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MDJ Script/ Top Stories for July 18th               Publish Date:  July 18th      Commercial: GON :30 From the Ingles Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Thursday, July 18th and Happy heavenly Birthday to astronaut John Glenn. ***07.18.24 – BIRTHDAY – JOHN GLENN*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Cobb County and Six Cities Enter Historic Mediation at Marietta Hilton Cobb School Board to Set Millage Rate Cobb Denies Austell Man Selling Antiques from Home   Plus, Bruce Jenkins sits down with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on seedless watermelons.   All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    BREAK: CU of GA STORY 1: ‘Historic': Cobb County and Cities Enter Mediation   In a historic development, Cobb County and its six cities are undergoing formal mediation for the first time under state law regarding Service Delivery Strategy Agreements. Held at the Marietta Hilton, the mediation aims to resolve disputes over how services and funding are distributed between the county and cities, crucial for state compliance. Issues include differing interpretations of duplicate services and fiscal responsibilities, with potential consequences like loss of state funding if no agreement is reached by October 31. Mableton, transitioning to cityhood, observes closely as its services depend on the mediation's outcome. STORY 2: Cobb Scholl Board to Set Milage Rate   The Cobb County Board of Education is set to decide on maintaining a flat millage rate of 18.7 mills for 2024, despite rising property values expected to bring in an additional $54.96 million in tax revenue, a 7.32% increase from last year. While this won't increase taxes, homeowners could see an average increase of $255.17 in property taxes for a $450,000 home. Debate among board members includes potential implications of rolling back the millage rate to mitigate tax hikes, amid community concerns over tax burdens and budget allocations already in place. Public input will influence the final decision at tonight's meeting. STORY 3: Cobb Denies Austell Man Selling Antiques from Home This week, the Cobb Board of Commissioners rejected Edwin Stafford's request to operate an antique store and yard sale from his home on Austell Powder Springs Road. Stafford sought a 24-month permit to sell antiques on weekends after complaints from neighbors and businesses about his previous unauthorized sales. Despite Stafford's plea that this business was his livelihood, Commissioner Monique Sheffield cited ongoing violations of county codes and noted that Stafford's activities didn't fit the area's development plans, which aim to attract more structured businesses. The board unanimously denied Stafford's application, leaving him to consider alternatives for sustaining his business. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. We'll be right back  Break: DRAKE STORY 4: Proposed East Cobb Whataburger Deferred The Cobb Board of Commissioners voted 4-0 to extend Whataburger's request for a site plan change for a new restaurant at the former O'Charley's location in east Cobb. The fast-food chain, aiming to establish its fifth Cobb County location, faced delays due to incomplete architectural landscaping plans. Issues arose regarding compliance with Cobb County Tree Ordinance parking lot tree standards, requiring adjustments such as additional parking lot peninsulas. The proposed site plan conflicts with prior land-use restrictions prohibiting fast-food restaurants and drive-thru services, stipulated in a settlement with Sembler Retail and Sembler Family Partnership in 1999. The matter will be reconsidered at the next zoning hearing on August 20. STORY 5: OUT AND ABOUT: 5 Things to do This Weekend in Cobb County—July 19-21 The Southern-Fried Gaming Expo, Atlanta's 11th annual gaming convention, takes place at the Cobb Galleria Centre and Renaissance Waverly Hotel & Convention Center this weekend. Attendees can enjoy free play on over 500 arcade games, pinball machines, and video game consoles, alongside celebrity guests and hundreds of tabletop games and events. Hours are Friday 3-11:45 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-11:45 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Swiftie Night at Jennie T. Anderson Theatre offers karaoke, trivia, and music bingo this Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m., featuring activities and themed attire for Taylor Swift fans. Kennesaw presents an outdoor movie screening of "Top Gun: Maverick" at Swift-Cantrell Park on Friday, starting with family activities at 6 p.m. and the movie at sundown. Nickel Creek and Andrew Bird perform at Coca-Cola Roxy on Friday at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $61 to $181 for VIP, celebrating Nickel Creek's new album. Black Violin celebrates 20 years of music at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre on Saturday at 8 p.m., with ticket prices from $39 to $200 for VIP table seating, featuring a blend of classical and hip-hop violin music. We'll be back in a moment    Break: INGLES 8 – SEVEN GUITARS   And now here is Bruce Jenkins' conversation with Leah McGrath on seedless watermelons.   LEAH INTERVIEW   We'll have closing comments after this.   Break: GON :60   Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. 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Black Violin will perform at the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre on Saturday, July 20 at 8pm. My guest for Perspectives is one half of this dynamic duo, Wil Baptiste. About this group 303 Magazine wrote, "Today, genre-defying acts dominate the music industry, and artists move between styles with a level of comfort rarely — if ever — observed before. Few of these musical shapeshifters are as original and as captivating as string instrumentalists Kev Marcus and Wil B, who fuse hip-hop and classical music together as the band, Black Violin." Will shares their back story with me, their commitment to exposing young people to their talent reaching more than 100,000 students annually via their free performances and creating new and innovative music.

Kevin Sylvester and Wilner Baptiste met as talented teenage music students in Florida, playing violin and viola respectively. They clicked as friends, and after pursuing their university training in music, the two classically trained instrumentalists formed their hip hop duo, Black Violin. Their performances are energetic, surprising, and captivating. They use the stage names Kev Marcus and Wil B, and take their show on the road. Suzanne spoke with Wil B about his path to life as a musician, and how Black Violin is paying it forward to foster the musical talents of the NEXT generation.

The award-winning strings duo Black Violin has been mixing classical and hip hop for over twenty years. The group's goal is to make the violin and viola sound naturally and unabashedly Black. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.

More expansion for the College Football Playoff? Heading into the first year with a 12-team field, CFP committee members are already talking about bumping the number of teams up to 14 by 2026. Spring training has arrived and we've got some injuries and comeback updates to cover. Shen grad Ian Anderson eyes his return from Tommy John surgery. Plus, hip-hop duo Black Violin is coming to the Palace Theatre on March 29. We're talking with Wil B. And, EJ Gallup joins the show as he has the FMCC Raiders men's basketball team rolling again this season.

Wil B, one half of the hip-hop meets classical string duo Black Violin connected with Jazz88 in anticipation of their show on Saturday, February 10 at the State Theatre.

Wil B, one half of the hip-hop meets classical string duo Black Violin connected with Jazz88 in anticipation of their show on Saturday, February 10 at the State Theatre.

We continue our music series this week! This is part 1 of Professors Joseph Ewoodzie and Tyler Bunzey gracing the pod to talk gender in hip hop.Samantha talks everyone through alternative representations of masculinity in hip hop.How does including classical instruments in hip hop impact our view of the genre?How does the advent of rappers with different sexualities and gender performances into the mainstream impact hip hop now?Is it probable that there were LGBTQ rappers at the inception of hip hop? Dr. Joseph Ewoodzie weighs in…We continue to examine which voices who are valued in hip hop by zooming out and considering all of its historical influences.Tyler Bunzey offers some important cultural context around Southern rappers and the performance of gender in hip hop – how do different US cultures shape that performance within the genre?He also breaks down how gender and sexuality are racialized – why is queerness considered to be a white thing if Marsha P Johnson was at the forefront of LGBTQ rights movement?Referenced on this episode:Interview with Black ViolinBlack Violin's “Stereotypes”Tyler Bunzey's Hip Hop Sublime theoryDr. Ewoodzie's seminal book Break Beats in the BronxBig Freedia challenges hip hop as we know itDaphne Brooks's Liner Notes for the RevolutionCheck out our last Beneath the MASK

On this week's "Friday LIVE Extra" previews of Black Violin at Steelhouse Omaha and Les Grands Ballets at the Lied Center.

On this week's "Friday LIVE Extra" previews of Black Violin at Steelhouse Omaha and Les Grands Ballets at the Lied Center.

