Voice of the Arts

00:29:27

Kathleen Dean Talks Washington National Opera,...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/25

Kathleen Dean, Director of Administration and Governance at Washington National Opera, sat down with QED's Jim Cunningham to talk about the WNO's split from the Kennedy Center, their current season, financing opera, and more.The company is currently showing a hit production of The Crucible, which received high praise from the Wall Street Journal and elsewhere. It is the first show they've produced in a new venue since leaving the Kennedy Center. The WNO's spring shows celebrate America's 250th

en-us

00:34:48

The Juilliard String Quartet Returns to Carnegie...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/24

The Juilliard Quartet returns to Carnegie Music Hall in Oakland on March 30th at 7:30pm! All four members joined QED's Jim Cunningham via Zoom to talk about the concert, presented by Chamber Music Pittsburgh.The current members of the Juilliard String Quartet are violinists Areta Zhulla and Leonard Fu, violist Molly Carr, and cellist Astrid Schween. They were the first ensemble presented by Chamber Music Pittsburgh in its inaugural season of October 1961. The current members explain the quartet's

en-us

00:19:27

IonSound Project - Respite and Reflection

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/24

Pittsburgh contemporary ensemble, the IonSound Project, have an upcoming concert titled "Respite and Reflection" at St. Vincent's Basilica crypt. Cellist Elisa Kohanski and clarinetist Kathleen Costello spoke with QED's Jim Cunningham about the concert. Included on the program for "Respite and Reflection" are Robert Muczynski, Jessie Montgomery, Mark Abel, Connor Chee, and James MacMillan. Elisa and Kathleen will play a few duos by Georgina Sanchez Torres; their pianist Jack Kurutz will join them

en-us

00:22:30

The Warhol & CMU School of Art Present Time-Honored...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/23

The Andy Warhol Museum and Carnegie Mellon University School of Art's MFA program continue their collaboration to present the class of 2026's thesis exhibition at the Warhol. Katie Briski, Associate Registrar of Exhibitions and Loans at the Warhol, and CMU School of Art's Elizabeth Chodos talked with QED's Anna singer about the exhibition. Elizabeth introduces the artists. They include Naomi Chambers, a mixed-media artist who hails from Pittsburgh; Afrooz Partovi, an Iranian artist who is using

en-us

00:27:48

Music for Food: Felix and Fanny Mendelssohn

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/23

Music for Food returns with Romantic Masterpieces, featuring the music of the Mendelssohn siblings. Pianist Nanette Kaplan Solomon, cellist Paula Tuttle, and violinist Alison Fujito spoke with QED's Jim Cunningham about the program. Felix Mendelssohn's Piano Trio in D minor will serve as the cornerstone of the concert. Nanette recounts the relationship between Fanny and Felix, including Fanny's pursuit of music against the expectations of women at the time. Nanette, Paula, and Alison will be joined

en-us

00:19:12

Alaine Fink's New Concert Series - First with Friends!

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/19

Alaine Fink, pianist and Minister of Music at First Presbyterian Church downtown, is starting a new concert series called First with Friends! She spoke with Jim Cunningham about the creation of the series.First with Friends will take place on Tuesdays at 12:00pm at the church. Alaine explains the motivation for the series, focusing on revitalizing Pittsburgh's downtown area. She encourages residents and professionals to attend, and they are welcome to bring their own lunch and eat in the sanctuary

en-us

00:14:37

Bach's Sublime Chamber Music with Chatham Baroque

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/19

Chatham Baroque celebrate Bach's birthday next weekend with "Bach's Sublime Chamber Music," featuring mostly Bach but also his contemporaries Telemann and Sylvius Leopold Weiss. QED's Anna Singer spoke with Chatham Baroque members Scott Pauley and Patricia Halverson live on the QED Afternoon Show about the program. Scott and Patty walk Anna through the pieces, which include sonatas for the full group and breakaway pieces for smaller ensembles. Selections from the program are Bach's Trio Sonata in G

en-us

00:30:08

Betsy and Joe Seamans

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/18

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents "Betsy and Joe Seamans: Abide in This Place for a While" on Saturday Mach 21st at 7pm in the Harris Theater. Betsy and Joe began their careers at WQED where Joe filmed award-winning documentaries for National Geographic and later for WGBH’s Nova programs. He worked on hundreds of WQED programs while making documentaries with his wife Elizabeth. Elizabeth appeared on Mr. Rogers Neighborhood as Mrs. McFeeley and wrote scripts for three decades along with

en-us

00:25:21

The Steinway Society of Western PA Presents Vladimir...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/17

The Steinway Society of Western Pennsylvania presents Vladimir Milošević, virtuoso pianist, and multiple award-winning faculty member of the University of the Arts in Belgrade, Serbia on Sunday March 22nd at 3:00pm, at the Kresge Theater at CMU. Vladimir spoke with Jim Cunningham about his program.Vladimir plans to play a demanding concert featuring Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker arranged by Mikhail Pletnev, Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet Ballet, Stravinsky's Firebird, and Ravel's La Valse. He remembers

en-us

00:17:41

Pittsburgh Savoyards - Gilbert and Sullivan's The...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/16

The Pittsburgh Savoyards will wrap up their 88th season with Gilbert and Sullivan's The Grand Duke; or, The Statutory Duel! Production Manager Lynette Garlan and Stage Director Olivia Hartle stopped by the studio to chat with QED's Melissa Black about the show. Olivia summarizes the plot of the operetta, detailing the wild shenanigans of a theater troupe organizing an uprising against the Grand Duke. She also talks about double-casting the characters and her experience as a first-time Savoyards

en-us

00:10:59

Bach Choir of Pittsburgh's Bach Day Bash!

