Hi there,
There's so much going on for music lovers this weekend! As both Laura and Mark Calder are telling you in their blogs this week, we are thrilled to be part of Boston's 4th of July celebrations again this year at the Hatch Shell. We'll be basking in the ambience of the Esplanade starting at noon on Saturday, and we'll be featuring the great patriotic marches and anthems that are part of our American Heritage all day. Then, Laura and I get to host the big event: the Boston Pops concert with Keith Lockhart and special guest Neil Diamond.
If it weren't for the 4th, our big news would be the start of another season of great live BSO music from Tanglewood! Larry King will host the broadcasts once again this year....and we will have live concerts on WCRB Friday night at 8:30 and Sunday afternoon at 2:30!
It's been a tough year for many of us. We've all seen friends lose jobs, and many of us are finding it more difficult to make ends meet these days, but even so....America is still an awesome country! I think it's important to reflect on what we DO have on this holiday....and celebrate who we are as a country....collectively and individually!
I hope you have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!
As always,
Mark
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Summer?
Hi!
As I sit here at my office computer overlooking the trees lining the Charles River, watching the rain fall (again!), and muse that I should have worn a long-sleeve shirt here on the 23rd of June, the calendar nonetheless says it's summer! And, in Boston, that always means lots to enjoy.
Personally, it means that I won't be at Symphony Hall for the Pops or the BSO for the next couple of months. And, while I will miss being there live with the energy of those 2 great orchestras in that historic space, it also means that I will get to enjoy a few weekends off! :)
And, there will be plenty of live music to keep my attention over the course of the summer....beginning with the 4th of July celebration on the Esplanade! WCRB is honored to be part of the festivities again this year....we will be broadcasting from the Esplanade beginning at noon until the end of the fireworks spectacular. Keith Lockhart and the Pops always shine brilliantly at this event, and I can't wait to see it once again! It's hard to believe it's just over 2 weeks away!
This coming weekend....we're bringing back another "Classical Composer Marathon Weekend". I'll write more about what you can expect on that later this week.
In the meantime, your feedback is always welcome!
Praying for sun,
Mark
As I sit here at my office computer overlooking the trees lining the Charles River, watching the rain fall (again!), and muse that I should have worn a long-sleeve shirt here on the 23rd of June, the calendar nonetheless says it's summer! And, in Boston, that always means lots to enjoy.
Personally, it means that I won't be at Symphony Hall for the Pops or the BSO for the next couple of months. And, while I will miss being there live with the energy of those 2 great orchestras in that historic space, it also means that I will get to enjoy a few weekends off! :)
And, there will be plenty of live music to keep my attention over the course of the summer....beginning with the 4th of July celebration on the Esplanade! WCRB is honored to be part of the festivities again this year....we will be broadcasting from the Esplanade beginning at noon until the end of the fireworks spectacular. Keith Lockhart and the Pops always shine brilliantly at this event, and I can't wait to see it once again! It's hard to believe it's just over 2 weeks away!
This coming weekend....we're bringing back another "Classical Composer Marathon Weekend". I'll write more about what you can expect on that later this week.
In the meantime, your feedback is always welcome!
Praying for sun,
Mark
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
The New Music Mix
Hi there,
Over the last couple of months, we've been asking you to take an online music survey. Many of you gave generously of your time, and rated many segments of pieces for us. Your results helped us to fashion our new playlist on WCRB! You told us of some pieces we haven't played in a long time that you want to hear again. You also told us of some pieces you'd rather not hear....and even about pieces that you love, but are a little weary of hearing frequently.
Thank you for your input! And now, we're happy to say that you can hear the fruits of your labor when you tune in to WCRB! We hope that you enjoy this new music mix.....and that it gives you hours and hours of pleasure.
And, you can be sure that we'll call on you to help again in the future. We really do want WCRB to be your first (and only!) choice for classical music on the radio!
