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Dana School of Music

Founded in 1869

Founded in 1869 in Warren, Ohio by William Henry Dana, the Dana School of Music is one of only six music schools formed shortly after the civil war that remains in existence today.  Since its inception, Dana has maintained strong values in teaching the practical application of music and developing a comprehensive music curriculum based on artistic excellence.  We continue to evolve, addressing current needs of the industry while maintaining roots in the Mahoning Valley.

Left: DMI string orchestra circa 1920s (Image courtesy of the Warren Trumbull County Public Library and the Trumbull Memory Project.) Bottom left: Little German Band, 1951. Right: USO Show, 1966.

 

 

150th Anniversary commemoration

In 2019, the School observed its 150th Anniversary. The year-long celebration included a faculty performance in Carnegie Hall, world premieres of pieces commissioned for the anniversary, and dozens of concerts and related events. The culminating Gala Concert featured the world premiere of Sesquincentennial Suite,an orchestral piece composed by students Max Franko, Brandon Hackimer, Brendan McEvoy, Juan Rodriguez, Taylor Natoli, and Alussa Kordecki, under the supervision of Dana faculty member David Morgan. 

 

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