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The National Endowment for the Arts has withdrawn more than half a million dollars worth of grants that arts organizations all over Oregon were relying on. Portland Playhouse got a letter that said it would not get $25,000 meant for its production of August Wilson’s and Joe Turner’s "Come and Gone" that was to open the next day. Other organizations that saw their funding pulled include All Classical Portland, Oregon Children’s Theatre, NW Children’s Theatre, Passinart: A Theatre Company, and Profile Theatre. Portland Playhouse donors quickly made up the theatre’s lost $25,000 grant, but future federal funding is looking bleak to many Oregon arts organizations. Many of them met this week with Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, who vowed to do everything in her power to get federal funding restored. Claire Willett is a Portland-based playwright, artist and grant writer. She’s been following the NEA funding cuts for Oregon Arts Watch and joins us to share the latest developments.
All Classical Portland's Program Director John Pitman recently spoke with American choral composer Eric Whitacre, who has a career now spanning over three decades, is one of the world's most popular composers among audiences and choirs alike. Learn more on the All Classical Arts Blog: https://www.allclassical.org/pitman-review-whitacre-home/
All Classical Portland's Program Director John Pitman talks to British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor, whose new album touches on the relationships of Brahms and Robert and Clara Schumann. Learn more on the Arts Blog: https://www.allclassical.org/pitman-review-grosvenor-brahms/
All Classical Portland's Program Director John Pitman talks to pianist Mao Fujita about his new album, Mozart: The Complete Piano Sonatas, available now from Sony. Learn more on the Arts Blog: https://www.allclassical.org/mao-fujita-mozart/
All Classical Portland's Program Director John Pitman has long admired the artistry of Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes, having featured his recordings regularly over the past 30-plus years. His newest release is especially exciting because it includes rare recordings of the complete Poetic Tone Pictures by Czech composer Antonín Dvořák. Keep reading on the All Classical Portland Arts Blog: https://www.allclassical.org/pitman-review-andsness-poetic-tone-pictures/
An Adventure At Grannie's En Español by All Classical Portland
An Adventure At Grannie's in English by All Classical Portland
Angela and Joshua interview Adam Eccleston, internationally renowned flutist and Chair of All Classical Portland's "Recording Inclusivity Initiative (RII)." Drawing upon his Caribbean heritage and desire to program and perform works by composers of African descent, Eccleston details the origins and process of the RII, a collection of never-before recorded compositions from the African diaspora now made available to radio stations and media outlets the world over in October 2022 via All Classical Portland.Song Selections: "Sonata for Flute and Piano (mvt 1)" by Coleridge Taylor Perkinson, feat. Adam Eccleston on Flute"Taking Names" by Jasmine Barnes feat. Karen Slack"Spark and Glimmer" by Lauren McCallSupport the show
"Muse" is the name of the debut recording by cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason, and his sister, pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason. The siblings have recorded together before, in the 2020 release, "Carnival of the Animals", and have performed live many times. "Muse" includes two major 20th century cello sonatas, by Samuel Barber (1932); and Sergei Rachmaninov (1901), as well as shorter pieces by both composers. Sheku and Isata share the joys of performing as siblings (there is no rivalry, both say), and the challenges that have become all too familiar in these times. Hear the rest of the story in their conversation with All Classical Portland's Program Director John Pitman.
John Pitman, All Classical Portland's Director of Music and Programming, interviews pianist Seong-Jin Cho about the sixth and latest album. Returning to the music of Frédéric Chopin with Chopin: Piano Concerto No. 2, Cho's CD was recorded in April of 2021, in Hamburg and London. Seong-Jin shares with John the process, and the special challenges, of recording in a studio with an orchestra during the pandemic and offers his insight into the young Chopin's approach to the concerto form, as well as to the four Scherzi, which were written at various stages in the composer's life.
John interviews Randall Goosby, whose debut on the Decca label, "Roots," was released this summer (and is being played on All Classical Portland regularly). The disc is an exploration of music written by Black composers and of composers inspired by Black American culture. Randall tells John Pitman about the importance and responsibility of bringing underrepresented composers into the repertoire, finding balance between violin study and sports; and the mentorship of the great violinist Itzhak Perlman, whose summer camp in New York is on, naturally, Shelter Island.
