Monthly Archives: July, 2013

Listen to the Lyric Opera of Chicago’s broadcast of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ‘Oklahoma’

Published - July 9, 2013

Classic FM presents the Lyric Opera of Chicago’s broadcast of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ‘Oklahoma’ Saturday at 1 p.m. Set in the West just after the turn of the last century, the high-spirited rivalry between the farmers and cowboys provides the colorful backdrop for one of the greatest Broadway musicals of all time. It stars John Cudia, Ashley Brown, David Adam Moore and Tari Kelly. James Lowe conducts.

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Spitzer says interest in serving as comptroller is about service, not limelight

Published - July 8, 2013

Former Gov. Eliot Spitzer today said it’s desire to “serve” and not the “limelight” that pushed him to run for New York City Comptroller. The sex-scandal-scarred former governor made the comments to Capitol Correspondent Susan Arbetter on WCNY’s “The Capitol Pressroom.” Thursday morning Spitzer threw his hat in the ring for city comptroller late Sunday night. Spitzer resigned in 2008 after admitting to having sex with high-priced prostitutes. The former governor again asked voters forgiveness and weighed the impact on his family before making the decision to run saying, “Nobody enjoys absorbing the body blows.” Spitzer said that no matter

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‘A Blackfeet Encounter’ airs July 12 at 6 and 9 p.m. on World

Published - July 8, 2013

A Blackfeet Encounter uncovers the rich history and culture of the Blackfeet people of Montana, traces the consequences of the expedition’s arrival and investigates the struggles and triumphs of the Blackfeet today. In July 1806, Meriwether Lewis and another member of the Corps of Discovery killed two Blackfeet warriors and marked the only deadly clash between American Indians and the otherwise peaceful Lewis and Clark Expedition. The documentary skillfully pieces together this confrontation through accounts by tribal elders, Lewis’ journal and interviews with historians reflecting both sides of the story. The documentary also depicts the tragedies and challenges endured by the

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WCNY to air ‘A Capitol Fourth’ live at 8, 9:30 p.m. July 4

Published - July 3, 2013

America’s favorite Independence Day celebration, “A Capitol Fourth,” will feature performances from some of the country’s best-known musical artists, topped off by a display of fireworks. It airs at 8 and 9:30 p.m. July 4 on WCNY channel 24.1. “A Capitol Fourth” welcomes back two-time Emmy Award-winning television personality Tom Bergeron, who will host the concert. Barry Manilow will lead an all-star cast that includes Candice Glover, the Season 12 winner of “American Idol,” country music artist Scotty McCeery, actor and singer Darren Criss of “Glee”, musical prodigy and classical crossover star Jackie Evancho, Broadway and television star Megan Hilty

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WCNY-FM makes changes to Sunday program schedule beginning July 7

Published - July 3, 2013

WCNY, Central New York’s public broadcasting company, will expand and reposition its Sunday line-up to better respond to listener preferences and listening habits.. The changes begin July 7.  At 11 a.m., “Classic Sinatra” airs with host Leo Rayhill. The show features Sinatra’s greatest performances. The show previously aired at 4 p.m. At noon, co-hosts Joey Nigro and Jim Battaglia showcase the charm of Italian American traditions and the music of Italian American and Italian songbooks on “Ciao!” . The show formerly aired at 3 p.m. At 1 p.m., “Footlight Parade” returns to the Sunday line-up. The show features Broadway classics

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