Episode 10

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Published on:

6th Oct 2024

Ashland County's Hidden Gem: The Ashland Symphony Orchestra

In this episode of the Ashland Connected Podcast, host Amy Daubenspeck, Executive Director of the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce, talks with Michael Repper, Grammy Award winning Music Director and Conductor of the Ashland Symphony Orchestra and Martha Buckner, Executive Director of the Ashland Symphony Orchestra

We discuss the history of the Ashland Symphony Orchestra=The orchestra started in 1925 and has grown from a community orchestra to a fully professional orchestra and the programs they provide for students and citizens in Ashland County and beyond.

The Ashland Connected Podcast is brought to you by the Bill Harris Dealerships in Ashland and Loudonville.

Takeaways

-The Ashland Symphony Orchestra started in 1925 and has grown into a fully professional orchestra.

-The orchestra performs multiple concerts a year and is involved in various community events.

-The Ashland Symphony Orchestra is committed to community outreach and making classical music accessible to all.

-They have developed programs such as a traveling instrument petting zoo and a fan club for young people.

-The orchestra is made up of musicians from Ashland, Mansfield, Cleveland, and Columbus, and they have a strong sense of camaraderie and consistency.

-The orchestra strives to make their concerts accessible and enjoyable for all, with pre-concert talks and a welcoming atmosphere.

-The Archer High School Auditorium is a top-notch venue and a valuable asset to the community.



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Ashland Connected
Ashland Connected with Amy Daubenspeck is a podcast that shares information about Ashland business owners, the impact they make in our town, and ways they connect with others to make it happen together. This podcast, brought to you by the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce and Bill Harris Dealerships aims to shine a light on all that is, and all that can be when it comes to doing business in Ashland Ohio.

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Amy Daubenspeck

Amy Daubenspeck is the Director of Operations at the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce, and Director with Explore Ashland Convention and Visitors Bureau. Amy is very interested in building relationships within our community and working together to make Ashland the best place to live, work, play, and raise a family.