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Art Blooms Again at SLAM
Amanda Thompson Rundahl, the Director of Learning and Engagment at the Saint Louis Art Musuem, talks about the return of Art in Bloom at SLAM March 3-5. Hear all the details about how this favorite event comes together, the special activities held in conjunction with Art in Bloom, and how guests can make the most of…
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Orli Shaham Catching Sparks in St. Louis
Pianist Orli Shaham returns to St. Louis for a special concert event on February 19 at 7pm with flutist Mark Sparks! Orli spoke with Classic 107.3’s Julie Schuster about the program for this weekend’s concert, which has been in the making for many years; her approach to master classes; and her excitement to be back…
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Coming Together to Hear Our Song Our Story
Composer, conductor, and musician Damien Sneed spoke with Classic 107.3’s Julie Schuster about this weekend’s concert event at The Sheldon, “Our Song, Our Story”, featuring baritone Justin Austin and soprano Jacqueline Echols. The concert was inspired in part by Damien’s godmother, Jessye Norman, and celebrates her legacy as well as that of singer Marian Anderson. Damien tells…
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A 15 – Year (Chamber) Project
Dana Hotle, one of the founders and the current Executive Director of Chamber Project St. Louis, spoke with Kathy Lawton Brown about the ensemble’s 15th anniversary celebration, coming up at 7pm on February 5th at The Schlafly Tap Room. Attendees will hear music of Valerie Coleman, Samuel Coleridge Taylor, Rebecca Clarke, and other favorite composers! For…
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Concerto for Orchestra Premieres with the SLSO
Counting down the hours until the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra premiere of “Concerto for Orchestra” by Pullitzer Prize-winning composer (and St. Louis native) Kevin Puts? So are we! Classic 107.3’s Julie Schuster had the opportunity to talk with Kevin ahead of this week’s performances. The pair chat about the intention of the new work, how audiences…
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Ringing in 2023 with Stephanie and the SLSO
Stephanie Childress, the Assistant Conductor of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, spoke with Classic 107.3’s Julie Schuster about what audiences can expect from the beloved New Year’s Eve concerts that take place this Saturday at 2pm and 7pm in Powell Hall. (Great guest stars, for certain… Micaela Bennett and Jeff Kready!) Plus, hear Stephanie’s New Year’s resolution and…
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Sister Cities Something to Sing About
Host Kathy Lawton Brown speaks with mezzo-soprano Benedetta Orsi and Michael Cross, President of the St Louis – Bologna Sister Cities, about the 4th Annual Christmas Concert, featuring Benedetta and friends performing repertoire of Italian and American holiday classics. The concert, which takes place December 10th at 7:30pm, will also commemorate the 35th Anniversary of the founding of the…
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SLCG Presents Grisha Goryachev at the Sheldon
A native of St. Petersburg, Russia, Grisha Goryachev is renowned for his extraordinary musical sensitivity and technical virtuosity in both classical and flamenco styles. St. Louis Classical Guitar is presenting Grisha in concert at The Sheldon on Wednesday, November 9, and host Gavriel Savit was able to speak with Grisha about that upcoming performance. For more information and tickets, click here. (embed…
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Juan Carmona brings Flamenco Flair to Blue Strawberry
Widely regarded as one of the greatest living flamenco guitarists, Juan Carmona comes to the intimate Blue Strawberry for a night of unparalleled flamenco music. Host Gavriel Savit spoke with Jim Dolan, owner of Blue Strawberry, about these two shows – at 5pm and 8pm – that will turn the intimate venue into an Andalusian…
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Music Fit for a King at Cathedral Concerts
Jonathan Howard of The King’s Singers spoke with host Kathy Lawton Brown about the group’s only U.S. concert on their current tour, which takes place November 4 at 8pm as part of the St. Louis Cathedral Concerts series. For more information and tickets, click here. Classic 107.3 · Music Fit for a King at Cathedral…