Cincinnati Music Hall

Looking at the red brick building, you're taken back to a regal time in Cincinnati's past. Wide and tall with graceful peaks, Cincinnati's music hall is one of those buildings that was built in 1878 and is rich in the heritage of the city.

It's a great building that has been home to, not only great music, but also talks on cultural events, fund raising opportunities and school graduations; just to mention a few of the activities that this Cincinnati landmark has hosted. Located at 1241 Elm Street in Cincinnati Ohio, in the heart of Over-the-Rhine, the Cincinnati Arts Association website states that the building was built with “private money raised from what is believed to be the nation's first matching grant fund drive...” (http://www.cincinnatiarts.org/musichall) That being the case, activities at the Music Hall has been used to give back in various ways from fund raisers to special concerts.

I remember when I graduated from high school, the Cincinnati Music Hall was the place for this grand occasion. It provided not only the seating capacity needed, but the lighting acoustics and atmosphere made the event one that would not be quickly forgotten. Again, the Cincinnati Arts Association website says that, “this Cincinnati showpiece has been renovated and updated and includes what is judged to be among the best and most beautiful concert theaters in the world.”

Entering through one of the many doors that welcomes its visitors, you can hear the sounds of the orchestra tuning their instruments amidst the, somewhat hushed, conversations of the patrons preparing to be seated for what is going to be another outstanding concert. Yes, another night of entertaining music, good conversation and memories to share.