The Ashtabula County Choral Music Society

08/26/2026

Singers Welcome! ACCMS Fall 2026 Rehearsals Begin September 13

On September 13 th from 4-6 pm. at St Peter’s Episcopal Church in Ashtabula, ACCMS singers begin
rehearsals for the 2026-2027 season, directed by Artistic Director Paul Shellhammer III. ACCMS is
welcoming experienced singers, ages 13 and above to join in the ACCMS mission to present quality
performances of significant choral works for Northeastern Ohio audiences, while providing singers with
an artistic, educational and musical experiences. Rehearsals are on Sunday evenings 4-6 pm. from
September through May.
Plans for this season include autumn and spring concerts, as well as 2-3 seasonal community and
outreach appearances. “Rumor has it” that the Chorale may be debuting choral works by an “up and
coming” composer musician! For more information about ACCMS, a 504c non-profit, please visit on
Facebook or the website, ashcochoralmusicsociety.org.

06/30/2026

The ACCMS Chorale will perform on July 4 th at Giddings Park, Covered Bridge Pavilion in Jefferson from
5:30-6:00 pm at the 250 th Celebration Festival. The festivities begin at noon with a parade and conclude
with Fireworks that evening. Come and celebrate the 250 th anniversary of the Declaration of
Independence!

05/21/2026

Lakeside Society for the Performing Arts in collaboration the Ashtabula Arts Center with the support of
generous LSPA patrons is pleased sponsor:
Press Play Orchestra presents Symphony of the Screen
Ashtabula Arts Center
Saturday, June 6 at 7:00 PM
Special concert preview starting at 3:30 PM
FREE ADMISSION (donations happily accepted!)
Free parking available on site
PRESS PLAY ORCHESTRA LEADERSHIP
Music Director: Andrew Keller
Principal Conductor: Andrew Perkins
Choir Director: Alanna Furst
Concertmaster: Ashley Zendarski

Heroes will rise, galaxies will unfold, and fantasy worlds will come alive in sound as the Press Play
Orchestra makes its Ashtabula debut with Symphony of the Screen, a free live concert event celebrating
iconic music from film, video games, television, and anime.
Taking place Saturday, June 6 at the Ashtabula Arts Center, the performance will feature orchestral
music from some of today’s most celebrated franchises and soundtracks, including Super Mario Odyssey,
Bluey, Interstellar, The Lord of the Rings, Spirited Away, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Final
Fantasy VII, Pirates of the Caribbean, and more.
Sponsored by the Lakeside Society for the Performing Arts, the concert follows the critical acclaim of last
year’s Video Game Symphony debut performance in Ashtabula and introduces audiences to the
orchestra’s sister ensemble, the Press Play Orchestra, whose mission is to bring modern storytelling and
symphonic music together in exciting and accessible ways.
“This program was designed to have something for everyone,” said Dr. Andrew Keller, Founder and
Music Director of the Press Play Orchestra. “Whether you grew up with Nintendo games, love
blockbuster movies, find yourself hooked on the latest TV or anime series, or simply want to experience
the power of a live orchestra and choir in a fresh and engaging way, this concert is meant to bring people
together through the stories and music they love.”
About Press Play Orchestra
The Press Play Orchestra celebrates the music behind today’s most beloved stories, from fantasy
adventures and animated classics to blockbuster films and iconic video games. As part of a growing
family of modern orchestral ensembles that includes the Video Game Symphony and Cinematic
Symphony Orchestra, the ensemble creates exciting and accessible live concert experiences designed to
inspire audiences and introduce new generations to the power of orchestral music.

04/24/2026

Under the direction of Artistic Director Paul Shellhammer III, the Ashtabula County Choral Music Society
Chorale performs their Spring Concert, “Music is Blooming in Ashtabula County” on Sunday, April 26 th at
4 pm at St Peter’s Episcopal Church in Ashtabula. Audience members will recognize some familiar pieces
such as “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” and “Festival of Freedom” which includes American folk
songs, and a jazzy/gospel version of “Amazing Grace”. Other pieces recall famous events and evoke the
hopes and dreams of freedom, peace, and justice.
Admission to this performance is free; donations are gratefully accepted as they support ACCMS’
mission to provide quality performances of significant choral works for Ashtabula audiences, while
providing singers with educational and musical experiences. More information is available on the
website, ashcochoralmusicsociety.org and the ACCMS page.

04/17/2026

Join us for this free concert Sunday April 26.

04/03/2026

Five exceptionally accomplished women who are performance professionals perform together internationally as a brass quintet and this month they will play for us!! Plan to attend, you won't be disappointed!

03/17/2026

🌸🎶 MUSIC IS BLOOMING IN ASHTABULA 🎶🌸
An Elegant Gala Dinner & Silent Auction
Presented by
Ashtabula County Choral Music Society
📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
📍 Norman-D Banquet Center
✨ Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, celebration, and community! ✨
Enjoy:
🎵 Live musical performances
🍽️ Elegant dinner/ open bar
🖼️ Silent auction featuring unique items
🏆 Special Highlight of the Evening:
Presentation of the
Kathleen R. Milford Scholarship
Awarded to outstanding vocal talent pursuing further vocal and choral education
💐 Celebrate the beauty of music as it blossoms in our community 💐
🎟️ Reserve your seat today!
Please see website
$100.00 per person

Dress Code: Semi-formal / Spring Elegance
🌸 Let music bloom—join us for a night to remember! 🌸

The Ashtabula County Choral Music Society is dedicated to providing quality performances of significant choral works for Ashtabula County audiences while providing singers with educational and musical experiences. A Non-profit 501(c)3 organization, the ACCMS was created in 1989 to draw experienced c...

03/02/2026

PR Release: ACCMS April 25 th “Music is Blooming in Ashtabula” Gala Dinner and Silent
Auction

“Music is Blooming in Ashtabula” is the theme for the Ashtabula County Choral Music
Society Gala Dinner and Silent Auction on April 25 th , 2026, at the Norman-D Banquet
Center. The Gala will include the presentation to the winner(s) of the Kathleen R. Milford
Scholarship, awarded for vocal talent to pursue further vocal/choral education. ACCMS
is requesting Northeast Ohio businesses and Individuals to donate goods and services
or dollars towards a Silent Auction to support ACCMS and the Scholarship Fund.
Contributors will be listed on the item and in the program brochure.
Beginning at 5 pm. Guests at the Gala will enjoy live classical music, appetizers and
open bar; dinner at 6pm is provided by J&J Catering. Silent Auction items will be
available throughout the evening. Tickets will be available on the website and from the
ACCMS singers and board members.
The “Music is Blooming in Ashtabula” weekend festivities continue Sunday, April 26 th
when the ACCMS Chorale perform their Spring Concert.
ACCMS is dedicated to the mission of providing quality performances of significant
choral works for Ashtabula County audiences while providing singers with educational
and musical experiences since 1989. ACCMS is a Non-profit 501c3 organization
offering a variety of free programs each season in Ashtabula County. For more
information, please visit the website, ashcochoralmusicsociety.org and page,
or email at [email protected].

03/02/2026