Published - January 30, 2025
“Love is in the Air” with the Syracuse Orchestra this weekend. And it was a special treat to chat with guest artist Lizzie Klemperer and Syracuse Orchestra Principal Pops conductor Sean O’Loughlin about this weekend’s concert. Find out more about the music, the collaboration, and maybe learn about some of the under-recognized composers of great music. More about the Syracuse Orchestra is available here.
Published - January 29, 2025
Speranza Chorale is a new vocal ensemble in Syracuse, and this weekend they are hosting a community singing event, Vivaldi’s “Gloria.” Founding director Philip Major and board member Matthieu van Der Meer stopped into the studios to chat about this weekend’s event, and to share more about the group, their goals, and why they chose the name “Speranza.” Learn about Speranza Chorale at their website.
Published - January 29, 2025
On this episode of Repeating History, my guest is Dr. Sally Roesch-Wagner. The founding director of the Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation, she is a nationally recognized lecturer, author, and storyteller of the history of women’s rights. Dr. Roesch-Wagner founded one of the nation’s first women’s studies programs (California State University, Sacramento) and has taught women’s history for almost half a century. The primary focus of our conversation is Matilda Joslyn Gage, one of the most significant leaders of the women’s suffrage movement, a radical political organizer, orator and writer, Gage was written out of the history by her more conservative
Published - January 28, 2025
The Cosmetology pathway at Public Service Leadership Academy, prepares its students for a career in the beauty enhancement field. Classes follow the New York State approved curriculum required for taking the written and practical state licensing exams. The cosmetology pathway offers students the unique opportunity to develop and practice their skills during clinic where students and staff are invited to make appointments for cosmetology service.
Published - January 25, 2025
January 29th begins the Lunar New Year, and Spoonie and Tongs are making Vietnamese spring rolls for “The Big Taste.” Their biggest challenge? Trying to stay up late to celebrate the holiday! Between noisemakers, dance parties, and a little help from the listeners, will they make it to midnight?? Chef guest Calvin Eng joins the fun and talks about his family’s Cantonese traditions and favorite recipes, and kid guest Milo shares his favorite Korean rice cake soup, Tteokguk! Calvin Eng is the chef & owner of Bonnie’s, a Cantonese-American restaurant in Williamsburg. Brooklyn born and raised in a traditional Chinese
Published - January 25, 2025
“Keep a little fire burning; however small, however hidden.” – Cormac McCarthy On this episode of Feminine Fusion, music inspired by some of the most critical – and sometimes frightening – elements: Fire and Ice. Each is vital to our modern existence. Fire warms us in the winter, and ice cools us when we are fevered, yet each can also be frightening and overpowering, and the works today reflect many aspects of these elements. “Fire and Ice, Part 2” Ralph Towner: When the Fire Burns Low Tomomi Kohno, guitar “Luxe” Act Infini 1031 Bernat Vivancos: Vocal Ice for Soprano
Published - January 23, 2025
The Chamber Music Society of Utica season continues with a performance from the Horszowski Trio. Diane Jones spoke to violinist and co-founder Jesse Mills about the program, the founding of the trio, and the prize that bears their name. More about the Chamber Music Society of Utica is available here. And about the Horszowski Trio here.
Published - January 22, 2025
Tickets are going fast for the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra’s next Chamber Concert, “Mozart and Shaw.” Host Diane Jones spoke to Sarah Chandler, clarinetist and Executive Director, Rosemary Elliott, principal cello, and John Lathwell, principal oboe, about the concert, the mix of familiar and unfamiliar works – and what influenced them in choosing their instruments. Find out more about the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra here.
Published - January 21, 2025
Actors Garrett Turner and Bjorn DuPaty talk about their upcoming roles in Eboni Booth’s Pulitzer Prize winning play ‘Primary Trust’
Published - January 18, 2025
On this week’s delectable edition of Check It Out, Maggie and Tom bring on author Sarah Germain. Sarah’s book, Dream a Dream, is a cute bedtime book for the little ones AND on the last page parents can find a recipe page for her delicious sugar cookies. Tom can attest…. These cookies are incredible.
Published - January 18, 2025
The Funky Foodies get busy preparing for the Slow Fashion Show by creating upcycled fashions from clothes that would otherwise be tossed out and wind up in landfills. Funky Foodies is a podcast for kids, and it’s produced right here in Central New York. Tween foodies Frankie, Fern, and Zara share a passion for food and its impacts on the environment. Adventures follow after they form an alliance called Funky Foodies, Inc., pledging to, “Save the Planet, One Veggie Burger at a Time.” Kid-friendly recipes reflecting the theme of each episode are included.
Published - January 18, 2025
“The best conductors are the best listeners.” – Tom Service Let’s take another listen to ensembles being led by some of today’s leading women at the conductor’s podium. You may be familiar with one or two of the women highlighted today, but most will probably be new to you. But they are all tremendously talented. “On the Podium, Part 5” Greg Edmonson: Main Theme, Uncharted II Eímear Noone, conductor Danish National Symphony Orchestra “Gaming in Symphony” EuroArts 880242677013 Jessie Montgomery: Coincident Dances Mei-Ann Chen, conductor Chicago Sinfonietta “Project W” Cedille 90000 185 Mieczslaw Weinberg: Symphony No. 21, Op. 152 “Kaddish” Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla,
Published - January 17, 2025
WCNY invites you to join us on Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 4:30 p.m. at the WCNY Studios for a screening and discussion of the film, “Move When the Spirit Says Move: The Legacy of Dorothy Foreman Cotton.” Discover the story of Dorothy Cotton, the charismatic, courageous yet often overlooked colleague of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Enjoy the one-hour documentary before it premieres, followed by a Q&A discussion. The event begins at 4:30 p.m. with light refreshments, followed by the screening and discussion at 5 p.m. There is no fee to attend the event, but registration is required. The event is
Published - January 16, 2025
Enter for a Chance to Win the Grand Prize – A Viking Ocean Voyage from London to Barcelona! Enter daily January 15, 2025 through March 17, 2025 for a chance to win an 8-day ocean voyage for two adults (age 21 or older) on Viking’s Iberian Explorer itinerary commencing on October 2, 2025. Embark London from the Port of Tilbury, visit England’s maritime city of Portsmouth, and then circumnavigate the Iberian Peninsula, visiting Vigo, Málaga, Cartagena, and Barcelona in Spain. Grand Prize ARV: $9,996 USD ($14,396 CAD). Grand Prize Winner is responsible for payment of all tax obligations. (See Official Rules for complete details.)
Published - January 15, 2025
Three local arts organizations join together for an incredible concert this weekend. Joining us in the studio were Barbara Haas (Syracuse Friends of Chamber Music), Julie Pretzat (Syracuse Vocal Ensemble), and Sonya Stith-Williams (Syracuse Orchestra) to talk about the concert, the rehearsal process, and the joys of collaboration. Click any of the links to go to the organization’s website: Syracuse Friends of Chamber Music Syracuse Vocal Ensemble The Syracuse Orchestra
