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Music & Performance Episodes

Dive into the vibrant music and performing arts scene in St. Louis and beyond, featuring artists, their stories, and the transformative power of performance.
June 5, 2023

Missouri Chamber Music Festival - love, intrigue, death, & diversion

Nina Ferrigno, co-founder and Executive Director of the Missouri Chamber Music Festival (MOCM) and Pianist discusses the upcoming 13th season. MOCM annually brings in nationally recognized artists to perform a series of chamber music concerts. MOCM's mission is to bring the fine art of small ensemble playing to a broad audience through dynamic and accessible performances of the highest quality. For individual concerts or festival passes, go to TICKETS CONCERT I – Murder Ballades: a dive into ...
Guest: Nina Ferrigno
May 12, 2023

United States Air Force Band of Mid-America - US Navy Blue Angels - Scott AFB Airshow

Second Lieutenant Dorian Neuendorf, the Flight Commander and Associate Conductor of the United States Air Force Band of Mid-America, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois was our guest recently. She discussed bands in the military and the upcoming concerts in the St. Louis area, specifically at the Scott AFB Airshow on May 13 and 14 which will feature the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. [01:06] Return to Civility [02:01] Interview with Second Lieutenant Dorian Neuendorf-Part I [18:04] Saint Louis In Tune Inf...
April 17, 2023

Swashbuckle - A Circus Harmony Production

Circus Harmony is back with their annual, full-length, ticketed show. This year, it is an epic adventure with somersaulting, sword fighting, and a circus called Swashbuckle! The show features all-new acts co-created with Circus Harmony’s sensational staff and talented students. Circus Harmony artistic/executive director and founder Jessica Hentoff provides details of how Circus Harmony teaches the art of life through circus education. Circus Harmony works to build character and expand community ...
April 17, 2023

National Dance Week St Louis

The National Dance Week - St. Louis event highlights and showcases some of the best dance talent in various disciplines including, but not limited to, ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, African, middle eastern, modern, and more. This one-day event is celebrated with dozens of professional, university & studio companies all performing on stage, all for free! The outdoor event starting at noon is held on the corner of Washington and Grand, the Heart of the Art & Entertainment District in the City of St. ...
April 7, 2023

Foghat Guitarist Bryan Bassett

Foghat, are the undisputed Kings of Boogie Rock with their unique blend of blues, hard rock, boogie, and signature use of slide guitar. The band has earned eight gold records, one platinum album, and one double platinum record. Guitarist, Bryan Bassett who is also a songwriter, recording engineer, producer, and former music professor discusses his journey in the music industry and his time with Wild Cherry, Molly Hatchet, and Foghat. Foghat will be in concert on Friday, April 14 at 8:00 pm at t...
April 6, 2023

Bryan Bassett from Foghat - A Conversation

Foghat, are the undisputed Kings of Boogie Rock with their unique blend of blues, hard rock, boogie, and signature use of slide guitar. The band has earned eight gold records, one platinum album, and one double platinum record. Guitarist, Bryan Bassett who is also a songwriter, recording engineer, producer, and former music professor discusses his journey in the music industry and his time with Wild Cherry, Molly Hatchet, and Foghat. Foghat will be in concert on Friday, April 14 at 8:00 pm at t...
April 3, 2023

13th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition

[01:50] Return to Civility [03:40] 13th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Finals Interview with Lee Anne Matthews On April 8 at 7:30 pm, 14 acts (22 students) will participate in the finals of the 13th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. The final competition is FREE and open to the public. General Admission tickets are required and are available now at no charge through Metrotix online at metrotix.com and the Fox Box Office. The Finals production will be directed...
Dec. 3, 2022

Arlene Creates: An Art Show to Raise Awareness for ALS

Arlene Rosengarten was an artist from St. Louis who inspired many artists with her passion, curiosity, and tenacity. In honor of her life and battle with ALS, Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers is hosting a show to raise awareness for ALS entitled, Arlene Creates. De'joneiro Jones, artist and curator of the show, and Bryan Laughlin, Executive Director at Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers discussed Arlene's impact on their lives and why they put the show together. The show, Arlene Creates will be h...
Nov. 16, 2022

The Innocents: Social Justice Advocacy Through Performance Art

"The Innocents" is a film that follows two acclaimed musicians determined to use their talents to advocate for social justice. Allen Otte and John Lane tour the country with their performance of "The Innocents," a piece created to shine a spotlight on the growing problem of wrongful convictions in the United States. The film culminates with a performance attended by Anna Vasquez, an exoneree who spent 13 years in a Texas prison system for a crime that never happened. The film is directed by Wojc...
Nov. 5, 2022

Get Your GROOVE on with Chamber Project Saint Louis!

