Music for Life: Recent Episodes
Philadelphia Church of God
Music for Life is a music-appreciation and music-history based program that explores the purpose and value of music to humanity’s enrichment. Hosted by Ryan Malone, it features interviews with artists performing at the Armstrong Auditorium sponsored by the Armstrong International Cultural Foundation.
In this episode, we play the second half of a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on March 16, 2022: Handel’s imaginative oratorio, Israel in Egypt.
In this episode, we play the first half of a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on March 16, 2022—Handel’s imaginative oratorio, "Israel in Egypt."
In this episode, we explore an upcoming concert featuring recorder virtuoso Tabea Debus and lutenist Kevin Payne at Armstrong Auditorium on March 31, 2022.
Tabea Debus at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…-payne-lute
In this episode, we play highlights from a concert presented by the King’s Singers in Armstrong Auditorium on February 20, 2022.
In this episode, we explore Handel's imaginative oratorio Israel in Egypt, in the lead-up to the Armstrong Chamber Choir's performance of it on March 16.
Ticket Information
Israel in Egypt at Armstrong Auditorium: www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…el-in-egypt
More Armstrong Chamber Choir videos
Armstrong Arts YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCI3fn0yfh3v_w5sGr_DGkjw
Ryan Malone's YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/user/purplemozart
In this episode, we explore the Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto to be performed at Armstrong Auditorium on March 2, and the rising star who will be featured as soloist in this work, alongside the Polish Wieniawski Philharmonic.
Polish Wieniawski Philharmonic at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…hilharmonic
In this episode, we explore the Polish Wieniawski Philharmonic in the lead-up to its March 2 performance at Armstrong Auditorium — specifically looking at a Rossini overture and Schubert symphony they will perform.
Polish Wieniawski Philharmonic at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…hilharmonic
In this episode, we explore two concerts for February 2022 in Armstrong Auditorium: the Branford Marsalis Quartet on February 10 and the King’s Singers on February 20.
Branford Marsalis Quartet at Armstrong Auditorium:
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/an-evening-with-branford-marsalis
The King’s Singers at Armstrong Auditorium:
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/the-kings-singers
In this episode, we play the last half of a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on April 19, 2018 — the world-premiere of the oratorio Abraham.
Abraham Oratorio on iTunes:
itunes.apple.com/album/id14053092…?ls=1&app=itunes
Abraham Concert on YouTube:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-EwtbcofTf8
In this episode, we play the first half of a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on April 19, 2018 — the world-premiere of the oratorio Abraham.
Abraham Oratorio on iTunes:
itunes.apple.com/album/id14053092…?ls=1&app=itunes
Abraham Concert on YouTube:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-EwtbcofTf8
In this episode, we play the majority of a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on December 2, 2021 — given by harpist Bridget Kibbey and the Dover String Quartet.
In this episode, we play highlights from a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on November 11, 2021 — given by the Romeros Guitar Quartet.
Pepe Romero and Paula Malone — Vocal/Guitar Sets 11 Nov. 2021
www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXph1wSTZrs
In this episode, we explore harpist Bridget Kibbey and the Dover String Quartet, in the lead-up to their Bach celebration at Armstrong Auditorium December 2.
Bridget Kibbey and Dover Quartet at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…ing-quartet
In this episode, we explore the Romeros Guitar Quartet in the lead-up to their performance at Armstrong Auditorium on November 11.
Los Romeros at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…tar-quartet
In this episode, we explore and preview the 2021-22 concert season at Armstrong Auditorium.
2021-22 Season at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…arts-series
In this episode, we conclude a two-part series where we play a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on April 8, 2021 — given by Grammy-winning cellist Sara Sant’Ambrogio.
Sara Sant’Ambrogio’s website:
www.sarasantambrogio.com
In this episode, we begin a two-part series where we play a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on April 8, 2021 — given by Grammy-winning cellist Sara Sant’Ambrogio.
Sara Sant’Ambrogio’s website:
www.sarasantambrogio.com
In this episode, we explore the acclaimed Zukerman Trio and the rich program they are bringing to Armstrong Auditorium on April 29.
