Published - April 30, 2026
The Speranza Chorale is ready to “Sing for Joy!” this weekend – and host Diane Jones had a chance to chat with music director Philip Major the concert, the singers, and how he created the performing editions for some of the music being presented. Information about Speranza Chorale is available here.
Published - April 30, 2026
Noxious chemicals have been deployed for crowd control by law-enforcement for many years. What is known about the immediate and long-term health effects of exposure to these agents? Learn how AI can be used to read between the lines of the genetic code. And a new technique may promote problem-solving while we dream.
Published - April 25, 2026
Check It Out is back and turning the tables on this week’s guest. Tom and Yona (subbing in for Maggie) get a chance to ask questions to the weekend anchor at CNY Central, Nicole LaFiandra. We get a look at her library past, what brought her to Syracuse and some of her favorite stories that she has covered during her time hosting the More Than Just Books segment. It’s a lot of fun asking questions to the person who is always asking others about the important issues of the day. All this on this week’s edition of Check It Out.
Published - April 25, 2026
“The stories of these women inspired me to create; they showed me the importance of leaving your mark for future generations to discover.” – Esther Abrami Time for another Patchwork Quilt episode. This week, we have the opportunity to preview some as-yet-unreleased music as well. Patchwork Quilt, Part XLXIII Ney Rosauro: Reunion Dance Duo AYA “Cycles” Neuma 218 Johan Helmich Roman: Assagio in G minor Alison Luthmers, Baroque violin “Assaggi for Solo Violin” Rubicon 1140 Astor Piazzolla: Regreso al amor Ophélie, Gaillard, cello “Cello Tango” Aparté 368 Olivia Belli: Limina Luminis Anna Lapwood, organ “Firedove” Sony Classical Véronique
Published - April 23, 2026
The community garden grows and so does an unexpected friendship between the Ditzy Daisies and the Funkies. Everyone learns that working together to plant good will, always grows something special. 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.
Published - April 23, 2026
The Polonsky-Shifrin-Wiley Trio is coming to Utica for the next concert with the Chamber Music Society of Utica this weekend. Mid-day host Diane Jones had the chance to catch up with cellist Peter Wiley to talk about the concert, the joys of chamber music, and just what it takes to teach in two different states! Information about the Chamber Music Society of Utica is available here. And about the Polonsky-Shifrin-Wiley Trio here.
Published - April 22, 2026
There are two season finales coming up, for the Syracuse Chamber Orchestra and the Auburn Chamber Orchestra. Victor Vallo joined host Diane Jones in the studios to talk about these two concerts, how they came together – and a change for the 40th season of the ACO! More about the Syracuse Chamber Orchestra is available here. And the Auburn Chamber Orchestra here.
Published - April 20, 2026
Every year the Society for New Music and the NY Federation of Music Clubs name two emerging New York composers as their Israel Pellman prize winners. This weekend, winners Ignacio Rosado and Edward Lu present their music in concert. Host Diane Jones had a chance to catch up with both of these talented composers to talk about their music and influences. Information about the concert is available at the Society for New Music website.
Published - April 18, 2026
“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
Published - April 16, 2026
Let’s meet our final Music Director candidate for the Syracuse Orchestra, José-Luis Novo. Host Diane Jones spoke to José-Luis about the concert, his introduction to the world of conducting, and how he approaches familiar and unfamiliar music. More about the Syracuse Orchestra is available here.
Published - April 14, 2026
(#95, 4/14/26) In this April 2026 Episode of CNY Latino: cnylatinonewspaper.com/Podcast, we will be talking about the 2025 Utica Latino Festival; and a brief description of the “No King Movement” that happened last year in Syracuse. En este episodio correspondiente a marzo de 2026, hablaremos sobre el Festival Latino de Utica de 2025; y, a continuación, una breve descripción del «No King Movement» que tuvo lugar el año pasado en Syracuse.
Published - April 11, 2026
On this week’s Check It Out, we have Tom and Maggie making things. Really? No, not really. But they are talking to Pauline Shostack, who is a producer for the popular and growing Maker Space Syracuse, coming to the area on Saturday, May 2nd. We learn about all the fun things like cosplay events and get to learn about the smart people who will be showing off their creations from all over Central New York. All the details on this week’s edition of Check It Out.
Published - April 11, 2026
“Music, in performance, is a type of sculpture. The air in the performance is sculpted into something.” – Frank Zappa There is something special and intimate about the music performed by duos and trios. This week’s episode is devoted to these small ensembles. “Twos and Threes, Part 4” Nino Rota: Improvviso Lynn Kuo, violin & Marianna Humetska, piano “Love: Innocence, Passion, Obsession” Independent Karl Kohn: Cantilena II Marimolin “Marimolin: Phantasmata” GM Records 2048 Eric N. Robertson: The Rings (excerpts) Suzanne Schulman, flute & Erica Goodman, harp “Being Golden” Wolftone Media 22061 Maddalena Lombardini Sirmen: Trio in B-flat Major The
Published - April 9, 2026
On this edition of Checkup From the Neck-Up, Psychologist Rich “Dr. Neckup” O’Neill’s guest is Associate Professor Serife Tekin Ph.D. from at the Center for Bioethics and Humanities at SUNY Upstate Medical University. They discuss the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its relationship to Large Language Models (LLMs), and the conflict between the long-standing scientific process in universities in the growth of knowledge and the development of AI being funded by private companies.
Published - April 8, 2026
The Cayuga Chamber Orchestra chamber series continues with works by Gershwin, Dvorak – and Reena Esmail. Host Diane Jones spoke to Executive Director Sarah Chandler and pianist Vadim Serebryani about the concert, the importance of performers listening and communicating, and learned a bit about Esmail’s upbringing, which has helped her become a rising start today. Information about the concert and the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra is available here.
