Monthly Archives: May, 2022

S06 Ep39: Patchwork Quilt, Part XXXIII

Published - May 28, 2022

“When I hear music, I see movement.”  – Beth Mehocic   Time for another Patchwork Quilt episode.  No special theme, just outstanding works from women in the classical music world. Patchwork Quilt, Part XXXII   Flutronix & Third Coast Percussion:  Play, from Rubix Flutronix (Nathalie Joachim & Allison Loggins-Hull) Third Coast Percussion “Perspectives” Cedille 210 Sofia Gubaidulina:  Chaconne Oda Voltersvik, piano “Neo” Rubicon 1059 Rebecca Clarke:  Dumka Vinciane Bèranger, viola Hélène Collerette, violin; Dana Ciocarlie, piano “Rebecca Clarke: Works for Viola” Aparte 289 Beth Mehocic: Concerto for Piano and Orchestra Charlene Farrugia, piano Croatian Chamber Orchestra; Miran Vaupotíc, conductor “Collected

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May 25, 2022: Geoffrey Herd & More, Geneva Music Festival

Published - May 25, 2022

    The Geneva Music Festival is happening right now!  Festival founder and director Geoffrey Herd, along with festival regulars Jinjoo Cho, violin, Eric Wong, viola, and Max Geissler, cello, joined in the conversation about the festival, the joy of coming together to create live music, and the friendships that carry through all that they do.     All the details about the Geneva Music Festival (going on through June 12th) can be found here.

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Chef Pati Jinich to headline WCNY’s 8th Annual Taste of Fame event Sept. 9 at Drumlins Country Club

Published - May 23, 2022

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned public broadcaster, will host its 8th annual Taste of Fame culinary fundraiser with Chef Pati Jinich, award-winning celebrity chef, author, and host of “Pati’s Mexican Table” and “La Frontera.” The event will be held at Drumlins Country Club (800 Nottingham Rd, Syracuse), Friday, Sept. 9. Guests will enjoy a three-course culinary dinner journey with recipes crafted by Pati, and stories to accompany each course. The best in Finger Lakes wine is also included. The event kicks off with cocktail hour and a silent auction at 6 p.m., with the three-course dinner following at 7 p.m.

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May 23, 2022: Chris Cresswell, 315 Ensemble

Published - May 23, 2022

    The 315 Ensemble continues it’s season with “Strains in the Signals,” a concert of new electro-acoustic works from composers based in Central New York as well as abroad.  Founder and Artistic Director Chris Cresswell stopped into the studios to talk about the concert, the history of the ensemble, and share some insight into listening – hint:  you don’t need to be an expert!     More about the 315 Ensemble is available here.

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WCNY’s 8th Annual Taste of Fame

Published - May 21, 2022

WCNY’s 8th annual Taste of Fame culinary fundraising experience returns to CNY! Join Award-Winning Celebrity Chef, Cookbook Author, and Host of, “Pati’s Mexican Table” and “La Frontera,” Chef Pati Jinich, at Drumlins Country Club! Enjoy a three-course culinary dinner journey with recipes inspired by Pati’s latest cookbook, ” Treasures of the Mexican Table,” and stories to accompany each course. The best in Finger Lakes wine, cocktail hour, and the silent auction is included. VIP ticket holders are invited to attend an exclusive meet and greet/screening event at 4 p.m., prior to the three-course dinner, taking place at Drumlins Country Club.

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S06 Ep38: Four and More

Published - May 21, 2022

“If we were all determined to play first violin we would never have an ensemble.  Therefore, respect every musician in [their] place.” – Robert Schumann   For a dedicated chamber group, their enjoyment of their music is inherent in every note.  This week, brass music, vocal music, even an electric string quartet, from all-female chamber ensembles.   Four and More Coldplay:  Atlas Atlys “Atlys” Independent Jetse Bremer:  Shall I compare the to a summer’s day? & Sigh No More, Ladies Wishful Singing “Time Travels” Wishful Singing Productions Camille Saint-Saens:  Africa, Op. 89 Salut Salon “Carnival Fantasy” Warner Music Group John Williams, Klaus

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May 20, 2022: Clinton Symphony Orchestra

Published - May 20, 2022

    The Clinton Symphony Orchestra presents “Lyrical Masterpieces” this weekend, and we were excited to chat with Maestro Octavio Mas-Arocas and guest violinist Yvonne Lam about the concert.  Not only did we chat about the music, we spoke about the importance of performances for young audiences, and the connections the musicians and audiences feel.     Information about the Clinton Symphony Orchestra of the Mohawk Valley is available here. And you can find out more about Yvonne Lam here.

