Nicholas McGegan Returns
Nicholas McGegan, conductor and baroque and classical specialist, and Chamber Music Society of St. Louis (CMSSTL) Executive and Artistic Director Marc Gordon join Kathy Lawton Brown in conversation. Learn about “Nicholas McGegan Returns”, coming to the CMSSTL stage on February 10 with an unforgettable evening of music! Bring a friend, bring your family with this…
No Borders – SLSO Live at the Sheldon
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra musicians Tzuying Huang, clarinetist, and Xiaoxiao Qiang, violinist, curators of the SLSO Live at the Sheldon concert “No Borders”, talk about the program for the January 30th performance. Hear music of Sergei Prokofiev, Paul Schoenfield, Amy Beach, and others during this evening of chamber music that showcases the way composers borrow…
Stéphane Denève on the Timeless Rhythms of Ravel
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…
Winter Opera St. Louis to Premiere Anna Bolena
Kate Slovinski is making her directorial debut with Winter Opera St. Louis this week. Hear her conversation about directing Anna Bolena with Kathy Lawton Brown. See the St. Louis premiere of “Anna Bolena” by Gaetano Donizetti at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center.Runtime 2 hours 45 minutes including intermission.January 17th at 7:30pm & January 19th at…
Percussion Pieces on the Programs for CMS Concerts
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…
Symphony Meetup for St. Louis Concerts
Tony Evans of the Symphony Meetup of St. Louis shared with Kathy Lawton Brown about how listeners can join in the fun! Join to attend concerts with a variety of orchestras, chamber music groups, vocal ensembles, university music programs, opera and more. (Did you know that in addition to our world class St. Louis Symphony…
Hearing History of Note from the Missouri Historical Society
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…
On the Art with SLAM: Shaman Figure
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…
HANDEL’S MESSIAH
Saturday, December 14 from 8pm – 10:26pm It’s much more than just the Hallelujah Chorus as Handel’s 1742 masterpiece has become the most famous musical celebration of Christmas in the English-speaking world. Our traditional holiday broadcast this year features Kathleen Battle, Florence Quivar, John Aler and Samuel Ramey along with the Mendelssohn Club of Toronto and…
Leonard Slatkin and CMSSL Create a Successful D. Bach L
Renowned conductor Leonard Slatkin discusses “D. Bach L”, the November 25 Chamber Music Society of St. Louis concert featuring the music of Peter Schickele, a.k.a. PDQ Bach. Maestro Slatkin, who knew Peter for many years, talks about the classically trained composer’s incredible talent and shares selections that will be on Monday’s program. For more information…