John Pitman, director of Music and Programming at All Classical Portland interviews Portland composer Kenji Bunch about an important world premiere happening a few states away, at the Moab Music Festival in Utah, on September 4. Inspired by the autobiographical accounts of the incarceration of United States citizens – Japanese-Americans, in World War II – “Lost Freedom: A Memory” is a chamber music piece that is woven with words spoken by a man who, as a boy, was one of those citizens forced from their homes and made to live in desolate camps thousands of miles away from where they had lived: Actor George Takei (Star Trek) will take part in the premiere at Moab Music Festival, reading his own words to Kenji's newly-composed score. Both Kenji Bunch and George Takei join John for this special Arts Blog conversation about the premiere:
Tune in to the latest #AllShineNoFlash conversation with Suzanne Nance, president and CEO of All Classical Portland, one of the nation's most renowned classical music broadcast stations. We talk about Suzanne's upbringing and journey to becoming an acclaimed opera performer, common misconceptions about classical music and the diverse programming on All Classical Portland.
We have missed all of the live music in our lives over the length of the pandemic but one thing we should recognize is the efforts by broadcasters to keep sending the music our way. It hasn't been easy, as I can attest from my own show on KMHD but we do it because we love it and we know you need the music. With me today in the Artichoke Café is Suzanne Nance, CEO of All Classical Portland, also an on-air host there and a vocalist in her own right. What have they had to do to keep themselves in fresh programming? What does the future look like? It's always a delight to talk with her and today, no doubt will be too since we do see some daylight. Welcome back Suzanne Nance.
John Pitman Review: Balkan guitarist Miloš debuts new guitar concertos by All Classical Portland
Host and Producer Raúl Gómez-Rojas dives into the Recording Inclusivity Initiative. The Recording Inclusivity Initiative (RII) was created by All Classical Portland, a public radio station based in the Pacific Northwest, in collaboration with N M Bodecker Foundation and Naxos Records. RII seeks to address the gap of classical music composers and musicians from underrepresented communities that make it into the concert hall and onto the airwaves. With your nominations, we will work together to change America’s playlist by producing new high-quality recordings of classical music by underrepresented composers. Learn more at allclassical.org/recordinginclusivity
All Classical Portland's annual Lovefest Concert! Featuring performances recorded live at prior years' Lovefest Concerts, with music by Claude Debussy, James Taylor, Franz Liszt, Kenji Bunch, Cole Porter, and many more.
This program features All Classical Portland’s: Professional Artist in Residence Adam Eccleston, flute Young Artist in Residence Natalie Tan, piano Selected as Young Artist in Residence in partnership with Cognizart by Metro Arts Inc., and the 2020 Young Artists Debut! This recital was a joy to prepare, and from everyone at All Classical Portland, including Recording Engineer Daniel Hornbeck, Host Christa Wessel, and our Artists in Residents flutist Adam Eccleston and pianist Natalie Tan, we hope you enjoyed this beautiful program. Recital Program - Hungarian Dance No.1 by Johannes Brahms, Natalie Tan, piano - Ballade by Claude Debussy, Natalie Tan, piano - Summer, The Four Seasons by Antonio Vivaldi, Adam Eccleston, flute; Maria Garcia, piano - The Butterfly by Ernesto Kohler, Adam Eccleston, flute; Maria Garcia, piano - Bati I’gani (I have come into my garden) by Meira Warshauer, Adam Eccleston, flute - Serenata e Tango by Francesco Santucci, Adam Eccleston, flute; Maria Garcia, piano - Panamanian Impressions by Andrés Carrizo, Adam Eccleston, flute; Maria Garcia, piano - Claire de Lune by Claude Debussy, Adam Eccleston, flute; Maria Garcia, piano Artists in Residence is part of JOY (Joyous Outreach to You/th), All Classical Portland’s program dedicated to increasing equity and inclusivity in the arts. Learn more at allclassical.org/joy
Suzanne Nance is the President and CEO of All Classical Portland, an independent classical musical station in Oregon. In this episode of Concord Leaders, she talks about the joy of helping others flourish. And about why it can be important to move forward on a project even though it won't last.
ICAN ADVENTURE: Oliver by All Classical Portland
Preview of Sherlock Holmes & The West End Horror by All Classical Portland
The State of the Arts: Chris Ayzoukian by All Classical Portland
The State of the Arts: Yaacov Bergman by All Classical Portland
All Classical Portland is committed to giving our arts leaders and performers a platform throughout the year, and during this unique and difficult time, it is especially important to understand what’s happening in our local arts ecosystem. Through a series of written articles and on-air interviews, we will share the mic with our arts partners and friends and ask them to tell their story highlighting current joys, challenges, and innovations. In this episode, Suzanne Nance interviews flutist Adam Eccleston, All Classical Portland’s 2020 Artist-in-Residence and Program Director at Bravo Youth Orchestras.
All Classical Portland is committed to giving our arts leaders and performers a platform throughout the year, and during this unique and difficult time, it is especially important to understand what’s happening in our local arts ecosystem. Through a series of written articles and on-air interviews, we will share the mic with our arts partners and friends and ask them to tell their story highlighting current joys, challenges, and innovations. This week, Suzanne Nance interviews poet, healing artist, & creative revolutionist S. Renee Mitchell.
