About us.
Founded in 2022 by Theo Aronson and Max Ochester, two friends who bonded over their passion for Philadelphia’s music history and the growing local music economy. The two met in fall 2020 while working together on the historic designation of Sigma Sound Studios’ original location in Chinatown. Current priority initiatives include the restoration of Sigma Sound Studios and establishing Philadelphia’s first official Music Office within city government.
Non-Profit Fiscal Sponsorship Details: The Philadelphia Sound Preservation Project is a Pennsylvania Limited Liability Company. Donations may be forwarded to our fiscal sponsor, the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Official registration and financial information for the Preservation Alliance may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free within Pennsylvania 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
Our founders.
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Theo Aronson (Co-Founder)
Producer | Marketer | Label Owner
With a background in music production and as a marketing executive for record labels, Theo offers project management and artist relations experience. He also still produces/mixes for artists and owns a boutique independent label, Ooh La La Records.
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Max Ochester (Co-Founder)
Owner of Brewerytown Beats
A passionate collector and dealer of musical rarities, especially rare Soul and R&B vinyl, Max has become a staple of the Philly vinyl community. Max also manages his own independent labels Brewerytown Records and reissues releases under Dogtown Records.