Fieldwork, Chucho Valdés and Keyon Harrold are among the highlights in Moment's Notice, WRTI’s weekly digest of jazz listings in the Philadelphia area.
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The New Charles Tolliver Music Inc. presents "Hit The Spot" live from The Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz & Performing Arts on October 12th, 2019.
Listen to The Philadelphia Orchestra in Concert on Demand
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The Philadelphia Orchestra in Concert features an all-Brahms program from the 2022-23 season, featuring the Symphony No. 1 in C minor, and Gil Shaham performing the Violin Concerto in D major.
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Yannick Nézet-Séguin calls the Ninth Symphony "Mahler at his purest." Hear a sublime 2019 performance in this encore presentation of The Philadelphia Orchestra in Concert on WRTI.
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For Mike Bolton, an aria from 'The Magic Flute' was a pivotal entry point into the world of opera. He sees the same possibility in Julie Taymor’s spectacular production at The Met Opera, which airs Saturday, June 3 at 1 p.m. on WRTI.
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Susan Lewis has interviewed countless artists during her 18 years at WRTI. Here are some quotes about creativity and humanity that have stayed with her.
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"I've learned that when you talk about art and music you end up talking about life," says Susan Lewis, who has covered a lot of ground in 18 years at WRTI. Before signing off, she offers a parting reflection.
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Sylvie Courvoisier & Cory Smythe redraw Stravinsky's feat with 'Rite of Spring — Spectre D'un Songe'Famous for starting a riot, Stravinsky's 'Rite of Spring' also started a conversation — one that contemporary pianists Sylvie Courvoisier and Cory Smythe are more than happy to engage with on their bold new album.
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Sunday's finale marks the end of Succession and its iconic opening theme. Composer Nicholas Britell reflects on shaping the show's signature sound over four seasons — and what he might do next.
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