Instagram - Veganish Instagram - Lulu MasonInstagram - Melanin FlicksMelanin Flicks email - misscompton2017@gmail.comMaliyah Mason is a multi-talented musician, actress, and advocate hailing from Compton, CA. Her journey into the world of music began in 2008 when she joined her middle school band and picked up the trumpet and clarinet. As she honed her skills, Maliyah's passion for music grew, leading her to switch to the French Horn during her sophomore year of high school.In 2013-14, Maliyah achieved a significant milestone in her life when she was elected as the first black female drum major of Millikan High, a testament to her talent, leadership, and determination.After high school, she pursued her love for storytelling and enrolled in California State University Long Beach, where she studied Screenwriting. During her junior year in college, Maliyah unexpectedly entered her very first pageant and emerged victorious, earning the prestigious title of Miss Compton 2017.During her reign as Miss Compton, Maliyah used her platform to promote the importance of music education for the youth of Compton. She collaborated with the House of Blues to secure musical instrument donations for the students of Dominguez High School and organized opportunities for them to attend concerts by artists like Black Violin, further exposing them to the power of music.Following her college graduation, Maliyah embarked on a fulfilling journey as a Reading, Writing, and Comprehension tutor while pursuing her dreams in the entertainment industry. Part-time auditions led to her securing roles in commercials, including a spot with Sonic Burgers and a commercial produced by the Fine Bros for Hershey's.In a remarkable turn of events, Maliyah's career continued to soar as she embraced her passion for acting and advocacy. She now serves as the host of the MelaninFlix TV show "Veganish," a platform where she spreads awareness about the benefits of veganism. The show, directed by the talented Jay Gerren and produced by Coledias Wilson, allows her to make a positive impact on both the community and the environment, showcasing her dedication to meaningful causes.Maliyah Mason's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, creativity, and using one's platform for positive change. With her impressive accomplishments in various fields, she continues to inspire others to pursue their passions and uplift their communities.Support the show

Daru Jones is known for his work with Jack White as well as his list of collaborators that include, Bootsy Collins, Kanye West, Pete Rock, Gloria Gaynor, Slum Village, Jamie Lidell, Talib Kweli, Dwight Yoakam, Nas, Pee Wee Ellis, Lorenzo Jovanotti, Queen Latifah, Black Milk, Salaam Remi, Pharoahe Monch, Rance Allen, Black Violin, Ski Beatz & The Sensei's, and Jon B just to name a few. Throughout the course of his career, Jones has received rave reviews from Rolling Stone Magazine, LA Weekly, Esquire.com, Fuse.tv, the Los Angeles Times, and USA Today (among countless others). He has also appeared on several national and international television programs: The David Letterman Show, Jools Holland (UK), The Colbert Report, Saturday Night Live, and on the iconic MTV. In this episode, Daru talks about:    His new PDP signature kit    Navigating the music scene as an introvert    How his faith has guided his life choices    How to stay grounded when touring    The power to inspire    Moving to Nashville and finding his musical family    New book: Daru Jones play the breaks - Live from Layman Deluxe edition

On this episode of Red Carpet, we have Ghanaian-American entrepreneurs amplifying African voices, and Black Violin speak to us about their journey.

We have two timed Grammy winning duo, The Black Violin..............................................Black Violin is comprised of Kev Marcus and Wil Baptiste. A concert performance that boldly merges centuries of music and unites audiences with a message of hope and possibility. Fans can expect to be immersed in a sound that transcends categories and celebrates ingenuity and ambition, proving anything is possible..................................Also Support the Black Violin Foundation. A non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth by providing access to quality music programs in their community. BVF believes that music and access to music programs should not be determined by race, gender, or socio-economic status. Black Violin Foundation's inaugural program the Musical Innovation Grant for Continuing Education will provide scholarships to young music students to attend a program of their liking that fosters musical creativity and innovation. Applications are now open for grants for music instruments and more..................................See Black Violin at the Kimmel Cultural Campus this Thursday March 9, 2023 at 7pm. Tickets are on sale now.......................Follow Black Violin on their socials: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok..................................As always you can follow me on the blog and on all socials as Toitimeblog

In the news today: For our first headline of the day focusing on updates for campus safety, MSU to lock on-campus buildings in evenings, ramp up safety measures. For our second headline focusing on culture, The Black Violin experience brings genre-bending performance to the Wharton Center. For our final headline of the week focusing on spring graduation, everything you need to know about MSU spring semester graduation.

"Black Violin'', Kev Marcus & Wil Baptiste - Grammy nominated duo "Black Violin" join Tavis for a conversation about defying the stereotypes of Black people and Black musicians through their work and witness – and to talk about their story, how they are empowering young musicians through their foundation, and how their current tour is going.

Host Luke Burbank and announcer Elena Passarello celebrate "Black History Month" with this special episode. Comedian Sam Jay (Saturday Night Live) discusses developing a whole new kind of late night show with her HBO series PAUSE with Sam Jay; writer and publisher Jelani Memory (A Kids Book About Racism) explains how he launched a book series for parents and kids to tackle heavy topics; cellist and folk musician Leyla McCalla brings the musicality of Langston Hughes' poetry to life with "Song for a Dark Girl" from her Smithsonian Folkways album Vari-Colored Songs; and instrumental duo Black Violin unpack the intersection of hip hop and classical music, before performing the titular track of their album Stereotypes.

P.A. talks with Kev from The Black Violin Experience. They will be performing at the Muskegon Frauenthal Theater on February 26 at 7:30pm

Kev Marcus is a Grammy nominated recording artist and co-founder of Black Violin, a band he formed with his longtime friend Wil Baptiste, in which they combine their classical training and hip-hop influences to create a distinctive multi-genre sound.  In addition to being a musical groundbreaker, Kev is a father, husband, activist, author and a person who pushes for progress and seeks to shatter expectations.  In this interview, Kev shares with Kiesha about finding his way after feeling trapped by the very success he pursued and about how he has approached navigating depression and replenishing his soul. Episode Resources:Black Violin – Official WebsiteBlack Violin on IGA Violinist Without a Stage. Black Violin, cancelled or postponed… | by Kevin Marcus Sylvester | MediumBooks:Be Water, My FriendThe Greatest Salesman in the WorldThe Greatest Salesman in the World, Part II: The End of the StoryThe Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal FreedomContact InfoSend booking inquiries for Kiesha to (info at kieshagarrison.co)Kiesha on IG: @kiesha_garrisonDirectly support the podcast financially:Cash AppVenmo

On Friday's show: Five refineries in Texas exceeded federal limits on benzene pollution, some in the Houston area. We talk about what comes next. Also this hour: We visit the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston to consider the historical significance of the official portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama. Then, we discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week. And we preview an upcoming performance by the classical/hip-hop crossover duo Black Violin.

