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In 1926, a group of well-respected physicians and musicians formed what became known as the Akron Doctor's Orchestra so they could share their musical talent with the community. Since that time, musicians from all walks of life have joined the group, diversifying its membership. To reflect that diversity, in 1986 the Orchestra's name was changed to the Akron 'POPS' Orchestra - a name which is well-respected throughout the Greater Akron area.
The Akron 'POPS' is comprised of instrumentalists typically found in a symphony orchestra. However, rather than being a classical group, the Orchestra performs a wide repertoire of music, including Broadway show tunes, operettas, marches, popular and time-honored songs, light classical pieces, and movie themes.
The Akron 'POPS' Orchestra performs at many locations, including:
Please contact the Akron 'POPS' at (330) 203-1926 to see if we can play at your location.
| Date | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| December 15 | Chambrel at Montrose 100 Brookmont Rd, Montrose |
7:30 p.m. |
| Date | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| January 26 |
Mulberry Gardens 395 South Main Street, Munroe Falls |
** 7:15 p.m. |
| February 9 |
Sunrise Senior Living 1500 State Road, Cuyahoga Falls |
7:30 p.m. |
| February 23 |
Sumner on Ridgewood 3880 Ridgewood Road, Copley |
** 7:15 p.m. |
| March 4
** Sunday |
Heather Knoll Retirement Village 1134 North Avenue, Tallmadge |
** 3:00 p.m. |
| March 22 |
Quirk Cultural Center, Newell Theatre 1201 Grant Avenue, Cuyahoga Falls |
7:30 p.m. |
| April 1
** Sunday |
Lorantffy Care Center 2631 Copley Road, Copley |
** 3:00 p.m. |
| April 12 |
Stow-Glen Retirement Village
4285 Kent Road, Stow |
7:30 p.m. |
| April 26 |
Chambrel at Montrose
100 Brookmont Road, Montrose |
7:30 p.m. |
| May 24 |
Our Lady of the Elms 1230 West Market Street, Akron |
7:30 p.m. |
| June 7 |
Firestone Metro Park - Coventry Oaks Area 40 Axline Road, Akron Pre-concert activities begin at 6:45 p.m. Rain Date: June 14, 2012 |
7:30 p.m. |
| June 21 |
Valley Vista Park 2791 Valley Road, Cuyahoga Falls Rain Location: Quirk Cultural Center, Newell Theatre 1201 Grant Avenue, Cuyahoga Falls |
7:30 p.m. |
| July 12 |
Firestone Metro Park - Coventry Oaks Area 40 Axline Road, Akron Pre-concert activities begin at 6:45 p.m. Rain Date: none |
7:30 p.m. |
| July 19 |
Oak Park 2250 12th Street, Cuyahoga Falls Rain Location: Quirk Cultural Center, Newell Theatre 1201 Grant Avenue, Cuyahoga Falls |
7:30 p.m. |
Our group is comprised of 40-50 dedicated musicians representing varying levels of musical expertise. Each member VOLUNTEERS his or her talent, time, and resources to play with the 'Pops'. Our reward is seeing a smile or a joyful tear on the face of an audience member, or receiving a hug and a "thank you" from a grateful listener.
We welcome any musician who would like to share the gift of music with the community. Whether professionally experienced or newly trained, your musical talent is needed, and we invite you to play with us. To learn more about becoming a volunteer musician, contact Kristan Crane at (330) 203-1926. Auditions are not required. Most rehearsals and performances are held on Thursday evenings.
For more information about the Akron 'POPS' Orchestra, contact Mr. Kristan Crane at (330) 203-1926 or send e-mail to akronpops@gmail.com