Cleveland Orchestra Musicians on Strike Perform Free Community Concert in Shaker Heights

Musicians from the Cleveland Orchestra, who are currently on strike, are putting on a free concert for the Shaker Heights community in Cuyahoga County. One musician expressed, "This is for our community and for the people who appreciate our music. …We organized this concert really quickly, and there are a lot of people excited to share chamber music with our fans." The event was arranged rapidly due to the ongoing strike, highlighting the performers' desire to engage with local supporters. WKYC covered this story, emphasizing the musicians' dedication to their audience despite some being on the picket line.