Co-Host of the Prospector Show, Rock107
- Jennifer Ducharme — Director of Events, Mohegan Pennsylvania
- Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski — Pennsylvania State Representative, 121st District
- Rick Hoffenberg — Co-Director, Marywood University School of Visual & Performing Arts
“Mohegan Pennsylvania is thrilled to be part of this incredible celebration of music and artistry,” said Jennifer Ducharme, Director of Events at Mohegan Pennsylvania. “Supporting the arts is an essential part of our commitment to the community, and we look forward to an unforgettable evening.”
For additional information on NEPA Philharmonic’s Battle of the Bands at Mohegan Pennsylvania, visit the Mohegan Pennsylvania website.
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