Workshop and 2×4: Orchestration in the Scene

Cleveland Rocks: PPF’s Professional Development Workshops cover topics including music technology, business, networking, and professional development. Orchestration in the Scene: Working With a Variety of Instruments and Musicians Wed, October 7, 2026 • 6pm Curated by: Jessica Jonczyk (Rustic Skies) Panelists: Kristopher Morron, Brandon Hoff, Alex McPherson, Van Arlo Visible Voice Books (4601 Lorain Ave.) Free Event! RSVP Here. Join us for an educational session on the logistics behind incorporating unique instrumentation in various genres. Topics discussed include: Ensemble and Acoustics – How to balance the volume of differing instruments and what technology needed Expectations Between Differing Genres – Payment and Arrangements How to Find Musicians Synthetic MIDI or Real Instruments – Live vs Recording, What is your sound? Stay for the 2×4 Songwriter Showcase! 2×4 artists TBA. About the Panelists: Brandon Hoff – Electric Violinist, Lead violin for Bridge The Gap brandonhoffmusic.com Kristopher Morron – Conductor at Cinematic Symphony Orchestra, Owner of Sombrero Brothers Productions skinnykmusic.com Alex McPherson – Brass Musician and Private Instructor Van Arlo – Original acoustic-driven indie rock and Original takes on your favorite classic rock covers. vanarlo.com This event is made possible with support from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture and The Ohio Arts Council.