Have a great day,
Mark
Over the last couple of months, we've been asking you to take an online music survey. Many of you gave generously of your time, and rated many segments of pieces for us. Your results helped us to fashion our new playlist on WCRB! You told us of some pieces we haven't played in a long time that you want to hear again. You also told us of some pieces you'd rather not hear....and even about pieces that you love, but are a little weary of hearing frequently.
Thank you for your input! And now, we're happy to say that you can hear the fruits of your labor when you tune in to WCRB! We hope that you enjoy this new music mix.....and that it gives you hours and hours of pleasure.
And, you can be sure that we'll call on you to help again in the future. We really do want WCRB to be your first (and only!) choice for classical music on the radio!
Have a great day,
Mark
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Spring Cleaning!
It's that time of year.....I remember my Mom used to always make a big deal out of spring cleaning....and the whole family was drafted into participation. We would moan at the thought, but there was a sense of family camaraderie once we got started....and a great sense of accomplishment when it was through, and we could see the fruits of our labor. We're actually doing the same thing here at WCRB this year! This week, we're all cleaning out our work areas. I'm marveling at how this parallels my family experience from years ago. I'm also amazed at just how much "stuff" I've accumulated over the last year in my work space! Much of it brings back good memories of things we've experienced in the last year: The Cartoon Festival, our Christmas programming, planning for our specialty weekends...and of course, all the great new music that's come to my attention. And, there's all the other stuff....the paperwork that should have been filed some time ago, and things that have been awaiting their home in that notorius "circular file!" I like what this is doing for us....we're taking pride in our personal space...just the same way we take pride in what comes out of the speakers at WCRB! And, there's one big advantage to spring cleaning at WCRB vs. at my homestead: here at WCRB, we have all this wonderful classical music permeating every corner of the building while we accomplish this task!
I hope you're doing well this week.
Mark
I hope you're doing well this week.
Mark
Thursday, June 4, 2009
The upcoming weekend on WCRB
Hi there,
It's wonderful to be enjoying June, isn't it? I love the weather and how green everything is this time of year. I also love listening to WCRB while I'm out wasting gas and enjoying the countryside. It helps me to forget that I've just spent $2.55 a gallon for the privelege!
This coming weekend, we're going to be resurrecting some amazing music and performances from WCRB's archives. As you know, WCRB has been on the air for over 60 years, and we have a pretty extensive collection of music. We thought we'd feature some of the great recordings from the archives. We're calling it the WCRB "Classic Performances Weekend."
I've found many recordings featuring legends from all over the planet, and we'll feature some of the world's greatest all weekend. It's noteworthy to point out how much the city of Boston has contributed to the classical community over the years, as well! Not only do we have the treasuries of Arthur Fiedler's performances, we've also unearthed some vintage performances from BSO leaders Charles Munch, Pierre Monteux, even Bruno Walter! And, we've found some wonderful Leonard Bernstein performances that we'll share with you, too.
I hope you will have the chance to listen...and re-discover these performances with us. It all starts at 4 in the afternoon on Friday.
Best,
Mark
It's wonderful to be enjoying June, isn't it? I love the weather and how green everything is this time of year. I also love listening to WCRB while I'm out wasting gas and enjoying the countryside. It helps me to forget that I've just spent $2.55 a gallon for the privelege!
This coming weekend, we're going to be resurrecting some amazing music and performances from WCRB's archives. As you know, WCRB has been on the air for over 60 years, and we have a pretty extensive collection of music. We thought we'd feature some of the great recordings from the archives. We're calling it the WCRB "Classic Performances Weekend."
I've found many recordings featuring legends from all over the planet, and we'll feature some of the world's greatest all weekend. It's noteworthy to point out how much the city of Boston has contributed to the classical community over the years, as well! Not only do we have the treasuries of Arthur Fiedler's performances, we've also unearthed some vintage performances from BSO leaders Charles Munch, Pierre Monteux, even Bruno Walter! And, we've found some wonderful Leonard Bernstein performances that we'll share with you, too.
I hope you will have the chance to listen...and re-discover these performances with us. It all starts at 4 in the afternoon on Friday.
Best,
Mark
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