Zukerman Trio at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…kerman-trio
In this episode, we spotlight Grammy-winning cellist Sara Sant’Ambrogio and the “Journey Through North and South America” program she is bringing to Armstrong Auditorium on April 8.
Ryan Malone’s Rondo for Cello and Orchestra, featuring soloist Seth Malone:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlXAhNzE-vw
Sara Sant’Ambrogio Playing Excerpt From “Porgy and Bess”
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZAjv2pl1vk
In this episode, we conclude a three-part series where we play a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on February 2, 2021 — featuring our very own jazz virtuoso Mark Jenkins and his tribute to Ellis Marsalis.
YouTube channel for Mark Jenkins:
www.youtube.com/user/NeoDavinci
In this episode, we continue a three-part series where we play a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on February 2, 2021 — featuring our very own jazz virtuoso Mark Jenkins and his tribute to Ellis Marsalis.
YouTube channel for Mark Jenkins:
www.youtube.com/user/NeoDavinci
In this episode, we begin a three-part series where we play a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on February 2, 2021 — featuring our very own jazz virtuoso Mark Jenkins and his tribute to Ellis Marsalis.
YouTube channel for Mark Jenkins:https://www.youtube.com/user/NeoDavinci
In this episode, we finish a two-part series where we play a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on January 7, 2021 — featuring conductor Gerard Schwarz, his son Julian Schwarz as cello soloist, the Mozart Orchestra of New York, in collaboration with another father-son duo.
Video of the Vivaldi Double Cello Concerto at Armstrong Auditorium:
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Video of the Haydn Cello Concerto at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UfraHAndT0
In this episode, we begin a two-part series where we play a concert presented in Armstrong Auditorium on January 7, 2021 — featuring conductor Gerard Schwarz, his son Julian Schwarz as cello soloist, the Mozart Orchestra of New York, in collaboration with another father-son duo.
Video of the Haydn Symphony at Armstrong Auditorium:
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Video of the Mozart Symphony at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.facebook.com/GerardSchwarzCon…/?type=2&theater
In this episode, we conclude a three-part series where we play the entirety of the new musical, Paul—Ambassador in Bonds, which premiered at Armstrong Auditorium in December 2020 and for which the studio recording is now available in album form.
Full album available on iTunes here:
itunes.apple.com/album/id15494364…?ls=1&app=itunes
Full album available on Spotify here:
open.spotify.com/album/4DmUd1WuuyLXclErHPoylA
Liner notes (performer information and lyrics) available here:
pcg.church/media/mp3s/W1siZiIs…ha=3e46f3b4efeecc09
n this episode, we continue a three-part series where we play the entirety of the new musical, Paul—Ambassador in Bonds, which premiered at Armstrong Auditorium in December 2020 and for which the studio recording is now available in album form.
Full album available on iTunes here:
itunes.apple.com/album/id15494364…?ls=1&app=itunes
Full album available on Spotify here:
open.spotify.com/album/4DmUd1WuuyLXclErHPoylA
Liner notes (performer information and lyrics) available here:
pcg.church/media/mp3s/W1siZiIs…ha=3e46f3b4efeecc09
In this episode, we begin a three-part series where we play the entirety of the new musical, Paul—Ambassador in Bonds, which premiered at Armstrong Auditorium in December 2020 and for which the studio recording is now available in album form.
Full album available on iTunes here:
itunes.apple.com/album/id15494364…?ls=1&app=itunes
Full album available on Spotify here:
open.spotify.com/album/4DmUd1WuuyLXclErHPoylA
Liner notes (performer information and lyrics) available here:
pcg.church/media/mp3s/W1siZiIs…ha=3e46f3b4efeecc09
In this episode, we spotlight our very own jazz virtuoso Mark Jenkins, and the “Tribute to Ellis Marsalis” program he is bringing to Armstrong Auditorium February 2.
