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The 1926 Podcast
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Gifted by area businessman Henry Stambaugh, the doors to Stambaugh Auditorium opened in 1926 to become a place of enjoyment, entertainment, and education for the people of Youngstown and surrounding areas.These are the stories, performances, and conversations of artists and supporters of this historic landmark, this is the 1926 podcast.
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Principal Clarinet of the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, Nick Thompson, is the guest on this week's episode of The 1926 Podcast. Tune in to hear about playing catch up when you decide to pursue a musical career later than your peers, stolen Mozart, and the Clarinet Curse! Nick is the featured soloist for the May 7th Sound of the Extraordinary YSO concert. You can purchase tickets here:https://youngstownsymphony.com/blog/yso-5-7-22/
Playwright Terry Shears, and Director Maria Petrella-Ackley join The 1926 Podcast to discuss The Youngstown Playhouse's upcoming production of People Along the Way. Tickets for People Along the Way are available here:https://www.youngstownplayhouse.org/people-along-the-way
Dr. Kivie Cahn-Lipman of the YSU Dana School of Music joins the podcast to discuss his journey of selecting an instrument, Music Theory, and the upcoming Dana Ensemble Children's Concert on May 1, 2022!Tickets for the Children's Concert: https://www.stambaughauditorium.com/events/ysu-dana-ensemble-childrens-concert/Acronym on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5fgMr6BLlqxwR4SxhmUlg8Makaris on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1WgHjfTzbqHMrNWabkjwTi/discographyLe Strange Viols: ht...
On the final episode of Music in Our Schools Month, Stambaugh Youth Concert Band Senior Soloist, Natalie Alfera, stops by The 1926 Podcast to discuss the repertoire for the April 12 SYCB Spring Concert, her future plans, and why she's made music such a large part of her life.Tickets for the SYCB Spring Concert can be purchased here:https://www.stambaughauditorium.com/events/stambaugh-youth-concert-band-spring-2022-concert/
Conductor André Raphel joins The 1926 Podcast to give us a glimpse into introducing symphony performances to children, conducting in Europe, and his personal music tastes. Learn more about André here:https://www.andreraphel.com/
Guest Conductor, André Raphel, gives an insightful performance preview of the March 10 Youngstown Symphony Orchestra concert. “This program is constructed with the concept of inspired voices and the human spirit. Each of the composers on this program – Higdon, Schumann, and Shostakovich – were inspired voices. Orli Shaham is one of the great pianists of our time – an inspired voice.” André Raphel
Ballet Western Reserve and the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra return to their roots in a collaborative production of Giselle! Learn about Ballet Western Reserve's new twist on this classic ballet this week on The 1926 Podcast. Katie Merrill and Cate Greyjoy join us for a discussion on the changes that were made to the plotline and their thoughts on arts organizations working together in Youngstown.
World-renowned pianist, Orli Shaham joins The 1926 Podcast. Tune in as she discusses her love for Mozart, recording an album during a pandemic, and her theory on why music is such a powerful force in our lives!Orli Shaham is the guest artist for the March 10, 2022 Youngstown Symphony Orchestra concert taking place at Stambaugh Auditorium. Tickets can be found here:https://youngstownsymphony.com/blog/pianist-orli-shaham-and-the-yso/
Director James Major Burns joins The 1926 Podcast to give us a performance preview for The Mountaintop; a reimagination of the night before the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Mountaintop will premiere at the Youngstown Playhouse on February 18, 2022 at 7:30pm and run Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, closing on February 27.Tickets for The Mountaintop are available here:https://www.youngstownplayhouse.org/mountaintop
Comedian and Writer/Director of Couples Therapy, Jason Tarr joins the podcast to discuss making it in the world of comedy, the differences between men and women, and the premiere of Couples Therapy at The Youngstown Playhouse. The performance will be preceded by a cocktail hour. Tickets for the February 12, 2022 performance can be purchased at youngstownplayhouse.org
Vocalist, Connor Bogart joins the podcast to discuss careers in music, working with Jim Brickman, jingles, and more! Tune into The 1926 Podcast to hear all the details.Connor is also performing as the guest artist for the Youngstown Symphony's Broadway and Beyond concert on February 4th. Tickets and more information can be found at youngstownsymphony.com.
In this episode, find out what to expect for the February 4th, Youngstown Symphony Orchestra Broadway and Beyond concert. Guest conductor, Carl Topilow joins the podcast to discuss audience engagement, the repertoire for the concert, founding an orchestra, and more! Tickets for Broadway and Beyond can be purchased here:https://youngstownsymphony.com/blog/broadway-and-beyond/
The president of the Rotary Club of Youngstown, Josh Prest, joins The 1926 Podcast to discuss the Rotary, its history in Youngstown, how to become a member, and what it takes to make the Annual Groundhog Beerfest happen!Learn more about the Rotary Club of Youngstown:http://youngstownrotary.com/Purchase tickets for the Fourth Annual Groundhog Beerfest:https://www.stambaughauditorium.com/events/4th-annual-groundhog-craft-beerfest/
Stephen Tavani, guest artist for the January 16 Youngstown Symphony Orchestra concert, discusses repertoire for the concert, what it's like being part of a musical family, the Suzuki Method, and more!Check out Stephen's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/stavani1Purchase tickets for January 16, 2022:https://youngstownsymphony.com/events/
Organist Peter Richard Conte is no stranger to Stambaugh Auditorium, we welcome him to the podcast to chat about his career, the E.M. Skinner Pipe Organ, and the upcoming Silent Film he will be accompanying on October 24, 2021, Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde.