Today's episode is the weekly News Roundup for May 6, 2022. In this episode I go over the results of the recent statewide and local elections, talk about what may happen to women's right to an abortion in Ohio if the Supreme Court does indeed overturn Roe v. Wade, cover a new restaurant/grocery store coming to downtown Dayton, and preview things happening next week and later this month. A complete transcript for this episode is available at discoverdaytonpodcast.com!   Transcript: Hello and welcome to the Discover Dayton podcast, the show that's all about the Gem City's past, present, and future. I'm Arch Grieve and I'm your host, and today's episode is the weekly news roundup for May 5th, 2022. There's a lot that happened last week, including local and statewide elections, an increase in the likelihood that Ohio will no longer permit abortions to take place, a new restaurant and grocery store coming to downtown Dayton, and lots of things to do next week and throughout this month. You won't want to miss this episode, so stay tuned.    Well, the first of what will likely be two Ohio primaries took place this past Tuesday, and former Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley won the Democratic primary race for Ohio Governor with 65% of the vote, while Mike Dewine won the Republican primary with 48%. The two face off now head to head in the general election later this year on November 8th, with Whaley already becoming the first woman of a major party in Ohio to earn the nomination for governor. In the Secretary of State Race, current Secretary Frank LaRose won the Republican primary, and he will face Democrat Chelsea Clark, who was unopposed. In the race for Ohio's next US Senator Ohio Congressman Tim Ryan won the Democratic primary with close to 70% of the vote, while author JD Vance won the Republican primary with a plurality of about 32%. Morgan Harper, who came on this show recently, received about 18% of the vote in the Democratic primary. Moving closer to home, Dayton blogger David Esrati won the Democratic primary by a plurality with about 31% of the electorate, defeating Baxter Stapleton, who also appeared on the show recently. Esrati will face off against Mike Turner, who ran unopposed in the primary race. Also locally the one candidate who appeared on this show and won was Angelina Jackson, who will now face Judge Robert Hanseman in the fall in the race to be Montgomery County's Common Pleas Court Judge. Jordan Wortham won the Republican primary race for Montgomery County Commissioner, beating Rennes Bowers by just .2%. Board of Elections workers noted that turnout was low, with just 21% of eligible voters actually going to the polls.    The City of Dayton is utilizing a new strategy to try to increase the amount of affordable housing in the city, which a local nonprofit estimated will need an additional 3,800 new rental units and 4,600 new units for sale by 2026. Recently, the city put together a roundtable for community stakeholders, which the city hopes will put forward recommendations on how to increase the supply of housing in the area while also preserving existing housing. The committee is expected to provide recommendations on things like how to preserve and expand its housing supply, where to put new housing, how to improve code enforcement, and how best the city can use its resources to help alleviate the problem. The process, which began in March, is expected to last between six to nine months.   Dayton Police are urging drivers to slow down in the wake of a deadly crash that killed four people in Dayton this past Sunday at North Gettysburg St. and James Avenue. The driver of the car is reported to have lost control and slammed into a phone pole. Police say that this is part of a spike in reckless driving accidents in Dayton compared to this time last year, which includes 14 fatal crashes this year so far, an increase of 75% from last year during the same time.    The City of Dayton has also been in the news recently for its new street parking app, which can be found at 1,300 parking spaces downtown already. The city claims that the app helps them manage parking more efficiently through what City Manager Shelley Dickstein calls a “single, centralized system.” The city also says that the app is more convenient for people visiting the downtown area, as they can now extend their parking sessions without having to return to the meter and get alerts when their time is about to expire. The Parking Pass system is available through your app store, although you can still pay with change or a credit card (in some locations) as well.    Marijuana advocates are upset at state lawmakers, who they have accused in a recent court filing of trying to circumvent the state statute process and keep their ballot measure off the ballot in November. The Coalition to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol filed suit against the state in Franklin County recently, arguing that state officials are illegally trying to keep their marijuana legalization bill off the ballot because Republican party leaders are opposed to recreational marijuana's legalization. The ballot measure would allow Ohioans over the age of 21 to buy and possess up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana as well as be able to grown their own plants at home. The controversy is over whether or not the coalition got their ballot measure submitted and approved in time for it to be eligible.    Also happening at the state level, abortion rights advocates are concerned about the recent Supreme Court decision that's been leaked recently at the federal level because Ohio legislators have two bills that have been called “trigger bans,” which will go into effect in Ohio in the event that the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, which seems all but certain to do later this year after a draft opinion written by Justice Alito was leaked recently. The bills are Ohio Senate Bill 123 and Ohio House Bill 598. Here in Dayton a rally for reproductive rights was held on Tuesday, with some participants dressed as characters from the Handmaid's Tale, the Hulu series about a dystopian future where authoritarian religious conservatives take over the American government.     The popular downtown Dayton coffee shop, Third Perk, will be opening a restaurant in West Dayton that will feature southern-style cooking. The new location would have carry-out service, and owner Juanita Darden is applying to receive $50,000 from the city's West Dayton Development Trust Fund to get the project started, in addition to the $200,000 that Third Perk will be investing. The restaurant would open on the site of an old restaurant at 3907 W. Third St.    Another restaurant that is opening even sooner and coming to downtown Dayton is Tony and Pete's Grocery and Cold Cuts, which is expected to open later this month in Dayton's Fire Blocks District. The store will have a small curated grocery section, which will include things like milk and eggs and beer and wine. There will also be a sandwich counter where people can order cold and hot sandwiches, salads, and sides.    If you're downtown this weekend on Saturday or Sunday in the UD area just know that restaurants and other places may be busy as UD holds its graduation services over the course of the two days. They have a new record number of undergraduates earning degrees at 1,655, and over 2,000 students will be awarded degrees in total.    A local filmmaker, Collin Brazie, is going to be premiering his new movie “Foxhole,” which is told from the perspective of five soldiers from three different wars, including the American Civil War, World War I, and the Iraq War. Brazie earned his MFA in film production and cinematography and specializes in narrative, documentary, and branded content. The premier will take place tomorrow, Saturday, May 7, at The Neon at 4:00pm. Ticket prices are $10.50 and can be purchased at the box office or neonmovies.com.   And now, here are some things to do next week and over the course of the remainder of this month:   Mariah Ivey, Thomas Ellison, and Siri Imani will be performing tonight, Friday May 6th, at the PNC Arts Annex. They are the organizers of the program Broken English: Dayton, and are partnering with visual artists Zuri Ali and Jamaal Durr for the pre-show, which will feature cocktails and artwork by the two artists. The cost to attend is $25 to $35 and tickets can be purchased at daytonlive.org.   If you're looking for an event for the whole family tonight, check out the Passport to MetroParks program going on tonight from 6:00 to 9:00pm at RiverScape MetroPark on Monument Ave. The event features live music, food trucks, family activities, and more. There will be prizes for those who complete their stamp passports by visiting all of the vendor booths, and the grand prize tonight is a $1,500 Huffy Motiric Adult Electric Folding Bike. Learn more at MetroParks.org.    Also tonight, May 6th, Black Violin will be performing at the Schuster Center at 7:30pm. Wil B and Kev Marcus are the duo members and their music blends classical with world music, R&B, and pop into a unique and amazing sound. Tickets range in price from $30 to $50 and can be purchased at daytonlive.org.    Just yesterday three art exhibitions opened up at the Contemporary Dayton. Those include Beverly Fishman's exhibition, “Cure,” George Rush's “Assisted Living,” and Mary Reid Kelley's and Patrick Kelley's “Night Kitchen.” You can see the art for free at the Contemporary's Dayton Arcade location now through July 22nd.    You may have heard of the band KISS. Well they'll be performing as part of their “End of the Road Tour” Thursday, May 12 at the Nutter Center. Tickets are still available starting out at $100. Visit nuttercenter.com for ticket information.    On Friday, May 13th, at 8:00pm, Rhapsody-N-Soul Georgia Me, who is known as the Queen of the Spoken Word, will be headlining an evening of poetry at the Dayton Arcade alongside Daytonians Ralph Farley and Leroy Bean, who will also be performing that evening. Find out more at arcadedayton.com.    The Dayton Contemporary Dance Company is hosting its annual gala this month entitled “Solstice: Mahogany Night,” on Saturday, May 14th. The event will feature a special dance program, food, cocktails, and more. The event will take place at the Marriott at the University of Dayton, and ticket prices range from $175 to $300.    On May 15th you can see young performers from the Dayton Ballet School at the Victoria Theater, where over 100 young performers will be performing “Alice in Wonderland.” The cost to attend is just $20, and tickets can be purchased at daytonlive.org.   On Thursday, May 19th at the PNC Arts Annex you can see the play “Friend Art,” by Sofia Alvarez, which looks at what happens when romantic entanglements and personal aspirations intertwine. The cost to attend is $22 and the play is recommended only for those who are 18 or older.    May 20th is National Bike to Work Day, and now is the time to get organized for the Fiver River MetroParks Bike to Work Day celebration and pancake breakfast as there are group challenges for the team with the most riders, the team with the most miles commuted, and more. The first 500 riders to register and check-in at the event receive a gift, and you can pre-register now online at MetroParks.org. The event takes place from 7:00-9:00am at the RiverScape Metro Park on Monument Ave. and features a free pancake breakfast, live music, a bike expo, and more, so hopefully I'll see you there!   Sideshow, one of the Dayton Yellow Cab's annual shows, is coming back this month on May 20th and 21st, after taking several years off due to Covid-19. This year performers will include Far From Eden, Tino, Nautical Theme, Snake Oil Revival, and more. Ticket information is available at yellowcabtavern.com.   TheatreLab Dayton will be ending its first season since rebranding from Dare 2 Defy Productions with the show “Something Rotten!” The show takes place at the Victoria Theatre on May 21st and 22nd and the cost to attend ranges from $18 to $63. You can purchase tickets at theatrelabdayton.org or daytonlive.org.    The Dayton Philharmonic Chorus and Orchestra will be performing the show “Epic Opera” on May 21st and 22nd, which is a program that includes works by composers like Verdi, Wagner, Puccini, and more. The shows will take place at the Schuster Center and ticket prices range from $32 to $100. Visit daytonlive.org for tickets.   Carillon Historical Park hosts its annual “Party in the Park” event, AKA Fleurs de Fete, on my birthday, May 22nd, from 1:00-4:00pm. The event features over 200 wine samplings and food from local eateries, in addition to live music. Pre-sale tickets are $70 and you must be 21 or older to purchase tickets.    Traveling performers will be in town towards the end of the month to perform “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” at the Schuster Center from May 26th through the 28th. Tickets range in price from $29 to $89 and can be purchased at daytonlive.org.    Starting Friday, May 27th, the Dayton Theatre Guild will be performing “The Old Man and the Old Moon,” which will be directed by Jeff Sams. The show will run through June 12th. Tickets are $21 for adults, $19 for seniors, and $14 for students. Visit daytontheatreguild.org for tickets.   Standup comedian, actor, and TV show host, Donnell Rawlings, will perform at Wiley's later this month on May 27th and 28th. Tickets go for $45 and can be purchased online at wileyscomedy.com.    And of course, this Sunday is Mother's Day, so I just want to wish a Happy Mother's Day to all of the moms out there, including mine, and let you know that there are a number of restaurants doing specials for Mother's Day, including Jollity, Salar, Dublin Pub, Bar and Bistro at Top of the Market, and the Amber Rose.    That's it for this week's news roundup episode, and if you enjoyed this episode please be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend. As a reminder, there is now merch on the podcast's website, and I recently started offering a new service for local organizations where I will come and do Dayton-themed trivia for your employees or members, so if you're interested reach out at discoverdaytonpodcast@gmail.com. You can also find the transcripts for this news roundup episode in the show notes on my website, discoverdaytonpodcast.com. Thanks as always for listening, and stay funky, Dayton.

