Sandbox Percussion: Tiny Desk Concert

From plumbing pipes and rice bowls to vibraphones and one big bass drum, Sandbox Percussion makes mesmerizing music that you have to see to believe.

Julia Bullock & Christian Reif: Tiny Desk Concert

The soprano and her pianist husband offer a deeply considered look at the human condition through seven distinct songs.

WRR101 Focus on the Arts: DSO’s mastery of Mahler & mindreading

Nearing his 6th season as Music Director of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Fabio Luisi has reached a new level of oneness with the musicians, to the point of almost “reading each other’s minds.” In this conversation with WRR’s Amy Bishop, Luisi joins DSO’s Chief Artistic Officer Katie McGuinness for an overview of the organization’s milestone... Read more »

Composer Carlos Simon carries his ancestors with him

The rising composer talks about the influence of the church on his music and the premiere of his Good News Mass at the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

Ashley Jackson brings spirituals to the harp

The rising harpist explores spirituals, musical ancestors and the influence of church on her new album, Take Me to the Water.

Dallas Opera announces 25-26 season, which includes a once-in-a-lifetime production of ‘Carmen’

The Dallas Opera has announced its 68th season, which includes four mainstage productions, all new to Dallas as company or U.S. premieres. WRR’s Amy Bishop recently caught up with Ian Derrer, TDO’s Kern Wildenthal General Director and CEO, for an overview of the season, which includes a version of Bizet’s “Carmen” that may only be... Read more »

Jean-Yves Thibaudet: Tiny Desk Concert

The famed Frenchman brings all his elegance and colorful playing to music by Ravel, Brahms and Villa-Lobos.

They may seem mysterious to competitors, but Cliburn judges understand the stakes in Fort Worth

I got to the Pepsico Recital Hall early one morning this week, when the day’s first competitors were still warming their fingers in nearby practice rooms. Cliburn staff were trickling into the building, all surpirsingly cheery, despite just leaving this place about 9 hours ago. The reason for my early arrival, my secret mission, was... Read more »

In Fort Worth, auditioning for the Cliburn is like “a gladiator fight with a lion”

WRR's Emilio Alvarez checks in with three pianists who hope to make the cut at auditions for the prestigious competition.

WRR101 Focus on the Arts: 15 years of Bruce Wood Dance

“Go big or go home” was one of Bruce Wood’s favorite expressions, and the Bruce Wood Dance company is honoring his legacy with their upcoming Texas-inspired gala concert. In this feature with WRR’s Amy Bishop, BWD Artistic Director Joy Bollinger gives a sneak peek into a night that’ll include dancing, live music, rhinestones galore, and... Read more »