Voice of the Arts

Introducing “Voice of the Arts” Spotlights on Classical WQED! At the top of each hour on from 6am-9am and 4pm-6pm, Monday through Friday, learn about a different “Voice of the Arts” podcast, as we highlight the latest in local arts and culture.

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Kelly Strayhorn’s Celebration of MLK

Tune in to hear about Kelly Strayhorn Theater’s MLK Day celebration on January 20th, featuring powerful art, community engagement, and a special dance performance by Rickia Davenport. Joseph Hall, Mingsi Ma, and Rickia Davenport discuss this inspiring event honoring Dr. King’s legacy.

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Anna Singer at Sweetwater Center for the Arts

WQED-FM hosts Anna Singer and Jim Cunningham discuss Anna’s upcoming art exhibition at Sweetwater Center for the Arts, open January 17 to March 14. Learn about Anna’s artistic journey and her family’s connection to Sweetwater, all part of their 50th anniversary celebration.

An Update with Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy

Jim Cunningham and Alana Wenk from Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy as they discuss the success of the “Aurora” sculpture installation in Mellon Square. Discover the inspiration, partnerships, and future plans for art in Pittsburgh’s parks.

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Chad Austin Directs “Robin and Me: My Little Spark of Madness”

Jim Cunningham interviews Chad Austin, director of the award-winning one-man play “Robin and Me: My Little Spark of Madness,” coming to the Pittsburgh Playhouse from January 22nd to 26th. Hear about the play’s journey from New York City to Point Park University and the enduring impact of Robin Williams.

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    Gumbands: A Podcast with Rick Sebak

    GUMBANDS is a podcast about Pittsburgh, its people, its history, its neighborhoods, its small businesses, its food, its charms, its stories, and many of its surprises.

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    @ the Symphony

    Conductors, soloists and composers involved in making great Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performances talk about their music.

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    Voice of the Arts

    Insights and anecdotes from musicians, dancers, artists, actors and directors, as well as audience response.

  • Pittsburgh Symphony Radio

    Pittsburgh Symphony Radio

    A complete two hour concert hosted by Jim Cunningham. Listen for interviews and features, historic recordings and the latest weekly concerts from Heinz Hall.

  • Encore

    Encore!

    Did you miss a recent live broadcast? Or do you just want to hear it again? Relive recent WQED-FM live broadcasts on the Encore podcast page. Stream full length broadcasts by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and others.

  • Artists in the World

    Artists in the World

    Hosted by WQED-FM's Jim Cunningham and CMOA's Dana Bishop-Root, Artists in the World uplifts artistic voices and explores multiple histories, geographies, and current events.

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    Pittsburgh Symphony on Tour

    Jim Cunningham reports from the PSO's domestic and international tours.

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01.20.25

In the Spirit of Rev. Dr. King: An MLK Day Celebration Through Art & Advocacy

KST honors the lasting legacies of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with our annual day of reflection, unity, and creative expression. Begin the day with activities in the KST […]

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01.23.25

Thursday Night Jazz: Jason Kush Quartet’s Tribute to Taekwondo

Courtesy. Integrity. Perseverance. Self-Control. Indomitable Spirit. These are the five tenets of the dynamic, Korean martial art of Taekwondo. With origins as a defensive practice, Taekwondo is a discipline that […]

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01.31.25

Calliope Presents Medusa

Medusa would slay at a Hobbit family wedding. Wielding a sound that would turn classical music scholars to stone, these four folk musicians are reimagining the Western string quartet. By […]

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