Philadelphia-area artists including Sabrina Carpenter win big at 2025 Grammy Awards

Several Philadelphia-area artists made significant strides at the 67th Grammy Awards, bringing home prestigious accolades. Among them, Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter shone brightly, winning her first Grammy for best pop solo performance for her hit "Espresso." Following her performance during the show, Carpenter secured another win for best pop vocal album with "Short n' Sweet."

In her heartfelt acceptance speech, Carpenter expressed gratitude to her mother, who supported her musical journey by driving her to voice lessons in Bala Cynwyd. This personal acknowledgment underscored the significance of family support in her success.

Another notable winner was the album "Beyond The Years – Unpublished Songs Of Florence Price," created by Karen Slack and Michelle Cann, which took home the award for best classical solo album. This album highlights the essential yet underappreciated contributions of Florence Price, a groundbreaking Black composer and pianist. Both Slack and Cann shared their deep admiration for Price's work, describing it as timeless and uniquely heartfelt.

Additionally, the Philadelphia-based professional chamber choir The Crossing, directed by Donald Nally, won the award for best choral performance for their album "Ochre." These wins showcase the vibrant musical talent emerging from the Philadelphia region.

Local nominees also included Orrin Evans and The Captain Black Big Band, who were nominated for best large jazz ensemble album with “Walk A Mile In My Shoe,” and The Baylor Project, a South Jersey couple up for best jazz performance with "Walk With Me, Lord (SOUND | SPIRIT)." Berks County's Taylor Swift also received six nominations, further emphasizing the area's rich musical landscape.