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In this episode of the Omaha Places podcast, Cahner and Delaney share their recent experiences in Omaha, including cultural events, local dining spots, and upcoming Valentine's Day activities. They discuss their visits to the symphony, indoor playgrounds, and various restaurants, highlighting the vibrant community and the exciting events happening in the area. The episode also gives Galentine's Day ideas and recommendations for lunch spots during the workday, making it a comprehensive guide for locals looking to explore Omaha.   Events Benson First Friday: https://omahaplaces.com/event/benson-first-friday-10/ Yoga in the Greenhouse: https://omahaplaces.com/event/yoga-in-the-greenhouse-2/ Omaha Broadway Bar at NOMA: https://omahaplaces.com/event/omaha-broadway-bar-10/  Cupid's Market in Midtown Crossing: https://omahaplaces.com/event/cupids-market/ |Instagram | |TikTok| | Youtube | | Subscribe to our newsletter| |Visit our website|   This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Jan 9th, Friday LIVE started the new year at the Mill in Lincoln's Haymarket. Genevieve Randall, and special guest co-host Dave Hughes, had lively conversations about: An upcoming concert from the University of Nebraska - Omaha Faculty Jazz Combo (1:38), Nebraska's Anime Fest (8:31), what new exhibits the Lux Center for the Arts has for the beginning of 2026 (15:09), two art exhibits the West Nebraska Art Center is premiering with the start of the new year (34:21), and the Omaha Symphony's performance of Beethoven's First Symphony and more at Omaha's Joslyn Art Museum (42:42). You can also hear poetry by Greg Kosmicki (27:25), along with a report on what can be expected from Omaha's KANEKO in the coming year (52:25).

On Jan 9th, Friday LIVE started the new year at the Mill in Lincoln's Haymarket. Genevieve Randall, and special guest co-host Dave Hughes, had lively conversations about: An upcoming concert from the University of Nebraska - Omaha Faculty Jazz Combo (1:38), Nebraska's Anime Fest (8:31), what new exhibits the Lux Center for the Arts has for the beginning of 2026 (15:09), two art exhibits the West Nebraska Art Center is premiering with the start of the new year (34:21), and the Omaha Symphony's performance of Beethoven's First Symphony and more at Omaha's Joslyn Art Museum (42:42). You can also hear poetry by Greg Kosmicki (27:25), along with a report on what can be expected from Omaha's KANEKO in the coming year (52:25).

This week on the Nov. 7 Friday LIVE from The Mill in Lincoln's Historic Haymarket, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the new book about Cameron the Capital Cat by photographer John Shaw(6:19); Mutts Gone Nuts in Kearney(13:53); ArcoStrum's concert in Lincoln (20:50);Chuck Schroeder's exhibition at WallSpace-LNK (31:07); pianist Jim Fischer's gigs in North Platte(49:28). Also, some music performed by accordionist Julia Williams, poetry by Ted Kooser read by Stephen Buhler (40:27), Go Big Red exhibition at the Sheldon Museum of Art (45:39) and the next concert by the Omaha Symphony (57:06).

This week on the Nov. 7 Friday LIVE from The Mill in Lincoln's Historic Haymarket, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the new book about Cameron the Capital Cat by photographer John Shaw(6:19); Mutts Gone Nuts in Kearney(13:53); ArcoStrum's concert in Lincoln (20:50);Chuck Schroeder's exhibition at WallSpace-LNK (31:07); pianist Jim Fischer's gigs in North Platte(49:28). Also, some music performed by accordionist Julia Williams, poetry by Ted Kooser read by Stephen Buhler (40:27), Go Big Red exhibition at the Sheldon Museum of Art (45:39) and the next concert by the Omaha Symphony (57:06).

This week on the Oct. 31 Friday UN-ALIVE, host Genevievel Randall and ghosts have deadly conversations about: Anvil Orchestra's frightening music for "Phantom of the Opera" and "Nosferatu (1:31);" Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra's concert in Lincoln(13:56); Mad Owl Film's spine tingling new documentary(36:10); and Hastings Symphony's concert and exhibit (46:16). Also, more poetry from David Moscovich (28:02), Go Big Red exhibition at the Sheldon Museum of Art (32:40) and the Omaha Symphony's Dia de los Muertos concert (54:53).

This week on the Oct. 31 Friday UN-ALIVE, host Genevievel Randall and ghosts have deadly conversations about: Anvil Orchestra's frightening music for "Phantom of the Opera" and "Nosferatu (1:31);" Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra's concert in Lincoln(13:56); Mad Owl Film's spine tingling new documentary(36:10); and Hastings Symphony's concert and exhibit (46:16). Also, more poetry from David Moscovich (28:02), Go Big Red exhibition at the Sheldon Museum of Art (32:40) and the Omaha Symphony's Dia de los Muertos concert (54:53).