All Classical Portland is committed to giving our arts leaders and performers a platform throughout the year, and during this unique and difficult time, it is especially important to understand what’s happening in our local arts ecosystem. Through a series of written articles and on-air interviews, we will share the mic with our arts partners and friends and ask them to tell their story highlighting current joys, challenges, and innovations. This week, Suzanne Nance interviews the President & CEO of Britt Music and Arts Festival Donna Briggs, and the Music Director of Britt Festival Orchestra Teddy Abrams.
The State of the Arts: Damien Geter by All Classical Portland
Where We Live: Olivenbaum by All Classical Portland
The State of the Arts: Cynthia Fuhrman by All Classical Portland
All Classical Portland is committed to giving our arts leaders and performers a platform throughout the year, and during this unique and difficult time, it is especially important to understand what’s happening in our local arts ecosystem. Through a series of written articles and on-air interviews, we will share the mic with our arts partners and friends and ask them to tell their story highlighting current joys, challenges, and innovations. This week, Suzanne Nance interviews Abigail McKee, Executive Director of Portland Baroque Orchestra.
Niel DePonte Cognizart State Of The Arts by All Classical Portland
The State of the Arts: Sue Dixon by All Classical Portland
The State of the Arts: Scott Showalter by All Classical Portland
John Pitman Review: Wei Luo Debut by All Classical Portland
Youth Roving Reporter Amrita Jhooty: Momix, White Bird by All Classical Portland
Music Heals - PHAME by All Classical Portland
Music Heals - MusicNOW by All Classical Portland
Music Heals - MyMusicRX by All Classical Portland
Music Heals - MAYBELLE CENTER CHOIR by All Classical Portland
Music Heals - SING HERE NOW by All Classical Portland
John Pitman Review: Craig Phillips NY Polyphony Chat With Music by All Classical Portland
Holly - Music Heals by All Classical Portland
John Pitman Review: Augustin Hadelich links Brahms to Ligeti by All Classical Portland
Heather - Music Heals by All Classical Portland
John Pitman Review - Harpist Yolanda Kondonassis: American Rapture by All Classical Portland
John Pitman Review: Lara Downes is making “Holes in the Sky" by All Classical Portland
John Pitman Review: A Korean cellist in Paris (Hee-Young Lim plays French cello concertos) by All Classical Portland
All Classical Portland launched yesterday a new radio station -- this time aimed at children. The International Children’s Arts Network, or ICAN, is a new station on 89.9 HD-2 and online, which will feature music, poems, and literature, and much of it will be presented on air by kids. We talk with Program Manager Sarah Zwinklis, and youth reporter Emma Clarke, who tell us all about the new network and producing radio for kids.
Early in her career, violinist Hilary Hahn took on music that many before her wouldn't approach until they were a little older. She chose three of the six unaccompanied violin works of J.S. Bach, a set regarded as the pinnacle of solo violin repertoire. Now, 21 years later, Hahn returns to complete the set. Naturally, her interpretation may sound different, but one constant remains: Hilary Hahn is very much at home with these 6 pieces. She shares more about it with All Classical Portland's program director John Pitman.
Youth Roving Reporter Connor Barrow: Adam LaMotte, Portland Baroque Orchestra by All Classical Portland
On this special Valentine’s Day edition of Marti’s Music Kitchen, The FUN Music and Food Podcast, Where Anything Can Happen … my guest is Portland’s Queen of Classical, Suzanne Nance. She is an award-winning broadcaster, amazingly talented soprano, President and CEO of All-Classical Portland and host of Sunday Brunch. Suzanne has a passion for cooking, and will share her own recipe for a delicious Quiche Lorraine with a special hash brown crust. “I was thinking, you know, why not make quiche, and why not make it friendly for our gluten-free friends. … I’m not a gluten-free person, but I have so many friends who are…. So the idea of a hash-brown crust… it’s healthier, and it’s really tasty and it’s gluten-free!” As an added treat, Pianist, David Saffert will be joining us in the kitchen, so there is a LIVE performance from this down-to-earth Anti-Diva Diva! AND Suzanne and Marti team up for a Jazz & Scat Duet! What are her tips for making the perfect quiche? And what’s behind her love of driving? Tune in to hear her stories of food, music and life-on-the road. https://www.oregonwinepress.com/classic-pairings http://www.suzannenance.com/index.php https://www.allclassical.org https://www.facebook.com/DavidSaffertPiano/ #SuzanneNance #AllClassical #MartiMendenhall #DavidSaffert #QuicheLorraine #ValentineBreakfast http://MartiMendenhall.com http://Patreon.com/MartiMendenhall http://OregonMusicNews.com
