Richmond Musicians Take Center Stage this Thanksgiving on WCVE Public Radio

by Bobbie Barajas
Mon, November 21, 2011

There are many things for which we give thanks but sometimes those things closest to home are taken for granted or even forgotten.  That is not the case with Grete Dollitz who every year produces a Thanksgiving program that features performances by local musicians. Just wait til you hear what Grete has lined up for you Thursday, November 24th from 11:00 a.m.-3:0 p.m.

Giving Thanks

by Bobbie Barajas
Thu, November 17, 2011
Giving Thanks

The following is from John Birge, producer of Giving Thanks. This program will air on Friday, November 25th beginning at 1:00 p.m. on WCVE Public Radio.

A steamed-up houseful of noisy cousins. Fancy plates and silver. A lot of food, not a lot of elbow room. As a child, I measured Thanksgiving through these ordinary things. As an adult, I discovered the deeper meaning of Thanksgiving in the unlikeliest of places—a small studio, where I was putting together a radio show.

Box lunch VS Bach's Lunch

by Bobbie Barajas
Fri, November 11, 2011

A box lunch is always a treat.  It’s like opening a present right in the middle of the work day.  Just watch the next time you’re in a meeting where box lunches are provided.  Everyone is smiling ear to ear as they take out each little "gift" placed in the box just for them.  There’s the wrapped pickle, the mustard and mayo packets, maybe a little pasta salad and the breath mint.  But everyone knows the big moment is when you discover what kind of cookie is at the bottom of your box.

Some Like it Hot – Classical Music for a Hot and Sultry Date Night

by Bobbie Barajas
Fri, June 24, 2011
Tango

"Hot and sultry" describes summer days, movies like Body Heat, dances like the Argentine Tango, and . . . classical music?

Yes! Classical music is not just for the serene and cerebral music lover. Many of our favorite composers had spouses - and lovers - and deep romantic desires that they expressed in their music. Many of them composed music to woo a lover - or to spark a flame in the heart of the object of their desire - or to describe their own passions. So, how did they do it? What are these hot and sultry pieces? What's out there - beyond Bolero?

 

Here are 7 to get you started - hot and sultry classical music pieces - perfect for that sizzling night with your beloved:

Beyond Peter and the Wolf - 7 Great Pieces to Introduce Your Kids to Classical Music

by Bobbie Barajas
Wed, June 1, 2011
children dance

If you love classical music, then you want to share that love and excitement with the children in your life. But how? How do you introduce children to classical music in a way that helps them feel the humor, the great rhythm, and the emotion in the music without  boring them or making them feel like they're stuck in school? By picking pieces they will love. Children have an innate sense of musicality and rhythm that we adults can nurture. Play music for the kids in your life - and just watch how they react!

First Annual Page Wilson Memorial Concert

by Bobbie Barajas
Wed, March 23, 2011
Page Wilson

WCVE Public Radio has received official notification from the organizers of the First Annual Page Wilson Memorial Concert that the event will take place on Sunday, May 8, 2:00-9:00 PM downstairs at the Canal Club in Richmond.  Doors will open at 1:00 PM and there is a suggested donation of $15 to benefit Virginia Blue, Page's daughter, and her college fund and Positive Vibe Cafe.  Everyone is welcome.

WCVE Public Radio's 5th Annual St. Patrick's Day Concert: A Growing Tradition

by Bobbie Barajas
Sun, March 20, 2011
Uisce Beatha sets up shop at the Single Malt Pub

Did you listen to or attend last Thursday's 5th Annual St. Patrick's Day Live Concert?  What a day!  Here's the scoop.

Richmond's own Irish-American pub band Uisce Beatha held center stage for the fifth year for us in our annual celebration.  My thanks to Jim, Judy, Ed, Sajii and to Dan who although was not able to attend did send green vibes to his bandmates.  The self proclaimed official band of St. Patrick's Day treated the audience to traditional Irish folk songs with their own unique twists often calling on the audience to participate in the music making.

Local Richmond Music Educator Earns Top Award

by Bobbie Barajas
Fri, February 11, 2011
American Youth Harp Ensemble

Lynnelle Ediger-Kordzaia and the American Youth Harp Ensemble (AYHE) recently added another stage of world renown to their resume, playing a concert at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on February 6, 2011. The performance drew sighs from the audience, many experiencing the sound of 40 harps for the very first time.

Help Build My Valentine’s Day Playlist

by Bobbie Barajas
Thu, February 10, 2011
Valentine’s Day

HELP! Next Monday is Valentine’s Day and I need your help building my classical music playlist. What are some of your favorite pieces that invoke images of love? Is there a composer you consider to be especially romantic Is there a composer you especially love? Do you have a piece that reminds you of your sweetheart? What of unrequited love? How about non-romantic love? The love of parent for child? The love of country? How about favorite couples? Romeo and Juliet? Tristan and Isolde? Is there a piece that you just love? Send me your thoughts and ideas.

Opera Talk 2011

by Bobbie Barajas
Fri, January 28, 2011
Dr. Glenn Winters

Opera Talk is a one hour program that airs on the Wednesday before every Richmond premiere of an opera. My in-studio co-host is Dr. Glenn Winters, Virginia Opera’s Community Outreach Musical Director. If you think opera is stuffy and high brow I highly encourage you to listen to our program. You’ll quickly learn that opera is anything but stuffy. Glenn will guide you through the sometimes convoluted plots found in operas all the while keeping you in stitches and giving you an appreciation for the art form. I promise you’ll love it.

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