This week on the Sept. 12 Friday LIVE, guest host Penny Morrow, Andy Hermann, Genevieve Randall, KJ Teder and guests have lively conversations about: the film "Bring Them Home" at The Ross Media Arts Center (1:24); artist/author/actor Tony Fitzpatrick's new book (12:02); "Safety Last!" with the Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra in Scottsbluff (37:15); and Fabulous Friday at Trails & Rails Museum in Kearney (50:27). Also, another story from the 2023 Nebraska Storytelling Festival (26:56) and a look at new exhibition featuring photos of the Omaha Symphony (46:38).

This week on the Sept. 12 Friday LIVE, guest host Penny Morrow, Andy Hermann, Genevieve Randall, KJ Teder and guests have lively conversations about: the film "Bring Them Home" at The Ross Media Arts Center (1:24); artist/author/actor Tony Fitzpatrick's new book (12:02); "Safety Last!" with the Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra in Scottsbluff (37:15); and Fabulous Friday at Trails & Rails Museum in Kearney (50:27). Also, another story from the 2023 Nebraska Storytelling Festival (26:56) and a look at new exhibition featuring photos of the Omaha Symphony (46:38).

This week on the July 25 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations and about: Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival (1:25); a look at the art of Nebraska native Ed Ruscha (19:24); Meadowlark Music Festival (27:57); Brownville Village Theatre's productions (37:02); and Beatrice Community Players new production (48:18). Also, poetry from Laura Gregory (12:15) and a look at the search for a new music director for the Omaha Symphony (55:54).

This week on the July 25 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations and about: Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival (1:25); a look at the art of Nebraska native Ed Ruscha (19:24); Meadowlark Music Festival (27:57); Brownville Village Theatre's productions (37:02); and Beatrice Community Players new production (48:18). Also, poetry from Laura Gregory (12:15) and a look at the search for a new music director for the Omaha Symphony (55:54).

On the May 30 Friday LIVE from Nebraska Public Media, Genevieve Randall and Penelope Morrow have lively conversations about: the 70th Annual National Willa Cather Center Spring Conference (1:35); this year's Calibraska events (8:50); the 1st Annual Steampunk Fest in Plattsmouth (23:38) and the Second Sunday Polka Series at The 1206 (32:00). Gen jams with Jim Harvey of the Lincoln Ukulele Group (51:45) and then plays songs by Cabela and Schmitt (43:59) and Peter Lainson (48:08). Also, poetry from Tyler Michael Jacobs (19:37) and KVNO files a report about Omaha Symphony concerts this weekend (40:41).

On the May 30 Friday LIVE from Nebraska Public Media, Genevieve Randall and Penelope Morrow have lively conversations about: the 70th Annual National Willa Cather Center Spring Conference (1:35); this year's Calibraska events (8:50); the 1st Annual Steampunk Fest in Plattsmouth (23:38) and the Second Sunday Polka Series at The 1206 (32:00). Gen jams with Jim Harvey of the Lincoln Ukulele Group (51:45) and then plays songs by Cabela and Schmitt (43:59) and Peter Lainson (48:08). Also, poetry from Tyler Michael Jacobs (19:37) and KVNO files a report about Omaha Symphony concerts this weekend (40:41).

In this episode of "Essentially You," host Mark Mathia reflects on an inspiring evening listening to the legendary Ben Folds perform with the Omaha Symphony. Discover how Folds' masterful blend of witty lyrics, virtuosic piano, and orchestral depth creates a unique experience of excellence. Mark shares three key takeaways from the exceptional performance that anyone can apply in their journey toward excellence: honing your craft relentlessly, connecting with authenticity, and collaborating to elevate those around you. Whether you're a leader, artist, or professional, learn how to leverage your strengths and inspire greatness in others.

This week on the March 14 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: comedian Darrell Hammond in Norfolk; singer/songwriter Darrell Scott in Hastings; "Paint Your Wagon" in Minden; Omaha Symphony's "Celtic Journey;" "The Space Between" exhibition by Josephine Langbehn; and Angels Theatre Company's production of "Eminent Domain." Also, poetry from Karla Hernandez Torrijos and a look at juried student art exhibtion at UNO.

This week on the March 14 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: comedian Darrell Hammond in Norfolk; singer/songwriter Darrell Scott in Hastings; "Paint Your Wagon" in Minden; Omaha Symphony's "Celtic Journey;" "The Space Between" exhibition by Josephine Langbehn; and Angels Theatre Company's production of "Eminent Domain." Also, poetry from Karla Hernandez Torrijos and a look at juried student art exhibtion at UNO.

