Thoughts of Summer!

We've had a few hints of summer already.....and I'm always ready to think warm thoughts! Summers are always a great time for us fans of classical music....because we can actually enjoy the music in the open-air often! There's nothing like listening to this great music in the pastoral settings of the great outdoors.

We've been busy working towards our summer plans here at WCRB. And, I know it's early, but I wanted to share how things are shaping up with you.

We're going to be part of Boston's huge 4th of July celebrations once again this year at the Hatch Shell. We have plans to be there, broadcasting live all day, finishing with a live broadcast of the nationally-televised Pops Concert, with Keith Lockhart conducting. Should be a great day! I'll have more details about that for you as we approach the summer.

Also, we are going to be part of Wednesday night concerts at the Hatch Shell again this year. It's the "Landmarks Festival at the Shell" featuring the Landmarks Orchestra, under the direction of Charles Ansbacher, and other great orchestras....every Wednesday night, all summer, starting July 15th with an "Intensely Italian" theme...the music of Verdi, Mendelssohn, Scarlatti, and others. The concerts are free, and begin at 7. Bring your friends, bring a picnic, and plan to celebrate the summer with WCRB!

OK, back to reality. Summer is still a few weeks away....and I should bask in the moment....spring is beautiful, after all, isn't it?

Thanks as always for making WCRB part of your day!

Mark E.