Stéphane Denève, Music Director of the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra, shares why the music of Maurice Ravel is so important to him and discusses why these pieces still resonate with audiences 150 years after the composer’s birth. Stéphane discusses the talent of soloist Kirill Gerstein and a possible point of contention on Ravel’s Piano Concerto…
Michael Faris, the Director of Percussion for the Community Music School of Webster University; Sarah Dane, the Director of the Young People’s Concert Orchestra; and Patrick Jackson, Director of the Young People’s Symphonic Orchestra, talk about upcoming performances on January 13 and 19 that feature talented local students peforming percussion pieces. For more information about…
Conductor Stephanie Childress gives listeners a sneak peek at tonight’s St. Louis Symphony Orchestra New Year’s Eve celebration! Hear what Stephanie has planned for the 7:30pm concert, as well as what she’s been up to since she finished her duties as SLSO Assistant Conductor. (Hint: She’s earning a lot of airline miles!) For more information…
Sam Moore, the Managing Director of Public History for the Missouri Historical Society, talks about “History of Note”, a new collaboration between Classic 107.3 and the MHS. Every week, listeners will enjoy a segment that shares interesting history about our region, helping to establish a deeper connection with where we live and work. Plus, learn…
Classic 107.3 gratefully acknowledges the following people for their generous contributions to this audio broadcast: Voice Actors: Bjorn Ranheim Freya Ranheim Inga Ranheim Johann Uhl Music: Mrs. H, Seven Jumps dance music Seven Jumps Miles Hoyle, accordion, https://youtu.be/seBDSDsLLzw?si=J2mxGBqFEdpBUSL1 David Kowalczyk, Danish folksong arrangements Mgem22, nyckelharpa Swedish folk music – nyckelharpa Kim Pettersson, Sing-Along at Skansen…
Hear from Alexander Brier Marr, associate curator of Native American art, about Shaman Figure, a wood sculpture created by Simeon Stilthda. Learn about the interesting journey this sculpture took to end up at SLAM! This object is currently on view in Gallery 326 at the Saint Louis Art Museum. Classic 107.3 · On the Art…
Steven Franklin, Principal Trumpet of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, and Amanda Stewart, Associate Principal Trombone of the SLSO, discuss “Fanfares and Festivals”, the SLSO Live at the Sheldon concert that they are curating on Thursday, December 5. The concert, which features brass instruments, includes an original composition by Franklin as well as other works…