Jenkins’ “Tribute to Ellis Marsalis” Ticket Information:
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/mark-jenkins-and-friends
In this episode, we explore a brand new musical-theater production being staged at Armstrong Auditorium: Paul—Ambassador in Bonds
‘Paul—Ambassador in Bonds’ Ticket Information:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/paul-ambassador-in-bonds
Previous Musicals Produced at Armstrong Auditorium: Undefeated—The Story of Isaiah and Hezekiah: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1442694140?ls=1&app=itunesThe Widow’s Might—The Story of Naomi, Ruth and Boaz: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1197747595?ls=1&app=itunesMorning Star—The Acts of Waldo the Apostle: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id897953320?ls=1&app=itunesDavid—The Endless Throne Begins: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id807694498?ls=1&app=itunesJeremiah—A Musical and Step-Dancing Extravaganza: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id593574140?ls=1&app=itunes
In this episode, we explore a brand-new album from a production staged here at Armstrong Auditorium—featuring a score by Golden Globe-nominated composer Brian Byrne.
Celtic Throne website:
celticthrone.com
Celtic Throne album on iTunes:
itunes.apple.com/album/id15288761…?ls=1&app=itunes
In today’s episode, we spotlight cellist Julian Schwarz and the two concerti he will be performing with the Mozart Orchestra of New York at Armstrong Auditorium on Tuesday March 24.
Schwarzes at Armstronghttps://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/julian-schwarz-cellist-gerard-schwarz-and-mozart-orchestra-of-new-york
In this episode, we explore a symphony by Haydn and one by Mozart in the lead-up to their performance at Armstrong Auditorium on Tuesday March 24 by the Mozart Orchestra of New York, under Gerard Schwarz.
Schwarzes at Armstrong
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…of-new-york
In this special episode, we will hear the majority of a concert at Armstrong Auditorium — trumpeter David B. Hooten’s Legends of Dixieland performance on January 16, 2020.
Episode discussing David B. Hooten:
Musicforlifekpcg – Ep-111-hooten-and-mexican-ballet-spotlight
In this special episode, we will hear the majority of a concert at Armstrong Auditorium given the Lomazov-Rackers Piano Duo on December 3, 2019.
Episode discussing the Lomazov-Rackers Piano Duo:https://soundcloud.com/musicforlifekpcg/ep-109-variations-on-176-keys
In this episode, we explore the Lomazov-Rackers Piano Duo and the program for its December 3 performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Lomazov-Rackers Piano Duo at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…s-piano-duo
In this episode, we explore the Zurich Chamber Orchestra and its music director, violinist Daniel Hope, in the lead-up to the group’s Vivaldi-themed November 12 performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/daniel-hope-violin-with-zurich-chamber-orchestra
In this episode, we spotlight the first event for Armstrong Auditorium's 2019-20 season—the Four Italian Tenors and the powerful program they will bring on September 12.
Four Italian Tenors at Armstrong Auditorium: www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…lian-tenors
In this episode, we explore and preview the 2019-20 concert season at Armstrong Auditorium.
More on events at Armstrong Auditorium: https://www.armstrongauditorium.org
In this episode, we discuss the world-famous Canadian Brass and interview a founding member of the quintet, in the lead-up to its April 2 performance at Armstrong Auditorium — which closes the 2018-19 season.
Canadian Brass at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/canadian-brass
In this episode, we spotlight Celtic Nights, a touring group direct from Ireland, presenting a program called “Oceans of Hope” at Armstrong Auditorium on March 11. We have an exclusive interview with one of the musicians and vocalists from the group. We also review the musical styles that accompany competitive Irish step-dance.
Celtic Nights at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/celtic-nights
In this episode, we explore Tchaikovsky’s famous first piano concerto, in the lead-up to its performance at Armstrong Auditorium, by pianist Song Siheng and the Shanghai Opera Symphony Orchestra, Sunday February 24.
Shanghai Opera Symphony Orchestra at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…y-orchestra
In this episode, we explore the triumphant second symphony by Sergei Rachmaninoff — and why it was such a triumph for the composer — in the lead-up to its performance on February 24 at Armstrong Auditorium by the Shanghai Opera Symphony Orchestra.
