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The Playlist – Station News
The Playlist – Station News – https://mailchi.mp/classic1073.org/the-playlist-july-13-2026 The Classic 107.3 Symphony Lecture Series, featuring Samuel Hollister, the Assistant Conductor of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, is a special opportunity to learn about the music in upcoming SLSO performances. Lectures begin in September… and seats are limited! Local programs this week showcase the state of Pennsylvania…
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Inside the Inspiration with Local Composers
Go inside the inspiration behind the artistry of local composers Blake Hernton and Terrence “TJ” Abernathy with Kathy Lawton Brown. Blake Hernton is a violinist and violist, and a producer and music educator. Learn more at www.concertblackstl.com/ Terrence “TJ” Abernathy is a conductor, photographer, horn player, composer, arranger, teacher and nitro performance guy. Learn more at www.gatewayfestivalorchestra.org/directors/…
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A Stirring Performance of Romeo and Juliet at Opera Theatre
Conductor Ramón Tebar and tenor Leonardo Sánchez (Romeo) discuss Charles Gounod’s Romeo and Juliet at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis. From great communication and support within the company to learning the opera in English to the universality of Shakespeare’s timeless story, the pair share their enthusiasm for this OTSL production. For more information and tickets…
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Steve Hackman Brings Beethoven X Coldplay to the SLSO
Would Ludwig van Beethoven have been a Coldplay fan? Conductor Steve Hackman thinks the answer is yes! Hackman brings his fusion of the music of the legendary classical composer and the renowned Britisih rock band to the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra on June 26 at Powell Hall. For more information and tickets, visit https://slso.org/event/beethoven-x-coldplay/ .…
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OTSL Opera Talent Takes Center Stage
Patricia Racette, the Artistic Director of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, talks with Chuck Lavazzi about Center Stage, the June 23 concert featuring members of Opera Theatre’s Richard Gaddes Festival Artist and Gerdine Young Artist Programs. Hear rising opera stars perform iconic melodies from opera’s greatest hits and cherished rarities, accompanied onstage by the Grammy…
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Bringing an American Masterpiece to Life
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis Artistic Director Patricia Racette and OTSL Principal Conductor Daniela Candillari discuss this season’s production of “A Streetcar Named Desire”, running through June 26. Hear about the creative process behind this staging, the indelible characters, and Andre Previn’s varied musical score in this insighful conversation. For more information and tickets, visit…
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Missouri Chamber Music Festival Finds a New Home for a New Season
Nina Ferrigno speaks with Chuck Lavazzi about “Hope is the thing with music”, the 16th season for the Missouri Chamber Festival, which has a new home at The Sheldon. Learn about how the theme was chosen and hear about some of the pieces that will be performed during the festival. Guests include the Arianna String…
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Major Work to Master the Modern Major General
Local character baritone Robert Mellon appears as Major General Stanley in Pirates of Penzance at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis through June 27. Learn about how Bobby became an opera singer, which singers he admires, and how he managed to memorize all of the archaic words in “Modern Major General”. For more information and tickets…
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Paulo Szot Spends his Summer in St. Louis
Tony winner Paulo Szot appears as Signor Naccarelli in The Light in the Piazza at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis through June 28, then returns to his award-winning role as Emile LeBecque in South Pacific at The Muny July 6-12. Finally, he performs his cabaret show at Blue Strawberry July 14 and 15. Paulo shares…
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The St. Louis Pen Show Returns June 25
The St. Louis Pen Show will return to Westport Plaza on June 25, continuing through June 28, 2026. Hear about all the show has to offer, with pens, classes, and more. Learn more at stlpenshow.com Classic 107.3 · STL Pen Show 2026