This week on the Jan. 31 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Omaha Invades Music Festival at The Zoo Bar; “Thrift Style” exhibit and Omaha Street Percussion in Red Cloud; Rangbrook Ensemble performances in Lincoln and Omaha; a new production at Bluebarn in Omaha; and the Omaha Symphony's return to the Joslyn Art Museum's Witherspoon Hall. Also, poetry from Julie S. Paschold and a Ross film review by Kwakiutl Dreher.

This week on the Jan. 31 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Omaha Invades Music Festival at The Zoo Bar; “Thrift Style” exhibit and Omaha Street Percussion in Red Cloud; Rangbrook Ensemble performances in Lincoln and Omaha; a new production at Bluebarn in Omaha; and the Omaha Symphony's return to the Joslyn Art Museum's Witherspoon Hall. Also, poetry from Julie S. Paschold and a Ross film review by Kwakiutl Dreher.

This week on the Jan. 24 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Gary Hochman's new film "Deadly Deception at Sobibor" in Omaha and Lincoln; two concerts by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra this weekend; "California Clay," a new exhibition at Hastings College; concerts in Seward and Central City by La Dolce Vita Duo; and a performance by the Homestead Harmonizers in Friend. Also, poetry from Julie S. Paschold, a writer's event in Fremont and a look at a concert with Alexander Payne and the Omaha Symphony.

This week on the Jan. 24 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Gary Hochman's new film "Deadly Deception at Sobibor" in Omaha and Lincoln; two concerts by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra this weekend; "California Clay," a new exhibition at Hastings College; concerts in Seward and Central City by La Dolce Vita Duo; and a performance by the Homestead Harmonizers in Friend. Also, poetry from Julie S. Paschold, a writer's event in Fremont and a look at a concert with Alexander Payne and the Omaha Symphony.

On this week's episode of the Omaha Places podcast, join Cahner and Delaney as they discuss the local happenings from an unexpected snowy surprise to unique sushi tacos at Kawaii Sushi. Discover the charm of Pen & Dagger, a new bookstore in La Vista, and the festive spirit at Mulhall's holiday decor. Cahner shares her bittersweet farewell to pottery classes at Kimba's Touch, and her cozy night out at the Cottonwood and Mon Cave. Get the scoop on ice skating at the Riverfront and the cozy vibes of the Tipsy Pig Holiday Pop-up. Don't miss their top picks for coffee, Indian cuisine, and brunch spots near the Old Market. Tune in for all this and more, including their recommendations for Christmasy outings and upcoming events like the Omaha Symphony's Home Alone in Concert and the Mannheim Steamroller Christmas performance. Dive into the festive spirit with Omaha Places! 00:27 Unexpected Snow 01:15 Strawberry Milkmob and Relatable Content 02:01 Sushi Adventures at Kawaii Sushi 07:34 Pottery Classes at Kimba's Touch 09:23 Exploring Pen & Dagger Bookstore 13:31 Farewell to Modus Coworking 15:00 Ice Skating at the Riverfront 16:23 Night Out at The Cottonwood and Mon Cave 18:59 Holiday Shopping at Mulhalls 19:44 Santa Visits and Mulhalls Memberships 21:02 Tipsy Pig Holiday Pop-Up 23:26 Favorite Coffee Spots in Omaha 29:17 Christmassy Places to Take the Girls 30:57 Best Indian Food in Omaha 33:39 Top Brunch Spots Near the Old Market 34:43 Upcoming Events in Omaha 39:35 Concluding Remarks Event Links: When is the Murder?: https://joslyncastle.com/events/event/2024/12/20/friday-showing-when-is-a-murder-/504407  Home Alone in Concert: https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/home-alone  Holiday Stroll in Little Bohemia: https://www.facebook.com/events/911812340820928/920927666576062/  Mannheim Steamroller Christmas: https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/mannheim-steamroller Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Cahner and Delaney in this week's episode of Omaha Places podcast as they dive into a whirlwind of activities around Omaha and beyond. Discover the hands-on fun at Board and Brush in Benson, perfect for holiday parties or bachelorette gatherings. Explore the new 30Hop bar and restaurant in Heartwood Preserve, offering a unique twist on sports bar vibes with an Asian flair. Delaney shares her weekend adventures in Des Moines, trying out local favorites like Mullets and Django. Meanwhile, Cahner takes us on a journey through her Saturday activities, from hiking at Hitchcock Nature Center to enjoying cozy evenings at Cattle Call and La Buvette. The duo also gives a shout-out to Power Life Yoga's accessible free classes and indulges in sweet treats at Betty Rae's Ice Cream. As the holiday season kicks off, they explore festive pop-ups like the Grinch's Lair and the Holiday Hut at The Cottonwood. Tune in for all this and more, including their favorite places to see Christmas lights and the best spots for a first date in Omaha. Don't miss out on the exciting events happening this Thanksgiving weekend, from tree lightings to symphony performances. Happy Thanksgiving and enjoy the festive spirit with Omaha Places!   00:00 - Introduction 00:19 - Board and Brush in Benson 03:05 - 30Hop New Bar and Restaurant 07:04 - Hiking at Hitchcock Nation Center in Council Bluffs 10:46 - Get Your Christmas Trees at Mulhall's 13:12 - Power Life Yoga 16:27 - Betty Rae's Ice Cream Shop in Aksarben 20:27 - Best Ramen Places 25:40 - Questions from Listeners 29:34 - Christmas Themed Bars 30:27 - Bookstores and Coffee Shops for First Dates 33:10 - Durham Museum Tree Lighting Ceremony   Event Links: Tree Lighting at the Durham Museum: https://durhammuseum.org/calendar/#event=77778747;instance=20241129160000?popup=1&lang=en-US Winterland at Heartwood Preserve: https://winterlandatheartwood.simpletix.com/ Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows with the Omaha Symphony: https://www.omahasymphony.org/concerts/harry-potter-and-the-deathly-hallows-part-one-in-concert Holiday Lights Festival Lighting Ceremony: https://www.holidaylightsfestival.org/events/#lighting-ceremony  |Instagram | |TikTok| | Youtube | | Subscribe to our newsletter| |Visit our website|   This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special episode, the hosts welcome a live studio audience and some special guests make appearances. They discuss the upcoming Choral Collaborative concert with the Omaha Symphony and No Fear November and play Red Cards, Green Cards, Question Everything, and True Facts.

