There is no dress code at Severance Hall. However, it is suggested to dress business casual for evening concerts which can include a shirt and tie for men or dress for women.

The orchestra's season remains 52 weeks and size remains 100 members. Musicians will receive raises each year of the contract. Base salary will rise from $135,096 (2017-2018) to $143,364 by the 2020-2021 season.

But for argument's sake, we'll pick J1, orchestra right, as the best seat. It's halfway up from the stage, close enough to be intimate, far away enough to take in the entire stage picture. A view of the Drury Theatre stage from the best seat in the house.

Today, the main concert hall is known as the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Concert Hall. Severance serves as the home of The Cleveland Orchestra for concerts, rehearsals, and administration.