On this special Valentine’s Day edition of Marti’s Music Kitchen, The FUN Music and Food Podcast, Where Anything Can Happen … my guest is Portland’s Queen of Classical, Suzanne Nance. She is an award-winning broadcaster, amazingly talented soprano, President and CEO of All-Classical Portland and host of Sunday Brunch. Suzanne has a passion for cooking, and will share her own recipe for a delicious Quiche Lorraine with a special hash brown crust. “I was thinking, you know, why not make quiche, and why not make it friendly for our gluten-free friends. … I’m not a gluten-free person, but I have so many friends who are…. So the idea of a hash-brown crust… it’s healthier, and it’s really tasty and it’s gluten-free!” As an added treat, Pianist, David Saffert will be joining us in the kitchen, so we have a LIVE performance from this down-to-earth Anti-Diva Diva! AND Suzanne and Marti team up for a Jazz and Scat Duet!! What are Suzanne’s tips for making the perfect quiche? And what’s behind her love of driving? Tune in to hear her stories of food, music and life-on-the road. https://www.oregonwinepress.com/classic-pairings http://www.suzannenance.com/index.php https://www.allclassical.org https://www.facebook.com/DavidSaffertPiano/ http://MartiMendenhall.com http://Patreon.com/MartiMendenhall http://OregonMusicNews.com Suzanne Nance’s Hash Brown Crust Quiche Lorraine: Ingredients: Hash Brown Crust 1 package (1 pound) frozen, organic hash brown potatoes, thawed Shredded cheddar cheese Grated parmesan cheese 1 egg Salt and pepper Quiche Pastry for a one-crust nine-inch pie 4 strips bacon 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 cup Gruyère or Swiss cheese, cubed ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 4 eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups heavy cream or 1 cup each milk and cream ¼ teaspoon nutmeg ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper Tabasco sauce to taste Directions: Hash Brown Crust Preheat the oven to 400°F. Defrost hash browns and squeeze excess moisture from hash browns. Mix in a bowl with butter, 1 egg, cheese(s), 1 teaspoon coarse salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Pat mixture into bottom and up sides of prepared pan. Reduce to 375°F and bake until set, 20 to 25 minutes, until sides turn to golden brown crisp! Quiche Cook the bacon until crisp and remove it from skillet. Pour off all but one tablespoon of the fat remaining in the skillet. Cook the onion in the remaining fat until the onion is transparent. Crumble the bacon and sprinkle the bacon, onion and cheeses over the inside of the partly baked pastry. Combine the eggs, cream, nutmeg, salt, pepper and Tabasco sauce to taste. Strain the mixture over the onion-cheese mixture. Slide the pie onto a baking sheet. Bake the pie until a knife inserted one inch from the pastry edge comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Remove to a wire rack. Let stand five or 10 minutes before serving. #SuzanneNance #AllClassical #MartiMendenhall #DavidSaffert #QuicheLorraine
More at https://www.philosophytalk.org/shows/praise-love-platos-symposium-meets-bernsteins-serenade. Plato’s Symposium is arguably the most memorable philosophical work ever written on the subject of love. It is also the inspiration for Leonard Bernstein’s gorgeous violin concerto, the Serenade. What would Plato think of Bernstein’s Serenade, especially given his criticism of art and poetry? Is Bernstein more interested in what one of Plato’s drunken characters calls “vulgar love”? Or is he inspired by Platonic love – the highest form of love? How does Bernstein explore these themes through his music? In this special episode featuring violin virtuoso Anne Akiko Meyers and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, John and Ken talk to Brandi Parisi from All Classical Portland radio about love – its nature, its origin and its purpose – and music.
Once again we’re in World Cup Coffee and Tea at NW 18th & Glisan for another OMN Coffeeshop Conversation. Today it’s a real star in Oregon’s Classical Music world, Suzanne Nance came to Portland to be the Program Director for All Classical Portland, our state-wide Classical Music service …not just radio…and now around two years later, she’s been named CEO at All Classical. That’s quite a change from her daily show and from wrangling on-air talent. How is she adapting? Does she miss doing her show? What about her new Sunday show? And when is she going to sing for everyone publicly here. Yes, she’s also a singer. What can’t she do? That will not be a line of inquiry. All Classical is riding a wave of popularity and she’s right in the middle of it. Let’s meet Suzanne Nance.
Feat. Suzanne Nance of All Classical Portland, we talk about the future of classical radio, and how she is engaging and reinventing how we listen to it. Drinking Sam Adams 'Double Bock', a 9.5% ABV beer packed full of flavor, listen to our conversations from Portland to Portland about all things classical radio. Cheers!