On today's episode REWIND of LaunchLeft, Summer & Rain Phoenix get to talk with Kev Marcus and Wil B. of the musical duo, Black Violin. Kev and Wil B. are classically trained string instrumentalists who have combined classical music with hip-hop. Today, our guests share with us their musical influences, their goal for others to be inspired and active in the music community, and to help provide others with opportunities. Tune in to this episode and stick around to the end to hear a LIVE performance at Gold Diggers LA of one of their songs! -----------------  LAUNCHLEFT OFFICIAL WEBSITE https://www.launchleft.com  LAUNCHLEFT PATREON  https://www.patreon.com/LaunchLeft  TWITTER  https://twitter.com/LaunchLeft  INSTAGRAM  https://www.instagram.com/launchleft/  FACEBOOK  https://www.facebook.com/LaunchLeft  --------------------- LaunchLeft Podcast hosted by Rain Phoenix is an intentional space for Art and Activism where famed creatives launch new artists. LaunchLeft is an alliance of left-of-center artists, a curated ecosystem that includes a podcast, label and NFT gallery. --------------------- IN THIS EPISODE: [03:00] Kevin & Wil B. of Black Violin, talk about their musical style and new album [06:00] Kevin & Wil B. explain how they found music in their lives, studying classical music, & how they decided to marry classical music with hip hop [13:00] The musical influences in their lives that have inspired their music [21:00] How the duo's music creates common ground among people  [26:00] Kevin & Wil B. share how their hope to inspire others  [37:00] How they use their artistry as a form of activism [40:34] Listen to a LIVE song from their latest album LINKS: https://blackviolin.net  https://www.instagram.com/blackviolin/ https://www.facebook.com/BlackViolinMusic/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC13qVNV7MWSB54MegD5C19w See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Black Violin brings their unique blend of classical and hip-hop to the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center in Charlotte. The genre-defying duo of violinist Kev Marcus and violist Wil B. is known for its artistry and high energy performances. On this episode, Wil B. talks about breaking down cultural barriers through music and thinking about musical genres in a more fluid way. He also explains Black Violin's commitment to music education and providing opportunities for young people that allow them to explore their musical interests. Pictured: Wil B. from Black Violin; photo by Albert Manduca. Wil B. of Black Violin

At this point in his career, it might take us less time to list the amazing things Kev Marcus hasn't done. As the violinist in Black Violin, Marcus has played thousands of shows all around the planet. He's collaborated with the likes of Alicia Keys, Wu-Tang Clan, Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz. He's helped produce music for Tom Petty, Lupe Fiasco and more. He's opened for Jay-Z, Kanye West and Akon. He's played on Broadway, been part of Super Bowl and U.S. Open performances, and entertained President Obama at one of his Inauguration Balls. In the process, he's also helped to change perceptions about what both classical music and hip-hop can be. Before he was reaching listeners from all around the world, Marcus was a mischievous kid in Florida who was handed a string instrument and told to play. Prior to Black Violin's upcoming tour (which includes a Feb. 3 show at Marcus Performing Arts Center), the accomplished violinist spoke with My First Band host Tyler Maas about many of those aforementioned experiences, his musical start and how meeting his longtime bandmate Wil B in high school — coupled with some formative instructors and significant album discoveries in college — changed the trajectory of his life. Along the way, Marcus also talked about busking outside of Miami night clubs to build a following and book shows, winning Showtime at the Apollo, and the importance of showing kids that classical music can be cool. My First Band is sponsored by Mystery Room Mastering and Lakefront Brewery. The show is edited by Jared Blohm. You can listen to My First Band on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and wherever else you get podcasts. You can also listen to rebroadcasts of previous My First Band episodes on WMSE every Wednesday from noon to 12:30 p.m. CST. Music used in this episode comes courtesy of Devils Teeth (“The Junction Street Eight Tigers”) and Black Violin ("Dreamer").

It's Midday on the Arts.  A little later in this hour, Tom checks in with our theater critic, J Wynn Rousuck, for her reviews of two shows at Baltimore Center Stage. Tom will also talk to some folks from Baltimore's Everyman Theater about their new production of Thornton Wilder's The Skin of Our Teeth. But we begin with two classically trained string players who have reimagined the repertoire and the audience for their instruments. In 2004, two high school buddies from Broward County, Florida, formed the duo Black Violin. Here's Wil B on viola and Kev Marcus on violin with a little taste of Black Violin from their 2020 release, a holiday album called Give Thanks. This is their take on the classic, Joy to the World. Black Violin is in the middle of a national tour that has them playing the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall here in Baltimore tonight (Dec.10), for one show only. They'll be joined on stage by DJ SPS and drummer Nat Stokes. Their show starts at 8:00. For ticketing information, click here. Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus join us on Zoom from south Florida. Their conversation with Tom was recorded earlier this week, so we can't take any calls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This black, male classical/hip hop hybrid violin duo known as Black Violin, discusses the beauty of defying stereotypes and encouraging more diversity in the arts.

Join Caroline and her friend Corryn Freeman as they chat about teenage foibles, Paris kitchens, and ... terrorism? Corryn can be found speaking the truth on Instagram, check out her husband Will's fantastic Grammy nominated band Black Violin here on Instagram and YouTube, and follow her sister Camille's rap career here on Instagram.You can find Caroline on Instagram, YouTube, and even join her facebook group Good Wine, Good People. Don't forget to check out her Wine Mood Quiz!Find Us OnlineWebsite: https://www.parisundergroundradio.com/winedinecarolineshappyhourFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/parisundergroundradioInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/parisundergroundradio/Credits Host: Caroline Conner, https://www.parisundergroundradio.com/carolineconner; https://www.instagram.com/winedinecaroline/, www.winedinecaroline.com; www.lyonwinetastings.comProducer: Jennifer Geraghty, https://www.parisundergroundradio.com/jenniferfoxgeraghty; @jennyphoria; Website: http://jennyphoria.comAbout UsJoin expert wine teacher Caroline Conner, otherwise known as Wine Dine Caroline, as she laughs along with her friends for Happy Hour. This isn't your average wine podcast. It's a celebration of fun, friendship, and joy! 
In each episode, Caroline will chat with a friend, they'll share a stupid, funny, or all-out ridiculous story, and Caroline will pair a wine with it. Cheers to Happy Hour!

Have you ever heard of slave orchestras? What does a post-colonial 'classical' music ecosystem look like? Cellist, composer, multi-instrumentalist and writer Jon Silpayamanant joins Garrett to talk about how the intersection of colonialism and music have impacted the world, and ideas on how musicians can help inspire mental decolonization. Garrett and Scott highlight the story of a Black man who managed to make friends with members of the Ku Klux Klan, share music performed by Turkish and Armenian musicians, and more. And Garrett puts the trill in TRILLOQUY in a final movement admonishing a headline and article with extremely triggering and historically racist overtones. Playlist: Julia Adolphe - "Veil of Leaves" Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson - Sinfonietta No. 1, Mvt. III Black Violin - "Stereotypes" Daryl Davis - "Leave Me Alone" perf. Bilal Göregen - "Ievan Polkka" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUYvbT6vTPs) perf. Loituma - "Ievan Polkka" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yh9i0PAjck) Narek Hakhnazaryan - Sollima, Lamentatio (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJkIsdDG2Rk) arr. Cristián Tamblay - Bartok, String Quartet No. 4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97ygszrm1vI) ลาวเสี่ยงเทียน ขุนอิน ระนาดบางกอก (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewbWAfeTL8o&list=PL4sqmkGjp8d9lKQiy2dZWNDEcCFGSsYxW&index=4) Xavier Dubois Foley - "Shelter Island" More: Downbeat (Anthony Fauci vs. Rand Paul): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kB2wVer3E1s 2022 Sphinx Medals of Excellence Awardees: https://www.sphinxmusic.org/sphinx-medals-of-excellence/ Grammy-nominated duo Black Violin will blend classical and hip-hop in Jimmy Dean Theater: https://www.progress-index.com/story/entertainment/2021/07/23/grammy-nominated-classical-meets-hip-hop-duo-black-violin-will-play-perkinson-center-for-the-arts/8073668002/ Texas Senate Passes Controversial Education Bill: https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/verify/education-verify/texas-not-banned-history-marginalized-groups-school-curriculums/536-fb588fe9-b861-472d-ae0f-7af751d2eab3 How One Man Convinced 200 Ku Klux Klan Members To Give Up Their Robes: https://www.npr.org/2017/08/20/544861933/how-one-man-convinced-200-ku-klux-klan-members-to-give-up-their-robes A Mixed Start For Decca's New Violin Poster Boy Randall Goosby: https://www.ludwig-van.com/toronto/2021/07/23/lebrecht-listens-a-mixed-start-for-deccas-new-violin-poster-boy-randall-goosby/

