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SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres


by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026

Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe....

François Germain Appointed Director Of CIM Opera Theater And Voice Ensembles


by A.A. Cristi - April 16, 2026

The Cleveland Institute of Music has appointed François Germain as Director of CIM Opera Theater and Voice Ensembles. Germain will continue his role as Professor of Voice Studies while overseeing curriculum and performance programming. The appointment follows an international search....

Paul Jacobs to Perform POULENC’S ORGAN CONCERTO with Cleveland Orchestra


by A.A. Cristi - March 16, 2026

GRAMMY Award-winning organist Paul Jacobs will join the Cleveland Orchestra for a series of performances featuring POULENC’S ORGAN CONCERTO. Scheduled for April 2026, these concerts mark a notable return of Jacobs, who is renowned for his mastery in organ music. The event promises to showcase his ...

The Cleveland Institute of Music Appoints Chad Hoopes To Violin Faculty


by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 05, 2026

The Cleveland Institute of Music has appointed Chad Hoopes to its violin faculty, further strengthening the depth and vitality of the string department....

Cleveland Institute Of Music To Highlight Contemporary Works In Spring 2026 Season


by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2026

The Cleveland Institute of Music will present a spring 2026 concert season that places a strong emphasis on contemporary music alongside established classical repertoire. ...

M.U.S.i.C. To Present LOVE IS IN THE AIR Valentine’s Day Concert In Pepper Pike


by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026

On February 14, 2026, M.U.S.i.C. will present 'LOVE IS IN THE AIR,' a special Valentine's Day concert featuring chamber music performances by emerging talents. The event will take place in Pepper Pike, Ohio, offering a romantic evening of classical music....

BlueWater Chamber Orchestra And Ohio Contemporary Ballet to Unite for Performance


by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 05, 2025

Ohio Contemporary Ballet will collaborate with the BlueWater Chamber Orchestra for the 2025-26 season. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!...

The Cleveland Orchestra Parnters With Global Arts Streaming Service Marquee TV


by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 27, 2025

The Cleveland Orchestra and Marquee TV have launched a new global partnership featuring investments in original co-productions, special live-streamed events, and more....

Cleveland Institute of Music Announces 2025–26 Season in Newly Renovated Kulas Hall


by A.A. Cristi - August 25, 2025

The Cleveland Institute of Music will celebrate the reopening of its renovated Kulas Hall with a full 2025–26 season. Highlights include Puccini’s Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi, Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, world premieres by Jerod Tate, and more....

The Cleveland Orchestra Reveals Artistic Appointments For 2025–26 Season


by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 30, 2025

The Cleveland Orchestra has added three new members to its artistic and creative team, continuing the Orchestra's commitment to innovation, community engagement, and musical excellence. Learn more!...

RUST: A STORY OF STEEL AND GRIT World Premiere is Coming to Dobama Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 14, 2025

The final production of Dobama Theatre's 2024/25 mainstage season is the World Premiere of RUST: A Story of Steel and Grit by George Brant, directed by Laura Kepley. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets. ...

Composer Joe Hisaishi To Conduct The Cleveland Orchestra This September


by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 26, 2025

Award-winning composer, music director, conductor, and pianist Joe Hisaishi will make his debut with The Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Music Center. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...

Cleveland CMS to Celebrate 75th Anniversary With Performances in April


by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 04, 2025

The Cleveland Chamber Music Society will celebrate 75 years of concerts. Jerusalem Quartet will perform all 15 string quartets by Dmitri Shostakovich over five nights in April. Learn how to attend. ...

Cleveland Institute of Music Names Tito Muñoz Interim Principal Conductor And Guest Orchestral Studies Faculty


by A.A. Cristi - February 27, 2025

On Thursday, CIM has announced the appointment of Tito Muñoz, former music director of The Phoenix Symphony, as interim principal conductor of the CIM Orchestra. He'll take up the post next fall and remain through the 2026-27 school year....

The Cleveland Orchestra To Perform With Grammy-Winner Laufey At Blossom Music Center


by A.A. Cristi - February 24, 2025

The Cleveland Orchestra will perform with Grammy-winning Icelandic jazz singer, composer, and producer Laufey on August 7, 2025, at Blossom Music Center....

Cleveland Institute of Music Concert Calendar Expands With Launch Of New Conductor-less Chamber Orchestra


by A.A. Cristi - February 19, 2025

On Wednesday, following successful pilots over the last two years, CIM announced the launch of a new conductor-less chamber orchestra, beginning in fall 2025. The group will be directed by faculty violinist Todd Phillips and present two programs each year. ...

The Cleveland Orchestra to Present Early Return of Music Director Franz Welser-Möst


by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 04, 2025

The Cleveland Orchestra has revealed that Music Director Franz Welser-Möst will return to Cleveland earlier than expected to lead an additional subscription week on February 27-28 and March 1....

Award-Winning Pianist Gerardo Teissonnière To Lead CIM's Young Artist Piano Seminar In July


by A.A. Cristi - January 22, 2025

CIM will again hold its acclaimed Young Artist Piano Seminar, July 6-12. The program also will be led again by pianist Gerardo Teissonnière (BM ’85, MM ’89, Vronsky), a distinguished member of the faculty and winner of the 2025 Governor’s Award for the Arts in the Individual Artist category...

The Cleveland Orchestra to Present 2025 Blossom Music Festival


by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 21, 2025

The Cleveland Orchestra will present its 2025 Blossom Music Festival, promising an unforgettable summer of performances at Blossom Music Center. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets....

