Celebrating a musical marvel; Kleinhans to mark 70th anniversary with dinner, events By Mark Sommer Nov 19, 2010 Nov 19, 2010 Updated Feb 17, 2026 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save For JoAnn Falletta, sitting in the auditorium of Kleinhans Music Hall is a bit like climbing inside a musical instrument.kAmQ%96C6 2C6 E:>6D H96? x 92G6 D2E :? E96 92== E@ =:DE6?[ 2?5 x C62==J 766= =:<6 xV> D:EE:?8 :? 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