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Remembering beloved WRTI jazz announcer Bob Perkins
The coolest cat in the world
Composer Kile Smith worked with Bob Perkins in the studio at WRTI. He remembers the legendary Philly jazz announcer as an unwitting mentor who imparted the knowledge and the feeling of great music for 25 years at the mic.
Essays
5 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, more in January 2025
Tunes to keep you warm
Music from familiar names, and a different kind of Curtain Call, are all in tow to close out the month of January and move into February. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
4 minute read
Philadelphia Orchestra open rehearsals take music lovers of all ages behind the scenes of the symphony
A symphonic sneak peek
What goes on as the Philadelphia Orchestra, directed by Yannick Nézet-Séguin, prepares for a performance of Mahler’s Symphony No. 9? Linda Holt visits to learn more about a program that brings donors and students together behind the scenes.
Features
6 minute read
Variant 6 presents RE/IMAGINE
A rare night of secular music for voice and organ
Philly vocal ensemble Variant 6 explored the classic combination of voice and organ, though with a rare focus on secular music, including a world premiere by Benjamin C.S. Boyle, who was in attendance. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Reviews
5 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, January 2025
Concerts to start off the year
Music from East Passyunk Opera Project, Ama Deus Chamber Orchestra, Symphony in C, and more to open the new year in the Philly area. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
3 minute read
The Philadelphia Orchestra presents The Muppet Christmas Carol
A frog, a pig, and Constantine Kitsopoulos
The Philadelphia Orchestra scores the 1992 film live this week, and it has us wondering: what Muppet do you relate to the most? Gabrielle Kaplan-Mayer previews.
Previews
3 minute read
BSR Holiday Classical Interludes, December 2024
Scoring the holiday
Holiday music outside of the (beloved) carols and Mariah Carey stratosphere happening in the Philly area this December. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
4 minute read
Dolce Suono presents Great Arrangements
Variations beyond Bach
Great Arrangements by Dolce Suono made for a compelling afternoon of chamber music, featuring arrangements of well-known and less-well-known works that differed from the composer’s original vision. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Reviews
4 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, December 2024
'Tis the season
Classical music offerings from the first half of December in Philly and the greater area. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
3 minute read
Meet the young Philly singers who help make The Nutcracker magical
The voices behind the Philadelphia Ballet’s “Waltz of the Snowflakes”
Each year, Philadelphia Ballet's Nutcracker is a holiday destination for area families. Camille Bacon-Smith takes us behind the scenes to meet the young singers who make the show stand out.
Features
6 minute read