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May 19, 2022: Colin MacKnight, Syracuse AGO

Published - May 19, 2022

    The Syracuse chapter of the American Guild of Organists is hosting a recital for the dedication of the newly restored E.M. Skinner Organ, Op. 579 at Westminster Presbyterian Church.  Organist Colin MacKnight and restoration expert Ben Merchant of Kerner & Merchant Pipeorgan Builders stopped into the studios to chat about the recital, the music that best fits the organ and the space, and what it takes to do a restoration like this.   Read about Colin MacKnight here. More about the Syracuse AGO is available here. And the Kerner & Merchant website can be found here.

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May 18, 2022: Chelsea Opera, The Parting

Published - May 18, 2022

    Chelsea Opera is preparing the New York premiere of “The Parting,” by Tom Cipullo.  We were treated not only to conversation, but wonderful performances from the cast.  Joining us in the studios were:  Leonarda Priore, founder of Chelsea Opera; Jestin Pieper, assistant conductor for the production, and the cast:  Peter Kendall Clark (“Miklos Radnoti”); Laura Dixon Strickling (“Fanni Garamati” – a role written specifically for her); and Sarah Hertzel (“Death”).  We talked about this moving opera, and listened to these incredible singers.   More about Chelsea Opera can be found here.  

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S06 Ep37: Twos and Threes

Published - May 14, 2022

“When you’re wandering very deep in the woods, in the middle of the piece, you feel like you know where you are and where you want to get back to” – Emily Bruskin   It’s a celebration of the strength and talents of women performing together, with performances from duos and trios.  Some of these partnerships are relatively new, while one is celebrating more than 20 years of playing together. composed despite society’s bias.   Twos and Threes Astor Piazzolla:  Tanti anni prima (Ave Maria) Trio Con Abbandono “Trio Con Abbandono” Kaleidos Musikeditionen 6318-2 Gaetano Corticelli:  Gran Trio No. 3 Clementi Trio

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May 13, 2022: Pam Murchison, Symphoria

Published - May 13, 2022

  Symphoria’s Pops series finale is coming up this weekend, with special guests The Doo Wop Project.  It promises to be an exciting program, and we had a chance to chat with Pam Murchison, Executive Director with Symphoria, about the concert, the rest of the season, and the incredible musicians here in the heart of our community.       You can see more about Symphoria here. And learn about The Doo Wop Project here.

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May 12, 2022: Jacob Ertl, CMM

Published - May 12, 2022

  Civic Morning Musicals present pianist Jacob Ertl with “The Pianist Speaks.”  It’s a program that explores “music as a vehicle for social justice, change, and the spiritual journey within.”  Jacob stopped into the studios to talk about the program, what inspired it, and how it all came together.   The Civic Morning Musicals website is available here. You can find out more about Jacob Ertl at his website.

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May 11, 2022: Elizabeth Simkin, Cayuga Chamber Orchestra

Published - May 12, 2022

  The Cayuga Chamber Orchestra presents orchestral and chamber concerts throughout their season.  Cellist Elizabeth Simkin spoke to host Bruce Paulsen about the upcoming string chamber music concert, with music by Shostakovich and Mendelssohn, and how playing in small ensembles is reflected in the orchestral performances.   You can find the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra website here.

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S06 Ep36: A Little Romance

Published - May 6, 2022

“I once believed that I possessed creative talent, but I have given up this idea; a woman must not desire to compose – there has never yet been one able to do it.” – Clara Schumann   In 1975, musicologist Edith Borroff presented a paper titled “Women Composers: Reminiscence and History,” and said, “Composition was considered unsuitable to the female sex, save for those exercises which could enhance the performing technique.”  Today we’ll hear works by women who composed despite society’s bias.   A Little Romance Teresa Carreño:  Waltz, Op. 1 Margot Dilmaghani, piano “Listen to the Ladies!” Celebration 7 Clara

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