Shanghai Opera Symphony Orchestra at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…y-orchestra
n this episode, we explore the Julian Bliss Septet in the lead-up to their performance at Armstrong Auditorium Thursday February 14 — which will be a tribute the King of Swing Benny Goodman. We also have an exclusive interview with Julian Bliss himself, about his background, his band, and what excites him most about this upcoming performance.
Julian Bliss Septet at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/julian-bliss-septet
In this episode, we explore Tchaikovsky’s most famous ballet, Swan Lake, in the lead up to its performance by the Russian National Ballet at Armstrong Auditorium on January 29.
Swan Lake at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/swan-lake
In this episode, we explore the art of singing as a legitimate activity (and even career) for men—as supported by the biblical record. To accompany the discussion, we will sample great examples of male ensemble singing from standard music history.
Free booklet available online!https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/3326
Original musicals, albums, and other free materials produced by the Philadelphia Church of God available online:https://www.pcog.org/resources/music
In this episode, host Ryan Malone gives an overview of his new booklet, How God Values Music, which explores music’s importance through history, its inspiring future, plus its impact in our lives and how it connects us with the eternal.
Free booklet available online!https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/3326
Original musicals, albums, and other free materials produced by the Philadelphia Church of God available online:https://www.pcog.org/resources/music
In this episode, we explore the exquisite vocal repertoire that the Bach Collegium Japan will be performing at Armstrong Auditorium on December 4, when it teams up with Soprano Joanne Lunn; we will also explore a concerto by Vivaldi to be performed on this program.
Bach Collegium Japan at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…egium-japan
Facebook Event Page:
www.facebook.com/events/451437028660130/
In this episode, we explore some of the exquisite instrumental repertoire that the Bach Collegium Japan will be performing at Armstrong Auditorium on December 4–masterpieces from Bach, Marcello and Telemann.
Bach Collegium Japan at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…egium-japan
Facebook Event Page:
www.facebook.com/events/451437028660130/
In this episode, we explore the world-famous Vienna Boys Choir—an institution over half-a-millennium old—in the lead-up to its performance at Armstrong Auditorium on Tuesday November 20. We also have an exclusive interview with two members from the institution: its historian plus its conductor for this North American tour.
Vienna Boys Choir at Armstrong:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/vienna-boys-choir
In this episode, we explore Felix Mendelssohn’s beloved violin concerto — in the lead-up to its performance at Armstrong Auditorium November 1, by violinist Anne Akiko Meyers and the Mozart Orchestra of New York under Gerard Schwarz. We also spotlight these artists and have an exclusive interview with Ms. Meyers.
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/anne-akiko-meyers-with-gerard-schwarz-and-mozart-orchestra-of-new-york
In this episode, we explore two well-known orchestral works by Felix Mendelssohn — his Hebrides Overture and his Italian Symphony — in the lead-up to their performance at Armstrong Auditorium November 1, by the Mozart Orchestra of New York, under Gerard Schwarz.
All-Mendelssohn at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/anne-akiko-meyers-with-gerard-schwarz-and-mozart-orchestra-of-new-york
In this episode, we explore the genre-defying string trio Time For Three and interview one of its members, in the lead-up to the group’s October 18 performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Time For Three at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/time-for-three
Facebook Event Page:https://www.facebook.com/events/882230985311692/
In this episode, we explore and preview the 2018-19 concert season at Armstrong Auditorium—which marks 20 years of our performing arts series.
2018-19 Performing Arts Series at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performances/performing-arts-series
In this episode, we discuss the world-famous Glenn Miller orchestra and interview its present music director in the lead-up to its May 10 performance at Armstrong Auditorium — which closes the 2017-18 season. Also is a brief preview into Armstrong’s 2018-19 season!
Glenn Miller Orchestra at Armstrong Auditoriumhttps://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/glenn-miller-orchestra
Facebook Event Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/events/621122748084673/
In this episode, we explore the legendary leader of America’s Swing Era: Glenn Miller, in the lead-up to the Glenn Miller Orchestra’s performance at Armstrong Auditorium, Thursday May 10.
