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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.
@ the Symphony
Conductors, soloists and composers involved in making great Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performances talk about their music.
Voice of the Arts
Insights and anecdotes from musicians, dancers, artists, actors and directors, as well as audience response.
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!
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
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.
Pittsburgh Symphony on Tour
Jim Cunningham reports from the PSO's domestic and international tours.
Latest Podcast Episodes
March 28, 2024
Pittsburgh Symphony Radio – 2023-2024 Season – Program 25 – Part 2
Conductor Daniele Rustioni leads the orchestra in Chin’s ‘subito con forza” and Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances, all while conducting the Met in Verdi’s “Falstaff.” Francesco Piemontesi plays the Brahms Piano Concerto No. 1.
March 28, 2024
Pittsburgh Symphony Radio – 2023-2024 Season – Program 25 – Part 1
Conductor Daniele Rustioni leads the orchestra in Chin’s ‘subito con forza” and Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances, all while conducting the Met in Verdi’s “Falstaff.” Francesco Piemontesi plays the Brahms Piano Concerto No. 1.
March 28, 2024
Peter Kope – Attack Theatre The Show of 10000 Tomorrows
Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Attack Theatre, Peter Kope, discussed live with Anna Singer about their upcoming show of The Show of 1000 Tomorrows, running weekends April 5th to April 13th. Inspired by worlds fairs and the phrase, 1000 Tomorrows, this 3 act dance piece explores the idea of perpetual motion and the constant renewing cycle of life. Peter talks about using music written by their music director, Dave Eggar, and Squnok’s Kevin Kornicki. They also will use music from Chatham Baroque. In addition, Peter reveals the true story of how Attack Theatre got its name. Visit https://www.attacktheatre.com/ to learn more about the show and to find tickets.
March 27, 2024
Kyle Haden – Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama World Theatre Day
Senior Associate Head and Associate Professor of Acting at Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Drama, Kyle Haden, celebrated World Theatre Day (March 27th) with Anna Singer live. To celebrate, they discuss the 2023 Excellence in Theatre Education Award winner, Jason Zembuch Young and the Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School. This award is presented together by the Tony Awards and CMU School of Drama to exemplary arts educators. The winners receive master classes taught by CMU professors and industry professionals. Kyle and Anna also discuss upcoming productions at the School of Drama, including the spring musical, Little Night Music. Kyle highlights his career in theatre and how teaching the next generation of artists continues to be rewarding. Visit https://www.cmu.edu/tony-awards/educator/index.html to learn more about the Excellence in Theatre Education Award, and visit https://www.drama.cmu.edu/box-office/ to learn more about the School of Drama’s upcoming productions.
March 26, 2024
Mark Carver and Jessica Rivera – Hommage to Victoria De Los Angeles
Pianist, Mark Carver, and soprano, Jessica Rivera, discussed with Anna Singer live about their newly released CD, Hommage to Victoria De Los Angeles. Mark and Jessica talk about their collaboration for this CD, their recording at Harvard University before the pandemic, and their upcoming collaboration with another CD. Jessica also talks about her beginnings in opera, and how she did not speak Spanish while she was growing up. Mark also highlights his past concert with Tina Faigen and Robert Schultz at Chatham University. They played track #14, Del cabello mas sutil, to give a taste of what the CD sounds like. Listen to WQED-FM to hear Jessica and Mark’s new CD, or find it online.
March 25, 2024
Nanette Mancuso and Susan Sands – 2024 Three Rivers Community Band Concert
Conductor of the East Winds Symphonic Band, Susan Sands, and Clarinet player, Nanette Mancuso, discuss the annual Three Rivers Community Band Festival, held this year at the Franklin Regional High School on Saturday, April 6th at 2pm. Susan and Nanette talk about the concerts program that features four bands this year. The Community Band South, the East Winds Symphonic Band, the North Pittsburgh Symphonic Band, and the 2024 Festival Band that is comprised of players from the numerous community bands in the region. Nanette highlights that this free concert will have food baked by the musicians, and Susan talks about the inclusion of more female conductor’s bands. WQED-FM’s very own Jim Cunningham will host. Visit https://ewsb.org/festival/ to learn more.