Conducting Conversations

07-10-16 Musician Debra Mann - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature Debra Mann, jazz recording artist, singer, pianist and teacher. We listen to examples of her music from some of her CDs and past performances, discuss her playing, and the many places she has performed.  For more information go to her website: www.debramann.com

07-03-16 Ocean State Theatre Company-Summer Season 2016 - Conducting Conversations

Ocean State Theatre Company's Producing Artistic Director Amiee Turner and actress Lauren Gemelli who stars in Damn Yankees are in studio to discuss OSTC's upcoming summer season of Damn Yankees and Avenue Q! For more information on OSTC and to purchase tickets visit www.oceanstatetheatre.org or call (401) 921-6800.

06-26-16 The Courthouse Center for the Arts - Conducting Conversations

This week The Courthouse Center for the Arts is the subject of the program with Mariann Almonte, Executive Director. We talk about the changes to Courthouse Arts, the new productions, the art shows and classes, the children's programs, and listen to some music selections that tie into some of the many concerts. For more information go to www.courthousearts.org

06-19-16 Theatre by the Sea-West Side Story 2016 - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's production of West Side Story is the subject of this week's program with Bob Richard, Director and Diane Laurenson,Choreographer.  We talk about the upcoming musical and listen to some of the very popular songs from the Broadway hit. For more information call (401) 782-8587, or go to www.theatrebythesea.com

06-12-16 Kingston Chamber Music Festival 2016 - 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 20th to July 31st at the University of Rhode Island Fine Arts Center.  For more information you can go to www.kingstonchambermusic.org

06-05-16 Guitarist Aaron Larget-Caplan - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature Aaron Larget-Caplan, International recording, touring and guitar virtuoso. We'll listen to examples of his music from some his CDs and past performances, discuss his playing and the many places he has traveled to.  For more information go to his website www.ALCguitar.com

05-29-16 Theatre by the Sea-The Buddy Holly Story - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's production of The Buddy Holly Story is the subject of this week's program with Bill Hanney, Producing Executive Director and Richard Sebellico, Director.  We talk about the upcoming musical and listen to some of the very popular songs from the Broadway hit.  For more information you can call (401) 782-8587, or go to www.theatrebythesea.com

05-29-16 Music on the Hill 2016 - Conducting Conversations

This week Music On The Hill is the subject of the program, with John Mark Pellegrino, Artistic Director. We talk about their upcoming concerts and listen to some selections that will be performed from Wednesday, June 1st through Saturday, June 11th. For more information go to www.musiconthehill.org 

05-22-16 Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra 2016 - Conducting Conversations

The Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra is the subject of this week's program with Ben Vickers, Music Director and Katy Tetreault, French horn player and Board Member. We talk about their upcoming concert and listen to some of the music from the program being presented on Sunday, June 5th at 3 PM at Providence College. For more information you can call  (401) 846-2125 or go to www.nabsco.org

05-15-16 - The Warwick Symphony Orchestra 2016 - Conducting Conversations

This week The Warwick Symphony Orchestra is the subject of the program, with Catherine Gagnon, Music Director.   We talk about their upcoming concerts and listen to some selections that will be performed on Thursday, May 19th in Warwick and Saturday, May 22nd in E. Greenwich.  For more information go to www.wsori.org

05-08-16 - Theatre By The Sea-The 2016 Season - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's new 2016 season is the subject of this week's program with Bill Hanney, Producing Executive Director, Kevin Hill, Artistic Director and Karen Nascembeni, Corporate Director. We talk about the upcoming musicals, and listen to some of the very popular songs from The Buddy Holly Story,West Side Story,The Wizard of Oz and Sister Act. For more information call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com

05-01-16 - RI Civic Choral & Orchestra May 2016 - 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 May 14th, 7:30 PM, at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence and Sunday May 15th, 3:00 PM, at St. Joseph's Church in Newport. For more information call  401-521-5670 or go to www.ricco.org 

04-24-16 - Ocean State Theatre-Anything Goes - Conducting Conversations

Ocean State Theatre Company is the subject of this week's program with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director and Nate Suggs, star of “Anything Goes”.  We talk about the upcoming production and listen to some songs from the musical.  The show will play at the theatre from April 27th to May 22nd.  Ocean State Theater is on Jefferson Blvd., Warwick.   For more information call (401) 921-6800 or go to  www.oceanstatetheatre.org
 
 

04-17-16 - 7PM - Mystic River Chorale 2016 - Conducting Conversations

The Mystic River Chorale is the subject of this week's program with Frank Martginetti, Artistic Director and Laurie-Annya Linfoot, President.  We talk about the upcoming concert, and listen to some of the music from the program being presented on Sunday, April 24th at 3 PM, at the Mystic Congregational Church.  For more information call  (860) 460-1487 or go to www.mysticriverchorale.org

04-17-16 - 6PM - Westminster Youth String Ensemble 2016 - 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 1st, at the George Kent Performance Hall in Westerly, and listen to some selections of past concerts.   For more information call 401.596.5225, or go to  www.westminsterstrings.org
 
 

04-10-16 - Jamestown Community Chorus 2016 - Conducting Conversations

This week The Jamestown Community Chorus,  is the subject of the program, with B. J. Whitehouse, Music Director, and Elaine McLean, Publicity Director.  We talk about the upcoming season and listen to some selections from the concerts that will be held on Saturday April 30th at 7:30 PM and Sunday May 1st at 3:00PM, at the Jamestown Recreation Center, 41 Conanicus Ave., Jamestown RI. For more information call, 401-423-1574 or go to    www.jamestownchorus.com
 

04-03-16 Wakefield Concert Band - Conducting Conversations

The Wakefield Concert Band is the subject of this week's program with Steve Toro, Music Director and Keith Vorhaben, President. We talk about the upcoming concert on April 10th and listen to some of the music being presented at the South Kingstown High School Auditorium to benefit the South County Hospital 'Star' Program. For more information go to www.wakefieldconcertband.com

03-27-16 Ocean State Theatre Company-The Miricle Worker - Conducting Conversations

Ocean State Theatre Company, is the subject of this week's program, with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director and Laurel McMahon, star of “The Miricle Worker”.  We talk about the upcoming production and listen to some music by deaf artists.  The show will play at the theatre from March 30th to April 17th.  Ocean State Theater is on Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. For more information call (401) 921- 6800, or go to www.oceanstatetheatre.org

03-20-16 The Jamestown Community Piano Association 2016 - Conducting Conversations

The Jamestown Community Piano Association, is the subject of this week's program, with Manabu Takasawa, Music Director and Nancy Benett.  We talk about their upcoming concert, and listen to some of the music being presented on Sunday May 8, 2:00, at St. Matthew's Church in Jamestown. For more information call  401-423-0515.

03-13-16 Eddie Dillon 2016 - Conducting Conversations

This week for St. Patrick's Day, we feature Eddie Dillon, Composer, Arranger, Singer and Guitarist with the famous Clancy Brothers.  We'll listen to some examples of his music, some of his personal favorites and discuss his upcoming concerts.   For more information go to www.eddiedillon.com