On the Oct. 25 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Anvil Orchestra at The Ross; Bobby Gadoury and Sharon Kreimer Trio in Grand Island; Blixt Arts Lab's "Not Too Far Distant" performances; Lincoln Author Jeff Hill's “Dead Socials;" and Saturday and Sunday concerts by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra. Also: poetry from John Brehm; an art roundup featuring Hastings College faculty, photographer Matel Rokke, and portrait artist Edgar Jerins; and a look at the next Omaha Symphony concert.

Harman, Lockwood, Megan, and Alexis discuss the choir's upcoming participation in the Choral Collaborative program with the Omaha Symphony. They also read listener comments, discover some true facts, and and play question everything.

On the Sept. 13 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the season opening concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra; Cypress Hill with the Omaha Symphony; Porch Jam 2024 in Lincoln; The Phil Collins Experience in Minden; Art on the Farm near York; Art in the Garden in Lincoln. Also, poetry from Jerry Bockoven and a look at events at the Benson Theatre in Omaha. On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast: poet Bruce Whitacre and author Alena Bruzas tell us what they have been up to and preview their Francie and Finch events; and we get previews of art exhibitions at the West Nebraska Arts Center in Scottsbluff and Tugboat Gallery in Lincoln.

Genevieve Randall has an extended conversation with Eric "Bobo" Correa from Cypress Hill, who'll be performing with the Omaha Symphony on September 17.

On the May 31 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Jazz in June; National Willa Cather Center's 69th Annual Spring Conference; Nebraska Jazz Orchestra's “A Salute to Duke Ellington;" On The Road with Nebraska Public Media; Aging Partners Dinner and a Show; and "Finding Nemo Jr." at the Nebraska Communities Playhouse in Hickman. Also, more poetry from Ae Hee Lee and a look at the next Omaha Symphony concert.

On the May 31 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Jazz in June; National Willa Cather Center's 69th Annual Spring Conference; Nebraska Jazz Orchestra's “A Salute to Duke Ellington;" On The Road with Nebraska Public Media; Aging Partners Dinner and a Show; and "Finding Nemo Jr." at the Nebraska Communities Playhouse in Hickman. Also, more poetry from Ae Hee Lee and a look at the next Omaha Symphony concert.

On the May 17 Friday LIVE , host Genevieve Randall and guests talk about: Salt Creek Song Festival; Bluebarn's new production; Nathan Murray's bust of Malcolm X that he created for the state capitol; The Fabulous Accordion Festival; Brad Balukjian's new book THE SIX PACK: On the Road in Search of WrestleMania; and Chadron Open Art. Also, poetry from Ae Hee Lee and a look at the next Omaha Symphony concert.

