Conducting Conversations

06-16-19 Theatre by the Sea-Singin In The Rain - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's presentation of “Singin' In The Rain” is the subject of this week's program with Karen Kessler, Press Rep., and Allsun O'Malley, playing the Debbie Reynolds roll. We talk about the musical, and listen to some of the very popular songs from it. For more information you can call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com ​

06-09-19 Roger Williams Park Zoo - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature The Roger Williams Park Zoo, Rain Forrest exhibit. We talk to Dr. Jeremy Goodman, Executive Director about it's creation, hours of operation, and how much fun it is for the entire family. For more information you can go to www.rwpzoo.org ​

06-02-19 Music on the Hill - Conducting Conversations

Music On The Hill is the subject of this week's program with John M. Pellegrino, Artistic Director of the festival. We talk about their upcoming          concerts and listen to some of the music from the programs being presented from June 2nd to the 12th. For more information you can call 401-738-5632    or go to www.musiconthehillri.org​

05-26-19 Theatre by the Sea-Love and Other Fables - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's production of “Love and Other Fables” is the subject of this week's program with Bill Hanney, Owner/Producer and Jay Binder, Director of the Production. We talk about the musical and listen to some of the songs from this World Premiere that runs 5/29 to 6/16. For more information you can call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com ​

05-15-19 Providence Singers - Conducting Conversations

The Providence Singers, is the subject of this week's program, with Michael Galib, Assistant Director. We talk about their upcoming concerts, and listen to some of the music from the program being presented on May 18 in Cranston, and May 19 in Bristol. For more information call 401-751-5700, or go to www.providencesingers.org​

05-12-19 Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra - Conducting Conversations

The Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra is the subject of this week's program with Bruce Goldstein, President and Kristo Kondakci, Guest Conductor. We talk about their upcoming concert and listen to the music from the program being presented on Sunday, May 19th at 3:00 PM at McVinney Auditorium. For more information you can call (401) 274-4578 or go to www.nabsco.org​

05-05-19 Warwick Symphony Orchestra - Conducting Conversations

This week The Warwick Symphony Orchestra is the subject of the program with Catherine Gagnon, Music Director. We talk about their upcoming Spring Series Concerts, “At the Movies”, and listen to some selections that will be performed on Thursday May 23rd at the Gamm Theatre in Warwick and Sunday May 26th in Goddard Park. For more information you can go to www.wsori.org​.

04-28-19 Mystic River Chorale - Conducting Conversations

The Mystic River Chorale is the subject of this week's program with  Dr. Frank Martginetti, Artistic Director and Kit Foster, President.      We talk about the upcoming concert and listen to some of the music from the program being presented on Sunday May 5th, at 3:30 PM, St. Mary Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton CT. For more information you can call (860) 460 1487 or go to www.mysticriverchorale.org​

04-21-19 Theatre by the Sea 2019 - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's announcement of the 2019 season is the subject of this week's program with Karen Kessler, Press Rep and Vinny Lupino, Box Office Mgr. We talk about this summer's musicals and listen to some of the very popular songs from Singin' In the Rain, Newsies, and Saturday Night Fever, with a special preview of the brand new musical Love and Other Fables. For more information you can call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com

04-14-19 Jamestown Community Piano Association - Conducting Conversations

The Jamestown Community Piano Association is the subject this week's program with Nancy Benett, Program Director. We talk                        about their upcoming concerts and listen to some of the music being presented at the spring concerts, at St. Matthew's Church in Jamestown. For more information you can call 401-423-0515.​

04-07-19 Jamestown Community Chorus - Conducting Conversations

This week The Jamestown Community Chorus is the subject of the program  with B. J. Whitehouse, Music Director and Judith Anderson, Publicity Chair. We talk about their upcoming program, “Director's Choice", and listen to some selections from the concerts that will be held on Saturday  May 4th at 4 PM and Sunday May 5th at 3 PM at the Jamestown Recreation Center, 41 Conanicus Ave., Jamestown RI. For more information you can call 401-423-1574 or go to www.jamestownchorus.com ​

03-31-19 Westminster Youth String Ensemble - Conducting Conversations

This week Westminster Youth String Ensemble is the subject of the program, with Kathleen Curran Monroe, Director. We talk about the upcoming season and the Spring Concert on Sunday May 5th, at the Westerly Armory, in Westerly, and listen to some selections of past concerts. For more information you can call 401.596.5225 or go to www.westminsterstrings.org ​

03-24-19 The Barker Playhouse - Conducting Conversations

The Barker Playhouse is the subject of this week's program with Marcia Layden, Producer and Joan Dillenback, President.      We talk about their upcoming production of "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" and listen to some of the music from the show which is being presented on May 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, at the Playhouse on Benefit Street in Providence. For more information you can call 723-0590 or go to www.playersri.org  

03-17-19 Eddie Dillon - Conducting Conversations

This week, for a special show about St. Patrick's Day, we feature Eddie Dillon, Composer, Arranger, Singer and Guitarist, and one of the original guests on the show when it started.  Eddie is the only person to have appeared with Mike every year of the show's existence. We'll listen to some examples of his music, some of his personal favorites, and discuss his upcoming concerts. For more information you can go to www.eddiedillon.com ​

03-10-19 Tribute to Debra Mann - Conducting Conversations

This week we pay tribute to jazz singer and pianist Debra Mann with a special memorial program. Guests David Zinno, bassist and Dino Govoni, saxophonist talk about Debra's music and life that ended too soon, January 31st, 2019. Featured is music from her recently released CD, Full Circle. For more information you can go to www.debramann.com ​

03-03-19 RI Civic Choral & Orchestra - Conducting Conversations

The RI Civic Choral and Orchestra is the subject of this week's  program with Edward Markward, Music Director. We talk about their upcoming concert and listen to some of the music being  presented on Saturday March 23rd at 7:30 PM at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence. For more information you can call 401-521-5670 or go to www.ricco.org​

02-24-19 Core Memory Concerts - Conducting Conversations

This week Core Memory Concerts is the subject of the program with Craig  Maynard, Artistic Director. We talk about the upcoming season and listen  to some selections from the concert that will be held on Saturday March  2nd at 7:30 PM. For more information you can go to www.corememory.io​

02-17-19 Musica Dolce - Conducting Conversations

This week Musica Dolce is the subject of the program with Paul Rosenbloom, Artistic Director. We talk about the upcoming season and  listen to some selections from the concert that will be held on Sunday  March 3rd at 4:00 PM. For more information you can go to www.musicadolce.org​

02-10-19 Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra - Conducting Conversations

The Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra is the subject  of this week's program with Bruce Goldstein, President and John Masko, Guest Conductor. We talk about their upcoming concert and listen to some of the music from the program being presented on Sunday, March 3rd at 3:00 PM at McVinney Auditorium. For more information you can call (401) 274-4578 or go to www.nabsco.org​

02-03-19 The Community Player's - Conducting Conversations

The Community Player's production of 'Almost Maine' is the subject of this week's program, with Valerie Remillard, Director. We talk about the upcoming play to be held at the Jenks Theatre, Pawtucket RI and listen to some of the music that will be used in scene transitions. The play will be performed starting February 22nd. For more information you can go to www.thecommunityplayers.net