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Voice of the Arts

WQED Multimedia

Insights and anecdotes from musicians, dancers, artists, actors and directors, as well as audience response.

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00:22:04

Yvonne Hudson - Mrs. Shakespeare

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/21

Written and performed by Yvonne Hudson, Mrs. Shakespeare returns for William Shakespeare's birthday this Thursday, April 23rd! Yvonne talks to Anna Singer about her ever-evolving solo show, which she will perform at the Shakespeare statue outside the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.Yvonne has been performing as Agnes "Anne" Hathaway for almost 40 years. She was inspired to create this labor of love out of a personal curiosity about the Shakespeare family and the historic treatment of Anne. Yvonne

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00:10:19

Pittsburgh Opera - Falstaff - Michael Chioldi

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/21

Pittsburgh Opera presents Verdi's "Falstaff" April 28th through May 3rd at the Benedum Center. It's the final production of their 2025-2026 Season, as well as Christopher Hahn's final opera as General Director. WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with Michael Chioldi about his role as Falstaff; growing up in Pittsburgh; how he ended up in opera and working with Marianne Cornetti for 30 years. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our

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00:06:41

Pittsburgh Opera - Falstaff - Marianne Cornetti

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/21

Pittsburgh Opera presents Verdi's "Falstaff" April 28th through May 3rd at the Benedum Center. It's the final production of their 2025-2026 Season, as well as Christopher Hahn's final opera as General Director. WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with Marianne Cornetti about her role as Mistress Quickly; how the role fits her voice perfectly, although it's still a difficult sing; and how Verdi is her favorite opera composer. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source

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00:09:25

Pittsburgh Opera - Falstaff - Crystal Manich

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/21

Pittsburgh Opera presents Verdi's "Falstaff" April 28th through May 3rd at the Benedum Center. It's the final production of their 2025-2026 Season, as well as Christopher Hahn's final opera as General Director. WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with Stage Director Crystal Manich about this being Verdi's final opera; enjoying the play within the play aspect of the opera; and working with a bunch of Pittsburghers!! Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and

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00:08:24

Pittsburgh Opera - Falstaff - Antony Walker

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/21

Pittsburgh Opera presents Verdi's "Falstaff" April 28th through May 3rd at the Benedum Center. It's the final production of their 2025-2026 Season, as well as Christopher Hahn's final opera as General Director. WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with Music Director Antony Walker who says it's one of his favorite opera's. He also talks about the Pittsburgh-centric cast and how's it's an opera that is always on the go. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for

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00:13:07

Heinz Chapel Choir Spring Concert - Post Concert...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/19

On Sunday April 19th, 2026, WQED-FM broadcast the 2026 Heinz Chapel Choir Spring Concert titled "The Heavenward Path." The concert served as a warm up for the choir's tour to Estonia and Latvia in May 2026. After the concert, host Anna Singer spoke with Heinz Chapel Choir Director Dr. Susan Rice about putting the program together and her thoughts on the upcoming tour. Anna also spoke with Alto Lydia Roberts, who was named the winner of the John Goldsmith Award for Choral Excellence recipient.

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00:12:28

Mayor O'Connor on the Draft, Pittsburgh Arts, and the...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/17

Ahead of the NFL Draft, WQED traveled down to city hall for a chat with Mayor Corey O'Connor. He spoke with Jim Cunningham about the draft, Pittsburgh's arts community, and his vision for the city's future.Mayor O'Connor talks about how Pittsburgh has prepared to host the draft, and the opportunities to show off the city's culture, arts, and businesses. He highlights the various projects being completed at Arts Landing, Market Square, and the Point, which will continue to be active gathering places

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00:29:33

Carnegie Carnegie Commemorates Chernobyl 40 Years Later

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/16

The Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall are hosting a day of commemoration for the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster. Library Director Walker Evans and photographer Mike Haritan speak with QED's Melissa Black about the event program and Mike's work.Walker details what the Carnegie Carnegie has planned for the day. They'll kick off with a film screening of The Babushkas of Chernobyl, a portrait of older women who chose to return to homes in the Exclusion Zone, followed by a

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00:13:15

Jan Lisiecki - New Mozart CD with Manfred Honeck and...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/15

Calgary, Canada-born pianist Jan Lisiecki has been a favorite at Heinz Hall playing with the Pittsburgh Symphony. He speaks with Jim Cunningham about his latest release on Deutsche Grammophon with two Mozart Concertos, the 9th and 22nd. It was recorded with the Bamberg Symphony and Pittsburgh Symphony Music Director Manfred Honeck. Jan also describes his recording Chopin's complete Nocturnes, which had been available to contributors during the Classical QED fundraising drive.You can learn more

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00:28:53

University of Pittsburgh Bands Host Their Inaugural...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/13

Join the University of Pittsburgh Bands for an exciting evening of music at the Spring Festival of Bands, featuring performances by the Franklin Regional High School Wind Ensemble, the Allegheny Brass Band, and the University of Pittsburgh Symphonic Band! Pitt Director of Bands Brad Townsend, Assistant Director of Bands Michael Buckstein, and Allegheny Brass Band Director Steve Baldanzi spoke with Jim Cunningham about the event.They talk about the spirit of the bands and the band movement in the US

