“A Night at the Movies” also marks the return of the Guest Conductor Competition, where three finalists from different communities will take turns leading the orchestra: Molly Hernandez of Cooperstown, Sean Lewis of Oneonta, and Ray Pucci of Delhi.…
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Maggie Sohns playing at the Billie Jean King Cup Juniors tennis event, a Memorial Day Weekend film festival at the Baseball Hall of Fame, a Hygiene Fund Drive and the Quiet Cat Café are among the topics covered in this week's news briefs.…
Catskill Symphony Orchestra, Voices of Cooperstown Unite ONEONTA—The Catskill Symphony Orchestra will present “Poetry in Motion,” an evening of classical masterworks, on Saturday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m., featuring a historic first-time collaboration with Voices of Cooperstown. The concert, to be held at the Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center in Oneonta, promises a diverse program spanning three centuries of classical music, under the direction of Artistic Director Glen Cortese. “We are excited to team with Voices of Cooperstown in…
There are plans for the chorus to sing with The Catskill Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center in Oneonta. The concert is titled “Poetry in Motion.”…
The Catskill Symphony Orchestra has been creating magic right here for 71 years. It began as a humble community orchestra, with students, SUNY faculty, and local musicians sharing the stage. Over the decades, it’s grown into a professional ensemble of more than 50 core members, performing up to five concerts a season. Under the baton of Conductor Charles “Chuck” Schneider and now Artistic Director Glen Cortese, the CSO has evolved into a true cultural gem.…
WOODEN WINS AWARD: Graham Wooden, a 2024 SUNY Oneonta alum and exercise science major, has been named as a regional recipient of ESPN’s Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award, which celebrates and honors young people who are using the power of sport as a catalyst for change and making a positive impact on society. While captain of the SUNY Oneonta men’s basketball team, he was integral in designing activities for an adapted basketball clinic, a collaboration between SUNY Oneonta and…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for FRIDAY, MARCH 22 Catskill Symphony Orchestra Cabaret Concert CONCERT—6-9:30 p.m. “Cabaret: The Golden Age of Broadway.” Catskill Symphony Orchestra annual fundraiser, featuring the iconic music of Bernstein, Gershwin, Porter, Berlin, more. Followed by the guest conductor competition between local celebrities. General admission, $65. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-2080 or visit https://www.catskillsymphonyorchestra.org/…
The CSO board has announced that, while premium tickets have been fully claimed, they are offering new concert-only tickets for $45.00. These tickets provide access to an evening filled with the melodies of Broadway classics performed at the Bettiol Theater.…
Nestled in our hills, Oneonta distinguished itself as the second smallest city in the country to be home of a symphony orchestra. The cabaret is CSO’s big fundraiser. Different than it was in the 90s, but still the highlight of the cold, grey winter. Real music. Fun for a cause.…
“Hello. This is Fran. Sorry I can’t be with you right now. I’m off—got another project going…” was what one would hear when leaving a message on Fran’s voice mail. How true! Fran was a lifelong learner whose calendar was filled with classes, meetings, workdays, concerts, and performances. Or, perhaps she was on one of her many international or continental trips.
As a volunteer, Fran was a charter member, officer, board member, facilitator, participant, refreshment provider, usher or appreciative audience of AAUW…