Todd Marcus live in Philadelphia

Experience Todd Marcus live on July 28th

Todd Marcus will perform at the Penn Museum in Philadelphia on July 28, 2026. Marcus is a jazz instrumentalist specializing in the bass clarinet, known for incorporating Middle Eastern musical traditions – particularly maqam – into his compositions and improvisations. His work blends elements of jazz harmony and rhythm with the melodic and modal characteristics of Arabic music, resulting in a unique and globally-influenced sound. He frequently performs solo and leads the Todd Marcus Quartet.

The Penn Museum (Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology) is dedicated to the study and presentation of human history and culture. Founded in 1887, it houses an extensive collection of more than 320,000 objects representing diverse cultures from around the world. The museum’s collections span archaeology and anthropology, with significant holdings from ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

The museum building itself reflects a Beaux-Arts architectural style completed in phases between 1916 and 1933. It functions as both a research institution affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania and a public museum exhibiting artifacts and hosting educational programs. The performance space within the museum is utilized for events designed to complement its cultural mission.