On the March 22 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests chat about: Nebraska Trumpet Ensemble's concert in Grand Island; Neave Trio performing a Jonah Sirota piece in Lincoln; OmniArts Nebraska's reading of the new play by Jillian Carter; Flyovers new music and their concert in Alliance; Bluebarn Theatre's world premiere of "More of a Heart" by Dave Osmundsen; and "100 Years of Broadway" at the Lied Center. Also, poetry by Stephanie Coley and a preview of this weekend's Omaha Symphony concert.

On the March 1 "Friday LIVE," host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Lied Center's “Shrek: The Musical;" Buffalo County Historical Society/Trails & Rails Museum's Smithsonian traveling exhibition called “Water/Ways;" First Nations Festival: "An Evening of Music by Indigenous Composers;" St. Paul First Friday; and Jackie Allen's concerts with the Nebraska Jazz Orchestra and Hastings Symphony. Also, new poetry from Daniel Simon, a preview of the next concert by Omaha Symphony, and a music roundup featuring events by: The Milligan Czech Brass Band, Lincoln Choral Artists, Beatrice Regional Orchestra, and Lincoln Organ Showcase.

On the Feb. 2 “Friday LIVE“ at 9:59 a.m. CT, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Jesus Christ Superstar at the Lied Center; "Pride and Prejudice" at the Yorkshire Playhouse; “Nunsense 2: The Second Coming” at the Tada Theatre; "2024 IMAGE Show" in Scottsbluff; Becker-Bogard Duo concert in Lincoln and the next Nebraska Chamber Players concert. Also, a review of a new film opening at The Ross and a look at the next concert by the Omaha Symphony.

Josh Tague was born and raised in Omaha and has a business degree from UNO. He's played guitar in various bands and is a regular audience member at local concerts — including performances by the biggest local band in town, the Omaha Symphony. As director of marketing and communications at the Omaha Symphony, Tague is responsible for building and cultivating the group's audiences and brand. Today, Tague and Michael Griffin are talking about the symphony's history and about how classical music spaces can become more diverse and inclusive.  The Omaha Symphony could be Grammy winners after this weekend. The ensemble is nominated in three categories for its work with composer Andy Akiho, who was commissioned to pay tribute to Ree and Jun Kaneko. The resulting album, “Sculptures,” was premiered and recorded at the Holland Center in March of last year and conducted by music director Ankush Kumar Bahl.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riversidechats/support

On the Jan. 12 “Friday LIVE“ host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the new exhibition at Wallspace-LNK in Lincoln; Bone Creek's exhibitions in David City; Capital Jazz Society's January music schedule in Lincoln; Eric Hutchinson at The Lark in Hastings; Michael Genslinger's faculty trumpet recital in Wayne; and new music from April Verch, who'll be performing in Lincoln next week. Also, new poetry from Kelly Weber and a look at the next concert by the Omaha Symphony.

On this week's Friday LIVE Nov. 10 from Nebraska Public Media, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Brad Colerick at the Benson Theatre in Omaha; the historical movie “Comenius: Life and Legacy of John Amos Comenius” in Kearney; concerts by Nebraska Chamber Players in Lincoln; "Artist From Outside; Take a Breath" exhibition in Hastings; UNL Outdoor Adventures' "No Man's Land Film Festival" in Lincoln; and "O Pioneers!" in Lincoln. Also, more poetry from Kimberly Reyes and a look at the next Omaha Symphony concert.

On this week's Friday LIVE Nov. 3 from Nebraska Public Media, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Nebraska Folklife's Dia De Los Muertos event: The Sandhills Symphony concert; “Vivaldi's Four Seasons” performed by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra; The Brevet at The Lark in Hastings; Rascal Martinez at the National Willa Cather Center's Red Cloud Opera House; "Not Too Far Distant" at the Lied Center; and Lincoln Literacy's Global Celebration. Also, poetry from Kimberly Reyes and a look at the next Omaha Symphony concerts.

Ballet dancer and founder of American Midwest Ballet, Erika Overturff, shares her journey as a professional ballet dancer, the demands on the body and mind, and the rewards of creative expression. She also talks about ballet's importance and the motivations behind founding a professional ballet company.Erika Overturff began her training in Iowa at the Academy of Ballet, studying at various summer programs, then after graduating high school early as valedictorian, She earned in just three years her B.F.A. in ballet performance and teaching from the University of Utah. Overturrf went on to dance with various ballet companies performing principal and soloist roles in a wide range of classical and contemporary repertoire. She has also been a faculty member and guest teacher for schools around the United States. Overturff has collaborated with Omaha Theater Ballet, Opera Omaha, Omaha Symphony, and Joslyn Art Museum in choreographing completely original ballets and fresh interpretations of classic works.

