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Stéphane Denève Discusses Britten’s War Requiem
Stéphane Denève, Music Director for the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, discusses Benjamin Britten’s “War Requiem: A Call for Peace” and why he personally finds this monumental work so powerfully moving. Learn more about this rare opportunity to hear a live performance of the War Requiem this weekend with the SLSO, the St. Louis Symphony Chorus,…
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A Conversation with Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider
Violinist and conductor Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider discusses his relationship with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and SLSO Music Director Stéphane Denève, as well as his relationship with the Tchaikovsky violin concerto and the art of making music. This interview will give listeners deep insights into an incredible musician! For more information and tickets for this weekend’s…
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Stéphane Denève discusses Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff: Passion and Drama
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Music Director Stéphane Denève discusses this weekend’s performances of Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto and Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2, as well as his friendship with violinist Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider. Hear why Stéphane thinks these works are meant to be played on the same program, as well as his thoughts on the nature…
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Tabita Berglund Makes Her SLSO Debut
Conductor Tabita Berglund makes her debut with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra on October 24 and 25, leading Augustin Hadelich and the SLSO in performances of music by Sergei Prokofiev, Jean Sibelius, and Harald Sæverud. Find out why certain pieces on the program of “From Dark to Light” are some of Tabita’s favorites, and learn…
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St. Louis Civic Orchestra to Feature Otto Sauter
Dr. Barry Ford, Artistic Director of the St Louis Civic Orchestra, trumpeter Otto Sauter, and Iskander Akhmadullin, Professor of Trumpet at the University of Missouri, discuss the ensemble’s season-opening concert. “Dvorak, Respighi, and Theodorakis” will be performed on October 25, 2025 at the Touhill Performing Arts Center Lee Theater. Learn more at stlco.org. Classic 107.3…
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Cathedral Concerts to Present Vienna Boys Choir
Scott Kennebeck, St. Louis Cathedral Concerts Executive Artistic Director, talks with Kathy Lawton Brown about upcoming concerts for the 2025-2026 season. The Vienna Boys’ Choir will perform at The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis on October 20, 2025. This delightful program will include Austrian folk songs, classical masterpieces, and sacred hymns. Learn more at cathedralconcerts.org. …
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Life of Pi Brings Magic and Spontaneity to the Fabulous Fox
Chuck Lavazzi speaks with actor Savidu Geeveratne about Life of Pi, the stage phenomenon that has captivated audiences worldwide, on stage at The Fabulous Fox through October 19. Find out more at www.fabulousfox.com/events/detail/life-of-pi Classic 107.3 · Life of Pi Brings Magic and Spontaneity to the Fabulous Fox
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Bach Society of Saint Louis Honors Sandra Geary with Mozart’s Requiem
Dr. Dennis Sparger and Melissa Payton drop by to talk with Kathy Lawton Brown about the Bach Society of Saint Louis concert on October 12, “Mozart’s Requiem”, which will be presented in loving memory of pianist Sandra Geary. They’ll also preview the December 23 Christmas Candlelight Concert at Powell Hall. Learn more at bachsociety.org. Classic…
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Travel Through the Americas with Chamber Project Saint Louis
Dana Hotle, one of the founders of Chamber Project Saint Louis, talks with Chuck Lavazzi about the history of the ensemble as well as the October 10 performance “The Americas: a tapestry of sound”. Learn more at www.chamberprojectstl.org/season-18-20252026 Classic 107.3 · Travel Through the Americas with Chamber Project Saint Louis
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On the Art with SLAM – Betalo Rubino, Dramatic Dancer with Amy Torbert
Hear from Amy Torbert, Curator of American Art, about “Betalo Rubino, Dramatic Dancer” by Robert Henri. Learn about Betalo’s fascinating history and the longtime relationship between artist and subject. This object is currently on view in Gallery 334. Learn more at: https://www.slam.org/collection/objects/21284/ Classic 107.3 · On the Art with SLAM – Betalo Rubino, Dramatic Dancer…