Monthly Archives: September, 2022

September 30, 2022: Linda Chesis, CSMF Finale

Published - September 30, 2022

The Cooperstown Summer Music Festival season finale is coming up this weekend!  Festival founder and artistic director Linda Chesis spoke to mid-day host Diane Jones about the festival and bringing these artists to the area.  Not to mention – the festival celebrates its 25th season next year!  Linda has invited listeners to let her know what they’d like to hear in the coming anniversary season – perhaps a returning artist, or a program theme that you’d love to hear.   Find out about the Cooperstown Summer Music Festival here. And send your ideas for next year’s festival to info@CooperstownMusicFest.org.

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September 29, 2022: Travis Newton, Syracuse Friends of Chamber Music

Published - September 29, 2022

The Juilliard String Quartet is opening the new season for the Syracuse Friends of Chamber Music – their 25th appearance with that organization!  Program director Travis Newton stopped into the studios to chat with us about the upcoming season and the return to in-person concerts.  He also gave us some insight into what it takes to plan a season of chamber music!   More about the Syracuse Friends of Chamber Music is available here.

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September 28, 2022: Caroline Sheridan, Syracuse City Ballet

Published - September 28, 2022

The new season with Syracuse City Ballet kicks off this weekend with their production of Stravinsky’s “The Firebird.”  Artistic Director Caroline Sheridan stopped into the studios to talk about the production, and other exciting things in store for the ballet.  She also shared her journey as she pursued her lifelong goal of choreographing and artistic direction.     Information about the Syracuse City Ballet can be found here.

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Our New Neighbors – Episode 3

Published - September 28, 2022

In this third episode of Our New Neighbors, host Ibrahim Mohamed talks with Espoir Kibingra, who emigrated to the United States with his family in 2019 after spending years as a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Among other things, Espoir discusses his decision to join the United States Air Force. Community FM is committed to bringing you the diverse voices that make Central New York such a special place to live.

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WCNY, in partnership with Contact Community Services, presents Let’s Talk About It: Hope, Help & Healing

Published - September 26, 2022

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned public broadcaster, in partnership with Contact Community Services, is proud to present “Let’s Talk About It: Hope, Help & Healing” on Thursday, Sept. 29, 9–11 a.m. at WCNY-TV Studios and on Zoom. Join us as we recognize National Suicide Prevention Month and explore mental health and suicide awareness in Central New York. NewsChannel 9’s Tim Fox will moderate a panel discussion and Q&A with local mental health experts, where community members can learn how we work together to better assist those needing support and resources. 9 a.m.: Networking & Continental Breakfast 10 a.m.: Discussion 11

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S07 Ep04: Winds of Change

Published - September 24, 2022

“One of those lovelorn sonatas for wind instruments was riding past on a solemn white horse.  Everybody wondered who the new arrival was.”  – John Ashbery   This week we take a listen to women playing woodwinds!  Sounds of the flute, oboe, bassoon and clarinet all fill the air in this episode.   Winds of Change Eugene Bozza:  Image Olga Reiser, flute “Flute Tales” Solo Musica 375 Lowell Lieberman:  Sonata for Flute and Harp Odile Renault, flute; Elodie Reibaud, harp “Musikalische Perlen” Ars Produktion Robert K. Mueller:  Commemoration: In Honor of Fallen Heroes Theresa Delaplain, oboe; Tomoko Kashiwagi, piano “Souvenirs”

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September 22, 2022: Ken Meyer, guitar

Published - September 22, 2022

The Skaneateles Library Guitar Series opens the new season this weekend with a performance from guitarist Ken Meyer.  Ken stopped into the Classic FM studio to talk about this weekend’s concert, his background in rock, and give us some insights into composing for guitar.  And he treated us to a bit of music along the way.     More about the Skaneateles Library concert series is available here.

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Central Current Radio – An Update on CentralCurrent.org

Published - September 22, 2022

In this episode of Central Current Radio, Host Rick Wright, Editor-in-Chief Julie McMahon, and Central Current co-founder Tony Malavenda provide updates on the development of Central New York’s first non-profit news organization. For the latest coverage from the Central Current team click here.  

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WCNY presents Honor Flight Syracuse “10th Anniversary” Sept. 23 and “Homecoming Live: Mission 17” Sept. 24

Published - September 21, 2022

WCNY, Central New York’s flagship public broadcaster, and the William G. Pomeroy Foundation presents Honor Flight Syracuse: “10th Anniversary” at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 23 and “Homecoming Live: Mission 17” at approximately 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23 on WCNY-TV. This Veterans Day, get inspired by the story of an organization that dedicates an incredible bevy of resources to honoring Veterans from across the Central New York region. They embark on a journey each year that starts far before the Honor Flight takes place and touches the hearts and minds of Veterans and families alike, as they leave no

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S07 Ep03: Autumn in the Air

Published - September 17, 2022

“Fall, leaves, fall; die, flowers, away; Lengthen night and shorten day” – Emily Brontë   There’s a chill in the air, the leaves are starting to crunch underfoot, and composers are writing works to mark the change of seasons.  It’s Autumn in the Air, this week on Feminine Fusion.   Autumn in the Air   Sofia Hultquist:  Last Weekend of Summer, and Our Tree, from “Summering” Studio orchestra “Summering: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack” Madison Gate Records 56797 Jennifer Higdon:  Autumn Music Musical Arts Woodwind Quintet “American Breeze” Albany 1369 Margaret Brandman:  Autumn Rhapsody Margaret Brandman, piano “Sensations:  Wind, Waves, Birds &

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WCNY Celebrates 20 Years of “Ivory Tower” with a Live One-Hour Special

Published - September 15, 2022

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned public broadcaster, will celebrate the 20th anniversary of “Ivory Tower,” WCNY’s weekly public affairs TV program. Join us for a live one-hour special featuring past and present hosts and panelists on Friday, Sept. 16 from 8-9 p.m. on WCNY-TV. For 20 years, “Ivory Tower” has been must-watch TV for Central New Yorkers on Friday nights. The round-table discussion that focuses on news and events from the perspective of academicians from across CNY, has been the backbone of local programming on WCNY-TV. Hosted through the years by David Rubin, David Chanatry, and Barbara Fought, we are

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September 15, 2022: Gounod’s St. Cecilia’s Mass

Published - September 15, 2022

Coming in November – a concert presentation of Charles Gounod’s “St. Cecilia’s Mass” with soloists Dominick Corbaccio, Julia Ebner, and David Rudari.  Megan Fallon and Dominick Corbaccio stopped into the Classic FM studios to talk about the concert, and how to become part of the performance.  They are hoping to have 100 choir members – so listen now to learn more!  (And keep in mind – rehearsals start on Sunday, 9/25!)     You can e-mail Megan Fallon for more information on rehearsals and this performance here: mfallon@StanleyLawOffices.com.

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