Marc Lipsitch, professor of epidemiology at Harvard's T.H. Chan School of Public Health,takes a closer look at the Covid-19 lab leak theory with Bianna Golodryga. He says there needs to be an investigation into the origins of Covid-19. Then science writer for The Atlantic Ed Yong warns of an impending mental health crisis after the Covid pandemic and explains how it can be combated. Continuing our conversation about trauma, our Michel Martin speaks to Palestinian-American author and clinical psychologist Hala Alyan about the mental impact of the decades long conflict between Israel and Palestine. And finally, musicians Kev Marcus and Wil Baptiste, aka the classical-hiphop hybrid duo Black Violin, bring a message of unity. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Black Violin and Nina Simone own their music/songs and Facebook videos.

Host Luke Burbank and announcer Elena Passarello consider some dream careers; playwright Quiara Alegría Hudes explains her love of the human voice and how eavesdropping has inspired her writing; essayist Lauren Hough recounts the various hats she's worn — including airman, cable installer, and cult member; and instrumental duo Black Violin ponder the balance they strike between hip hop and classical music.

Former state senator Holly J. Mitchell was elected last year to a seat on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, representing District 2 - the same district in which she was born and raised. Term limits have turned the traditional local-government-to-legislature pipeline on its head, as has the stratospheric growth of LA: as a Supervisor, Mitchell represents twice as many constituents as she once did in the senate. The LA Board of Supes - known for years as the "five little kings" - are "kings" no more. With Mitchell's election, the Board is, for the first time, made up entirely of women. Two of the other Supervisors, Hilda Solis and Sheila Kuehl, are, like Mitchell, former state legislators. The Supervisor joined us on this week's podcast to talk about her transition from the capitol to the county, her priorities as a local official, and the governor's drop-in at a 2nd District site to get his COVID vaccine at the beginning of the month. We also asked how her district - one of the hardest hit by COVID - has been dealing with the pandemic. And, finally, we asked the question on everyone's mind: Where in the heck is North Shoestring? Closing tune is "Dreamer" by Black Violin

Grammy-nominated musical duo Black Violin open up about the stereotypes they've had to defy as two Black men playing stringed instruments. Star Trek actor George Takei talks about using his art to shed light on the injustice of Japanese-American internment during World War II. Singer-songwriter TiKA discusses her debut album, Anywhere But Here, and explains why her musical journey has been about finding the confidence to love herself and her voice.

Sydney and her parents talk everything music from Drake (Please, no more swapping), J-Cole (Fails to amaze without a new album), Fetty Wap (Where is he?), Silento (We know where he is), Frank Ocean (Someone please give him a ride to the studio) and more! Find out why Sydney canceled Kendrick Lamar, her parents' favorite music, stream some of Sydney's suggested underground artists, and play along during the "Name The Artist" game. The show ends with Sydney's original song "Imagically" featuring Super Daddy recorded when she was only 7 years old!

The group Black Violin has been nominated for their first Grammy for their album "Take the Stairs." We revisit our conversation with the duo behind Black Violin. And, at The New York Times, obituary writer Glenn Rifkin has had to pivot to cover those who have died from the coronavirus. Rifkin talks about his process and ideology.

The group Black Violin has been nominated for their first Grammy for their album "Take the Stairs." We revisit our conversation with the duo behind Black Violin. And, at The New York Times, obituary writer Glenn Rifkin has had to pivot to cover those who have died from the coronavirus. Rifkin talks about his process and ideology.

When Kev Marcus and Wil B met in a high school music class they shared their desire to disrupt people's impressions of what classical music should be. Together they formed a group called Black Violin, which we featured on the NewsHour early on in their success. Now they're back with a Brief But Spectacular take on defying stereotypes, as part of our coverage of arts and culture, "CANVAS." PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

When Kev Marcus and Wil B met in a high school music class they shared their desire to disrupt people's impressions of what classical music should be. Together they formed a group called Black Violin, which we featured on the NewsHour early on in their success. Now they're back with a Brief But Spectacular take on defying stereotypes, as part of our coverage of arts and culture, "CANVAS." PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

When Kev Marcus and Wil B met in a high school music class they shared their desire to disrupt people's impressions of what classical music should be. Together they formed a group called Black Violin, which we featured on the NewsHour early on in their success. Now they're back with a Brief But Spectacular take on defying stereotypes, as part of our coverage of arts and culture, "CANVAS." PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Our first guest on the Coloring the Melody podcast is Alice Tsui! In this episode, Darlene and Alice discuss seeing ourselves in music education, doing better in featuring people of color throughout the school year, and authentically moving beyond the month of February when celebrating Lunar New Year and Black History Month. Alice Tsui is an Asian American/Chinese American pianist, music educator, scholar, activist and lifelong Brooklyn, New Yorker. She graduated from New York University with a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance and a Master of Arts in Music Education, and is currently a doctoral candidate (ABD) in music education at Boston University. Alice is the founding music teacher at P.S. 532 New Bridges Elementary, an arts-integrated public elementary school in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, and is on the piano faculty at the Manhattan School of Music Summer program. Alice is a contributor and moderator for Decolonizing the Music Room. As a product of the NYC public school system, Alice is passionate about decolonizing, anti-racist, abolitionist public music education and empowering the individual and collective voices of youth through music as expression. To learn more about Alice's work as a music educator, check out the following platforms: Website: www.musicwithmissalice.com & www.alicetsui.com Instagram: @musicwithmissalice Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/ps532newbridges Alice's resources mentioned in the episode: Fung Bros: “Lunar New Year” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kITSHko2sHc Gong Xi: https://www.carnegiehall.org/Education/Programs/Musical-Explorers/Digital/Program-Six/Qian-Yi/Lesson-2 Xue Hua Piao Piao Lesson: https://yoyochinese.com/blog/learn-viral-chinese-song-xue-hua-piao-piao-eggman-mandarin Harold Simmons: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFgf5B_YL5m9w5gdrBxXxZw Elena Moon Park: https://www.elenamoonpark.com/ Soul Science Lab: https://www.soulsciencelab.com/ Kanneh-Mason Family: http://www.kannehmasons.com/ Two Set Violin: https://www.twosetviolin.com/ Black Violin: https://blackviolin.net/ The String Queens: https://thestringqueens.com/ Keedron Bryant: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvR2QWXfYBeov-7Y-Fw2Fw Alan Z: https://www.instagram.com/alanzmusic/ All of the artists with Carnegie Hall's Musical Explorers program: https://www.carnegiehall.org/Education/Programs/Musical-Explorers Role Model - Alicia Keys: https://www.youtube.com/user/aliciakeys

Cremaine Booker, aka ThatCelloGuy, is a cellist who hails from Dallas, TX. Whether you know it or not, you’ve almost definitely heard Cremaine play.  He was on the new Lion King soundtrack.  He’s recorded with Black Violin, Lauren Daigle, Keb Mo, Sheryl Crow, Michael McDonald and so many more.  He’s performed live with Hans Zimmer, Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, LeAnn Rimes, Chris Stapleton, Martina McBride, and many more. As an outstanding classical player, Cremaine serves as principal cello for the Nashville Philharmonic Orchestra and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra. Tracks heard in this episode: Music from the 'Darksiders: Genesis' video game 'Hallelujah' cover by Matt Bell feat. Cremaine Booker 'Time' by Hans Zimmer from the movie Interstellar 'Petrichor' 'Aya' 'Arrival of the Birds' 'Fly' Visit thatcelloguy.com to learn more about Cremaine and his music. If you enjoy this podcast, please take a second to like, comment, subscribe, and SHARE this with all your friends. Rockstar Violinist is the Electric Violin Shop podcast, hosted by Matt Bell and featuring interviews with the most creative and noteworthy electric strings performing and recording artists. Electric Violin Shop is the world leader in amplified strings. Shop at www.electricviolinshop.com or contact us at info@electricviolinshop.com for advice.

