Monthly Archives: June, 2022

WCNY Receives Four Nominations at the 65th Annual New York Emmy Awards

Published - June 30, 2022

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned public broadcaster, received four New York Emmy Nominations at the 65th Annual New York Emmy Awards. The first nomination was in the category of topical programming for WCNY’s “SPD: Reckoning & Reform” series, which premiered Oct. 4, 2021. The second nomination was awarded to WCNY Producer, Chad Patterson, in the editing category for WCNY’s “SPD: Reckoning & Reform” series, sponsored by The Gifford Foundation and Pulitzer Center. The series follows Former Syracuse Chief of Police Kenton Buckner as he adapts to his new role as Chief of Police and looks at a city in need

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S06 Ep43: Around the World: South

Published - June 25, 2022

“The true beauty of music is that it connects people.  It carries a message, and we, the musicians, are the messengers.” – Roy Ayers   We are continuing our trek around the world with works and performances from women in the Southern Hemisphere.   “Looking South” Gaetano Donizetti:  S’avanza Enrico! (from Lucia di Lammermoor) Pretty Yende, soprano Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano “Giuseppe Verdi”; Giacomo Sagripanti, conductor “Dreams” Sony Classical 88985430152 Alice Terzian:  Tres Piezas Siberian State Symphony Orchestra; Vladimir Lande, conductor “Off The Edge” Navona 6088 Astor Piazzolla: Tres Movimentos Sinfonicos, Buenos Aires Janjo Mosalini, bandonéon Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra; Gisele Ben-Dor “The Soul

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Central Current Radio – Tony Malavenda

Published - June 22, 2022

CentralCurrent.org is Central New York’s new non-profit newsroom. In this inaugural edition of Central Current Radio, Rick Wright introduces us to co-founder and Board President Tony Malavenda, and Editor-in-Chief Julie McMahon, who discuss how the idea to create Central Current came about.

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S06 Ep42: Around the World: North

Published - June 18, 2022

“Music is the universal language of mankind.” – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow   This week, we’re setting off together on a trip around the world.  We’ll be heading to all points on the compass to hear music by women all over the globe.  We’ll start by heading North, with music composed and performed by women from Canada. “Looking North”   Erik Satie:  Choses vue a droite et a gauche Chantal Juillet, violin; Pascal Rogé, piano “Satie: The 4 Handed Piano” London/Decca 455401 J.S. Bach:  Aria, from Cantata No. 32: Liebster, Jesu, mein Verlangen Lois Marshall, soprano Bach Aria Group; Brian Priestman, conductor Boston Recordings

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S06 Ep41: Around the World: West

Published - June 11, 2022

“Challenges are what you feed off as a composer.”  – Charlotte Bray   This week we continue our trip around the world with a look to the West.  These are works firmly rooted in the western classical tradition, but the women creating them are making them their own.   Around the World: West   Lera Auerbach:  Amen, from 72 Angels Netherland Chamber Choir; Peter Dijkstra, conductor Raschèr String Quartet “Lera Auerbach: 72 Angels” Alpha 593 Charlotte Bray:  Zustände Mariani Klavierquartett “Charlotte Bray: Chamber & Solo Works” Alliance 6371 Dani Howard:  Symmetry Mainly Two “Live at Listenpony: Mainly Two” Listenpony 001

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June 10, 2022: Victor Vallo, Syracuse Chamber Orchestra

Published - June 10, 2022

    The Syracuse Chamber Orchestra is wrapping up it’s inaugural season with a “Mostly Mozart” concert.  Founder and music director Victor Vallo came into the studios to talk about this concert, and the talented musicians that play in the ensemble. Information about the Syracuse Chamber Orchestra can be found here.

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June 8, 2022: Fred Grandy & Richard Barth – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels!

Published - June 8, 2022

    It was an absolute blast to talk to Fred Grandy and Richard Barth today.  They are the stars of “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” coming up over the next two weekends at The Redhouse.  We talked about the show, and their journeys into the arts.  They even gave some advice for aspiring young artists. Find out more about the Redhouse here.

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S06 Ep40: Around the World: East

Published - June 4, 2022

“I am not the same, having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world.” – Mary Anne Radmacher   Let’s step out and start a trip around the world.  Over the next several weeks, we’ll reach to all points on the compass, starting with today’s program of music composed by women with roots in Asia.   Around the World: East   Anoushka Shankar (with Manu Delago):  Say Your Prayers Anoushka Shankar, sitar; Manu Delago, drum; Larra Grenadier, bass guitar “Land of Gold” Deutsche Grammophon 4795459 Fang Man:  Soundscapes of the Four Seasons Rosewind Duo “Devils Garden/Angels Landing” Equilibrium

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June 2, 2022: CMM Young Artists Live

Published - June 2, 2022

      What an amazing afternoon!  We had six outstanding young musicians in the studio to give us a preview of this weekend’s CMM concert.  This is the annual showcase of Central New York talent presented by Civic Morning Musicals, and it is a marvelous event. Information about Civic Morning Musicals is available here.

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June 1, 2022: Michael Wayne & Seth Grosshandler, CCO Ithaca

Published - June 1, 2022

    The Cayuga Chamber Orchestra is preparing for it’s final concert of the season – opening with a newly commissioned work!  We spoke to composer Seth Grosshandler, as well as guest artist clarinetist Michael Wayne, about the concert and the incredible music and talent of the orchestra.   More about the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra is available here.

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