Monthly Archives: November, 2025

S10 Ep13: Patchwork Quilt, Part XLX

Published - November 29, 2025

  “Music is the shorthand of emotion.” – Leo Tolstoy Let’s put together another Patchwork Quilt episode! “Patchwork Quilt, Part XLX” Iris Elezi: Improvisation on Albanian Folk Songs Iris Elezi, piano “A Scarlet String of Fire” Ieosous Records 99878 Hilda Jerea:  Roumanian Dances (on folk motives collected by Bartók) Kobayashi/Gray Duo “Listen! Hear Her Voice” Albany 1999 Shuying Li:  Out Came the Sun Boston Modern Orchestra Project; Gil Rose, conductor “The Last Hive Mind” BMOP 1106 Ketty Nez: through the light Gabriela Diaz & Lilit Hartunian, violin Samuel Kelder, viola; David Russell, cello “through the light” Albany 1991 Traditional Breton: 

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Funky Foodies Episode 409: The Funkies’ Garden Gets Washed Out

Published - November 24, 2025

After a storm destroys the community garden, the Funkies want to give up, but some unexpected visitors show up and surprise them by offering encouragement and pitching in. Funky Foodies is a podcast for kids, and it’s produced right here in Central New York. Tween foodies Frankie, Fern, and Zara share a passion for food and its impacts on the environment. Adventures follow after they form an alliance called Funky Foodies, Inc., pledging to, “Save the Planet, One Veggie Burger at a Time.” Kid-friendly recipes reflecting the theme of each episode are included.

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S10 Ep12: It’s a Percussion Thing

Published - November 22, 2025

“Percussion is physical, as most instruments are.  The body must function well in order to play the instruments well.”  – Evelyn Glennie   There are certain characteristics that identify an instrument as a piano – a keyboard, pedals, etc.  Or a flute.  But what is “percussion?”  This episode shares works and performances from women specializing on the marimba.   “It’s a Percussion Thing” J.S. Bach:  Prelude & Fugue No. 1 from “The Well Tempered Clavier, Book I” Beverley Johnston, marimba “Marimbach” CBC 1033 John Thrower:  Aurora borealis Katarzyna Myćka, marimba Franz Bach, Thomas Keltch, Michael Schuller – percussion “Marimba Dance” Audite

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Nov. 21, 2025: Neave Trio at CMSU

Published - November 21, 2025

    The Grammy-nominated Neave Trio returns to the stage for the next Chamber Music Society of Utica concert.  Host Diane Jones spoke to cellist Mikhail Veselov and pianist Eri Nakamura about the concert, their programming, and the world premiere performance of their commissioned work by Jennifer Higdon. Visit the Chamber Music Society of Utica website here. Learn more about the Neave Trio here.

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Nov. 20, 2025: SO – Meet Stephen Mulligan

Published - November 20, 2025

    Stephen Mulligan returns for his second concert with the Syracuse Orchestra, as the search for the next music director continues.  Stephen spoke with host Diane Jones about his background, of getting to know the Syracuse Orchestra, and the valuable lessons he learned as Assistant and Associate Conductor of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Find out more about the Syracuse Orchestra season here. And about Stephen Mulligan here.

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Nov. 19, 2025: Ebb and Flow with CCO Ithaca

Published - November 19, 2025

  It’s a special concert this weekend from the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra, as they welcome Grammy-award winning violinist Johnny Gandelsman for Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto.  We spoke to CCO Executive Director Sarah Chandler and Music Director Guillaume Pirard about the concert, and the pre-concert chat, MasterClass*, and how the orchestra is ensuring everyone has the opportunity to experience this live performance. (*please note:  The MasterClass will be given by Maestro Guillaume Pirard)   More about the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra is available at their website.

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Nov. 17, 2025: Diocesan Festival Chorus sings Beethoven

Published - November 17, 2025

    The Diocesan Festival Chorus and Orchestra is preparing for a performance of Beethoven’s Mass in C Major this weekend.  Director Peter Ciarelli and chorus member Kevin Moore stopped into the studios to chat about the concert, the shared experience of creating such a remarkable event, and the community that will benefit through Music for the Mission.   More about this concert can be found at the Music for the Mission website.  

