#81: Pre-Concert Talk (Russian National Ballet Theatre—Don Quixote)
In this episode, we explore the Russian National Ballet Theatre and its upcoming performances of Don Quixote at Armstrong Auditorium.
#80: Pre-Concert Talk: Wu Man & Shanghai String Quartet
In this episode, we explore the pipa virtuoso Wu Man, the Shanghai String Quartet and the program for their upcoming collaborative performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
#79: Pre-Concert Talk: The Widow’s Might
In this episode, host Ryan Malone discusses the cast, plot and musical elements of his new stage production, “The Widow’s Might—The Story of Naomi, Ruth and Boaz” in the lead-up to its Armstrong Auditorium debut.
#78: Music For Victories
In this episode, we explore compositions inspired by, or intended to honor, a victory — either fictional or historic, either on the battlefield or in other fields.
#76: Pre-Concert Talk: Turtle Island Quartet
In this episode, we explore the Turtle Island Quartet and the program for its upcoming performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
#75: Music For Death
In this episode, we explore compositions inspired by the memory of the deceased, or by death in general.
#74: Pre-Concert Talk: Voice Meets Cello
In this episode, we explore cellist Tess Remy-Schumacher, soprano Paula Malone and the program for their upcoming duo performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
#73: Music For One
In this episode, we explore repertoire for a single instrument that is usually grouped with other instruments—from solo cello to one-handed piano.
#72: Music For Laughter
In this episode, we explore compositions intended to depict laughter or an element of humor.