On this edition of Your Call, we rebroadcast our conversation with Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus, the incredible classically trained musicians who’ve infused hip hop and classical music to form the duo, Black Violin.

Hundreds of thousands of children of undocumented immigrants will be protected from deportation following a recent federal court ruling. Self-driving cars are delivering produce from school gardens to children learning at home in Miami-Dade. And the duo Black Violin are defying stereotypes, mixing classical music with hip-hop.

On this episode of Minority Retort, host Jason Lamb speaks with Kevin Sylvester and Wilner Baptiste of the Hip Hop Duo 'Black Violin'

Hi guys, welcome to our second episode! We had the opportunity to watch a virtual concert of Black Violin! We discussed their story, their performance, and their influence on the musical canon. We also share some stories about concert after parties. We hope you enjoy and are so excited to have you listening! Follow us on Instagram! @outoftunepod

Violin, Viola, Hip Hop and activism - a match made in LaunchLeft heaven! Set in the amber light of Hollywood’s boutique hotel, music studio & dive bar Gold-Diggers, we welcome another group of truly one-of-a-kind, left-of-creatives. We explore Black Violin’s journey from childhood to adulthood through the lens of classical music and uncharted territory. This inspirational discussion covers all kinds of hearty goodness for the soul and followed by a special live performance.

044: Cremaine Booker a.k.a. ThatCelloGuyGood morning! It’s Play It Like It’s Music, I’m Trevor. Thanks for listening.On Wednesday, June 17th music is not content, it’s connection. We are going 3-for-3 this month with the cellists, and I’m super happy about it. We will pivot back to more variety next week, I do have a bunch of great interviews coming your way so stick with it. Meanwhile, today we have a chat with one of my favorite - not only cellists - musicians around today.Cremaine Booker, aka That Cello Guy, is a cellist who hails from Dallas, TX. He lives in Nashville and currently serves as principal cello for the Nashville Philharmonic Orchestra and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra. He has played with Black Violin, Hans Zimmer, Michael McDonald, Sheryl Crow, Nelly, Chris Stapleton, Mike Hicks, Chantae Cann, Kelly Clarkson, LeAnn Rhimes and a variety of other acts, but most of his fans know him for his steady output of amazingly well-produced and performed videos that you can find online, totaling many millions of views.I find this guy so inspiring, the commitment, the beauty of his sound and the straight up love he brings to the practice. And he takes charge as a producer too, he doesn’t need to outsource the arranging or the recording. He does it all. I’ve been wanting to speak with Cremaine for quite some time. Maybe you are also a fan like I am. If not, then you’re about to be. Take a listen:Press PLAY above to hear my conversation with Cremaine Booker.Thanks for listening to Play It Like It’s Music. Thanks so much to That Cello Guy, Cremaine Booker for spending some very generous time with us. You can find his music at That Cello Guy dot com and follow him on all the socials @ThatCelloGuy15If you like this show, please tell a friend:Follow me on social media @trevorexter and talk to me on there if you have thoughts about the show.We're all contending with a mutating professional landscape, jacked revenue streams, a catastrophic global pandemic and plenty of other noise out in the culture.But you gotta keep playing.We don't draw any lines here between scenes or styles.As always, thank you for listening and remember to play it like its music.You can check out my music on bandcamp and other places. It’s all at my website, trevorexter.com. Sign the mailing list on substack to get this show sent right to you the very moment it comes out. Consider hiring me to score your piece, do some cello, teach you lessons, produce your show or back you up onstage. Music is a beautiful thing and it makes the world go round.Big love to your ears.Trevor(Did you press play yet?)...If you like this stuff, help it spread by sharing it!Hear songs: the “Trevor Exter Playlist” on SpotifySign the mailing list!Take lessons from me online!Hire me remotely for cello overdubs or to score your piece.Or to produce your podcast.Follow me on IG TW FBMore @trevorexter.compsst… sign up for emails: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit playitlikeitsmusic.substack.com

Andrew and Tawny welcome friends new and old to the show and talk about the proposed disbanding of the Minneapolis Police and other news before throwing to Andrew’s interview with Black Violin! They talk about respectability politics from a bumper sticker, parents casual racist jokes, and more. Stay safe out there and call in if you have a racism question: 323-389-RACE.   To help support Assata’s Daughters, donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/yo-is-this-racist-fans-unite?utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link-tip

To help out families stuck in their homes with small children, avoiding COVID-19, people have been creating videos of people reading picture books. And WHAT, I ask you, is a better readaloud than this storytime classic? Nothing, I tells ya! Nothing! Kate gets introduced to Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury for the very first time. Imagine showing someone, who has never seen this story performed for small children, encountering this book without that context. We spend a bit of our discussion considering the bear's motives here. Maybe the bear has come out of hibernation is starving. Maybe it's lonely. And maybe this is just a great book through and through. Maybe. Show Notes: You probably won't be able to read it in full but here is the 2014 Telegraph article about the book, but it's there in case you need it: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/women/mother-tongue/10879290/Going-on-a-bear-hunt.html This book made #12 on my Top 100 Board Books Poll: http://blogs.slj.com/afuse8production/2018/08/09/the-top-100-board-books-poll-countdown-15-11/ Here is Michael Rosen performing this book by his very own self: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gyI6ykDwds And here is the video that Kate recommended. I present to you, Black Violin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYerKidQGcc For the full Show Notes please visit: http://blogs.slj.com/afuse8production/2020/03/16/fuse-8-n-kate-were-going-on-a-bear-hunt-by-michael-rosen-ill-helen-oxenbury/

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Happy New Year to all of our listeners! We hope you have enjoyed our last 24 episodes! We have explored so many offbeat topics with so many performers, musicians, and comedians. Interviews over this past year include; Colin Mochrie, Preacher Lawson, Yonder Mountain String Band, Darlingside, The Lone Bellow, Black Violin and more. We are taking a break this week, but will be back to our regular schedule in 2 weeks with a brand new offbeat interview! In the meantime, please rate and review us on your preferred podcast platform, share the podcast with your friends if you enjoy it, and let us know your thoughts by emailing us at greenroomgossippodcast@gmail.com, on Twitter @GRGPod, and on Instagram @greenroomgossippodcast. Take a look at our full lineup of shows at AppellCenter.org and let us know who YOU would like to see take on an offbeat interview! Thank you for listening!

From J.S. Bach to Biggie Smalls, Shostakovich to Nas, and the odd Tchaikovsky or Imagine Dragons, the classical-meets-hip-hop duo Black Violin continually challenges stereotypes with their music. Composed of classically trained violist and violinist Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus, Black Violin combines musical ingredients of jazz, hip-hop, funk, and classical to create a distinctive sound that is described in their press as “classical boom.” Black Violin's Wil and Kev also connect with more than 100,000 students throughout the year as TurnAround Artists, part of a national education program of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. They are championing accessible music education through student engagement and public performances, with the aim of inspiring kids to pursue careers in the arts.  Black Violin plays music from their latest, Take The Stairs, in-studio. Watch the session here:   

In this episode we sat down with Kev Marcus and Wil B of BLACK VIOLIN before their nearly sold out show at The Strand Theatre in Historic Downtown York, PA! Listen in for the duo's take on dream musical collaborations, their performance at a presidential inauguration, east vs. west coast rap and hip hop, embarrassing Halloween costumes and much more!  ---------------------------------- Black Violin is an American hip hop duo from Florida comprising two classically trained string instrumentalists, Kevin Sylvester and Wilner Baptiste, who go by the stage names Kev Marcus and Wil B. Kev Marcus plays the violin, and Wil B. plays the viola. Their newest album Take The Stairs is out now. 

What happens when you pair hip hop and violin? Host Sarah Fenske explores the answer with acclaimed hip-hop violin duo Black Violin, alongside St. Louis music producer and musician Brandon McCadney, known as Mad Keys.

Kev Nash & DJ Killa Kev talk about the Black Violin concert, Killa Kev’s cold Halloween, Kev’s deals with Shawn Waynas, Dion Waiters getting too high & 1410 ESPN’s Justin Kinner joins the fellas to talk about the Chase Young, situation, Stephen A’s new deal with ESPN, and much more! Stay connected with the fellas […]

Kev Nash & DJ Killa Kev talk about the Black Violin concert, Killa Kev's cold Halloween, Kev's deals with Shawn Waynas, Dion Waiters getting too high & 1410 ESPN's Justin Kinner joins the fellas to talk about the Chase Young, situation, Stephen A's new deal with ESPN, and much more! Stay connected with the fellas @Dj_Killa_Kev & @1KevNash on twitter & IG! Don't forget you can find the pod on the Tunein app & stitcher app.