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Syracuse (On)Stage, Episode 35 – From Screen to Stage, Movies That Are Also Plays

Published - November 17, 2025

In anticipation of Syracuse Stage’s upcoming production of “A Christmas Story,” Michelle DiBernardo, the Executive Director of the Syracuse International Film Festival, speaks with Joann Yarrow about how film intersects, inspires and creates new versions of the same story for audiences on stage.  

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Funky Foodies Episode 408: The Funkies Plot Out Planting Plans

Published - November 15, 2025

Figuring out what plants need in order to grow is top of the Funky’s to-do list. Thanks to Zacky Z, they’re on the right track to an abundant community garden. Funky Foodies is a podcast for kids, and it’s produced right here in Central New York. Tween foodies Frankie, Fern, and Zara share a passion for food and its impacts on the environment. Adventures follow after they form an alliance called Funky Foodies, Inc., pledging to, “Save the Planet, One Veggie Burger at a Time.” Kid-friendly recipes reflecting the theme of each episode are included.

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S10 Ep11: It’s a String Thing

Published - November 15, 2025

“Even though I am the only live performer in each piece, it never feels like a solo.  I actually feel that I am in a way performing with the composer.'”  – Yvonne Lam, violin Over the centuries, the acceptance and propriety of women playing stringed instruments has varied widely.  In Victorian England, women who insisted on playing cello did so sitting side-saddle, so as not to place the instrument between their legs.  We’ve come a long way since then.  On this episode, performances from some of today’s best string players.   “It’s a String Thing” Leonard Bernstein:  Make Our Garden Grow, from

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Our New Neighbors, Episode 30 – Haoyang Zhou

Published - November 14, 2025

On this edition of Our New Neighbors, host Maryna Bagovska is joined by Haoyang Zhou. Born in Beijing, China, Haoyang Zhou moved to the United States at the age of 14 to study abroad in Asheville, North Carolina. He is now a PhD student attending Syracuse University’s Physics department where he works with granular locomotion.

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Nov. 13, 2025: Jeffrey Siegel, Keyboard Conversations

Published - November 13, 2025

    Jeffrey Siegel brings another Keyboard Conversations concert to the Munson this weekend.  He spoke to host Diane Jones about the “Poetic Tone Pictures” he’ll be presenting, as well as the joys of bringing music to audiences of new classical listeners as well as long-time classical fans. Check out the Keyboard Conversations website here. And the Munson website here.

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Nov. 12, 2025: Herb Geller Memorial Scholarship

Published - November 12, 2025

    The Herb Geller Memorial Scholarship Concert series continues this weekend.  We had a chance to talk to conductor John Flaver and scholarship administrator Jeff Geller about this weekend’s performance, the scholarship fund, and the importance of music education. More about the work of the Herb Geller Memorial Scholarship is available here.

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WCNY’s TravelAuc Getaways Returns November 18!

Published - November 12, 2025

Kick Off the Holiday Shopping Season with WCNY’s TravelAuc Getaways! Tune in Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 23 at 8 p.m. for the TravelAuc Getaways Show! Discover the perfect getaway or gift one to someone special this holiday season. Tune in for a sneak peek of these exciting getaways, each starting at 55% off their value! Don’t miss your chance to score incredible travel deals. The online auction opens Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 9 p.m. and closes on Sunday, Nov. 23 at 9 p.m. Browse all the amazing getaways at wcny.org/travelauction. Share the fun with friends and family—near or far! They can stream

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Nov. 10, 2025: Oswego Festival Chorus

Published - November 10, 2025

  The Oswego Festival Chorus is preparing for their winter concert, “Not One Sparrow Is Forgotten.”  Director Dr. Benjamin May spoke to host Diane Jones about the concert, choosing the works to accompany the Faure Requiem, and even told us a bit about shape note hymns.     More about the Oswego Festival Chorus is available here.

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