The Cleveland Orchestra Announces 2025 Holiday Concert Dates


by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2025

The Cleveland Orchestra invites music lovers of all ages to experience the magic of the holidays with a series of memorable concerts at Severance Music Center....

Cleveland Institute of Music Unveils Spring 2025 Season


by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2025

CIM has unveiled its musical plans for spring 2025, revealing a calendar full of ambitious and enticing programs around the region. ...

The Cleveland Orchestra To Host Free MLK Celebration Concert


by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 11, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra will host its 45th annual concert honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Concert Hall at Severance Music Center. Learn more!...

Cleveland Orchestra Sets Cynthia Erivo, Two Movies For 2025 Blossom Music Festival


by A.A. Cristi - November 19, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra has announced three highlights of its 2025 Blossom Music Festival: An Evening with Cynthia Erivo, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and Disney's The Lion King....

Cleveland Institute of Music Slates 2025 Edition Of Popular Chamber Music Intensive


by A.A. Cristi - November 18, 2024

Cleveland Institute of Music announced the 2025 Chamber Music Intensive, offering string players an opportunity to enhance their skills with expert guidance and collaborative performances....

The Cleveland Orchestra Announces Its 2024-25 Digital Season On Adella


by A.A. Cristi - September 09, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra has announced its 2024-2025 digital season on Adella, featuring six Live from Severance concerts. ...

Composer-Violinist Curtis Stewart Headlines September CIM New Music Ensemble Program


by A.A. Cristi - September 06, 2024

Composer-violinist Curtis Stewart headlined the September CIM New Music Ensemble program, showcasing contemporary works and innovative performances....

Cleveland Institute of Music Announces 2024-25 Season Amid Kulas Hall Renovation


by A.A. Cristi - August 26, 2024

Cleveland Institute of Music announced its 2024-25 season, featuring world-class performances and educational programs, while Kulas Hall undergoes renovation....

The Cleveland Orchestra Reveals 2024–25 Family Concert And Music Explorers Series


by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 06, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra revealed its 2024–25 Family Concert Series and Music Explorers Series, offering engaging musical experiences for all ages. Learn how to purchase tickets....

The Cleveland Orchestra to Celebrate 200th Anniversary of Anton Bruckner's Birth with Symphony No. 4


by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 24, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra will release a new audio recording of Anton Bruckner’s Symphony No. 4 led by Music Director Franz Welser-Möst on August 16 as it prepares to perform the work on tour in Europe later this summer. ...

The Cleveland Orchestra to Present the Return of Summers at Severance With Three Concerts


by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2024

After a five-year hiatus, The Cleveland Orchestra's popular Summers at Severance series will return to Severance Music Center with three Thursday night concerts. Learn how to purchase tickets....

The Cleveland Orchestra To Return To South Florida For 18th Miami Residency


by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 08, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra will present its 18th Miami Residency, returning to South Florida for three weeks during the 2024-25 season. Learn how to purchase tickets....

Grammy-Winning Organist Paul Jacobs To Appear With The Toledo Symphony In April


by A.A. Cristi - March 21, 2024

Join Grammy Award-winning organist Paul Jacobs as he returns to the Toledo Symphony for a concert under Maestro Alain Trudel. ...

The Cleveland Orchestra to Present AN EVENING WITH JOHN LEGEND at Blossom Music Center


by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 26, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra will perform with multi-platinum, 12-time Grammy Award–winner John Legend at Blossom Music Center on Thursday, August 8. ...

Cleveland Institute of Music Composer Keith Fitch Wins 2024 Individual Excellence Award From Ohio Arts Council


by A.A. Cristi - February 21, 2024

CIM composer Keith Fitch honored with 2024 Individual Excellence Award from Ohio Arts Council. Learn more about this prestigious recognition in the arts community....

The Cleveland Orchestra Announces 2024 Blossom Music Festival Lineup Featuring Leslie Odom, Jr. and More


by Blair Ingenthron - February 18, 2024

Learn more about the lineup of classical favorites and star-studded pops concerts for the 2024 Blossom Music Festival by The Cleveland Orchestra here!...

CIM Composer Keith Fitch Wins 2024 Award In Music From American Academy Of Arts And Letters


by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2024

CIM composer Keith Fitch wins 2024 Award in Music from American Academy of Arts and Letters. Get the latest news from CIM....

CIM Students, Faculty Cook Up Fifth Annual MUSIC FOR FOOD Benefit With Members Of The Cleveland Orchestra


by A.A. Cristi - February 12, 2024

CIM students and faculty collaborate with members of The Cleveland Orchestra for the fifth annual Music for Food Benefit....

Cello Student Karim Maggio Wins 2024 Presser Foundation Undergraduate Scholar Award


by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 02, 2024

Cello student Karim Maggio wins the 2024 Presser Foundation Undergraduate Scholar Award....

CIM Violin Student Karisa Chiu To Make Debut With Asheville Symphony Orchestra


by A.A. Cristi - January 29, 2024

An enduring partnership between CIM and the Asheville Symphony Orchestra has resulted in a major career break for a current student. ...

Summer At The Cleveland Institute of Music Heats Up With Launch Of New 2024 Chamber Music Intensive


by A.A. Cristi - January 22, 2024

Summer at CIM heats up with launch of new 2024 Chamber Music Intensive. Experience the excitement of chamber music with CIM's intensive summer program....




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