March 16, 2022 by Amy Bishop
Some of the finest members of DFW’s music community are coming together to show their support for Ukraine through a benefit concert for internally displaced people and refugees within (and from) Ukraine. Hosted by St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Plano and programmed by the church’s Director of Music and Worship Arts Taylor Davis, funds… Read more »
March 14, 2022 by Amy Bishop
Each year, The Arts Community Alliance – or TACA – spotlights two individuals who have made lasting contributions to the cultural fabric of the community through their steadfast support for the arts. This year, it’s Jennifer Burr Altabef and Larry Angelili, who, along with TACA’s President and Executive Director Terry Loftis, joined WRR’s Amy Bishop… Read more »
March 9, 2022 by Amy Bishop
Contemporary composer and John Cage scholar Kyle Gann grew up in Dallas between 1955 and 1978 – and, we’re proud to share – that WRR played a major role in him falling in love with and learning about music. Now, after a career in music, including 20 compact discs, seven books on American music, and… Read more »
February 28, 2022 by Amy Bishop
Every year, the University of Texas at Dallas hosts a unique festival and competition, designed to showcase outstanding classical guitar students. This year’s festival will include a GRAMMY Award winner, an international guitar superstar, and a previous UTD Guitar Competition winner. WRR’s Amy Bishop gets the details from Enric Madriguera, Professor and Director of Guitar… Read more »
January 25, 2022 by Amy Bishop
The Fort Worth Opera’s long-awaited premiere of Hector Armienta’s Zorro debuts at Rose Marine Theater! WRR’s Amy Bishop chats with the opera’s composer/librettist about this swashbuckling musical retelling of Johnston McCulley’s famous pulp fiction character, complete with sword fighting, revenge, heroism, and, of course… love.
January 12, 2022 by Amy Bishop
With newly named Music Director Robert Spano, Principal Guest Conductor Kevin John Edusei, a couple of commissioned works by new composers, a chamber series, and more, the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra is springing into its 2022-2023 season with a new artistic vision. The organization’s President and CEO Keith Cerny joins WRR’s Amy Bishop to give… Read more »
November 17, 2021 by Amy Bishop
Chamber Music Society of Fort Worth brings another afternoon of exquisite music to the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth with the program, “Flanders and Beyond.” Artistic Director Gary Levinson chats with WRR’s Amy Bishop about the interesting backstories of some of the pieces, plus the debut of a couple of A-List performers.
November 10, 2021 by Amy Bishop
A new ballet company is taking flight in North Texas! WRR’s Amy Bishop chats with Pegasus Contemporary Ballet’s founder Diana Crowder about her vision for this exciting new organization.
September 29, 2021 by Amy Bishop
Audiences in DFW and beyond have been thrilled to hear that The Dallas Opera is bringing world-class productions back to its home at the Winspear Opera House for their 2021-22 season. Hear WRR’s Amy Bishop catch up with TDO’s CEO and General Director Ian Derrer about the full season, including a company premiere.
September 22, 2021 by Amy Bishop
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.