Chamber Project Saint Louis wants you to GROOVE: Toe-tapping tunes from around the globe. A spirited and eclectic program of music for flute, clarinet, strings, and keyboards; including a world premiere by Blake Hernton, along with music by Antonio Vivaldi, Libby Larsen, and more. When: Friday, November 18, 2022, from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Where: 560 Music Center, Pillsbury Ballroom; 560 Trinity Avenue in University City, MO TICKETS: Chamber Project STL-GROOVE OR Washington University Events This...
Oct. 31, 2022

The Missouri Chamber Music Festival (MOCM)-Celebrating Our 13th Anniversary

Founded by pianist Nina Ferrigno of the Calyx Piano Trio and clarinetist Scott Andrews of the St. Louis Symphony and completely powered by volunteers, the nonprofit Missouri Chamber Music Festival (MOCM) brings the fine art of intimate classical music ensemble playing to a wide audience through dynamic and accessible performances of the highest quality. Nationally recognized professional musicians perform a series of chamber music concerts each June. Diverse programming, including new and commis...
Guest: Nina Ferrigno
Oct. 6, 2022

John Ford Coley: Not a Jam Session, Just a Conversation

John Ford Coley is an American singer, guitarist, classically trained pianist, actor, and author. He is most revered as half of the Grammy-nominated duo, England Dan and John Ford Coley. They released the song “I’d Really Love to See You Tonight” and had four top-ten hits and two top-twenty hits. John has created many memorable hits including: “Love Is The Answer”, “Gone Too Far”, “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight”, “We’ll Never Have To Say Goodbye Again”, “Nights Are Forever Without You”, and...
Sept. 24, 2022

The Bee Play

The 2022 season of The J’s New Jewish Theatre (NJT) features the world premiere of The Bee Play. The Bee Play, by playwright Elizabeth Savage, is a story of what dreams, anxieties, hopes, and forgiveness might look like in the 21st century. We talked with Miles Brenton who portrays 18-year-old Carver Washington, a brilliant black Bronx beekeeper. He meets Devora, a recent Yale graduate, amidst his beekeeping on the roof and they share hopes and anxieties amidst the immediate world around them an...
Sept. 17, 2022

Wine & Jazz Under the Stars

We talked with Kathy Lawton Brown from Classic 107.3 about an upcoming event, Wine & Jazz Under the Stars. Great music, sculpture, food, and friends. Music provided by The Ryan Marquez Quartet. This is Season 5! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com #music #classicalmusic #classic1073 #ryanmarquez #wine&jazz
Sept. 1, 2022

Mr. Blue Sky: A Tribute to Electric Light Orchestra

Mr. Blue Sky creates all the majestic splendor that is the music of the Electric Light Orchestra. There is a focus on the band’s hits from the 70s and 80s, the latest records, and a mix of selective deep cuts; Mr. Blue Sky produces the ultimate ELO experience! Jeff Faulkner fronts Mr. Blue Sky which will appear at the Chesterfield Amphitheater on September 23 at 7:30 pm. Tickets can be obtained at Mr. Blue Sky Music, Eventbrite, or Chesterfield Amphitheater. This is Season 5! For more episodes,...
Aug. 9, 2022

Samarpan: The Saga of Indian Freedom Struggle

“Samarpan” is an artistic rendition of the Indian freedom struggle against British colonial rule. This dance drama has been conceptualized, written, and directed by American-based artist - Mr. Prasanna Kasthuri, the Artistic Director of Soorya Performing Arts in St. Louis. The World Premiere of Samarpan is on Saturday, August 13th, 2022, at Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center. Tickets are available at the Touhill Performing Arts Center. Covid precautions and protocols for the performance. ...
Aug. 1, 2022

