Maestro Carl Topilow Catches up with Mr. Cavalier — Austin Carr!

Maestro Carl Topilow has been catching up with several friends of the Cleveland Pops Orchestra in a new series called “Conversations with Carl.” In this segment, he talked with “Mr. Cavalier,” Austin Carr.  Known for many years as the television voice of the Cleveland Cavaliers, he has made multiple appearances as guest narrator with the […]

Marching Music Day!

Marching Music Day is March 4! In honor of this special day, enjoy “Stars and Stripes Forever” from a previous outdoor concert in Elyria.

Continuing to Honor the Impact of African American Musicians with Byron Stripling

Black History Month may have ended in February but Carl Topilow and the Cleveland Pops Orchestra are still honoring the contributions of the many African American composers and artists who have shaped music and the world. The incredibly talented jazz trumpeter, vocalist and entertainer, Byron Stripling, has graced the stage at Severance Hall many times […]

Remembering Dick Goddard

Remembering the late Dick Goddard on what would have been his 90th birthday. Here is an excerpt of Dick’s performance at one of the Cleveland Pops Orchestra’s Salute to the Armed Forces concerts.