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Classical 95.9-FM WCRI
Local programming from southern R.I. & southeastern CT.‘s classical station
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Monday Dec 12, 2016
Monday Dec 12, 2016
This week The RI International Film Festival is the subject of the program with George T. Marshall, Executive Director. We talk about the great movie scores of 2016 and listen to some selections from this year's “Blockbuster” films that might be up for some awards. For more information you can call 401.861.4445 or go to: www.film-festival.org
Monday Dec 12, 2016
Tuesday Dec 06, 2016
Tuesday Dec 06, 2016
In this months 95.9 Company Break we hear from Del & Kristen owners of Courtyard Gallery in Mystic. Courtyard Gallery...come explore a unique, intimate gallery in the heart of historic Mystic, Connecticut. The Courtyard Art Gallery is reminiscent of the private gallery studios of Europe, with rich brick walls, inviting, relaxed environments and gallery directors with personal knowledge about the work being considered. They offer the best of original artwork, representing over 30 regionally and nationally known painters and sculptors in constantly changing exhibitions. Open House every Sunday afternoon with light refreshments. For more information call 1-860-536-5059 or visit www.courtyardgallerymystic.com
Monday Dec 05, 2016
Monday Dec 05, 2016
This week The Jamestown Community Chorus is the subject of the program with B. J. Whitehouse, Music Director and Jessica Wilson, Section Leader. We talk about the upcoming season and listen to some selections from the concerts that will be held on Saturday December 10th at 7:30 PM and Sunday December 11th at 3:00 PM at the Jamestown Recreation Center, 41 Conanicus Ave., Jamestown. For more information you can call 401-423-1574 or go to www.jamestownchorus.com
Monday Dec 05, 2016
Monday Nov 28, 2016
Monday Nov 28, 2016
On this very special Home for the Holidays program we hear from local groups and artists as they perform their holiday favorites to kick off this festive season on WCRI!
Monday Nov 28, 2016
Monday Nov 28, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company is the subject of this week's program with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director and Joel Kipper, star of “White Christmas”. We talk about the upcoming production and listen to some music to set the mood. The show will play at the theater November 30th to December 24th. Ocean State Theater is on Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. For more information call (401) 921-6800 or go to www.oceanstatetheatre.org
Monday Nov 28, 2016
Monday Nov 21, 2016
Monday Nov 21, 2016
The RI Civic Choral and Orchestra is the subject of this week's program with Edward Markward, Music Director. We talk about their upcoming concerts and listen to some of the music being presented on Saturday December 3rd, 7:30 PM, at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence and Sunday December 4th, 3:00 PM, at St. Joseph's Church in Newport. For more information call 401-521-5670, or go to www.ricco.org
Monday Nov 21, 2016
Monday Nov 21, 2016
This week Jazz After Dinner features the Brad Mehldau Trio with Brad Mehldau on piano, Larry Grenadier on bass and Jeff Ballad on drums from their recording Blues and Ballads.
Monday Nov 14, 2016
Monday Nov 14, 2016
The Moscow Ballet is the subject of the program with Sally Michael Keys, Director of PR and Ashley Colette, owner of Massachusetts Dance Academy. We talk about their upcoming performance of “Nutcracker” and listen to some selections that will be used in the production on December 5th and 6th at the Park Theatre in Cranston. For more information go to www.nutcracker.com or www.parktheatreri.com
Monday Nov 14, 2016
Monday Nov 14, 2016
This week Jazz After Dinner features the Dave Brubeck Quartet from their 1959 recording "Time Out" with Dave Brubeck on piano, Paul Desmond on alto sax, Eugene Wright on bass and Joe Morello on drums.
Monday Nov 07, 2016
Monday Nov 07, 2016
The State Ballet of Rhode Island is the subject of the program with Ana Marsden Fox, Executive Director. We talk about their upcoming performance of "Coppelia" and listen to some selections that will be used in the production that is playing on Friday, December 2nd and Saturday, December 3rd at the Park Theatre in Cranston. For more information you can go to: www.stateballet.com or www.parktheatreri.com
Monday Nov 07, 2016
Monday Nov 07, 2016
On this months 95.9 Company Break we talk with Dr. Gerald Colvin and Oncology Nurse Navigator Leah Arsenault about the newly renovated South County Health Cancer Center and all it has to offer. AT the SCH Cance Center every patient will be embraced by an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurse navigators, and other care team members, located in offices adjacent to the new infusion center – enhancing convenience, clinical collaboration, and innovation. A new infusion therapy center – illuminated by natural light and reflecting the state of the art in facility design – will welcome every patient who receives chemotherapy or other infusion treatment. Patients and family members also will have quiet space for meditation and conversation, as well as Reiki and other complementary therapies.For further information call 401-783-6670 or visit their website SCH Cancer Center
Monday Nov 07, 2016
Monday Oct 31, 2016
Monday Oct 31, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company is the subject of this week's program with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director and Greg London, star of "Doubt". We talk about the upcoming production and listen to some music to set the mood. The show will play at the theatre from November 2nd to November 20th. The Ocean State Theatre is on Jefferson Blvd. in Warwick. For more information you can call 401-921-6800 or go to www.oceanstatetheatre.org
Monday Oct 31, 2016
Monday Oct 24, 2016
Monday Oct 24, 2016
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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Monday Oct 24, 2016
Monday Oct 24, 2016
This week Jazz After Dinner features trumpeter Clark Terry from his Chess Records reissue of "Daylight Express". This recording also features saxophonist and Pawtucket Rhode Island native, Paul Gonsalves.
Wednesday Oct 19, 2016
Wednesday Oct 19, 2016
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
Classical 95.9-FM WCRI
The Classical Station
Classical 95.9-FM WCRI is owned by Judson Group, Inc., a company that includes the son and grandsons of broadcasting pioneer Ted Jones, founder of Charles River Broadcasting Company and Boston’s legendary classical music station, WCRB. Judson Group acquired Classical 95.9-FM WCRI from Charles River Broadcasting in 2006 and is committed to carrying on the Ted Jones tradition of radio excellence.
In addition to popular classical movements and pieces, WCRI presents special local arts programming such as Jazz After Dinner w/ Joe Parillo, WCRI’s Kids Hour, Conducting Conversations w/ Mike Maino, The 95.9 Company Break and more.