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/12

The Bach Choir of Pittsburgh returns with their signature fundraising event, Bach Day Bash, celebrating J.S. Bach's 341st birthday! Amy Herlich, who is the Major Gifts Officer of the Cultural Trust and a member of BPC's Special Events Committee, stopped by the WQED studio to chat live with Anna Singer about the event.This year's bash is co-chaired and emceed by WQED's own Anna Singer and Jim Cunningham, and will celebrate the success of the Bach Choir's current season, "Cirque du Cinema," as well

en-us

00:25:40

Tiffany Concert Series - Gretchen Van Hoesen

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/12

Principal harpist of the PSO Gretchen Van Hoesen will play French music for harp and strings in the Allegheny Historical Preservation Society’s Tiffany Concert Series. Gretchen joined Jim Cunningham live on the QED Morning Show to talk about the concert. The program features music by Gretchen’s former teacher, Marcel Grandjany, Lili Boulanger’s Nocturne, Bernard Andrès’ Zerbina, Ravel’s String Quartet, and concludes with Gabriel Pierné’s Concertstück for Harp and Strings. Gretchen also talks

en-us

00:14:45

Tuesday Musical Club - Birthday Boys!

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/06

Tuesday Musical Club's upcoming concert celebrates composers born in March, featuring music from Bach, Haydn, Chopin, Bartók, and Barber. WQED volunteer Giovanni Mori spoke with organizer Catherine Crotty and pianist Vanessa Schmithorst about the program.Catherine explains how the concert idea came to fruition and points out highlights on the program. Vanessa will play Bach's Partita in C minor for the concert--she talks about the piece's intricate counterpoint and fugal style. Catherine will also

en-us

00:27:29

Resonance Works - Requiem for Water

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/04

Resonance Works presents the Pittsburgh premiere of Reena Esmail’s Malhaar: A Requiem for Water and the return of Nancy Galbraith’s Flute Concerto, which Resonance Works commissioned and premiered in 2019. Conductor/producer Maria Sensi Sellner, Hindustani vocalist Vidita Kanniks, and flutist Lindsey Goodman joined Jim Cunningham live on the QED Morning Show to talk about the program.Vidita and Maria provide background on Malhaar, which is associated with the Indian monsoon season. This raga, an

en-us

00:26:15

Bruckner Society President Details Award Presentation...

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/04

The Bruckner Society of America President Benjamin Korstvedt joins Jim Cunningham to recall the presentation of the Kilenyi Award from the Bruckner Society to Manfred Honeck on February 21, 2026, at Heinz Hall. The Pittsburgh Symphony followed the presentation with a performance of Bruckner's Eighth Symphony, which was recorded for broadcast on WQED-FM and for a Reference CD. Manfred Honeck had already received an award from the Society for Recording of the Year when the Bruckner Seventh appeared on

en-us

00:13:27

Beauty and the Beast Returns to Pittsburgh

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/03/03

Last week, Disney's Beauty and the Beast returned to Pittsburgh's Benedum Center for its first North American production in over 25 years! WQED Digital Correspondent Nick Tommarello spoke with Assistant Conductor and keyboardist Connor Doran about this very special occasion.Connor talks about the timeless nature of the story and its music, his role in performances, and the joy of interacting with audiences. Born in Pittsburgh, Connor tells Nick about growing up in Baldwin and finding music through

en-us

00:30:46

Slippery Rock University Honors Flute Ensemble

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/02/27

Slippery Rock University recently hosted their 11th annual Honors Flute Ensemble on February 21st-22nd. Dr. Cassandra Eisenreich, composer Greg Lutz, and SRU sophomore Ben Bellomo joined Jim Cunningham live on the QED Morning Show to give a recap of the concert.Cassandra talks about the Honors Flute Ensemble, which brought high school students to SRU for two days of rehearsals, workshops, and the concert. Greg, who was commissioned to write for flute and percussion for this concert, provided

en-us

00:07:02

Pittsburgh Opera - Timothi Williams - Time to Act

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/02/25

Pittsburgh Opera presents the World Premiere of "Time to Act" at the Bitz Opera Factory from February 28th through March 8th. The opera follows a group of high school students preparing for a production of Sophocles’ Antigone, who are joined by a new student, Alona, who comes with a formidable secret. WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with Timothi Williams, who sings the role of Alona. Timothi talks about her character, what its like to be back in high school; and how its an interesting time to be

en-us

00:06:33

Pittsburgh Opera - Shannon Crowley - Time to Act

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/02/25

Pittsburgh Opera presents the World Premiere of "Time to Act" at the Bitz Opera Factory from February 28th through March 8th. The opera follows a group of high school students preparing for a production of Sophocles’ Antigone, who are joined by a new student, Alona, who comes with a formidable secret. WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with Shannon Crowley, who sings the role of Bailey. Shannon talks about her character; learning a brand new opera, and her costume. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's

en-us

00:09:01

Pittsburgh Opera - Michael Sakir - Time to Act

Voice of the Arts ·

2026/02/25

Pittsburgh Opera presents the World Premiere of "Time to Act" at the Bitz Opera Factory from February 28th through March 8th. The opera follows a group of high school students preparing for a production of Sophocles’ Antigone, who are joined by a new student, Alona, who comes with a formidable secret. WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with conductor Michael Sakir. Michael talked about working with composer Laura Kaminsky in the past; the orchestration of the opera; and where he will be set up in the

en-us

All Episodes

Similar Podcasts

Podcast Patapoe

0d0a

Brotkast - Brot úr þáttum og opnir þættir

Brotkast ehf.

Castback Podcast

E se prepare, porque o HYPE já vai...

Paneloids: Comic Books & More

paneloids.com

Choice Classic Radio Drama & Horror | Old Time Radio

Choice Classic Radio