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01-27-24 The Katsura at Dumbarton Oaks - This Old Tree

Host Doug Still introduces you to the charming old katsura tree in Beatrix Farrand’s famous garden at Dumbarton Oaks. It might be the oldest katsura in North America, or maybe not, but its origins relate to the burgeoning interest in Japanese trees and plants in the second half of the 19th century when Japan opened up to the world. Listen in, as the tree receives traditional care from Japanese Master Gardener Kurato Fujimoto.

12-31-23 Tree Story Shorts Part II - This Old Tree

Host Doug Still introduces the second edition of Tree Story Shorts on This Old Tree, where listeners get to contribute and tell their own tree stories! From New York to California to China and Nepal, listen to what people say about the trees that inspire them.

01-25-24 Ruby The Dog - A Walk In The Park

In this week's A Walk In The Park with Jane Andrews...Jane talks about how not keeping up with change is like walking on thin ice.

01-26-24 Tenor Saxophonists Scott Hamilton & Harry Allen - Jazz After Dinner

Joe features Tenor Saxophonists Scott Hamilton and Harry Allen this week from their 2004 Concord Jazz Records recording “Heavy Juice.”

01-28-24 Val Tutson-Funda Fest 26 - Conducting Conversations

Val Tutson, professional storyteller and organizer of Funda Fest 26, is our special guest this week, along with Festival participants Teju Ologboni and Danielle Grise. We talk about the many upcoming events and listen to some of the music and stories being told at this wonderful festival. For more information, you can go to www.fundafest.org

01-20-24 Best-Selling Author Victoria Christopher Murray-The First Ladies - Ocean House Author Series

Join Ocean House owner, actor, and bestselling author Deborah Goodrich Royce for a conversation with New York Times and USA Today best selling author Victoria Christopher Murray. Victoria Christopher Murray is the best-selling author of more than 30 novels, including the New York Times Instant Best Sellers, The Personal Librarian, and The First Ladies. In both novels, Victoria co-wrote with Marie Benedict. A native New Yorker, Victoria Christopher Murray attended Hampton University, where she majored in Communication Disorders. After graduating, Victoria attended New York University’s Stern Business School, where she received her MBA in Marketing. Victoria spent ten years in Corporate America before she tested her entrepreneurial spirit. She opened a Financial Services Agency for Aegon, USA, where she managed the number one division for nine consecutive years. However, Victoria always dreamed of writing and in 1997, she pursued her dream. Find out more about Victoria Christopher Murray and her books at victoriachristophermurray.com. For more information on Deborah Goodrich Royce and the Ocean House Author Series, visit deborahgoodrichroyce.com.

01-18-24 Geese Landing - A Walk In The Park

In this week's A Walk In The Park with Jane Andrews...Jane talks about the spirit of cooperation.

01-19-24 Pianist Fred Hersch - Jazz After Dinner

This week, Joe is featuring Pianist Fred Hersch from his 2012 Transdreamer LTD recording “Alive at the Vanguard.”

01-21-24 Music of Cole Porter - Conducting Conversations

The subject of this week's program is the music of Cole Porter with Mike Maino. Mike has a chance to do another in a series about great American Artists. He'll talk about Cole Porter's life and play a variety of artists performing his music. For more information or comments about the show, you can call (401) 294-9274 or email maino@classical959.com

01-11-24 Getting Old - A Walk In The Park

In this week's A Walk In The Park with Jane Andrews...Jane talks about aging as our bodies and feelings begin to break down.

01-14-24 Musica Dolce-Winter 2024 - Conducting Conversations

Musica Dolce is the subject of this week's program with Paul Rosenbloom, Artistic Director. We talk about their upcoming concerts and listen to some of the music from the program being presented on Sunday, January 21st at 2 PM at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepard in Kingston. For more information, you can go to www.musicadolce.org

01-12-24 Trumpeter Woody Shaw - Jazz After Dinner

This week, Joe is featuring Trumpet player Woody Shaw from his 1997 32 Jazz recording “Dark Journey.”

01-06-24 Newport Propane - The 95.9 Company Break

This month's The 95.9 Company Break welcomes Nicoles Francis, niece of Newport Propane's owner. Newport Propane proudly stands as a leading propane dealership, offering a comprehensive range of appliances, top-notch services, and reliable propane delivery solutions. They've cultivated an outstanding reputation. Their foundation is built on honesty, integrity, fair pricing, and unwavering commitment to delivering the highest quality. In a fiercely competitive landscape, respectability requires a steadfast dedication to setting ourselves apart by prioritizing quality and service above all else. At Newport Propane, they're not just propane providers but licensed professionals specializing in delivering top-tier propane products and services. Their journey from those modest beginnings to our current distinction is a testament to our enduring values, tireless work ethic, and community's trust in them. They remain devoted to serving you with the same passion and dedication that have defined them for generations. For more information, call 401-847-6878 or visit www.newportpropane.com

01-05-24 Pianist Bill Evans - Jazz After Dinner

This week, Joe is featuring Pianist Bill Evans from his 1968 recording titled “Another Time, The Hilversum Concert.”
 

12-29-23 Vocalist & Pianist Shirley Horn - Jazz After Dinner

This week, Joe features vocalist and pianist Shirley Horn from her 1998 Verve Records recording “ I Remember Miles.” 
 

12-31-23 Greg Abate - Saxophonist, Flutist, Composer & Arranger - Conducting Conversations

Greg Abate, saxophonist, flutist, composer, arranger, and member of the RI Music Hall of Fame, is our special guest this week. We talk about his upcoming concerts and listen to music from his multiple recordings. For more information, you can go to www.gregabate.com

01-07-24 Chorus of Westerly-Winter 2024 - Conducting Conversations

The Chorus of Westerly is the subject of this week's program with Ryan Saunders, Executive Director. We talk about their very successful fall season, what’s coming up this spring, and listen to music from past concerts. For more information, you can call (401) 596-8663 or go to www.chorusofwesterly.org

12-28-23 Missing Piece - A Walk In The Park

In this week's A Walk In The Park with Jane Andrews...Jane talks about writing a first email to an old friend.

12-21-23 Sidelined - A Walk In The Park

In this week's A Walk In The Park with Jane Andrews...Jane talks about things in nature going smoothly, and then something happens.

12-22-23 Holiday Show with a Variety of Jazz Artists - Jazz After Dinner

This week, Joe is featuring a Holiday Show with various outstanding jazz artists.