Classical 101.1 WRR Focus on the Arts: A Program of Hope by the Contemporary Chorale

“In my 20 years directing the Chorale, the songs we have chosen for this year’s Spring show resonate and speak to my soul in ways I have not experienced,” says Contemporary Chorale’s Artistic Director Melanie Moore. “They reflect unity and empowerment of every individual.” In their upcoming program titled “What a Wonderful World,” the chorale… Read more »

Classical 101.1 WRR Focus on the Arts: Tenor Michael Fabiano on singing in Dallas, touring and… piloting!

Hear a conversation with tenor Michael Fabiano, who will be performing with his friends and fellow tenors, Bryan Hymel and Matthew Polenzani, at the Dallas Opera’s gala concert on May 11th. Fabiano doesn’t get much spare time with his busy schedule, but you may be surprised to discover what passion he pursues when he’s not… Read more »

Classical 101.1 WRR’s Focus on the Arts: Dallas Theater Center’s fresh, clever adaptation of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night

From a live band onstage, to addressing issues of gender fluidity… this is Shakespeare in 2019. Tony Award-winning Dallas Theater Center presents one of Shakespeare’s finest comedies, “Twelfth Night.” “That’s the wonderful thing about Shakespeare,” says Delphi Borich, who plays Viola in the production. “It’s so adaptable. You can do so many different things with… Read more »

Classical 101.1 WRR Focus on the Arts: A book every music student’s parent should read

If you’re a parent of a music student, this is a must-read! Listen to a conversation with conservatory-trained violinist Lauren Haley, the author of the book, “Kids Aren’t Lazy: Developing Motivation and Talent Through Music.” Lauren will be giving a master class and book signing at Kawai Piano Gallery in Plano, TX on Saturday, April… Read more »

Classical 101.1 WRR Focus on the Arts: Boston Pops Conductor Keith Lockhart on touring, film scores, and what he’d do if he weren’t a conductor

Affectionately known as “America’s Orchestra,” the Boston Pops returns to DFW for the first time in more than a decade! Hear this fun conversation with conductor Keith Lockhart about his favorite John Williams scores, the importance of live music, and what he’d be doing if he weren’t on the podium.

Classical 101.1 WRR Focus on the Arts: The world’s best guitarists descend upon North Texas for the UTD Guitar Festival!

Whether you’re a guitarist or just a fan, listen to this interesting conversation about classical guitar and the annual Guitar Festival/Competition at the University of Texas at Dallas! UTD head of Guitar Studies/festival director Enric Madriguera and Chairman of the Guitar Advisory Board Russell Cleveland stopped into the WRR studios to talk about how the… Read more »

Classical 101.1 WRR Focus on the Arts: The Women’s Chorus of Dallas’ celebration of female composers

Committed to celebrating the contributions of female composers and writers, The Women’s Chorus of Dallas presents their fifth-annual Voices of Women concert, including a world-premiere arrangement by Jocelyn Hagen, of three Dessa songs. Hear TWCD’s Artistic Director Melinda Imthurn talk more about the concert…. and some milestone events coming up for the organization!

Classical 101.1 WRR Focus on the Arts: Soprano Susan Graham returns to Texas!

Internationally-renowned soprano Susan Graham returns to her native Texas April 5th for a concert benefiting her alma mater, Texas Tech University and the T.J. and Margaret Talkington College of Visual and Performing Arts. Here she talks about her life, her career, and the upcoming “Evening with alumna Susan Graham” at the Meyerson Symphony Center in… Read more »