LYRIC FEST performs "Music in the White House" on Saturday, February 7th at 8 pm in Roberts Hall, Marshall Auditorium.

Lyric Fest celebrates Presidential Inauguration 2009 and President’s Day with Music in the White House, a timely look at American Presidential History - viewed through the stage door!

In an enlightening program narrated by award-winning journalist Tracy Matisak, discover  how music in the White House reflects American history itself… from Jefferson playing fiddle in the icy, unfinished mansion - to red carpet command performances by the world’s most respected artists.

Journalist Tracy Matisak and the Haverford College Chamber Singers join artists Emily Bullock, Suzanne DuPlantis, Takesha Kizart, Kevin Langan, Randi Marrazzo, John Packard, Sally Wolf with Laura Ward, piano.

Lyric Fest is a myriad of singers brought together with a pianist, the spoken word and YOU - for a satisfying and delightfully different concert experience. Designed for the aficionado and novice alike, Lyric Fest is a unique musical offering in the city of Philadelphia. Equally noted for scholarship and entertainment, Lyric Fest presents artists of national and international stature, heard in the intimate setting of song. Experience what critics have called “An irresistible mix of high art and humane feeling…as entertaining as a well managed party.”

Tickets are $15 (Gen); $12 (Sr); $8 (Students); and $5 (7-17). Bi-Co Free.