The Firelands Symphony Chorale and Chamber Orchestra present Brahms Requiem conducted by Michael Shirtz. The Requiem is one of the most beautiful and insightful masterworks about the celebration of life and comforting those that mourn the dead. Brahms features rich melodies set to the text of biblical passages that ask questions of faith and understanding during a time of mourning - leading listeners through a series of lessons in finding comfort and joy through the gift of everlasting life. “This Requiem is different than other composer’s because it literally relates to the people who are mourning the loss of a loved one and not necessarily the person who has passed,” said Michael Shirtz, c
Payne Nickles & Company presents Michael Shirtz's JAZZ@8 featuring Evelyn Wright's tribute to the Torch Singers with the Michael Shirtz Quartet. Cleveland’s renowned jazz singer, Evelyn Wright with Michael Shirtz is a perfect night of jazz nostalgia. From the sounds of Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday, to the world of Frank Sinatra and Mel Torme, enjoy a tribute to the great torch singers of the American Songbook. The evening begins with MSQ playing tributes to the blues and the music of West Side Story in honor of Leonard Bernstein's 100th birthday year in 2018. The second half of the evening features acclaimed singer Evelyn Wright joining MSQ for a continuation of blues and tributes to t
