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Jessica Lee Appointed Full-Time Chair of CIM Violin Department
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024

For some, especially in music, teaching isn’t just a profession. It’s a calling.  Count among that group violinist Jessica Lee.  On Monday, CIM announced that Lee will leave The Cleveland Orchestra to assume an expanded and full-time leadership role as chair of its violin department.

The Cleveland Orchestra Announces Six Musician Appointments
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2023

The Cleveland Orchestra announced updates to musician personnel with five new members and one member to a first assistant principal position. Earlier this year, Charles Paul, a bass section member since 2022, was appointed first assistant principal bass.

The Cleveland Institute of Music Lauds Student Successes At Sphinx, Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competitions
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2023

The Cleveland Institute of Music celebrates strong showings by current and former CIM students at two of the nation's highest-profile string competitions last weekend. 

The Cleveland Orchestra Announces Spring Digital Concert Programs and Premieres
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2021

Today, The Cleveland Orchestra announced its April and May programming and broadcast schedule for The Cleveland Orchestra: In Focus digital concert series.

The National Youth Orchestra Of Canada Launches Comprehensive Virtual Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2020

Last spring, the National Youth Orchestra of Canada (NYO Canada) joined the rest of the nation – and the world – in struggling to meet the new realities of the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite the many challenges, NYO Canada was determined not to let down the deserving and gifted young musicians who had worked so hard to earn a place for its 60th anniversary season and international tour.

New Class of CSO/CCM Diversity Fellows Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2020

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) have selected five outstanding musicians for their next class of CSO/CCM Diversity Fellows.

Eastern Music Festival Welcomes New Faculty For 2019 Season
by Julie Musbach - Jun 17, 2019

Eastern Music Festival (EMF), a nationally recognized music festival and summer educational program based in the heart of North Carolina, announces five new faculty members for the 2019 season. Christopher Caudill (horn), Netanel Draiblate (violin), and Demondrae Thurman (euphonium) will join the faculty this month. Also joining on one-year contracts are Yolanda Bruno (violin) and Erin Zehngut (violin), both serving for EMF faculty that are on-leave this season.

The Films in Competition Announced For The 2019 American Black Film Festival
by Tori Hartshorn - May 10, 2019

The 23rd Annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF) is excited to announce their distinctive 2019 lineup of narrative features, documentaries and short films in competition. Films are set to screen in Miami from June 13-15 at the Regal Cinemas South Beach and the New World Center.

Los Angeles Philharmonic Association Announces Violinist Selected For LA Phil Resident Fellows Program
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2019

The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association announces that violinist Gabriela Pe a-Kim has been selected for the LA Phil Resident Fellows program. The program was launched during the 2018/19 season as a centerpiece initiative of the LA Phil's Centennial, with the purpose of creating a pathway towards a more diverse and inclusive orchestra of tomorrow. The fellowship is an excellence-based training program for superb early-career symphonic musicians representing or serving historically underrepresented populations. Its goal is to prepare these musicians to compete for, and win, positions in major professional orchestras.

Cleveland Institute Of Music Dominates 2019 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition Field With Five Invitations
by Julie Musbach - Apr 1, 2019

The Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM), a legendary powerhouse of classical music training since its beginnings nearly a century ago, continues to impress chamber music judges across the country and around the world.

Cleveland Orchestra Announces Conductor Update For July 6 And July 7 Concerts
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2018

Today, The Cleveland Orchestra announced conductor updates to the Friday, July 6 Star-Spangled Spectacular on Mall B in Downtown Cleveland and the Saturday, July 7 Blossom Music Festival concert.

Tickets For 2018 Blossom Music Festival On Sale 5/1
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2018

Individual concert tickets for The Cleveland Orchestra's 2018 Blossom Music Festival 50th Anniversary Season go on sale Tuesday, May 1 at 9:00 a.m., online at clevelandorchestra.com, by telephone (216-231-1111), and in person at the Severance Hall Ticket Office. 

Blossom Music Center Turns 50 and Announces Summer Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2018

Blossom Music Center, The Cleveland Orchestra's summer home, marks its 50th anniversary this summer. The Cleveland Orchestra will present a special season for its annual Blossom Music Festival and a summer-long celebration for this milestone year.

BWW Vlog: WaterTower Theatre's RUNNING RIOT: Episode 6
by Garrett Reeves - Aug 17, 2017

In the last episode of RUNNING RIOT, Joshua plays 'Never Have I Ever' with the cast and reflects on the impact that HIT THE WALL has made on himself, the cast, and the audience. Don't miss HIT THE WALL before it closes this Sunday, August 20th!

BWW Vlog: WaterTower Theatre's RUNNING RIOT: Episode 5
by Garrett Reeves - Aug 9, 2017

In the latest episode of RUNNING RIOT, Joshua takes us backstage for a look inside the dressing rooms, and he tells us a little more about WaterTower's new community engagement program, INTERSECTIONS.

BWW Review: HIT THE WALL at WaterTower Theatre
by Kyle Christopher West - Aug 8, 2017

Last Monday night, the Addison Theatre Center was abuzz, eagerly anticipating the directorial debut of WaterTower Theatre's new Artistic director, Joanie Schultz and the play HIT THE WALL that she carried with her from her previous Chicago home, the Steppenwolf Theatre Company. When the house opened, actors milled about the stage, an enthusiastic indie band jamming away behind them, casually greeting ticket buyers as they took their seats. And, although we weren't yet sure if we were there to witness humor or horror, we entered ready for a riot.

BWW Vlog: WaterTower Theatre's RUNNING RIOT: Episode 4
by Garrett Reeves - Aug 3, 2017

Episode 4: OPENING NIGHT!!  Joshua takes us to the after-party for HIT THE WALL Opening Night!

Photo Flash: First Look at Ike Holter's HIT THE WALL at WaterTower Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2017

WaterTower Theatre Artistic Director Joanie Schultz today announced casting and creative team details for the Regional Premiere of Hit the Wall by multi-award-winning playwright Ike Holter. Hit the Wall will be directed by Joanie Schultz, and marks her WTT directorial inauguration. Hit the Wall runs now through August 20th, 2017, in the Canterbury Family Main Stage at the Addison Theatre Centre. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

SALA Festival Announces its Featured Artist for 2018
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2017

Renowned glass artist Clare Belfrage has been named SALA Festival Featured Artist for 2018 at the festival's official opening night gala at the Art Gallery of South Australia tonight (Friday, July 28).

BWW Vlog: WaterTower Theatre's RUNNING RIOT: Episode 3
by Garrett Reeves - Jul 26, 2017

Episode 3: This week, cast member Joshua Gonzales takes us backstage during Tech weekend for HIT THE WALL!