Organist Scott Dettra and Guest Conductor John Varineau discuss their views on background music, their own musical preferences, and the repertoire for the October Youngstown Symphony concert taking place at Stambaugh Auditorium on October 17 at 4pm!
Director Trevail Smith joins The 1926 Podcast to give a performance preview of The Color Purple. The Color Purple is presented by The Youngstown Playhouse, DeYor Performing Arts Center, and Stambaugh Auditorium. Youngstown PlayhouseWebsite: youngstownplayhouse.orgFacebook: facebook.com/youngstownplayhouseInstagram: instagram.com/YtownPlayhouse/Twitter: twitter.com/YtownPlayhouseYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCddIB_aoxS2LCRYvWwbGUvg
On September 19, 2021 the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra returns to the stage with Principal Guest Conductor, Miriam Burns, and solo cellist, Miriam K. Smtih. They explain how they began their careers in music and give us a look into the repertoire for the September concert.
Deborah, Jay, and Vincent from OK Inc discuss the Friends4Friends Film Festival and the importance of giving teens hope.Learn more about OK Inc: https://operationkeepsake.com/View OK Inc's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/OKInc
In this episode, we talk with Nick Schommer an actor and director with Missoula Children’s Theater. Nick explains this mission of Missoula Children's Theater and how they help to leave behind unforgettable experiences.
Emelia Sherin, Director of Arts and Culture at the Youngstown JCC joined us on the 1926 Podcast to talk about everything the JCC has to offer to the community.
Sean Baran is joined by fellow members of the Youngstown Music Teachers Association Alison Morris and Diane Yazvac to discuss the different programming the YMTA has to offer as well as some history of the organization.
This week is Volunteer Appreciation week. We are so grateful to have many wonderful volunteer ushers at Stambaugh Auditorium and DeYor Performing Arts Center. We appreciate their time, dedication, and hard work, from welcoming guests with a smile to helping them find their seats, our volunteers are a vital part of what we do!In this episode, we welcome Lynda Oma, a volunteer that works with us at both Stambaugh Auditorium and DeYor Performing Arts Center.
In this episode, we hear from collegiate greek life members and alumni. They tell their favorite greek sing stories, and why it is an important event for the sororities and fraternities at Youngstown State University.To watch this year's greek sing, download The Digital Concert Hall app on the Apple App Store or Google Play.
In this week's episode, we talk with Jay Koziorynsky, orchestra librarian for the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra. Jay answers a few of our questions about what it is like to be an orchestra librarian.
In this special bonus episode of the 1926 Podcast, we hear an enlightening conversation with pianist and organist Sean Baran, joined by international concert pianist Caroline Oltmanns. The interview is a prelude to a performance given by three of Sean’s high school piano students. View the concert here: https://www.stambaughauditorium.com/digital-concert-hall/beethoven-sonatas-moonlight-waldstein-appassionata/
Since its opening in December of 1926, Stambaugh Auditorium has played host to countless events. Maybe you have attended some of these events: weddings, graduations, concerts, lectures, trade shows, recitals, ceremonies, and so many others. You may have even been on a building tour with one of our staff members. In this episode, we are taking you on an audio tour of the astounding architecture and construction of Stambaugh Auditorium.
This week we spoke with Stambaugh Youth Concert Band Director, Tyler Husosky. He gives us a preview of what to expect from the upcoming April 13 Stambaugh Youth Concert Band Spring performance. Stay tuned after our talk with Tyler for a special reprise of "His Honor" by Henry Fillmore, performed by the Stambaugh Youth Concert Band during their fall 2020 concert.
For this week’s episode, we sat down with Adam Zagotti, Dean of the Youngstown chapter of the American guild of organists. Adam shares a bit of the organization’s history as well as his knowledge of the instrument. Stay tuned after the interview for a special preview of the Youngstown AGO’s upcoming digital concert, premiering this Friday, February 26 on The Digital Concert Hall App.
Did you know that nearly 40% of couples get engaged in the time between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day? If you are a couple that falls into that 40%, you are going to want to tune in to this episode for 9 tips on what to do now that you said Yes, but before you say I do! Freebie DownloadClick Here to go download the freebie mentioned in this episode.