It's election night and we're ranting about local election snafus, and then we're raving about the joy, skill and wonder that is Black Violin. Enjoy!

Daru Jones is one of the most sought after drummers on the scene today and we're honored to have him as our guest for episode 7 of The Rich Redmond Show!   Born in Michigan to two professional musicians, he began playing the drums at the age of four. Though he got his start in the church, Jones has been influenced by musicians from a wide range of genres.   ****Watch this episode at https://youtu.be/tORt6Qwyzkw and subscribe to the podcast: http://hyperurl.co/4dwoxc   These eclectic musical tastes have carried over into his own career as he has recorded, performed, and toured with renowned artists and producers such as: Jack White, Nas, Talib Kweli, Black Milk, Salaam Remi, Lorenzo Jovanotti, Sturgil Simpson, Kim Burrell, Rance Allen, Esparanza Spalding, Black Violin, Ski Beatz & The Sensei's, and Jon B.   Receiving rave reviews from: Rolling Stone Magazine, LA Weekly, and USA Today he has also appeared on several national and international television programs: The David Letterman Show, Jools Holland (UK), The Colbert Report, Saturday Night Live, and MTV.   Jones has been the “go-to-drummer” in the hip hop game for nearly a decade. He has shared the stage with legends and emerging stars alike, including: Raekwon, Curren$y, Theophulis London, Pharoahe Monch, Jean Grae, Black Moon, Slum Village, Black Sheep, Digable Planets, Camp_Lo and Large Professor.   Jones is also a sought-after producer and boutique label owner who develops talent and releases music through his imprint, RUSIC RECORDS, LLC.   2015 he performed on “Lazaretto”, the first single from Jack White's second solo album of the same name, and helped White to earn a 2015 Grammy for Best Rock Performance.   Daru is a new Nashville resident and continues to reinvent his playing. He has also opened the doors to signature product design with his signature drumsticks with Ahead and the PDP drums New Yorker Drumset as well as Paiste PSTX DJ Cymbals.   In this episode Rich, Jim and Daru discuss:   -The difference of the creative energies of New York, Nashville and Los Angeles   -Creative attributes of the astrological sign LEO   -Everything happens when it's supposed to   -How to think like a businessman   -The art of working with a DJ   -Hip spots to hang out in the “new” Nashville   -The responsibility of successful people to “pay it forward”   -Finding your path and owning it   -Actions speak louder than words   -Embracing and growing with new technology   -Getting so good that your heroes become your friends   -How Daru became the subject of the documentary “Influential Style”   Follow Daru: @darujones www.facebook.com/darujones/   The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 25 of which have been #1 hits! Rich can also be seen in several films and TV shows and has also written an Amazon Best-Selling book, "CRASH! Course for Success: 5 Ways to Supercharge Your Personal and Professional Life" currently available at: https://www.amazon.com/CRASH-Course-S...   Follow Rich: @richredmond www.richredmond.com   Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.   Follow Jim: @jimmccarthy www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com

Black Violin’s Kev Marcus and Wil Baptiste stopped by to catch up with Mary Luehrsen before opening The 2019 NAMM Show with their “90 minutes of fury” performance for an audience of thousands. Kev and Wil talk about their musical and professional growth over the past 22 years of friendship and performing together that includes shifting their perspective on the term “crossover.”

Olivia & Didi recap episode 9 of Pitch called, "Scratched". Has Mike Lawson played his last game in San Diego? Press Play and find out. Intro/Outro is "Stereotypes" by Black Violin. Contact the show on Twitter @blackgirlsquee on Tumblr or via email at blackgirlsquee@gmail.com. Support the show at https://patreon.com/blackgirlsquee.

Black Violin     Black Violin is a trailblazing duo of classically trained musicians, Kev Marcus and Wil B, who blend hip-hop with classical music. As a duo, they’ve toured with musicians like Alicia Keys, Lupe Fiasco, Black Thought, 2 Chainz, and The Eagles ⭐️

Olivia and Didi recap episode Pitch 1x08, "Unstoppable Forces and Immovable Objects". Intro/Outro is "Stereotypes" by Black Violin. Contact the show on Twitter @blackgirlsquee on [Tumblr][4] or via email at [blackgirlsquee@gmail.com][5]. Support the show at https://patreon.com/blackgirlsquee.

Classically-trained virtuoso violinist/violists Kev Marcus and Wil B—the dynamic duo known as Black Violin—are boundary-defying performers who merge classical, hip-hop, jazz, blues, and R&B into an electrifying style all their own and they will be at The State on April 12. Wil B joins us to discuss the inclusivity of their show, how they got started, and how they arrange their music.

On the occasion of Black Violin's return to Berklee, to play at the BPC April 7, let’s revisit one of the most popular podcasts we aired last year. Here is the title track off their 2015 album, Stereotypes.

Olivia and Didi recap episode six of Pitch, "Wear It". Tell us what you think of the show on Apple Podcasts or tweet us @blackgirlsquee. Support the network at patreon.com/blackgirlsquee. Intro/Outro is "Stereotypes" by Black Violin.

In this episode Alexis gives 5 questions to challenge your leaders (and yourself as a leader). Follow on Instagram and Twitter @sipthepodcast Intro song: Stereotypes by Black Violin

Olivia and Didi talk about sports trades, how the media discusses them, how players are affected and more. The episode triggered something that fellow Celtics fans may appreciate. Let us know what you think by tweeting @blackgirlsquee or emailing blackgirlsquee@tumblr.com. Intro/Outro is "Stereotypes" by Black Violin.

Kyle speaks with Wil B of the classical music/hip-hop group Black Violin.

Kyle speaks with Wil B of the classical music/hip-hop group Black Violin.

Kyle speaks with Wil B of the classical music/hip-hop group Black Violin.

When the members of Black Violin first learned to play their signature instruments--Wil Baptiste at the viola 14 years old and Kev Marcus the violin at the tender age of 9--neither could have foreseen that it would become their livelihood, though it was already becoming their passion. With influences ranging from Shostakovich and Bach to Nas and Jay-Z, Black Violin breaks all the rules, blending the classical with the modern to create something rare-a sound that nobody has ever heard, but that everybody wants to feel. In this interview: Intro Music: “Stereotypes” from the album “Stereotypes” 0:45 - Sponsor shoutout - D’Addario and Codabow 1:45 - How they got started playing 9:00 - How they got known before the age of social media 9:45 - The “Showtime at the Apollo” story 11:00 - Shows with Alicia Keys, Linking Park, P. Diddy, Kanye, Jay-Z 12:12 - Writing original music 13:20 - Kev talks gear and tone 19:45 - Wil talks gear and tone 23:00 - Discussion on improv 24:40 - Live improv - from Portland, Oregon. April 3, 2017. From YouTube 27:00 - More on improv 30:30 - How to make the instrument your own 34:00 - How to inspire young kids to practice 37:54 - Tour life 41:12 - What’s after this tour? 44:40 - Vivaldi 4 Seasons Remix 45:00 - D’Addario giveaway info 46:35 - Endorsements - CodaBow info 48:50 - How to put on a great show 53:00 - Authenticity 55:25 - “We got arrested in China” 1:00:00 - Adventures in Thailand 1:02:00 - Traveling with family 1:03:30 - “A-Flat” from the “Classically Trained” Album. For tour and other info, please visit http://blackviolin.net/. A big thanks to our sponsors D'Addario, a manufacturer of the finest in strings for violin, viola, cello, and upright bass, and CodaBow, pioneers of carbon fiber bows serving a worldwide network of professional artists and teachers. D’Addario is giving away a set of Zyex strings to a lucky Rockstar Violinist listener! Debbie Roper, Anatoliy Khomenko, and Mia Herlinger were randomly selected as winners of the first giveaway. To enter in the new giveaway go to https://daddario.formstack.com/forms/rv2. Visit daddario.com/orchestral and http://www.codabow.com to learn more, or visit https://www.electricviolinshop.com to purchase their fine products!

Olivia & Didi recap Pitch 1x02 - "The Interim" after going over some news regarding the #PickUpPitch Campaign. If you love Pitch and want to see it find a new home, please follow Pitch Street Team on Tumblr and Twitter. Send postcards to Hulu and Netflix execs, urging them to #PickUpPitch and participate in the Twitter Trend this Friday, June 9th at 3pm EST. We're in the home stretch and need all your efforts to bring this one home! Intro/Outro is "Stereotypes" by Black Violin.

Welcome to Get Her in the Game, a podcast for the TV series, Pitch. Your hosts, Olivia and Didi, introduce you to the characters, the show's style of storytelling, then recap the pilot episode. If you like what you hear and want Pitch to find a new home, listen for ways to #PickUpPitch at the end of the show! Make sure to follow Pitch Street Team on Twitter and Tumblr for news and resources. Intro/Outro is "Stereotypes" by Black Violin.

Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus of the violin-driven hip-hop and rock duo Black Violin use their strings not only to challenge the concept of what makes for popular music but also to blow open racial stereotypes.

This week Mel and Jay make a vow to stop prayin yall niggas who won't do right. Topics include Dave Chappelle, Chris Brown, missing black girls, Taraji vs Nia, Delivert and MUCH MORE! Our #MelaninPicks for this week include Kendrick Lamar's "The Heart Part 4", Black Violin, and Tank and the Bangas!

Musicians with the tenacity and determination to do things THEIR WAY... Kev Marcus and Will B. of Black Violin come on Crushing Classical and share the story of their unique career path like no other- classical music to hip hop. Black Violin is on tour NOW! Their next performances are in Charlotte, NC on 3/21/17 at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and in Durham, NC on 3/23/17. Check out their website for more details! http://blackviolin.net/shows/ https://www.facebook.com/BlackViolinMusic/ https://www.instagram.com/blackviolin/  

Shimina introduces us to Jim Collin’s book, “Good to Great.” We dive deep into one of the book’s powerful metaphors about being on the right bus, as it relates to one’s professional career path. This is one of our favorite episodes to date! Checkout the book, “Good to Great” by Jim Collins - http://www.jimcollins.com/books.html Listen to the music of Black Violin! - http://blackviolin.net (Follow them on Twitter @BlackViolin) Follow us on Facebook (Head Boss in Charge) and Twitter (@HeadBossPod). Email us a question at headbosspodcast@gmail.com. Song Credits: "Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort) "The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Black Violin duo Kev Marcus and Wil B. share their story of growing up in Fort Lauderdale, attending Dillard High School of Performing Arts, and their belief that the arts allow students to open their minds and dream.

"We get to completely change perceptions every time we step on the stage..." Fusing Hip-Hop and Classical I first heard Black Violin when they won Apollo in 2005, and followed them over their 10+ year career following. I was excited to finally meet Kev and Wil and talk with them about Black Violin, how they got started, their influences and goals. Scroll down to listen in and learn about: Kev and Wil's upbringings, and how they got into classical music. How neither of them had a lesson until High School Their efforts to reach out to kids through education Huge thank you to our sponsor Electric Violin Shop, your one-stop shop for electric instruments, amps, gear, accessories, and most of all, expertise. Use code CHOWES at checkout and take 5% off of your order. Call 866-900-8400 to get your questions answered on "all things electric strings". While you are talking to EVS, be sure to ask them about the new Yamaha Electric Violin (you can check out my video review here). I've been a Yamaha performing artist for almost 20 years now and am very proud to be a part of the Yamaha family.

The arts news is coming in size XL this week.Glass HousesIn Southeast Portland, residents continue to reel from news that they've been exposed to unhealthy levels of heavy metals in the air. As we reported last week, environmental regulators admitted they didn't know how much cadmium and arsenic were coming out of the Bullseye Glass facility. That is, until experimental testing using moss revealed this pollution hot spot. A lot of people have been asking how environmental rules allowed these pollutants to go undetected for years. EarthFix reporter Cassandra Profita looked into this, and into how the glass businesses are responding.Is Law Enforcement: A Laughing Matter? 5:42Hillsboro's Police Department is trying something new to improve the quality of its training.: officers are working with improv performers from Portland's Curious Comedy Theater. The Curious team usually goes for laughs, but there's nothing even remotely funny about the scenes they were acting out at the police training facility in Hillsboro recently.Portland Candidates on the Arts - 12:42We've got a new page up charting where the mayoral and city council candidates stand on arts and culture issues — and it’s pretty revealing. This week, we introduce you to several more of the people seeking elected office in Portland: Fred Stewart, Chloe Eudaly, and Sean Davis.Filmmaker Irene Taylor Brodsky: Blindness in Nepal and the Slender Man - 20:56Irene Taylor Brodsky has made a number of award-winning documentaries ranging from "Hear and Now," which followed her deaf parents as they heard for the first time with cochlear implants, to "Saving Pelican 895," which tracked the rescue of a single pelican from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Now, Brodsky has two films coming out in quick succession. The first, ‘Open Your Eyes,’ is about a blind Nepali couple who see for the first time after unexpected cataract treatment. It screens on Sunday at the Portland International Film Festival. The second, "Beware the Slender Man," takes an unblinking look at the recent case where two 12-year-old girls tried to murder their friend to impress a mysterious internet figure known as the Slender Man.Samantha Wall Wins the Contemporary NW Art Awards - 32:07Last week, the Portland Art Museum announced the top honor of the 2016 Contemporary Northwest Art Awards, the Arlene Schnitzer prize. The winner is a young artist who’s quickly rising to the top of the Portland art scene: Samantha Wall. The award comes with a cool $10,000 check and an exhibition at the art museum this fall. OPB’s Kelsey Wallace had a story on Oregon Art Beat last year about Wall’s unique background and artistic practice.Oregon Ballet Theatre: Choreographers James Canfield and Nicolo Fonte - 37:42James Canfield founded Oregon Ballet Theater in 1989. One of the first ballets he choreographed for the nascent company was "Romeo and Juliet," to the famous score by Sergei Prokofiev. Canfield returned this season to remount the ballet for the first time in more than 15 years, running Feb. 27–Mar. 5. At the same time he was working with the dancers, choreographer Nicolo Fonte was starting rehearsals for "Beautiful Decay," which opens in April. It’s a meditation on life and aging that pairs OBT dancers with older Portland dancers. We sit down with both choreographers to discuss their shared attractions to the darker themes in life.Classical-Fused Hip-Hop with Black Violin - 47:01The Florida-based duo Black Violin consists of two classically-trained musicians who are pushing the boundaries on what can be done with the instruments. NPR’s Lindsay Totty caught up with the duo to discuss their latest release, "Stereotypes," and to find out how they’re defying them. The duo plays the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on Feb. 24.

Local soon-to-be legendary drummer, Nat Stokes, graced the podcast with an assortment of insight into becoming a successful musician! With a musical gift from birth enriched by roots playing in the church, Nat has begun lifting off on a music career made of dreams. He became a member of Live Hymnal several years ago, with some noted musicians who have also been previous guests on the podcast; and, he is about to embark on a tour with the talented violin duo, Black Violin! At the end of the podcast, you’ll be treated to a quick clip of his guest spot on their cover of “All Day,” but below are a bunch more videos for you to check out: Nat’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/NatBrat19drums/videosOther videos of Nat:https://youtu.be/pWoavV-Xozohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iry7iSgoEKshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpfrpl9oZrIBlack Violin Samples:"All Day" by Kanye West: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eg8GB8GpY0"We Dem Boyz" by Wiz Khalifa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6_qBBnsJeo"See You Again" by Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7WfXzZckBc He has watched others follow in his footsteps (most notably, his brother, Ben, and my son), and takes his role as an influencer very seriously. Listen to this podcast and be inspired by this amazing man and musician!! Episodes with other Live Hymnal members:Charles Milling: http://curvethecube.libsyn.com/13-musician-charles-milling-2015-02-03Madison Langley: http://curvethecube.libsyn.com/28-musician-madison-langley-2015-05-23 This episode of Curve the Cube is sponsored by Big Brain 2: No Hard Feelings tattoo shop! Led by legendary tattoo artist, Chris Blinston, the team of multi-award-winning artists at this highly professional studio are creative, talented, accomplished, and focused on excellent customer service. Head in and experience a different level of tattoo shop; mention Curve the Cube, and get 10% off!! Chris starred in season 6 of Ink Master and was my guest on episode #31! #TeamFlorida #TeamBlinstonEnjoy, and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!Music Beds courtesy of DJ John Hitta!!!Follow Curve the Cube on: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tumblr | Pinterest | YouTube Copyright Flint Stone Media, LLC 2015.

Black Violin performs and talks music education with Mary Luehrsen at The 2015 Midwest Clinic. Performances by—and interview with—Black Violin’s Kev Marcus and Will B. Includes conversation with former orchestra teacher, James Miles.

Come witness what many would call the junction point of two repelling magnets (Hip-Hop and Classical) with the newest album by Black Violin, called Stereotypes. Its core members (violinist Kev Marcus and violist Wil B) might argue this point however, as they approach their unique brand of genre fusion as a marriage made in... Florida. Give the album a listen (the duo's first LP under the Universal Classics label) and then come give us a listen! Or, skip to 1:31:26 for a roundtable discussion on whether Hip-Hip can claim the title of "most versatile." We've got our opinions, let's hear yours! Continue reading