The Cleveland Pops Orchestra launches its 30th Anniversary Season with Disco & Motown: A Night to Dance on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at Severance Music Center. Renowned symphonic rock group Jeans n’ Classics will join the orchestra for the evening, bringing the unforgettable sounds of Motown and Disco to life in a concert packed with energy, nostalgia, and crowd-pleasing hits.
Featuring special guest vocalists Gavin Hope, Robyn Black, Andrea Koziol, and Kathryn Rose, along with acclaimed drummer Paul DeLong, the concert celebrates the music that continues to inspire audiences across generations. From soulful classics to dance-floor favorites, the evening promises powerful performances, infectious rhythms, and a joyful start to the Cleveland Pops’ milestone season. “This concert is the perfect way to begin our 30th Anniversary Season,” said Cleveland Pops Music Director and Conductor Carl Topilow. “For three decades, the Cleveland Pops has brought audiences together through music that entertains, inspires, and creates lasting memories. Disco and Motown embody that spirit, and we look forward to celebrating this milestone season with our patrons and the community.”
The 2026-27 season marks an important milestone for the Cleveland Pops Orchestra, which has entertained Northeast Ohio audiences for 30 years through innovative programming, world-class guest artists, and performances that blend exceptional musicianship with popular entertainment.
Founded by Carl Topilow and the late Shirley Morgenstern, the Cleveland Pops has become one of Northeast Ohio’s most beloved arts
organizations, presenting concerts that span Broadway, film music, popular favorites, holiday traditions, and more.
Tickets for Disco & Motown: A Night to Dance start at $49 and are available now at clevelandpops.com/concerts.
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