2017-07

7-30-17 Kenneth Hamilton, Concert Pianist - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature Kenneth Hamilton, concert pianist from Scotland. We'll listen to examples of his music from his recently released CD, “Back to Bach”, discuss his career and how he became “one of the finest players of his generation”. He has appeared many times on TV, radio, and at festivals around the world. ​

07-28-17 Pianist & Composer Chick Corea-Part 2 - Jazz After Dinner

 On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe plays music from the Chick Corea Group Jazz Combo Part 2.

7-23-17 Music of Irving Berlin - Conducting Conversations

The subject of this week's program is the music of Irving Berlin as sung by Michael Feinstein, with Mike Maino. Mike has a chance to do the second in a series about great American Artists. He'll talk about Berlin's life and play his music as interpreted, performed and arranged by Michael Feinstein. For more information or comments about the show you can call (401) 294-9274 or email maino@classical959.com ​

07-21-17 Pianist & Composer Chick Corea - Jazz After Dinner

 On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe plays music from the Chick Corea Group Jazz Combo.

7-16-17 Theatre by the Sea-Beauty and the Beast - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's production of “Beauty and the Beast" is the subject of this week's program with Bill Hanney, owner of the theatre. We talk about the upcoming musical and listen to some of the very popular songs from the production. For more information you can call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com​

07-14-17 Trumpeter Jimmy Owens - Jazz After Dinner

On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe plays music from trumpeter Jimmy Owens.

07-09-17 Pianist Clemens Teufel - WCRI's Festival Series featuring the Newport Music Festival

Our second interview for the 2017 Newport Music Festival is with German pianist Clemens Teufel. For more information on Clemens pease visit clemensteufel.com and for more information on the Newport Music Festival or to make a donation please visit www.newportmusic.org

07-02-17 Michael Unterman of A Far Cry - WCRI's Festival Series featuring the Newport Music Festival

Our first interview for the 2017 Newport Music Festival is with Michael Unterman of A Far Cry. For more information on A Far Cry visit afarcry.org and for more information on the Newport Music Festival or to make a donation please visit www.newportmusic.org
 

07-07-17 Trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie - Jazz After Dinner

On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe plays music from trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie.

7-09-17 Kingston Chamber Music Festival 2017 - Conducting Conversations

The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is the subject of this week's program, with Brian Mitchell, Managing Director. We talk about the upcoming Festival, and listen to some of the amazing music from last year's concerts. The Festival runs from July 19th to 30th, at the University of Rhode Island Fine Arts Center. For more information go to www.kingstonchambermusic.org​

7-01-17 The Wine Store/Warehouse Beer, Wine, & Liquor - The 95.9 Company Break

On this weeks 95.9 Company Break we talk with Frank & Donna Celico about The Wine Store Warehouse and their recent win as "Retailer of the Year" in a national competition. The Wine Store Warehouse is a family owned business, serving Westerly, Rhode Island, and the surrounding community for over 30 years. They strive to provide their customers with an unrivaled shopping experience. Looking for a bottle of wine to enjoy with dinner? Planning a drink menu for an event? Their knowledgeable staff and extensive inventory will always ensure that your needs are met. Call 401-596-6160 or visit thewinestoreri.com for hours, to shop, or for more information.