Ohioana Citation for Music Performance: 2005
Celeste Friedman, Newark OH
 Celeste Friedman is the author/composer
of “O” Is for Ohio, a chronicle of the state’s history in story and song. During the state’s bicentennial in 2003, Celeste took
her program on the road, performing at more than 80 schools, libraries, retirement villages and other community venues.
Friedman comes from a musical family; her grandfather Leo Reichert had his own orchestra and traveled throughout the Midwest.
For combining her love of music with education and history, Friedman has been recognized by the Points of Light Foundation, the Department of Education of the State of New York and the Ohio State University for her contributions and accomplishments.
"O" Is For Ohio webpage
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