The Cleveland Orchestra, in Cleveland Ohio, was founded in 1918 under the direction of Russian-American conductor Nikolai Sokoloff, who initiated an extensive domestic touring schedule, educational concerts, commercial recordings, and radio broadcasts. Concerts were given at Grays Armory during the Orchestra’s first season, after which they moved to Cleveland’s Masonic Auditorium. In 1931, the Orchestra moved to its new permanent home, Severance Hall, in Cleveland’s University Circle area. This magnificent facility was primarily the gift of John L. Severance (Musical Arts Association president from 1921 to 1936) as a memorial to his wife
Long considered one of America’s great orchestras, The Cleveland Orchestra, stands today among the world’s most-revered symphonic ensembles. In concerts at home in Severance Hall, at Blossom Music Centre, and on tour, The Cleveland Orchestra, continues to set standards of performing excellence and imaginative programming that serve as models for audiences and performers alike.
Led by conductor Franz Welser-Mst, the world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra is one of the highlights of cultural life in Cleveland, United States. Besides its regular concert schedule, the orchestra also offers a Christmas concert series, community music series, concert series for school children, and more. Severance Hall is the ensemble's permanent home. In 1931, it was among the most modern concert facilities in the United States. A rare example of French Nouveau and Art Deco design, the Hall's magnificent 2,000-seat auditorium has been restored to its original beauty and grandeur. Parking is available in the 650-car underground parking garage.
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