A unique musical experience takes place in Philadelphia August 29, when the New World of Peace Concert will be staged at the Church of the Holy Trinity on Rittenhouse Square at 7 p.m.

The free event presents the powerful, meditative music and poetry of Indian composer and spiritual teacher Sri Chinmoy, arranged and conducted by British musician Sahadeva Torpy. The international ensemble of musicians and singers will be accompanied by multimedia images and spoken words.

The concert is offered to share hope and a harmonious vision for life on this planet, transcending the boundaries of politics, culture and creed. Where better to reaffirm this vision than in Philadelphia—the city of brotherly love that Chinmoy called the “spiritual capital of America.”

Audiences at the 2023 inaugural tour in the United Kingdom and Ireland found the concert experience transformative. “The people, words and music showed me that peace is not only beautiful, but possible,” said one concertgoer. “A wonderful experience—it is exactly what is needed in our world today,” exclaimed another.

Location: 1904 Walnut St. For more information or for tickets (the concert is free, but tickets are required), call 215-383-3663 or visit www.NewWorldOfPeace.com.