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00:20:06

Sydney Kaczorowski - Faure's Requiem

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/10

Church of the Redeemer in Squirrel Hill joins with Opus:Impact in the Sanctuary at 8pm on Saturday April 18th to present the Faure "Requiem" and music for solo harp played by recent Pittsburgh Concert Society Competition winner Lace Hilboky. The program also includes the Schubert "Notturno." Soprano Sydney Kaczorowski will sing the Pie Jesu and join baritone Adriel Baralt Jimenez with Fabio Gentili conducting a chamber choir and soloists in the Requiem. Audience members can light a candle to

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00:21:18

Scott Yoo on the Premiere of Now Hear This Season Seven

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/10

Now Hear This, a Great Performances miniseries, returns for its seventh season tonight! Scott Yoo, creator and host, spoke with Jim Cunningham about the highlights.Season seven explores the lives and works of Johannes Brahms and Scott Joplin, two celebrated composers whose careers did not go as planned; alongside the music scene of two major musical epicenters: Istanbul and Iceland. Tonight's show features Brahms: a visit to his country house in Baden-Baden, listening to the Brahms Piano Trio No

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00:24:04

Bands and Bids - Lance Jones

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/09

The Bands and Bids fundraising campaign benefits the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank through both an online auction and a live music event. Lance Jones, the events organizer, stopped by WQED-FM to talk to Jim Cunningham about the event, which features performances from the Polkamaniacs, the Jig-Offs and Ben Forbeck. The event takes place on Thursday April 16th at the Penn Hebron Garden Club in Penn Hills from 6:30pm to 10pm. Now until 10pm on April 16th, you can also bid for auction

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00:25:29

Three Rivers Community Band Festival Celebrates 20...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/09

The Three Rivers Community Band Festival returns for their 20th year! East Winds Symphonic Band Conductor Susan Sands and co-founder of the festival and EWSB Roger Schneider spoke to Jim Cunningham live on the QED Morning Show about the festival.Hosted by WQED-FM's Jim Cunningham, the festival is a celebration of the best of community band music from around the region, including performances by the 2026 Festival Band, Scottdale Concert Band, Community Band South, and the East Winds Symphonic Band

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00:14:16

Barbora Kabátková - Tiburtina Presented by Chatham...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/09

Chatham Baroque presents Czech a cappella ensemble Tiburtina for Celestial Harmony, a concert of music written by Hildegard von Bingen. Director and soprano, Barbora Kabátková, joined QED's Anna Singer from Prague to chat about the program. Tiburtina is a group of female voices that specializes in interpreting Gregorian chant, Medieval polyphony, and contemporary music. They'll bring a program of music by a female composer, abbess Hildegard von Bingen. Barbora recounts her musical journey and

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00:10:16

Pittsburgh Baroque Orchestra - Bouquet de Baroque

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/08

Pittsburgh Baroque Orchestra have an upcoming concert titled "Bouquet de Baroque," a candlelit evening of music and dance! Soprano Sarah Richards stopped by the QED studio to talk live with Anna Singer.PBO is a community ensemble that performs original or reproduction instruments, in historical dress, and in historical venues. The program includes pieces never before performed in Pittsburgh, works by Vivaldi, Telemann, and Bach, and some Celtic music. Sarah talks about her pieces, performing in

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00:25:37

Confluence Ballet Co. - Images

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/06

Confluence Ballet Co. presents Images, an evening of storytelling which will feature a performance by pianist Amaury Morales and new ballet works. Amaury, joined by Confluence's Resident Composer and Music Director Joshua Malavé, Co-Artistic Director Keeley Hernández, and Guest Composer Ayca Akin, spoke with QED's Anna Singer about the program. Josh, who wrote the piano concerto Amaury will perform, explains the conception of the program, which highlights Confluence's music ensemble, as well as his

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00:31:20

What's On at the Lindsay Theater in Sewickley?

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/06

The Lindsay Theater & Cultural Center's Director of Communications and Media Relations, Josh Axelrod, talks upcoming Lindsay events with QED's Melissa Black! The Lindsay is hosting two upcoming Emerging Filmmakers Showcases. The first, on April 9th at 7:00pm, highlights the work of women in Pittsburgh's film industry. It will include 13 short films created by members of Women in Film & Media Pittsburgh, and covers a wide variety of genres. The second showcase, on April 16th at 7:00pm, is the

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00:11:30

Rick Sebak - Lucky to Live in Pittsburgh Episode 5

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/03

Rick Sebak joined Jim Cunningham on the QED Morning Show to preview his latest Lucky to Live in Pittsburgh program, focused on Switzerland-born Secretary of the Treasury Albert Gallatin as he arrived in western Pennsylvania.The episode features a band called Gallatin Hall and a high school named for him. Rick explains how Lewis and Clark are involved, General Lafayette, and the beloved dog Seaman (who boasts multiple statues in his honor, representing the Newfoundland breed). All this and more

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00:14:18

Chamber Orchestra of Pittsburgh with Tatjana Mead...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/04/03

Chamber Orchestra of Pittsburgh will premiere Yvar Mikhashoff’s Viola Concerto on Saturday, April 4th at 7:00pm at Rodef Shalom's Levy Hall! Artistic Director Edward Leonard and PSO violist Tatjana Mead Chamis joined Jim Cunningham live on the QED Morning Show to talk about the concert. Tatjana and Eddie explain how the premiere came about, including the reconstruction of the concerto, which was originally written in 1968. Also included on the program are Khachaturian's "Gayane's Adagio" (which was

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