Glenn Miller Orchestra at Armstrong Auditoriumhttps://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/glenn-miller-orchestra
Facebook Event Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/events/621122748084673/
In this episode, we explore Ryan Malone’s new oratorio Abraham — as well as the artists presenting it — in the lead-up to its world premiere at Armstrong Auditorium on Thursday, April 19, 2018.
ABRAHAM Premiere at Armstrong Auditoriumhttps://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/herbert-w-armstrong-college-choral-union
Facebook Event Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/events/1888349414755912/
Composer Ryan Malone’s Sound-Cloud Pagehttps://soundcloud.com/ryan-malone-composer
In today’s episode, we explore the great material regarding music education from the first two seasons of our program — from practice tips for the solo student (and parents), to the benefits of certain classroom curricula, to some exclusive interview moments with prominent musicians on these aspects of music.
How Less-Musical Parents Can Help Their Kids Practicehttps://soundcloud.com/musicforlifekpcg/how-non-musical-parents-can-help-their-children-practice
Perfect Practice / Joshua Bell on Practicinghttps://soundcloud.com/musicforlifekpcg/perfect-practice-joshua-bell-on-practicing
In today’s episode, we explore Germany’s oldest orchestra—the Staatskapelle Weimar—plus its acclaimed conductor and touring violin soloist—in the lead-up to their All-Brahms concert at Armstrong Auditorium, Thursday March 15. We also specifically explore the incredibly dramatic opening piece to their program, Brahms’s “Tragic” Overture.
Staatskapelle Weimar at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/staatskapelle-weimar
Facebook Event Page:https://www.facebook.com/events/453618978307477/
In this episode, we explore Brahms’s masterful violin concerto, in the lead-up to its performance by violinist Valeriy Sokolov and the Staatskapelle Weimar at Armstrong Auditorium on March 15.
Staatskapelle Weimar at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/staatskapelle-weimar
Facebook Event Page:https://www.facebook.com/events/453618978307477/
In this episode, we explore Johannes Brahms’s well-known and epic first symphony, in the lead-up to the Staatskapelle Weimar’s March 15 performance of it at Armstrong Auditorium.
Staatskapelle Weimar at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/staatskapelle-weimar
Facebook Event Page:https://www.facebook.com/events/453618978307477/
In this episode, we discuss the musical styles that accompany competitive Irish step-dance and spotlight the Dublin Irish Dance company — interviewing its lead singer — in the lead-up to its performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Dublin Irish Dance at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/dublin-irish-dance
Facebook Event Page:https://www.facebook.com/events/216572108839398/
In this episode, we explore the Moscow Festival Ballet and its “best of Russian ballet” gala program they are bringing to Armstrong Auditorium.
Moscow Festival Ballet at Armstrong Auditorium (Night 1 — Jan. 29):https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/moscow-festival-ballet
Facebook Event Page (Night 1 — Jan. 29):https://www.facebook.com/events/241880279623463/
Moscow Festival Ballet at Armstrong Auditorium (Night 2 — Jan. 30):https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/moscow-festival-ballet-1
Facebook Event Page (Night 2 — Jan. 30):https://www.facebook.com/events/599132220296808/
In this episode, we discuss the composer Peter Tchaikovsky, some of his great ballet music, and specifically his Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture that was adapted into a ballet.
Moscow Festival Ballet at Armstrong Auditorium (Night 1 — Jan. 29):
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…ival-ballet
Facebook Event Page (Night 1 — Jan. 29):
www.facebook.com/events/241880279623463/
In this episode, we interview a founding member of the Brooklyn Rider string quartet, in the lead-up to its collaboration at Armstrong Auditorium with banjo virtuoso Bela Fleck — in a program titled “Night Flight Over Water.”
Bela Fleck and Brooklyn Rider at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/béla-fleck-banjo-brooklyn-rider
Facebook Event Page:https://www.facebook.com/events/1468588976525161/
In this episode, we explore the fresh string quartet known as Brooklyn Rider and the banjo virtuoso and renowned composer Bela Fleck.
