BBC Transition to Voice of the Arts

Starting December 30th, tune in daily as we showcase brand-new, local programming with “Voice of the Arts” Spotlights! Every hour on the hour, Monday through Friday, learn about a different “Voice of the Arts” podcast, as we highlight the latest in local arts and culture.

As we say goodbye to the BBC News Hour program block on December 29th, we’re excited to keep our audiences informed on local cultural events, community partners, and continuing to be our regionā€™s Voice of the Arts!

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What's New from WQED-FM

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In Toyland with the Pittsburgh Savoyards

The Pittsburgh Savoyards is bringing to life Victor Herbertā€™s 1903 operetta, Babes in Toyland at the Margaret Partee Performing Arts Center in Bellevue from December 6th to 21st. Stage Director Robert Hockenberry and Production Manager Lynette Garlan discuss the show that was written right here in Pittsburgh! Tickets available here.

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Symphonies and Dances with Chamber Orchestra of Pittsburgh

Chamber Orchestra of Pittsburgh Artistic Director Conductor Edward Leonard and soloist, harpist Marissa Knaub Avon, recently visited WQED and discuss upcoming concerts.

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The Farina Foundation ā€“ Post FM Drive

Frank Farina III, Chairman of the Farina Foundation, spoke about the success of the fall fundraising effort which involved WQED-FM listeners in contributing to the repair of musical instruments for young musicians in schools around Western Pennsylvania.

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Alyson Bonavoglia and Lisa Alexander ā€“ Calliope

WQED-FMā€™s Anna Singer spoke to Calliopeā€™s new Executive Director, Alyson Bonavoglia, and Operations Manager, Lisa Alexander, about the organizationā€™s upcoming season.

More Great WQED Podcasts

  • Gumbands: A Podcast with Rick Sebak. Holding Pittsburgh together

    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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12.13.24

Calliope Presents Susan Werner

Over the course of her twenty-five-year career, Susan Werner has earned a reputation as ā€œone of the most innovative songwriters working todayā€ (Chicago Tribune). With formidable chops on guitar (she […]

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12.17.23

Nutcracker at Carnegie Performing Arts Center

The Nutcracker, an old-fashioned holiday ballet performed annually by the Carnegie Performing Arts Center, will be performed at the Andrew Carnegie Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue in Carnegie. Performances will […]

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12.15.24

Lessons & Carols – Assumption Church Christmas Concert

Regina Coeli Parish presents A Festival of Lessons and Carols, featuring the Adult & Youth Choirs and Orchestra in a performance of portions of the Christmas Oratorio by Johann Sebastian […]

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