Conducting Conversations

10-23-16 Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular 2016 - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature The Roger Williams Park Zoo, Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular. We talk to Dr. Jeremy Goodman, Executive Director and John Reckner, Founder of the event. We listen to some of the music that is played, in the background of the exhibit, and talk about it's creation. For more information go to www.rwpzoo.org
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10-16-16 Eastern CT Symphony Orchestra - Conducting Conversations

This week The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra is the subject of the programwith Toshi Shimada, Music Director and Caleb Bailey, Executive Director. We talk about their upcoming Fall Concert, “1001 Nights”, and listen to some selections thatwill be performed, Saturday October 22, in New London. For more information you cango to www.ectsymphony.com

10-09-16 Jamestown Community Piano Assoc. 2016 - Conducting Conversations

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

10-02-16 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 Fall Series Concerts,Flashback '66' and listen to some selections that will be performed on Saturday,October 15th in Cranston and Sunday, October 16th, in Warwick. For more information you can go to wsori.org

09-25-16 Ocean State Theatre-Billy Elliot - Conducting Conversations

Ocean State Theatre Company is the subject of this week's program with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director and Matthew Dean, star of “Billy Elliot”. We talk about the upcoming production and listen to some music from the musical. The show will play at the theater September 28th to October 23rd. Ocean State Theatre is on Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. For more information call (401) 921-6800, or go to www.oceanstatetheatre.org

09-18-16 CT Gilbert & Sullivan Society 2016 - Conducting Conversations

The CT Gilbert and Sullivan Society is the subject of this week's program with Dr. John Dreslin, Music Director. We talk about the upcoming event to be held at Valley Regional High School, Deep River CT and listen to some music from Pirates of Penzance that will be performed October 15th and 16th. For more information you can go to www.CTGandS.org

09-11-16 Theatre By The Sea-2017 Preview - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's new 2017 season is the subject of this program with Bill Hanney, Producing Executive Director.  We talk about the upcoming musicals and listen to some of the very popular songs from The Music Man, Beauty and the Beast and The Producers. For more information you can call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com

09-04-16 Ocean State Theater-The Kingston Trio - Conducting Conversations

The Kingston Trio in concert with the Narragansett Bay Chorus is the subject of this week's program with two members of the chorus, John Castonguay, Asst. Director and David Scarchille, V.P. We talk about the upcoming concert and listen to some of the music presented on Saturday September 10th at 2:00 and 7:30 PM at the Ocean State Theater on Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. For tickets you can call (401) 921-6800 or go www.oceanstatetheatre.org. For more information about the Chorus you can call (401) 437-6043 or go to www.singNBC.com

08-28-16 Rhythm & Roots Festival 2016 - Conducting Conversations

The Rhythm and Roots Festival, is the subject of this week's program, with Chuck Wentworth, Producer.  We talk about the upcoming event to be held at Ninigret Park, and listen to some of the music from groups that will be performing September 2 to 4.  For more information go to www.rhythmandroots.com

08-21-16 Pianist Kenneth Hamilton - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature Kenneth Hamilton, concert pianist.  We'll listen to examples of his music from his CD, “Kenneth Hamilton play Ronald Stevenson”, 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.

08-14-16 Theatre By The Sea-Sister Act - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's production of “Sister Act” is the subject of this week's program, with Kevin Hill, Artistic Director and Jeanette Bayardelle, star of the show.  We talk about the upcoming musical and listen to some of the very popular songs from the production.  For more information call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com

08-07-16 RI International Film Festival 2016 - Conducting Conversations

This week The RI International Film Festival is the subject of the program with George T. Marshall, Executive Director. We talk about the upcoming RIIFF Festival at the Vets in downtown Providence and listen to some selections from this year's “Summer Blockbuster” films. For more information call 401.861.4445 or go to  www.film-festival.org

07-31-16 Ocean State Theatre-Avenue Q - Conducting Conversations

Ocean State Theatre Company is the subject of this week's program, with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director and Jason Parrish, director of “Avenue Q”.  We talk about the upcoming production and listen to some songs from the musical. The show will play at the theatre from August 3rd to August 21st. Ocean State Theater is at 1245 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. For more information call (401) 921-6800 or go to  www.oceanstatetheatre.org

07-24-16 The Singers Unlimited - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature The Singers Unlimited, an amazing vocal group from the 1970's.  Gene Puerling is the arranger and director of what's been called “one of America's premier vocal groups”.  Along with Gene are singers Len Dresslar, Bonnie Herman, and Don Shelton.  For more information you can go to: http://www.singers.com/group/Singers-Unlimited/

07-17-16 Theatre by the Sea-Wizard Of Oz - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's production of “Wizard Of Oz” is the subject of this week's program with Bill Hanney, Producing Executive Director and Billy Sprague Jr., 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

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