Bela Fleck and Brooklyn Rider at Armstrong Auditorium::
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…oklyn-rider
Facebook Event Page:
www.facebook.com/events/1468588976525161/
In this episode, we explore some of the great interview moments from the first season of our program, including talks with Gerard Schwarz, Eric Whitacre, Sara Sant’Ambrogio and many more — plus a few musical examples of pieces written to showcase the highest level of performance achievement.
In this episode, we explore the famous Csárdás folk style, and we speak to violinist Ray Chen in the leadup to his performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Violinist Ray Chen performance at Armstrong Auditorium: https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/ray-chen-violinist
Facebook Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1406062416107393/
In this episode, we explore Spanish composers like Manuel de Falla and his Popular Spanish Suite for violin.
Violinist Ray Chen performance at Armstrong Auditorium: https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/ray-chen-violinist
Facebook Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1406062416107393/
In this episode, we explore the composer Camille Saint-Saëns and his first violin sonata in D minor — considered so difficult in places, only a mythical creature would likely be able to play it.
Violinist Ray Chen performance at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…n-violinist
Facebook Event page:
www.facebook.com/events/1406062416107393/
In this episode, we explore Belgian composers, including Eugène Ysaÿe and his fourth solo violin sonata, as well as violinist and composer Fritz Kreisler — to whom the sonata was dedicated.
Violinist Ray Chen performance at Armstrong Auditorium: https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/ray-chen-violinist
Facebook Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1406062416107393/
In this episode, we explore the composer Ludwig van Beethoven and his ingenious first attempt at a violin sonata.
Violinist Ray Chen performance at Armstrong Auditorium: https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/ray-chen-violinist
Facebook Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1406062416107393/
In this episode, we interview "From the Top" host and pianist Christopher O’Riley, as well as tango pianist Pablo Ziegler, in the lead up to their duo performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Two to Tango performance at Armstrong Auditorium:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…blo-ziegler
Facebook Event page:
www.facebook.com/events/772216699614488/
In this episode, we explore the “nuevo tango” tradition of the 20th century, its father Astor Piazzolla, as well one of its ambassadors — pianist Pablo Ziegler, in the lead-up to the November 9 “Two to Tango” program at Armstrong Auditorium.
Two to Tango performance at Armstrong Auditorium: https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/christopher-oriley-pablo-ziegler
Interview with Piazzolla: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7z40MBS5gFk
In this episode, we finish our discussion of Stravinsky’s Firebird ballet and speak with the artistic director of the Oklahoma City ballet in the lead-up to its performance at Armstrong Auditorium Thursday September 14.
Information on Oklahoma City Ballet’s performance of “The Firebird” at Armstrong: https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/oklahoma-city-ballet-firebird-rodeo
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1341746169224686/
In this episode, we explore the composer Igor Stravinsky and his ballet masterpiece "The Firebird", in the lead-up to Oklahoma City Ballet’s performance of this masterpiece at Armstrong Auditorium.
Information on Oklahoma City Ballet’s performance of “The Firebird” at Armstrong:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…ebird-rodeo
In this episode, we explore the composer Aaron Copland and his ground-breaking ballet music for Rodeo, in the lead-up to Oklahoma City Ballet’s performance of this beloved production at Armstrong Auditorium.
Information on Oklahoma City Ballet’s performance of “Rodeo” at Armstrong: https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/oklahoma-city-ballet-firebird-rodeo
In this episode, we explore some of the repertoire mentioned in Thad Carhart’s memoir "The Piano Shop on the Left Bank."
[“Just the Best Literature” discussion with Music For Life’s Ryan Malone, part 1:
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“Just the Best Literature” discussion with Music For Life’s Ryan Malone, part 2:
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In this episode, we explore our program's brand new format and preview the exciting 2017-18 concert season at Armstrong Auditorium.
More on Armstrong Auditorium's 2017-18 Season:
www.armstrongauditorium.org
In this episode, we explore the Eroica Trio and the program for its upcoming performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Tickets: https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/eroica-trio
Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1784254371807679/
In this episode, we explore the commonly used form of “theme and variations” in the standard repertoire.
