A world premiere, a tribute to Texas, a Cliburn gold medalist, and more — all a part of the Richardson Symphony Orchestra’s 60th milestone. WRR’s Amy Bishop chats with RSO Music Director and Conductor Clay Couturiaux about the season highlights and what’s involved in curating a compelling season each year.

After more than a year of no live performances, Chamber Music Society Fort Worth returns with a season to celebrate renewal and the human spirit. Hear WRR’s Amy Bishop chat with the organizations’ Artistic Director Gary Levinson about what to expect. Classical 101 WRR · Classical 101.1 WRR Focus on the Arts: A New Season… Read more »

For the past five decades, Texas Country Reporter has been telling the “slice of life” stories of Texans through a weekly television show, hosted by Bob and Kelli Phillips. To celebrate the show’s Golden anniversary, they’re embarking on a live concert tour throughout the state over the course of about a year, starting in October… Read more »

The City of McKinney’s famous Red, White and BOOM! Independence Day celebration is back in full force this year, set for Saturday, July 3rd. WRR’s Amy Bishop chatted with Ryan Mullins about what to expect all day, beginning with a hometown parade and ending with a spectacular fireworks display, with a soundtrack simulcast provided by… Read more »

In the mood for a nostalgic evening? Immerse yourself in America’s music and style of the 1920s and 30s with the Singapore Slingers’ upcoming concert, “A Night in June.” Hear WRR’s Amy Bishop chat with Matt Tolentino, the group’s founder and bandleader, about how it’ll feel to roll out their first large-scale post-pandemic event, set… Read more »

Despite a year of unprecedented global unrest, the St. Matthew’s Cathedral Arts is emerging with hope, resilience and strength. Through streamlining their organizational structure on the cusp of their tenth anniversary, the next season offers superb visual and performing arts events in the heart of East Dallas. Hear WRR’s Amy Bishop chat with Mary Dibbern,… Read more »

Celebrating 40 years as Music Director for the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra, Richard Giangiulio chats with WRR’s Amy Bishop about the organization’s early days, his fondest memories, and what keeps him inspired. Classical 101 WRR · Classical 101.1 WRR Focus on the Arts: GDYO’s Richard Giangiulio reflecting on 40 years as maestro

“I would say flexibility sums up what we’ve accomplished in the past year,” remarks Kim Noltemy, Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s President and CEO. In this conversation with WRR’s Amy Bishop, hear her reflect on the DSO’s resiliency during the pandemic and what’s in store for their thrilling 2021/2022 season. Classical 101 WRR · Classical 101.1 WRR… Read more »

“It’s humbling, and it’s also inspiring,” says Dallas resident Donna Wilhelm, who, along with Dallasite Sam Self, is being honored as a TACA Silver Cup recipient this year. Hear WRR’s Amy Bishop chat with Wilhelm, Self, and TACA President and Executive Director Terry Loftis about why championing the creative community right now is more important… Read more »

Established as Dallas’ first city park, Dallas Heritage Village is home to the largest collection of 19th century pioneer and Victorian homes and commercial buildings in Texas. During the pandemic, the living museum has been a welcome opportunity to experience culture in an outdoor environment with ample room for social distancing. Hear Amy Bishop chat… Read more »

“I think what makes Tosca so approachable for newcomers is the clarity and the intensity of the drama and the way that drama is translated by the music — or is in the music itself,” says The Dallas Opera’s Music Director Emmanuel Villaume. The Dallas Opera has resurrected its star-studded 2015 production of Puccini’s immortal… Read more »

After a nearly two month residency with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Concert Truck’s founders reflect on their time in North Texas. What surprised them about Dallas? What was it like to work with the DSO? Where do they go next? Listen to Amy Bishop’s conversation with the truck’s founders — Nick Luby and Susan… Read more »

“You need to be able to take care of the health of people, but you also need to take care of their souls,” says The Dallas Opera’s Mrs. Eugene McDermott Music Director Emmanuel Villaume in a phone call with WRR’s Amy Bishop. Hear how The Dallas Opera will apply an abundance of caution towards reopening… Read more »

In this challenging year, hunger is affecting our neighbors like never before. That’s why Northern Trust and the North Texas Food Bank are calling on the generosity of North Texas residents for support. “Hunger is in every zip code,” says NTFB President & CEO Trisha Cunningham. Joined by Northern Trust’s Chris Gold, Trisha sheds light… Read more »

Described as “America’s funniest mom,” Erma Bombeck charmed millions of readers with her candid wit and stories as an Midwestern American housewife. Mainstage Irving-Las Colinas is celebrating the work of Bombeck with their one-woman show, “Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End,” featuring Ellen Locy. Hear WRR’s Amy Bishop chat with Locy about the production and the… Read more »