How DSO’s Pops season aims to reach more audiences

Every year, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra presents a pops season to complement their classical concerts by offering a variety of other genres -from pop music, movie scores, Broadway, and more. In this feature with WRR’s Amy Bishop, DSO’s director of orchestra operations and pops programming Tom Brekhus gives an overview of the concerts planned this... Read more »

John Holiday: Tiny Desk Concert

The countertenor’s sparkling personality shines brightly in a wide ranging set that includes jazz, classical and spirituals.

WRR101 Focus on the Arts: A look at the past, present & future for Dallas Winds

After 40 years as founding Executive Director of the Dallas Winds, Kim Campbell has retired. Stepping in as his successor is Michelle Hall, who formerly managed the Victoria Symphony. In this conversation with WRR’s Amy Bishop, Campbell and Hall talk more about the early days of the Dallas Winds, their impact on the band community,... Read more »

The borderless music of Gabriela Ortiz

At last, the ambitious composer finds herself in the spotlight, with a Carnegie Hall residency and a sparkling new album featuring Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

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