Monthly Archives: August, 2017

September 3, 2017: Ancient Mothers

Published - August 28, 2017

“What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.”  – Pericles   Season 2 of Feminine Fusion begins with another look at early music composed by women.  Some of the earliest works on record are from Kassia, a Byzantine abbess – and the only woman to ha e her works incorporated into official service books for use in church worship.  You’ll also be introduced to Khosrovidukht, Tibors de Sarenom, and more.   “Ancient Mothers” Kassia:  I Edessa; Tin pentachordon; Five Hymns to St. Christina VocaMe “Byzantine Hymns of the first

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This Week on Insight, 09/01/17

Published - August 25, 2017

On the next Insight: How the navy defends Central New York? We sit down with one of Baldwinsville’s native sons and learn from a rear admiral Charles W. Rock how that branch of the military watches over us in these turbulent times. ,  Watch Friday at 9 p.m. on WCNY

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This Week on SciTech Now 08/31/17

Published - August 25, 2017

On the next edition of SciTech Now: Hacking the pacifier, the voices of climate change, predicting man made earth quakes with 3D software and rare fire flies in sync.Watch SciTech Now on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. on WCNY

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This Week on Cycle of Health, 08/31/17

Published - August 25, 2017

On the next Cycle of Health: It’s not all sunshine and smiles when we head outside in summer. So discover how to protect your family from harmful bugs, sunburn and overheating with simple tips and hints. Dr Rich talks with Upstate’s Trauma Program Manager Jolene Kittle about ways your older loved ones can avoid the hazards of summer. And, Lyme Disease forced this active, adventurous, dog trainer into a more sedentary life. Discover how she’s fighting to turn her life around. Watch Cycle of Health on Thursday at 8 p.m. on WCNY

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August 27, 2017: A Year On the Air!

Published - August 21, 2017

“I want to say to all the young women out there, as I say to all young people: believe in yourselves, follow your passion and never give up, because you will create a future filled with possibilities.”  – Marin Alsop   It’s hard to believe that Feminine Fusion is marking it’s first full year on the air!  From the Medieval sacred music of Hildegard of Bingen, to the latest experimental music being created today; from women around the world, of all races and cultures; from solo works to orchestras and choruses, we have covered a lot of ground these last 12 months.

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This Week on Insight, 08/25/17

Published - August 18, 2017

On the next Insight: The school bell is ringing for the 2017-2018 school year. As we move closer to the start next month. Insight sits down with new Syracuse city school district superintendent Jaime Alicea, to discuss his vision for moving the district forward as the new head of the SCSD. ,  Watch Friday at 9 p.m. on WCNY

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This Week on Cycle of Health, 08/24/17

Published - August 18, 2017

On the next Cycle of Health: Celebrate the red white and blue on the next Cycle of Health! Can a July 4th picnic actually be good for you? We prep a meal for a patriotic celebration that’s filled with locally grown, regionally produced and totally yummy food. Dr. Rich talks to Lt. Halliday for tips to help parents safely guide teens through the summer party scene. And we go down on the farm to discover the value of food grown close to home. Join us in the fields! Watch Cycle of Health on Thursday at 8 p.m. on WCNY

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This Week on SciTech Now 08/24/17

Published - August 18, 2017

On the next edition of SciTech Now: Tech start ups moving fashion forward and climate history on Mars.Watch SciTech Now on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. on WCNY

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August 20, 2017: At the Keyboard, Part 2

Published - August 14, 2017

“For me, playing music is about transporting to another way of life, another way of being.” – Yuja Wang   The piano is, in many ways, an orchestra contained in a single instrument.  On this episode, we’ll return to the keyboard to hear three outstanding pianists in performance.   “At the Keyboard, Part 2” Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 7, Op. 10, No. 3 Martha Argerich, piano “Martha Argerich: Early Recordings” Deutsche Grammophon 4798978 Franz Liszt (arr. by Sergei Rachmaninov): Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 in c# minor Olga Kern, piano “Rachmaninov: Transcriptions/Corelli Variations” Harmonia Mundi 907336 Maurice Ravel: Concerto in G Major

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This Week on Insight, 08/18/17

Published - August 11, 2017

On the next Insight: What happens in the 90 days after a refugee gets off the plane in a new country? We hear firsthand accounts from people who have done it, and reflect on the rules and regulations in place with a panel of experts that all work to make the resettlement process a little easier. ,  Watch Friday at 9 p.m. on WCNY

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This Week on Cycle of Health, 08/17/17

Published - August 11, 2017

On the next Cycle of Health: We run toward better health on the next Cycle of Health , and show you how to get on track to wellness…..even if you don’t like to run! Discover how one man broke down boundaries and built up friendships on his path to the fitness finish line. Are you struggling to set and keep your own health and wellness goals? Dr. Rich’s guest says if you can dream you can be it — she’ll break it down and show us how. Watch Cycle of Health on Thursday at 8 p.m. on WCNY

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This Week on SciTech Now 08/17/17

Published - August 11, 2017

On the next edition of SciTech Now: The climate refugees of puget sound, exploring space through augmented reality and engineering hot wheels.Watch SciTech Now on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. on WCNY

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August 13, 2017: Elemental Music: Fire

Published - August 7, 2017

“O! for a muse of fire, that would ascend the brightest heaven of invention.” – Shakespeare   Fire is inspirational, and this episode looks at several different ways in which that inspiration is expressed.  We’ll listen to music ranging from the Medieval to the present, from the “Fire of Creation” in the visions of Hildegard of Bingen, to a “Fire and Blood” performance from Ida Kavafian.   “Elemental Music: Fire” Manuel de Falla: Danza Ritual del Fuego (Ritual Fire Dance) Katia & Marielle Labèque “España!” Philips 438938 Hildegard of Bingen: Vision 1: The Fire of Creation Anonymous 4 “The Origin of Fire” Harmonia

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