The Rose Tattoo: Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis

The 7th Annual Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis has multiple events planned highlighed by this season's performance of The Rose Tattoo, a not to be missed production of Williams' romantic comedy, seen through the lens of an Italian one-ring circus! The season hosts more about Tennesse Williams and Italy including panel discussions, a film, short plays, and a bocce ball tournament! Executive Artistic Director Carrie Houk, provides key insight into the plans for another successful season! ...
Guest: Carrie Houk
July 15, 2022

One Step to Chicago-Featuring All Star Jazz Legends

Rivermont Records, a Virginia-based label that specializes in early jazz and ragtime, is proud to announce the premiere release of One Step to Chicago, a 14-track album that features an all-star lineup of jazz music legends. Recorded in 1992 and then laid aside until now, the album is the product of legendary producer George Avakian. Avakian brought three generations of jazz giants together in RCA’s New York studio to record the exciting music of Frank Teschemacher (a pioneering jazz clarinetist...
July 6, 2022

Lakesha Glover-The Black Rep & Dontrell Who Kissed the Sea

Lakesha Glover describes her role as part of the cast of Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea which runs at the Black Rep from July 6-23 at Edison Theatre on the campus of Washington University. Lakesha also gives some background on her career as an actor, producer, and her show Rosebud by her production company, Tootsie Productions. This is Season 5! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com #blackrep #dontrellwhokissedthesea #theatre #stlouis #lakeshaglover #washingtonu #neworleans #nathanalandavis
June 5, 2022

Juneteenth 2022- A Celebration!

Celebrate Juneteenth in the Delmar Loop with art, music, and food. The event will open with a Drum Call by Baba Kunma. Performances include African Mascarade-Mask to Stilts, African Dance by Spirit Angel of African Dance, and Red Black & Brass Band. DJ KP will be the dj for the event. Look for live art including a community mural painting and activities at St. Louis Artworks. Fun for the whole family with bounce houses, Face Painting, Henna Painting, Science Lab, art activities, 360 Photo Boot...
May 26, 2022

Classical Cocktails-Raise a Glass to the Voice for the Arts in St. Louis!

Kathy Lawton Brown describes the upcoming event Classical Cocktails and the importance of classical music in our region. Get your tickets now to this exciting event! Join Classic 107.3 for a few hours of pure bliss. Crafted cocktails with Switchgrass Spirits bourbon and rye, gorgeous chamber music from the Chamber Music Society of St. Louis, conversations with friends, and culinary creations from White Box Catering at the Community Music School of Webster University. In addition to delicious fo...
May 16, 2022

Jitney by August Wilson and The Black Rep

Since 1976, the Black Rep in St. Louis has been and continues to be the Theatre of the Soul. August Wilson's Jitney is one of the plays this season and Kevin Brown who plays the role of Becker discussed Jitney, his role, and the importance of theatre in his life. [00:26] Background The Black Rep Jitney Kevin Brown [01:28] Pittsburgh Hill District What is a jitney? Culture Decline Impact of integration Redevelopment [09:33] About the role of Becker in the play, Jitney [12:03] Meeting Aug...
May 1, 2022

St. Louis Christmas Carols Association: Christmas in July!

Join the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association to sing the national anthem or just come cheer on the St. Louis Cardinals vs. the Dodgers at their "Christmas in July" themed game on July 14! Elizabeth Hogan, Executive Director discusses how you can be involved. For the last 111 years, the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association has been caroling to spread cheer and goodwill throughout the St. Louis community. Their collections help fund the important work of children's agencies in the area! With...
Feb. 7, 2022

Encouraging Teen Talent-Taylor Louderman Offers Some Sound Advice

Taylor Louderman is no stranger to theatre, film, and television. Currently starring on The Kenan Show and a 2018 Tony Nominee for Best Actress in a Musical, she will be one of the judges for the 12th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition. Taylor offers sound advice for those who are getting into the industry and discusses her current projects to keep the arts thriving. [00:32] Introduction [02:00] First Role [04:46] The Triple Threat [05:24] As a judge what do you look for in a contestan...