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04-14-24 Providence Art Club Show-A Conducting Conversations Special - Conducting Conversations

This special “Late Night” Conducting Conversations program features artists Del-Bourree Bach, Nancy Gaucher-Thomas, and David Witbek. We discuss their three-person art show at the Providence Art Club that will run from May 12th to the 31st, with a special reception on May 19th from 2 to 4 PM.  For more information, you can go to www.providenceartclub.org
 

04-21-24 Westminster Youth String Ensemble - Conducting Conversations

This week, Westminster Youth String Ensemble is the program's subject with Kathleen Curran Monroe, Director. We talk about the upcoming season and the Spring Concert on Sunday, May 5th, at 3 PM at the Westerly Armory in Westerly and also listen to some selections of past concerts. For more information, you can call 401.596.5225 or go to www.westminsterstrings.org

04-11-24 Waiting - A Walk In The Park

In this week's A Walk In The Park with Jane Andrews, Jane talks about newer forms of waiting that don't offer much relief.

04-14-24 Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra - Conducting Conversations

The Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra is the subject of this week's program with John Eells, Founding Music Director, and special guests Joseph Amante Y Zapata and Krista Wilhelmsen. We discussed their upcoming concert and listened to some of the music presented on April 28th at E. Providence H. S. Auditorium. For more information, you can call (401) 274-4578 or go to www.nabsco.org

4-12-24 Saxophonist Paul Desmond - Jazz After Dinner

This week, Joe is featuring Saxophonist Paul Desmond from his 1975 Verve Records recording “The Paul Desmond Quartet Live.” 

04-06-24 OMO Jewels & Gifts - The 95.9 Company Break

This month, The 95.9 Company Break welcomes Joanna Papineau Allen, owner of OMO Jewels & Gifts. OMO is a curated collection of American-made jewelry, ceramics, hand-blown glass, and more. They represent artists nationwide who are committed to their craft and offer only the highest quality goods. They are constantly finding new and unique items to add to our selection of wonderfully handcrafted works. Whether you're looking for a wedding, baby, hostess gift, or even a treat for yourself, OMO has that special something. Complimentary gift wrap and bridal registry are available. For more information, call 860-961-4678 or visit omojewels.com

04-06-24 The Sweet Sounds of Saxophone Quartets & Ensembles - WCRI‘s Kids Hour

In this week's WCRI's Kids Hour hosts, Jamie and Spencer listen to music played by saxophone quartets and ensembles worldwide. You'll hear music from The Moanin' Frogs, Royal City Saxophone Quartet, United States Army Field Band members, and more!

04-04 Insanity - A Walk In The Park

In this week's A Walk In The Park with Jane Andrews, Jane talks about how watching nature attempt something futile makes us feel less alone.

04-07-24 Community Players production of 'The Prom' - Conducting Conversations

The Community Player's production of “The Prom” is the subject of this week's program with Christopher Margadonna, President, and Jennifer Gillis, Board Member and cast member. We talked about the musical and listened to some very interesting songs from the show being presented from April 12th to 21st. For more information, you can call (401) 726-6860 or go to www.thecommunityplayers.org

4-05-24 Pianist Duke Ellington & Saxophonist Johnny Hodges - Jazz After Dinner

 Featuring pianist Duke Ellington and saxophonist Johnny Hodges from their 1959 Verve Records studio album titled "Back to Back." 

03-30-24 The Moses Cleaveland Trees - This Old Tree

In this month's episode of This Old Tree, host Doug Still introduces you to The Moses Cleaveland Trees. In 1946, 153 "Moses Cleaveland Trees" were chosen as landmark trees to represent the City of Cleveland's 150-year anniversary. Not only did they harken back to the pre-settlement forest—they were, in fact, part of it. The existence of each one became hazy over time until a group organized by the City and the Early Settlers Association set out to find them again. Do they still survive?

03-28-24 Upended - A Walk In The Park

In this week's A Walk In The Park with Jane Andrews...Jane talks about how nature handles relocation.

3-29-24 Vocalist Carmen McRae - Jazz After Dinner

This week, Joe is featuring Vocalist Carmen McRae from a 1992 GRP Records, original Decca Jazz recordings, titled “Here To Stay.” 
 

03-31-24 Joe Parillo, jazz host & Cathy Del Nero, chairperson of Mike Renzi tribute- Conducting Conversations

Joe Parillo, Pianist, Composer/Arranger, and the host of WCRI's Jazz After Dinner, is our special guest, and Cathy Del Nero, chairperson of the Mike Renzi Tribute. We'll listen to some examples of Mike’s music and discuss his fascinating background and the details about the benefit concert on April 19th. For tickets, you can go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/for-mike-tickets-551630079417

03-21-24 Upkeep and Restore - A Walk In The Park

In this week's A Walk In The Park with Jane Andrews...Jane talks about sentimental attachment.

03-24-24 Dr Josuha Rohde, Music Director of RICCO - Conducting Conversations

The RI Civic Choral and Orchestra is the subject of this week's program with Dr. Joshua Rohde, Music Director. We talk about their upcoming concerts and listen to some of the music presented on Saturday, April 6th, at 7:30 PM at the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul in Providence and Sunday, April 7th, at 3 PM at First Baptist Church, Worcester, MA. For more information, you can call 401-521-5670 or go to www.ricco.org

3-22-24 Guitarist & Vocalist BB King - Jazz After Dinner

This week, Joe is featuring Guitarist and Vocalist BB King from his 1991 GRP Records recording, “Live At The Apollo.”

03-17-24 Veterinary Oncologist and Author Dr. Renee Alsarraf-Sit, Stay, Heal: What Dogs Can Teach Us About Living Well - Ocean House Author Series

Join Ocean House owner, actor, and bestselling author Deborah Goodrich Royce for a conversation with veterinary oncologist and author Dr. Renee Alsarraf about her book Sit, Stay, Heal: What Dogs Can Teach Us About Living Well. Enjoy wine, light bites, and a signed copy of the book.
DR. RENEE ALSARRAF has created four veterinary oncology practices and led three veterinary radiation facilities. She has performed numerous veterinary clinical trials, co-authored peer-reviewed journal articles, and lectured both locally and nationally. She lives in Montclair, New Jersey, and is married to a veterinary ophthalmologist. They have one son, whom she cherishes, and Dusty, her beloved, bossy, six-year-old female boxer.
For more information on Dr. Renee Alsarraf and her book, please visit www.harpercollins.com. For information on Deborah Goodrich Royce and the Ocean House Author Series, visit deborahgoodrichroyce.com.

03-14-24 Endure Affliction - A Walk In The Park

In this week's A Walk In The Park with Jane Andrews...Jane talks about how effective nature can be in handling pain.

3-15-24 Guitarist & Vocalist Duke Robillard - Jazz After Dinner

This week, Joe is featuring Guitarist and Vocalist Duke Robillard from his 1987 Rounder Records recording “Swing.”