On this week's Friday LIVE Sept. 29 from The Mill in Lincoln's Historic Haymarket, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Nebraska Jazz Orchestra's “Early Autumn” concert; First Friday Jazz's “The Dueling Divas: Jackie Allen and Susie Thorne;" The Talbott Brothers concert in Hastings; "A Night for Hope" in Lincoln; author Will Leitch's new book and event; "Threads & Trails: Contemplations of Our Herstories;" and Beatrice Community Players "Farce of Nature." Also, more poetry from state poet Matt Mason and Omaha Symphony's next concert.

On this week's Friday LIVE Sept. 22 from The Mill in Lincoln's Historic Haymarket, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the Lied Center's new piano: Josh Gracin's concert in Minden; Abendmusik and Nebraska Wesleyan concerts; Humanities Nebraska and Civic Nebraska, “Voices and Votes: Democracy in America;" Blogger Taylor Wolfe's new book and event in Lincoln; and productions by Lincoln Community Playhouse and Nebraska Communities Playhouse. Also: poetry from state poet Matt Mason; a Ross film review; and the Omaha Symphony's next concerts.

Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez answer the tough questions in this first-ever LIVE and IN-PERSON episode of UpBeat. Fielding questions from the participants of the inaugural Everything But Conducting seminar in conjunction with the Omaha Symphony, the guys address lots of topics including the history of the EC organization, managing relationships while guest conducting, and leadership philosophies. We've still got our introduction, fake ad, and coda for you as well... so give a listen to the finale of season 4 of UpBeat! 

Chalis Bristol, AKA Crabrangucci, was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska. She has been actively involved in the music community for years, and has played over 250 shows since 2021. She features an eclectic mix of genres from indie rock to Top 40, to house music, and K-Pop. Bristol also won the 2022 and 2023 Omaha Entertainment & Arts award for “Outstanding DJ.” Additionally, she is the Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing at the Omaha Symphony and a board member at Omaha Girls Rock. Today she talks with Michael Griffin about her experiences finding music through the internet while growing up in Omaha, the role that DJs have in crafting an inviting space for people to hear something new, and the unlikely connection between dance and classical music. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riversidechats/support

We were delighted to have Jody Reynard back to speak with him one on one!  If you are a frequent listener, you may remember that Jody was on with his husband, David Bushman.  This week we speak with Jody about his long Broadway career, highlights and lots of stories.  You don't want to miss this one!JODY REYNARD has been dancing non-stop for almost 30 years!!  He has taught musical theatre/Broadway dance master classes at dance studios and educational institutions around the country.  He attended the Cobb Center Excellence for in the Performing Arts outside of Atlanta, GA and graduated with a dance major.  He then earned a BA in Theatre with Music minor from Kennesaw State University (where he also helped to establish the first dance ensemble, Wings) all while performing with The Atlanta Shakespeare Tavern, The Atlanta Opera and Georgia Ballet.  From there, his regional theatre career began with dancing roles in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, On the Twentieth Century at the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam, CT and Mame at the Papermill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ.  Soon thereafter he caught the eye of the late Ann Reinking at an open audition and made his Broadway debut in Fosse, dancing featured specialties such as “From the Edge,” “Rich Man's Frug,” and the “Take Off with Us” adage.  Other credits include the Broadway companies of Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, Legally Blonde, Taboo, Saturday Night Fever and the national touring companies of Camelot, Kiss Me Kate, My Fair Lady, Memphis and Chicago.  Jody has also worked as a “Rosie Boy” dancing behind Emmy Award winning Rosie O'Donnell on Rosie Live! and on The Oprah Winfrey Show in the “Farewell Spectacular” episode.  Jody worked as a dance captain and/or  assistant for Broadway choreographers Denis Jones, Josh Prince, & Alex Sanchez and international theatre choreographer, Darren Lee.  He can also be seen dancing behind six-time Tony Award winner, Audra McDonald, in the movie musical, Hello Again! Some of his favorite roles include Darren in Take Me Out, Paul in Kiss Me Kate, Happiness in Thoughts of a Colored Man, Ken in Smokey Joe's Café, featured dancer with the NY Philharmonic, Omaha Symphony & South Dakota Symphony Orchestras AND substitute instructor of jazz & tap at Wagner College in Staten Island, NY.  Jody is also a proud Core Company Member of Quick Silver Theatre Company.Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts!Facebook: JAM Joe and Michelle's Dance PodcastInstagram: jam_dance_podcastTwitter: @jamdancepodcastEmail: jamdancepodcast@gmail.com

