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Video: Youth orchestra trains kids, teens, young adults

TMYO is a youth orchestra training program based in Tampa for people between the ages of 6-21. The program has 4 orchestras based on an individual’s experience and skill level. They also have a chamber music program and mentor children on their audition skills. Watch and listen. 

Video: Pop-up block party fancies Tampa Bay Design Week

Couldn't get to Tampa Bay Design Week's Pop-Up Block party on North Franklin? Take a look at this fun video to see what you missed! 

Video: Tampa As A ‘Community Of Flat Faces’

Tampa Artist Edgar Sanchez Cumbas depicts perceptions of race and skin color in his most recent exhibition, "Community of Flat Faces.'' Listen and watch as he discusses what went into the creative process and how he finds inspiration in his West Tampa neighborhood.

Video: St. Pete Warehouse Arts District

The growing Warehouse Arts District in St. Petersburg is a terrific place to find art made by local artists, including unique hot glass and clay pieces seen on this video by ES Creative.

Video: Artist Philip Pearlstein Visits St. Petersburg

Artist Philip Pearlstein of New York City talks about how he selects models for his famous nudes and other creative works on display at the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg.

Video: Funny Bunny At The Hub, Downtown Tampa

The Hub, a cornerstone bar in downtown Tampa since 1946, sets the scene for a music video featuring Funny Bunny, a local band mixing sultry vocals with unconventional chord structures in memorable melodies.

Video: P3s Will Shape What’s Next For Tampa

Creating innovative public private partnerships is key for moving Tampa forward in coming months and years, agree community, academic and private sector leaders invited to participate in 83 Degrees Media's "Not Your Average Speakers'' forum designed to foster community conversation and solutions. Watch and listen.

Video: Fourth Of July Cafe, West Tampa

The story of the Fourth of July Cafe, a favorite West Tampa neighborhood gathering spot for generations, is more than cafe con leche and Cuban sandwiches. Follow along as the owner tells a bit about the history and why the restaurant situated at North Howard and Main Street remains popular.

Video: Mountain Unicycling, Hillsborough County

Mountain unicycling enthusiasts love to take to the trails carved out of the banks of the Alafia River southeast of Tampa. Follow along in this video-photo slideshow as Jason Dominic, John Moriarty and Ed Francavilla conquer the hills.

Video: Patel Conservatory, Tampa

Black box theater, dance, music, costume design, lighting and stage building, web graphics, filmmaking. Those are just a few of the artsy inspirations being absorbed by students of all ages pursuing their passions at the Patel Conservatory in downtown Tampa. Watch and listen as faculty members describe the significance of studying the arts not only for individuals but for the larger community in terms of growing minds, confidence and engagement with others who may be different, challenged in unique circumstances or simply in need of friendship and positive example.

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