Wharton Arts

09/18/2026

The wait is over! The music video for "Life in the Silk City" premieres TODAY at 6:30PM. Watch it with us as we celebrate the incredible work our students have done!

"Life in the Silk City" was composed and recorded by students in Pa...

09/11/2026

Wishing a sweet and joyful Rosh Hashanah to all who celebrate. May the new year bring peace, hope, and happiness to you and your loved ones. Shana Tova! 🍎🍯

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers across the country.

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable Labor Day!

08/31/2026

🎶 Five FREE concerts. Five unique musical experiences.

Presented by the New Jersey Youth Symphony, a program of Wharton Arts, the Free Concert Series at UCPAC brings an exciting lineup to Rahway this fall and winter—from America 250 and beloved American classics to gospel, classical, jazz, and holiday favorites.

📍 UCPAC • Rahway, NJ
📅 October 25–December 13
🎟️ Free admission — tickets required

Take the train. Enjoy the music. Stay for dinner.

Reserve your free tickets at UCPAC.org.

08/26/2026

🎵 Five FREE concerts are coming to Rahway!

Experience an exciting lineup of live music at the New Jersey Youth Symphony's Free Concert Series at UCPAC, featuring:

⭐America 250: Harmony Across Cultures — music, dance, and shared traditions celebrating America’s 250th anniversary

🎶 America 250: Harmony Across Cultures — beloved American musical classics

🎤 Gospel Music Festival — uplifting gospel music celebrating faith, hope, and community

🎄 Two Nutcrackers — Tchaikovsky meets Ellington in a holiday celebration of classical and jazz

✨ Season of Joy! — beloved holiday classics and joyful traditions for all ages

📅 October 25–December 13
📍 Union County Performing Arts Center, Rahway, NJ
🎟️ FREE admission — tickets required

Take the train to Rahway, enjoy live music, and stay to explore local dining.

See the full lineup and reserve your free tickets at UCPAC.org or https://whartonarts.org/free-concerts-rahway/)

08/11/2026

🎉 Welcome to Wharton Arts, Dan!

We’re excited to welcome Daniel Spielman to the Wharton Arts team as our new Development Associate!

Daniel joins us with a background in arts administration, having previously worked in Development with the New Jersey Symphony. He recently earned his Master of Music in Clarinet Performance from Northwestern University after completing his undergraduate studies at Rutgers University.

A New Jersey native and clarinetist, Daniel is excited to be back home and will support Wharton Arts’ fundraising initiatives with a focus on database management.

Please join us in giving Daniel a warm Wharton Arts welcome! 🎶

07/30/2026

Please join us in welcoming Wharton Arts’ new President & CEO, Carol Chickering Burden! 🎶

In her new role, Carol is committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to discover their own path into music and experience the transformative power of the arts.

Learn more about Carol’s vision for Wharton Arts and the future of music education in this new feature from TAPinto Berkeley Heights below.

Carol Chickering Burden, Wharton Arts’ new CEO, says her goal is to expand access to music education for every child.

07/24/2026

🎙️ Tune in!

Hear Wharton Arts President & CEO Carol Chickering Burden on A Tempo with host Rachel Katz on WWFM - The Classical Network as they discuss the transformative power of music education, the exciting future of Wharton Arts, and how we're expanding access to the arts across New Jersey.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation celebrating the impact of music on individuals and communities alike.

🎧 Listen in and let us know what resonates with you!
→ https://www.wwfm.org/

07/09/2026

Big opportunity at Wharton Arts! 🎭

We are seeking a Director of Finance to work closely with our new President and Chief Executive Officer, helping drive financial strategy, promote organizational stability, and prepare Wharton Arts for future growth.

Join an organization serving 2,000 students each year through community music and creative youth development programs.

Learn more and apply today: https://whartonarts.org/about-wharton-arts/employment/

07/04/2026

🎆 Happy 4th of July! Wishing you a safe and joyful Independence Day filled with family, fireworks, and freedom.