Music is everywhere. It's hard to imagine that there was a point where you couldn't constantly listen to music, a time before recordings of music even existed. But there's something in our brains that can't resist rhythm and harmony and the way music makes us feel. Today director of the Omaha Symphony Maestro Ankush Kumar Bahl and VP of Artistic Administration Dani Meier are in conversation with Tom Knoblauch about the power of music and what you can expect this year at the Omaha Symphony, including a world premiere from Grammy nominated composer Andy Akiho on March 17 and 18th honoring Omaha's own world-renowned visual artist Jun Kaneko. Tickets are available here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riversidechats/support

Join us in Episode 29 for a conversation with the amazing Brett Hodge, Principal Horn of the Omaha Symphony and 3rd Horn of the Grant Park Festival Orchestra. Episode Highlights Musical path on the horn Preparing for orchestral auditions Growing up in St. Louis, hearing the St. Louis Symphony Lightbulb moments Differences between music performance and music education Studying with Martin Hackleman Shoutout to Ryan Gruber! Musical heroes “When I need to fix something in my playing, I ask someone else.” “Even professionals have to work on things.” Wind Quintet playing Programming, pops repertoire “Having an orchestral job is not the only career out there.” Shoutout to Chris Castellanos! Career development “There's more to life than just practicing…” “I'm not what you would call a traditional soloist…” Preparing for solo competitions Playing with the Grant Park Orchestra I don't feel the need to compete with other people anymore.” Inspirations, musical and otherwise Shoutout to Josh Johnson! “There's no reason to be afraid to play.”

To open season four, we are thrilled to be joined by Anwar Nasir, Executive Director of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. Prior to his arrival in the Big Easy in the summer of 2021, he served as Chief Revenue and Advancement Officer at the Omaha Symphony, in addition to previous positions with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Hollywood Bowl, and Atlanta Ballet. He is a Philadelphia native and a graduate of Syracuse University, who had a career as a professional dancer before pursuing arts management. He is also passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Arts, serving on DEI committees with the League of American Orchestras and Tessitura Network and co-founding the Black Arts Leadership Alliance. Orchestrating Change is available wherever you get your podcasts. We also have a new website! Go to www.orchestratingchange.com to sign-up for email reminders, view past episodes, and see the various channels where you can view our content. For more information about everything else we are offering at this time, please visit www.cantonsymphony.org.

On this maiden podcast voyage, Harman, Josie, and Jaci welcome Mr. Lockwood and discuss starting a podcast, the upcoming Soda Shoppe concert, and performing Carmina Burana with the Omaha Symphony.

Soprano, musician, performer, and singing teacher https://www.vannordstrandvoice.com/ (Shelby VanNordstrand) shares her love for singing and her passion for expressing stories through music. As well as her classical background, VanNordstrand also creates and performs avant garde music, including r u ok (created with Seth Shafer) which they performed at the 2022 https://www.undertheradaromaha.com/ (Omaha Under the Radar Festival). You can watch a video of that performance via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFNnGY1l0Y0 (this link here). https://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-communication-fine-arts-and-media/about-us/faculty/music/shelby-vannordstrand.php (Shelby VanNordstrand) has appeared as a soloist with a wide range of ensembles and companies; including Lorin Maazel's Castleton Festival, New York Lyric Opera Theatre, Opera Omaha, Omaha Symphony, Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre, and the Simon Estes Young Artist Program.  VanNordstrand is passionate about connecting song and opera repertoire to today's audience. Her recital project “The Giving Voice Project: Ophelia” examines the gendered oppression of Hamlet's Ophelia from a twenty-first century view point through song, opera, and dance. She continues to share her love of song across the globe at many locations including Indonesia, Japan, China, Hawaii, and Lithuania. She is an alumnus of the SongFest program and is Associate Professor of Voice, Vocal Area Coordinator, and Director of Opera at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