Meet Mr. Tyler Husosky, a student turned educator.Stambaugh Auditorium has a rich history, and within all of that history are so many stories. Some remember visiting the building as a child, some walked the concert hall stage on graduation, and some shared their wedding day with us. These are all stories that make Stambaugh Auditorium a significant part of someone's life. In this series, we will hear from community representatives, past patrons, supporters, and those who have previ...
A former member of the Stambaugh Auditorium Board of Directors, William Conti, shares his stories of the various renovation projects that he was involved in over the years.
Youngstown native, Amanda Beagle, talks about her education, performances on-sea, and work with students. Amanda Beagle will be performing at DeYor Performing Arts Center in Downtown Youngstown on February 14, 2021, with the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra Jazz Combo.
Henry Stambaugh was an avid philanthropist, that we know, selflessly giving to multiple organizations over his lifetime. However, when he was alive, he wanted no recognition for such gifts. Recently, we discovered a series of letters between Henry Stambaugh and Reverend George Anderson. It is not completely clear, but it seems that they met while Anderson was in Youngstown, visiting with soldiers. In these letters, we have learned that Henry wanted to pay for the reverend to travel during Wor...
Liberty Local Schools Band Director, Michael Summers, discusses what has changed within the walls of the band room during the pandemic.
Meet Kyle and Anne Coleman, getting married in the Anne K. Christman Memorial Hall was the first of many significant events in their life that took place in Stambaugh Auditorium.Stambaugh Auditorium has a rich history, and within all of that history are so many stories. Some remember visiting the building as a child, some walked the concert hall stage on graduation, and some shared their wedding day with us. These are all stories that make Stambaugh Auditorium a significant part of someone's ...
Opera Western Reserve Production Director, Scott Skiba, sat down with the cast of "A Taste of Traviata" to chat about their experience creating the new production. "A Taste of Traviata"Violetta Valery, Karen BarrazaDottore Grenvil, Jason BuddGiorgio Germont, Brian Keith JohnsonAnnina, Sierra McCorveyAlfredo Germont, Mackenzie WhitneyTo watch the performance in its entirety visit OperaWesternReserve.com
The talented staff at Stambaugh Auditorium is possibly its best-kept secret. We want to share that with everyone this holiday season. Enjoy some familiar Christmas favorites performed by staff members and listen as they share stories of their Christmas traditions."Deck the Halls" - Travis Beatty & Brandon Ritchie"Sleigh Ride" - Marleen Ocheltree"O Come, O Come, Emanual" - Caitlin Hedge
Meet Stephen and Elizabeth Orlando, a true TubaChristmas love story.Stambaugh Auditorium has a rich history, and within all of that history are so many stories. Some remember visiting the building as a child, some walked the concert hall stage on graduation, and some shared their wedding day with us. These are all stories that make Stambaugh Auditorium a significant part of someone's life. In this series, we will hear from community representatives, past patrons, supporters, and those wh...
Opera Western Reserve Presents "Summer Songs with Marian Vogel" part of the 2020/2021 digital season. Listen to a preview of Marian's full performance which was recorded in the concert hall at Stambaugh Auditorium. WATCH THE FULL PERFORMANCE AT:https://www.stambaughauditorium.com/events/summer-songs-with-marian-vogel/
On August 3, 2020, the Board of Directors of Stambaugh Auditorium met to acknowledge the 100th anniversary of the first board meeting. To honor the centennial, the staff of Stambaugh Auditorium researched that meeting and produced a brief documentary. View the video here: https://youtu.be/qvbtC3AAYZY
Music Therapy is a health profession in which music is used as a therapy to address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals.Allison St. George of Aaris Therapy in Niles, Ohio explains the benefits of music therapy and how it can be used for multiple diagnoses.
We sat down with recent YSU grad, Brendan Gage, for a Q&A about his virtual recital. WATCH BRENDAN'S RECITAL:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a99o0jExkeE&t=4113sFOLLOW US!https://instagram.com/stambaughauditorium/MORE INFO AND UPCOMING EVENTS:https://www.stambaughauditorium.com/
What is a Stambaugh Story? Stambaugh Auditorium Chief Development Officer sits down with us to introduce #mystambaughstory. A collection of memories submitted by guests and patrons, sharing the stories that make Stambaugh Auditorium special to them. FOLLOW US:https://instagram.com/stambaughauditoriumMORE INFO:https://stambaughauditorium.com
In this episode past hospitality coordinator for The Monday Musical Club, Jeannie Peskin, shared some of her favorite stories of years past. FOLLOW US:https://instagram.com/stambaughauditoriumMORE INFO: https://stambaughauditorium.com
Stambaugh Auditorium Event Coordinator, Marleen Ocheltree, sat down with me to talk all things wedding. 2020 wedding trendsWhat can a wedding coordinator help with?The Youngstown cookie tableCHECK OUT MORE WEDDING TIPS:https://www.stambaughauditorium.com/wedding-planning-tips/FOLLOW US!https://instagram.com/stambaughauditorium/MORE INFO AND UPCOMING EVENTS:https://www.stambaughauditorium.com/
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