In this episode, we take another look at the 20th-century American musical invention known as jazz.
In this episode, we explore the Jerusalem Quartet and the program for its March 23 performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Show notes:
Tickets:
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/jerusalem-string-quartet
Facebook Event Page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1124450030950572/
In this episode, we explore the great quintet, sextet, septet, octet and nonet repertoire of music history.
In this episode, we explore the the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine, conductor Volodymyr Sirenko, piano soloist Alexei Grynyuk and the program for their March 9 performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Show notes:
Tickets:
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/national-symphony-orchestra-of-ukraine
Facebook Event Page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/949272808523634/
In this episode, we explore the great quartet repertoire of music history.
Beethoven’s Hymn of Thanksgiving in the form of a string quartet:
http://thelistenersclub.com/2015/11/25/beethovens-hymn-of-thanksgiving/
In this episode, we explore the Five Irish Tenors and the program for their February 21 performance at Armstrong Auditorium, as part of their first-ever North American tour.
Tickets information:
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/the-five-irish-tenors
Facebook Event Page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/455341088009055/
In this episode, we explore music of the standard repertoire intended to depict or imitate various animals.
Jazz Herd
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXKDu6cdXLI
In this episode, we will explore statements-and-echoes, question-and-answers and calls-and-responses as an attribute in many compositions of the standard repertoire.
Ella and Mel scat back and forth:
youtu.be/bX4-4rLJsnQ
In this episode, we explore the Russian National Ballet Theatre and its upcoming performances of Don Quixote at Armstrong Auditorium.
Tickets:
www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance…let-theatre
Facebook Event Page (Jan. 30)
www.facebook.com/events/1344829978877132/
Facebook Event Page (Jan. 31)
In this episode, we explore the pipa virtuoso Wu Man, the Shanghai String Quartet and the program for their upcoming collaborative performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Ticket information:
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/wu-man-pipa-with-shanghai-string-quartet
Facebook event page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1686713091577656/
In this episode, host Ryan Malone discusses the cast, plot and musical elements of his new stage production, “The Widow’s Might—The Story of Naomi, Ruth and Boaz” in the lead-up to its Armstrong Auditorium debut.
Ticket information:
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/the-widows-might
Facebook event page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/604642493073852/
In this episode, we explore compositions inspired by, or intended to honor, a victory — either fictional or historic, either on the battlefield or in other fields.
In this episode, we explore the Turtle Island Quartet and the program for its upcoming performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Armstrong Auditorium ticket page:
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/turtle-island-quartet
Facebook event page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/561522890693424/
TIQ website:
http://turtleislandquartet.com
In this episode, we explore compositions inspired by the memory of the deceased, or by death in general.
In this episode, we explore cellist Tess Remy-Schumacher, soprano Paula Malone and the program for their upcoming duo performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
Armstrong Auditorium ticket details:
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/tess-remy-schumacher-paula-malone
Facebook Event page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/815299218606329/
In this episode, we explore repertoire for a single instrument that is usually grouped with other instruments—from solo cello to one-handed piano.
In this episode, we explore compositions intended to depict laughter or an element of humor.
In this episode, we explore composers whose fathers or sons were also composers—plus a Classroom Corner about what the less-musical or non-musical parents can listen for when their children are practicing.
In this episode, we sample vast array of composers whose original career paths were to become lawyers.
In this episode, we explore The Step Crew — the dancers and the band — and the program for their upcoming performance at Armstrong Auditorium.
https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/the-stepcrew
http://stepcrew.com
In this episode, we explore the impact William Shakespeare had on the output of standard music history.
In this episode, we explore one of the most common lyrics in all sacred music: Hallelujah — and how that word has been treated in compositions throughout music history.
In this episode, we explore compositions written specifically to depict elements of evening or nighttime.
In this episode, the first after our summer break, we explore the idea of the musical breaks: interludes, intermezzi and entr’actes.