Cleveland Orchestra, 1946 ID: 299 | This file appears in: Severance Hall The Cleveland Orchestra performs under George Szell at Severance Hall in 1946. Szell was musical director from 1946 to 1970 and was the driving force behind the 1958 renovation. He is also credited with creating the sound the Cleveland Orchestra is now known for. | Date: 1946 | Source: Cleveland State Library Special Collections Download Original File SourceCleveland State Library Special CollectionsDate1946 "Cleveland Orchestra, 1946" appears in: Severance Hall