"Being part of an ensemble taught me to look not just at my line but at all the music. The composer gives you so much information in the orchestra that you don't get from just the vocal line. That really informs your character. It allows me to be more fun and more creative if I can focus on being part of the whole at any given time."Bass Benjamin Sieverding of Minneapolis, MN has gained notice for his “resonant, expressive bass” (StarTribune). He most recently made his Metropolitan Opera debut as one of the Offstage Voices/Jury in Brett Dean's Hamlet. In 2022, he also made his Intermountain Opera Bozeman debut as Mr. Noble (Pish-Tush) in The Montana Mikado. In 2021, he made his Tulsa Opera debut as Betto in Gianni Schicchi and his Omaha Symphony debut performing excerpts from Mozart's Requiem and Handel's Messiah. In 2020, he was slated to return to Minnesota Opera to sing the roles of Bull and Neal in the world premiere of Edward Tulane, to make his Austin Opera debut as the Mandarin in Turandot, reprise the Dough's Mate in Companionship with Virginia Arts Festival, reprise Doctor Grenvil in La traviata with Out of the Box Opera, and return to Mill City Summer Opera as Sparafucile/Ceprano in Rigoletto. Mr. Sieverding has performed several roles with Minnesota Opera including Alfred Austrian in The Fix, Prison Warden George Benton in Dead Man Walking, Colline in La bohème, Frère Laurent in Roméo et Juliette, Sacristan in Tosca, and Sarastro in Die Zauberflöte. Other recent performances include appearances with South Dakota State Symphony, Madison Opera, Glacier Symphony, Pacific Symphony, Fort Worth Opera, Opera in the Heights, Opera South Dakota, Lakes Area Music Festival, and Madison Symphony Orchestra. In the upcoming season, Mr. Sieverding returns to Minnesota Opera, The Metropolitan Opera, and Madison Opera.To get in touch with Ben, you can visit his website: www.benjaminsieverding.com.Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson from Pexels

Subscribe to the Mindset Forge Newsletter:  https://bit.ly/3xKWAqNDr. Jolly sits down with Barton Bryan to discuss her career as an Opera Singer and her work helping aspiring singers overcome performance anxiety and creating a strong mindfulness practice.  They also discuss the  parallels between Singers and Athletes.  Episode Highlights:  Discover the power of having a word or mantra that allows you to relax and reset your body in the middle of performance.Performance habits of singers that can work for any discipline or sportThe importance of not people pleasing and searching for external validation in performance. Soprano Katherine Jolly is an Associate Professor of Music (Voice) at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. She has performed with Opera companies including Opera Theatre Saint Louis, Houston Grand Operaco., Florida Grand Opera, New York City Opera,  and appearing with conductors including George Manahan, Stephen Lord, Michael Christie,  and Jerry Steichen. Upcoming appearance include performances with Omaha Symphony, Lima Symphony and the Kingsbury Ensemble.  Katherine made her debut with Houston Grand Opera in 2012, in a world premiere of New Arrivals. “Katherine Jolly, also making her HGO debut, employed tender and expressive soprano vocals to make her portrayal of Iris poignant and unforgettable”, Operaworld.com.  She debuted with Virginia Opera, reprising Yum-Yum, in The Mikado, and returned to New York City Opera in 2010 for performances as Laoula in L'Etoile following her performances in Cendrillon, in 2007, where Variety wrote of her debut, “As the Fairy Godmother, coloratura soprano Katherine Jolly, delights with her endlessly flowing trills, runs and roulades.”    Dr. Jolly received the Doctor of Musical Arts and Master of Music degrees from the University of Cincinnati, College-Conservatory of Music, where she studied with Barbara Honn and Thomas Baresel. As certified yoga teacher with research background in music performance anxiety, she has presented workshops on yoga, singing, and performance anxiety at the Voice Foundation Symposium, Performing Arts Medical Association, the National Association of Teachers of Singing, and is a frequent guest clinician with organizations including Schmidt Vocal Arts, Opera Theatre Saint Louis's Spring Training program, NATS, and Arts Bridge. Dr. Jolly is an Associate Professor of Voice at Oberlin Conservatory, where she recently received the Faculty Excellence in Teaching award.  Learn more about Dr. Katherine Jolly at: http://www.katherinejollysoprano.comWatch and Listen to Katherine JollyVideo: https://youtu.be/uks6SYYZ-X0Video: https://youtu.be/7mQLMBro_Z4Audio: https://spoti.fi/3OhLjVEFor more information about Coaching with Barton, contact him at: Email Barton: bgbryan@gmail.com Let's be 1% better each week by Forging a Powerful Athlete's MindsetMindset, Dedication, Athlete, Strength, Consistency, diet, exercise, grit, endurance, cardio, weights, powerlifting, functional strength training, flexibility, CEO, Entrepreneur, Business,  opera, Oberlin Conservatory of Music, Classical Voice, Soprano, Coloratura, aria, baritone, basso, Mezzo Soprano, Lyric Opera, Cincinati Opera, New York City Opera, The Met, Metropolitan Opera, Davis, California, Broadway, musical theater, tenor, La Boheme, Mozart, Puccini, Verdi, Beethoven, Mindfulness practice for singers, Diaphragmatic breathing for singers, Visualization