Phil Walz To Appear On PBS

The Akron Symphony’s new Executive Director, Phil Walz, will appear on a special edition of NewsNight Akron this Friday at 9:30 PM on Western Reserve PBS.

Join NewsNight Akron panelist Jody Miller as she hosts a panel discussion with Phil Walz, new executive director of Greater Akron Musical Association; Linda Conrad, recently named president and executive director of Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens; Jon Trainor, Akron Art Museum’s new director of development; and Mary Ann Jackson, longtime arts and cultural maven in the greater Akron area.

The panelists discuss the value and kinds of art and cultural offered in the area, plus the impacts of a slumping economy on all facets of operation for such organizations. Miller also talks with the panelists about their backgrounds and visions for their organizations.

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Holiday Pops, Dec. 18

The Akron Symphony’s 2009-2010 Pops Series continues with annual favorite Holiday Pops—one night only—on Friday, December 18th Read more

72-hr Sale, Dec. 2-3-4

The Akron Symphony is pleased to announce an incredible, limited-time offer on all remaining seats for the 2009-2010 concert seasion–just in time for the holidays! Read more

The Opera Singers Next Door

Get to know the talented trio featured in this weekend’s Verdi e Puccini concert.
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Singers Wanted For GMS 2010

The Akron Symphony is looking for singers for the 2010 Gospel Meets Symphony choir. The choir is open to anyone over the age of 18 and no audition is necessary.

Rehearsals for Gospel Meets Symphony 2010 will begin Saturday, November 14, 2009 at Mount Calvary Baptist Church (442 Bell Street, Akron) from 2-4 PM.

The 2010 Gospel Meets Symphony concert will take place Saturday, January 30, 2010 at The University of Akron’s E.J. Thomas Hall at 7:30 PM. The choir and the orchestra will be led by Akron Symphony Music Director Christopher Wilkins. The choir master is Jennifer Jones.

Those interested in participating should contact Brenda Justice at the Akron Symphony office by calling (330) 535-8131 or via e-mail at bjustice@akronsymphony.org.

Photo: Shure Studios, Edward A. Shure

Akron Symphony Looking For Singers For 2010 Gospel Meets Symphony Choir

Akron—The Akron Symphony is looking for singers for the 2010 Gospel Meets Symphony choir. The choir is open to anyone over the age of 18 and no audition is necessary.

Rehearsals for Gospel Meets Symphony 2010 will begin Saturday, November 14, 2009 at Mount Calvary Baptist Church (442 Bell Street, Akron) from 2-4 PM.
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Verdi e Puccini, Nov 14

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