About
Founded in 2018 and incorporated in 2019, Zero to Sixty is a nonprofit organization that provides educational a cappella opportunities in Northeast Ohio.
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Founded and directed by award-winning arranger and Tiffin University professor Brandy Kay (BK) Riha, Zero to Sixty's mission is to provide educational opportunities for qualified musicians through performance, recording and training. In addition to hosting a summer a cappella experience, ZTS is passionate about supporting the collegiate a cappella community in Northeast Ohio.
During the summer, Zero to Sixty manifests as a vocal band, open to vocalists and beatboxers based on an audition. ZTS seeks to promote musicianship and professionalism in its members through structured and purposeful rehearsals in conjunction with performances and recording projects. ZTS also provides opportunities for growth and leadership through optional roles in related fields, including sound engineering, social media, photography, booking and marketing.
Past members have included students & alumni of Kent State University (Kent & Stark campuses), The University of Akron, Baldwin Wallace University, Cleveland State University, Otterbein University, Tiffin University and The College of Wooster. Rehearsals take place mid-May through August.
To view more photos, visit the archive.
During the summer, Zero to Sixty manifests as a vocal band, open to vocalists and beatboxers based on an audition. ZTS seeks to promote musicianship and professionalism in its members through structured and purposeful rehearsals in conjunction with performances and recording projects. ZTS also provides opportunities for growth and leadership through optional roles in related fields, including sound engineering, social media, photography, booking and marketing.
Past members have included students & alumni of Kent State University (Kent & Stark campuses), The University of Akron, Baldwin Wallace University, Cleveland State University, Otterbein University, Tiffin University and The College of Wooster. Rehearsals take place mid-May through August.
To view more photos, visit the archive.
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History
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In March of 2018, five friends in the Akron/Kent area came together to compete in the Varsity Vocals Open. The following spring they held auditions to find some of the most outstanding, versatile and dedicated vocalists in Northeast Ohio. In October 2019, Zero to Sixty became recognized by the state of Ohio as a non-profit organization.
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2021 Performance SeasonFriday, Aug 13, 7:30pm
Aurora School of Music FREE & open to the public Friday, Aug 20, 7pm Church of the Western Reserve, Pepper Pike FREE & open to the public | donations are encouraged Saturday, Aug 28, 2:15pm Austinburg Country Days (Main Stage) Austinburg Township Park FREE & open to the public |
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