Monthly Archives: November, 2022

November 30, 2022: Amahl & The Night Visitors – Syracuse Opera

Published - November 30, 2022

    In time for the holiday season, and a great way to experience opera for all ages, Syracuse Opera will be presenting Giancarlo Menotti’s “Amahl and The Night Visitors” on Friday evening, December 16th.  Originally composed as a children’s opera for television broadcast, this production includes a new face to the company – guest conductor Lindsay Kate Brown.  Lindsay, along with Christian Capocaccia and John Rozzoni from Syracuse Opera and Tri-Cities Opera, stopped into the studio for a fun and joy-filled conversation about the opera, as well as the expanding opportunities for artists to come to the region to

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Innovate to Educate, Episode 3 – ESports in Our Schools

Published - November 30, 2022

In this episode of Innovate to Educate, host Jody Manning speaks with Baldwinsville Central Schools’ ESports Coach Lindsay Cesari and student Logan Dodd about the district’s Gaming and ESports program. They discuss how instruction and courses are successfully integrated. Click here for more information.    

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Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 6

Published - November 30, 2022

In this edition of Science Today, Dr. Rich Kopecky introduces us to three young scientists who are having a great impact in their respective fields. Plus, a potential breakthrough in the treatment of Lupus. Every month, Dr. Kopecky brings us interesting findings from the pages of worldwide science journals.    

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Check It Out – A Library at the Airport!

Published - November 26, 2022

Grab a book before your flight — and never have to return it! Learn more about SYR’s new library on this edition of Onondaga County Public Libraries’ Check It Out.    

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S07 Ep13: Patchwork Quilt, Part XXXIV

Published - November 26, 2022

“Music is the silence between the notes.”  – Claude Debussy   The winter snows are starting to fall in the northeast, so it’s a perfect time to add another block to our Patchwork Quilt.   Patchwork Quilt, Part XXXIV   Claude Debussy:  La plus que lente Suzanne Shulman, flute; Erica Goodman, harp “Being Golden” Wolftone Media 22061 J.S. Bach:  Sonata in E Major, BWV 1035 Julie Scolnik, flute; Sophie Scolnik-Brower, piano “J.S. Bach: Complete Sonatas for Flute & Piano” Navona 6468 Heitor Villa-Lobos, arr. Seunghee Lee:  Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 (Cantilena) Seunghee Lee, clarinet Cellists of the London Symphony Orchestra “Aspire”

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‘Impact Giveback Program’ Returns to WCNY-TV with Part 2 on Nov. 28

Published - November 25, 2022

WCNY’s, Central New York’s community-owned public broadcaster, television series “Impact Giveback Program” returns with three follow-up episodes on Monday, Nov. 28 at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV. The show celebrates local businesses across Central New York that demonstrated resilience while facing the challenges of COVID-19. Last year, in partnership with Ithaca College, WCNY selected 60 businesses across the region to participate in video production, digital marketing, print advertising, and more to support business efforts to revive and thrive in a post-pandemic economy. The 60 businesses were also featured in the “Impact Giveback Program” three-part series, which aired last fall on WCNY-TV.

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From Suarez’s Basement – Steven Meizler

Published - November 24, 2022

In this episode, Prof. Francisco Suarez hosts cinematographer Steven Meizler. Co-hosting with his colleague Jacob Dudd, the three talk about Meizlers’ experiences with filming the Queen’s Gambit. He elaborates on what it’s like to work as a cinematographer, and how he formulated his work for the Queen’s Gambit. Meizler also gives viewers the inside scoop on what it’s like to work for legends in the industry like Spielberg! If you’re someone who is trying to break into the production industry, this episode is essential for you!

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CNY Latino Podcast, Episode 8

Published - November 24, 2022

(#8, 11/26/22) Welcome to another episode of the CNY Latino Podcast project. Here we have one more interesting interview related to the Agricultural and Food industries event that was in Syracuse, where several Latinos were demonstrating, explaining, and competing for more three million dollars. Also, an interview with an eccentric and uncommon artist who brought fascinating works to Syracuse. We also have an interesting explanation of Thanksgiving in the USA, Puerto Rico and Venezuela, presented by the producers of this Podcast project. Bienvenidos a otro episodio del proyecto podcast de CNY Latino. Aquí tenemos una interesante entrevista más, relacionada al

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Thanksgiving Day Specials on Classic FM!

Published - November 20, 2022

Tune in to WCNY Classic FM this Thanksgiving Day for the airing of three special sets from 2-6 p.m.! 2 p.m.: Every Good Thing – This Thanksgiving, host Andrea Blain and classical music fans from around the country take time to give thanks and celebrate one of life’s most meaningful gifts: music. Audiences will hear listeners from across the U.S. share stories about their favorite classical music pieces. 3 p.m.: Harvest Season – A special from Harmonia Early Music! Harmonia rings in the harvest season with a cornucopia of early music delights! We’ll hear merchant cries from long-ago London, witness the marriage

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S07 Ep12: Four by Four

Published - November 19, 2022

“The most perfect expression of human behavior is a string quartet.”  – Jeffrey Tate   The relationship between the musicians of a quartet is much like a marriage, with a tremendous amount of give and take, communication, and dedication necessary for a strong performance.  With so much available in the string quartet repertoire, ensembles are creating new and innovative ways to keep the quartet literature vibrant.  The women featured today come from many backgrounds, but all of them bring outstanding performances to these recordings.   Four by Four Felix Mendelssohn:  Scherzo, from String Quartet, Op. 44, No. 2 Cecilia String

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November 18, 2022: Richard Elliott, Syracuse AGO

Published - November 18, 2022

    The Syracuse Chapter of the American Guild of Organists is presenting a concert by Dr. Richard Elliott, Principal Organist for the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square.  Richard and Ben Merchant from Kerner & Merchant came to the Classic FM studios to talk about the concert, as well as the wonderful organs Richard has been able to play.  And we heard about his connection to PBS and the Sesame Street Muppets! More about this and future organ concerts is available at the Syracuse AGO website, here.

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Thursday Morning Roundtable, Professor Gary Engelhardt of Syracuse University Maxwell School, 11/17/22

Published - November 18, 2022

Thursday Morning Roundtable on November 17 welcomed Professor Gary Engelhardt of Syracuse University Maxwell School. He addresses the issues of inflation and possible recession or changes in the economic environment. TMR is a weekly public service program, sponsored by Syracuse University’s Office of Community Engagement, which features experts speaking on local, state, and national issues of concern to the community. For a complete listing of TMR sessions, see the Thursday Morning Roundtable page at wcny.org.  

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CNY Heroes, Premiere Episode – Veterans Legal Clinic at Syracuse University

Published - November 17, 2022

CNY Heroes is a new program that takes an in depth look at issues impacting our veterans, including the thousands of vets who call Central New York home. In this premiere episode, host Dan Cummings talks with Beth Kubala, a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel, who is now Executive Director of the Veterans Legal Clinic at the Syracuse University College of Law. They discuss services available to vets through that program. If you or someone you know is a veteran who needs legal assistance, contact “Syracuse Serves” at the SU Institute for Veterans and Military Families.

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November 17, 2022: Allan Kolsky, Symphoria Casual Concert

Published - November 17, 2022

    Allan Kolsky, Principal Clarinet with Symphoria, is the soloist this weekend for the opening concert of the Casual series.  Allan stopped into the Classic FM studios to chat about the Copland Clarinet Concerto, as well as the other great performances coming up with Symphoria this season.  And we even learned a bit about his “Faux Faulkner” prize. Find out more about this concert and the rest of the season at the Symphoria website, here.

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