Pictured: WXXI-FM Host Richard Gladwell
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Richard Gladwell, host of With Heart and Voice is recovering from surgery
Richard Gladwell is recovering from surgery due to cancer in his brain. He is currently undergoing rehabilitation and treatment at the Episcopal Church Home in Rochester. He is doing well and welcomes your cards and best wishes.
Cards can be mailed to Richard at the Episcopal Church Home, 505 Mount Hope Avenue Rochester, NY, 14620.
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Pictured: WXXI-FM Host Simon Pontin
Photo Credit: Jan Regan
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Simon Pontin, host of The Sunshine Show and Salmagundy retires
Simon Pontin hosted his last Sunshine Show on Friday, May 15 and his last Salmagundy Show on Saturday, May 16. After 33 years of hosting Classical music on WXXI-FM, he has retired. Pontin, the longest-tenured morning radio host in Rochester, joined Classical 91.5 in 1976, and during his distinguished time at the station, was producer and host of The Sunshine Show and Salmagundy, the Show for Working People. more
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RPO Seach for a Star
Friday, July 3 at 8 p.m.
Nearly 60 students from 30 area high schools showed up at the School of the Arts to win the privilege of performing with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. The RPO held its second "Search for a Star" competition in October 2008, and young musicians from the 7-county area were all hoping they would be chosen to perform in the Eastman Theatre on May 31, 2009. Classical 91.5 is proud to present this broadcast of the performances, recorded live.
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The Best of Backstage Pass
Starting Sunday, July 5 at 2 p.m.
The Best of Backstage Pass, airing Sundays at 2 p.m. on Classical 91.5/90.3 beginning July 5, highlights nine of the best shows from the 2008-2009 season. Hosted by Classical 91.5 host Julia Figueras, the series was committed to highlighting performing artists – giving listeners the opportunity to hear local and visiting musicians performing live.
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Pictured: WXXI host and producer Brenda Tremblay
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Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
Wednesdays at 8 p.m.
The 14 concerts in the 2008-2009 RPO season will end on July 8th, but will be immediately followed by a re-broadcast of the entire series, July 15-Oct 14.
As one of the great American orchestras, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra aspires to be an institution driven by a culture of confidence, adventure, excellence, and success. In that same spirit, award-winning producer Brenda Tremblay presents the music with enthusiasm and intelligence. In addition to great classical music, WXXI host and producer Brenda Tremblay offers intimate and offbeat interviews with RPO music director Christopher Seaman. Extended conversations about the concerts are available as free podcasts at wxxi.org. WXXI is proud to present radio concerts from the 2008-2009 season of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra.
For more information, visit wxxi.org/rpo and www.rpo.org.
RPO Chats Podcast
WXXI's Brenda Tremblay and RPO music director Christopher Seaman chat about RPO concerts.
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Pictured: Manfren Honeck
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Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
Tuesdays at 8 p.m.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra returns for a 52-week series that includes music by the world's leading conductors and performers. Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra airs Tuesdays, begining May 5 at 8 p.m. on Classical 91.5/90.3/HD 91.5-1.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra welcomes a variety of extraordinary guest performers including Andre Previn, Leonard Slatkin, Yefim Bronfamn, Gil Shaham. The PSO is led by a innovative new music director, Manfren Honeck, in this 52-week, 2 hour program. Music includes an orignal harp concerto, The Good Life, and a tribute to Gene Kelly.
For over 100 years, the Pittsburg Symphony Orchestra has shaped Pittsburgh's cultural landscape. The PSO prides itself in artistic excellence, a rich history of the world's finest conductors and musicians, and a strong commitment to the cultivation of its family of constituents.
For more information, visit www.pittsburghsymphony.org.
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Pictured: Placido Domingo
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Los Angeles Opera
Saturday, June 27 at 1 p.m.
WXXI continues to bring listeners the finest in opera throughout the year. As the Met Opera season comes to end, the Los Angeles Opera will take its place, airing Saturdays at 1 p.m., beginning June 27 on Classical 91.5/HD91.5-1
In just over two decades of existence, the Los Angeles Opera has become the United States’ fourth largest opera company. Under the leadership of General Director Placido Domingo and Music Director James Conlon, the company strives to make opera accessible to all, through programs such as its In-School Opera Program, a revolutionary program that brings company members into LA’s schools to assist in productions and educate about opera. Eight operas make up this summertime series.
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Live from Wigmore Hall
Sunday, June 28 at 6 p.m.
Wigmore Hall in London is one of the most famous chamber music venues in the world, attracting some of today's most sought-after soloists and chamber musician. Live from Wigmore Hall features these world-class musicians every Sunday at 6 p.m., beginning June 28 on Classical 91.5/HD91.5-1.Performers include: the Ysaye Quartet, Scottish Ensemble, Arditti Quartet, Skampa Quartet, Nash Ensemble, Kopelman Quartet, and Gould Piano Trio; as well as guitarist Paco Pena, soprano Christin Brewer, and Michael Collins and Friends.
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San Francisco Symphony Orchestra
Monday, June 29 at 6 p.m.
Join your host Rik Malone and enjoy highlights from SFS performances recorded live at Davies Symphony Hall.
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