Spirit Magazine - November 2013 - (Page 116)

Life Adventure In Memphis "They say 'if music were a religion, then Memphis would be Jerusalem, and Sun Studio, its most sacred shrine.' That's a tenet we've taken seriously since Sam Phillips established Sun Studio in 1952. We've played host to the greatest names in rock 'n' roll: legends like B.B. King, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and, of course, Elvis Presley. These days we also play host to visitors from all over the world while continuing to offer a full service recording experience after regular business hours. It's an honor to be part of Memphis' rich musical history." -John Schorr CEO & President Sun Studio FINE TUNES Catch musicals like Purlie at Playhouse on the Square. BANG-UP JOB In the evenings, Sun Studio opens its doors to recording artists. 116 SPIRIT NOVEMBER 2013 company, and Ballet Memphis' River Project, which commissions choreographers to create new works based on the Mississippi River. In addition, organizations like the Memphis Symphony Orchestra- the largest employer of musicians in the tri-state area-contribute greatly to our community by employing artists from around the world that come to Memphis to become members of our creative class and work tirelessly to engage the community. We're a culture of innovators, and we are making things happen in Memphis." -Susan Schadt President & CEO ArtsMemphis Facts of Play in Memphis * In September, the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies were named "Best Sports Franchise in North America" by ESPN The Magazine. * In May, Travel + Leisure ranked Memphis No. 5 on its list of the "Best U.S. Cities for Affordable Getaways." PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF SUN STUDIO AND ARTSMEMPHIS "The artists and artistic innovations that have come from Memphis have changed the world. The vibe is one of enormous possibilities: There are very few obstacles here for artists. If you have an idea, there is a community that will do everything it can to help. For 50 years, ArtsMemphis has supported our cultural community by providing annual support, financial oversight, advocacy, and mentoring to many diverse organizations. In the last 10 years, due to the generous support of residents, ArtsMemphis has allocated more than $40 million to fund projects, which include a new facility for Playhouse on the Square, the city's only professional resident theater

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Spirit Magazine - November 2013

Spirit Magazine - November 2013
Contents
Gary’s Greeting
Gary’s Greeting en Español
Star of the Month
Freedom Story
From the Editor
Your Words
Your Pictures
Media Center
Eat Drink Sleep
The Numbers
Wise Guide
Business
Winter to the Ultimate Degree
The Every Day Action Hero
Your Adventure In Memphis
Life Adventure In Memphis
Promotional Series: Spirit of Reno Tahoe
Calendar
Fun!
Spotlight
Community Outreach
Products & Services
Flight Service
Terminal Maps
Information
Rapid Rewards and A+ Rewards Partners
Route Map
The “If” List

Spirit Magazine - November 2013