Music Director
Music Director
Barbara
Specht is Associate Professor of Music and Conductor of the Orchestra
at Heidelberg College in Tiffin, Ohio where she has been a member
of the music faculty for sixteen years. She holds Bachelor's and
Master's degrees from Bowling Green State University and the Doctor
of Musical Arts in clarinet performance from The Ohio State University.
Dr. Specht has twice been selected as a participant in the Donald
Thulean Conducting Worshops sponsored by the American Symphony
Orchestra League. At Heidelberg, the orchestra, that includes
students, faculty and community members, presents concerts with
innovative programming that are well-attended and popular events
in the community. Dr. Specht has also conducted the Heidelberg
Opera Theater in productions of W.A. Mozart's The Magic Flute,
The Marriage of Figaro and Aaron Copland's The Tender
Land. Heidelberg's annual presentation of G.F. Handel's Messiah
is also presented under her baton. A frequent recitalist, she
has performed at various colleges in Ohio and was also a performer
at the International Clarinet Association convention in Columbus.
As a clinician she has presented at state and national conventions
and is a frequent adjudicator for large ensemble events. She is
listed in the twenty-fifth edition of Who's Who of American
Women.
Dear Friends of the Perrysburg Symphony,
It is with great pleasure that I look forward to the
2008-09 season of the Perrysburg Symphony Orchestra.
As we begin the 48th year of fine performance by the Symphony,
it is important to recognize the orchestra's contribution to the community.
Outstanding programming, exciting performances of works by major
composers, Holiday Classics, Pops and Educational Concerts assure a place in the
audience or onstage for everyone. Successful
collaborations with the Perrysburg Chorale, the Perrysburg Arts Council and the
These performances and activities have been generously sponsored by the hard work of our Board of Directors and many others. Contributions of money and time help to realize the artistic goals of the orchestra. This is a time of opportunity for regional and community arts organizations and I encourage the participation and involvement of all patrons and audience members. The Perrysburg Symphony Association has begun its membership drive for 2008-09. I urge you to consider membership in the Association or involvement in another aspect of the orchestra's support. It will mean a great deal to your community!
It is our hope that the Perrysburg Symphony Orchestra will continue its tradition and be the opportunity for cultural and spiritual nourishment that we all need. Please join us for this season of performances!
Sincerely,
Barbara Specht
Music Director
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