This event, as small as it is, is so much bigger than me, and would not be possible without the collaborative support of passionate Cleveland creatives. I am blown away by the excitement and share commitment to creating and sharing art by the people and organizations I encounter. In addition to Opus 216, I want to thank and highlight, Jim Stewart Mixing, Audimute, and Space Consignment.

Jim Stewart: Owner, Jim Stewart Mixing. My friend and neighbor at 78th Street Studios. Ariel and I pitched our idea to Jim and he was on board from day one. Jim is providing microphones, and has arranged to mix the EP for Opus 216. With out Jim’s support, this event is not possible.

Mitch Zlotnick: Mitch is the founder and owner of Audimute,the nationally renowned and Cleveland based, acoustic panel manufacturer that believed in my vision before I opened my studio. When I shared with Mitch and Kevan that my art studio and gallery used to be a recording studio and that there was a space to create an immersive installation that I envisions would include large scale versions of my artwork transformed into acoustic panels, they responded with, “how can we help?” I pitched my ultimate vision for the space, followed with, “I can’t afford to do all of this on my own, would you consider…” Before I could finish my question, Mitch responds with, “don’t worry, we’ll take care of you. Let’s do this right.” The Listening Room would not be possible without Audimute.

Alex Sweeney and Trina Miller: Alex Sweeney manages one of the largest, nicest, and coolest home furnishing consignment stores on the east of Cleveland, in Beachwood called Spaces. Founded by his grandmother, Trina Miller, I reached out to Alex as I was building out my studio early in 2025. “I have an idea to introduce your brand to a new audience on the west side - an audience that has an appreciation for design and quality. Help me furnish my studio, and I’ll make sure everyone that comes through, knows that they no longer have to compromise on the quality of their furniture and home decor. They need to know that high-end, designer home furnishings with concierge level service at truly affordable and reasonable pricing is in their backyard.” The result? Have you seen my studio? Restoration Hardware, Eames, Herman Miller, crystal chandelier, the coolest coffee table, retro bar, unique chairs and more. Without Alex and Trina, this environment does not exist.

Dan Bush: Dan is the owner of 78th Street Studios. Dan has created an environment that makes nearly everything I am doing possible. 78th Street Studios is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, and I am so proud to call this place my creative home. Prior to meeting Dan, I was beginning to believe that I was really on an island of my imagination and that no one would give me the opportunity to pursue my creative vision (at least without having major $$$$). The trust, encouragement, and support that I have received from Dan in pursuit of my creative goals (as lofty, and often vague and/or too hard for me to describe) is something that shouldn’t surprise me anymore, but does… and I’m glad because it feels good to be surprised this way. None of this is possible (for so many of us) without Dan Bush and 78th Street Studios.