■ The Velvet Whip Speakeasy
319 N 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
■ Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 7:30PM
About Hiruy Tirfe
If you’ve been following Hiruy Tirfe for the past 12 years, you may have seen him on stage with some of
the most legendary and groundbreaking artists in music today—including The Roots, Patti LaBelle,
H.E.R., Chill Moody, Jeff Bradshaw, and many others.
On January 26, 2024, Hiruy made his mark as a leader with the release of his critically acclaimed debut
album 10,000 Hours, inspired by Malcolm Gladwell’s renowned social theory that 10,000 hours of
deliberate practice equals genius status.The album 10,000 Hours became a defining statement for Tirfe:
- Featured on SiriusXM Real Jazz Station
- Sold numerous physical copies
- Garnered multiple sold-out shows
- Earned Tirfe and his quartet the title of Winner of the 2024 DC JazzPrix Competition, presented by the
DC Jazz Festival
About The Threshold
Now, Hiruy Tirfe is preparing to record his highly anticipated second album, The Threshold.
On September 10, 2025, Tirfe and his quartet will present an exclusive Album Preview Show at The
Velvet Whip in his hometown of Philadelphia. This concert carries special meaning: the very next day, the
band will head directly into the studio to record the same music they performed live for their hometown
audience.
This is more than a concert—it’s a chance to witness the creative process unfold in real time and
experience the birth of Hiruy Tirfe’s next musical chapter.
Join Us
We invite you to be part of this milestone event:
■ Wednesday, September 10, 2025
■ The Velvet Whip, Philadelphia, PA
Come experience “The Threshold: Album Preview Show” and be among the first to hear the music that
will be recorded the very next day.
■■ Tickets available now at www.velvetwhipphilly.com