[23] It was created by Steve Robinson and is now carried by over 50 stations in the U.S. and is heard by over 400,000 people each week. 24 Etudes, Op 125 Possibly two, three performances a day. The programming? [14] (FM stereo broadcasting was not yet available.). In 1979, WFMT was one of the first local FM stations to re-broadcast its programming via satellite. This platform, augmented by curatorial commentary, re-use tools, educational resources, highlights of creative re-use, and an original podcast, along with other special features, opens up Terkels radio programs and allows for a deeper level of user engagement. [CDATA[ I want to see what the audience reacts to. They also are in need of local volunteers to staff food pantries, pack and deliver food. Peter B. Pond Good written and verbal communications skills are essential, as is an interest in development. So many times, I open up a booklet, and who wrote the liner notes? Kening, Dan. Nicholas Antoine Combine audio from the Archive to create entirely new works. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. staff, programming, and artistsmagnifying the welcoming pull of our art form, our company, and our city. Its website says WFMT "strives to entertain, engage, and above all, respect its listeners with a quality and variety of programming found nowhere else." The station has an impressive legacy in one of Americas great music capitals. Folk music on 98.7WFMT, wfmt.com, WFMT app Folkstage - Sat 8 pm The Midnight Special - Sat 9 pm James W. Mabie ~ 1935-2021. He joined the station in 2022. A Bass-Baritone from the DMV area (Maryland), LaRob has been involved with music since childhood and is a graduate of DePaul University, where he studied Vocal Performance. How a speech by David Foster Wallace inspired a new triptych for brass quartet. Weekends feature shows on baroque music, folk music, Latin classical music and chamber music. 13,981 at the Majestic Theatre and it ended with a reprise of "The Music of the Night" performed by the current cast, previous actors in the show. On August 6 - 11, 2023, join Carl Grapentine and WFMT travel partner, Travelex International, on a trip filled with music and culture in Santa Fe, New Mexico! A Bass-Baritone from the DMV area (Maryland), LaRob has been involved with music since childhood and is a graduate of DePaul University, where he studied Vocal Performance. Bugs Bunny does classical music. But the initial unfamiliarity soon became excitement, in particular about the possibility of mastering new languages and traveling to new countries through a vocal performance career. George Preston will begin leading KMFA in Austin, Texas, as CEO at the end of January, the classical station announced Thursday. Preston is currently VP of radio and GM at WFMT in Chicago. J. Thomas Hurvis 24 Etudes, Op 125 Norman R. Bobins Raymond Whitacre On this weeks episode, LaRob and Kristina welcome two special guests to explore the crossover between classical music and climate change activism. Christopher P. Valenti Harry Belafonte, activist and entertainer, dies at 96. 187 talking about this. Franklin Shirley Welsh Ryan Scott J. Fisher This website uses cookies. John W. Ballantine How can I find out about Studs Terkels tapes from his oral history books? John W. McCarter, Jr.* He takes over the position from Andi Lamoreaux, who served as the station's music director for the past 20 years and came to WFMT in 1969. [14][24] WFMT also aired a discussion between Frank Lloyd Wright and Carl Sandburg, which was simulcast with WTTW, marking the first collaboration between WTTW and WFMT. Rich also produced folk music concerts on campus. Here is the text of Preston's email to staff: . In 2009, the Library of Congresss Division of Recorded Sound asked CHM to lend the tapes of the original programs. Richard W. Colburn Singer and conductor Kirsten Hedegaard discusses her work in this sphere, including her EcoVoice Project, and composer Sarah Kirkland Snider shares the environmental impetus for creating her work Mass for the Endangered. These organizations share a common goal with his work at WFMT, to change the narrative that white male European classical music is the standard. [14], In 1954, WFMT's studios and transmitter were moved to the LaSalle-Wacker Building, increasing its HAAT to 547 feet. Illinois Tim Alexander is a correspondent for WGLT. "Most listeners don't even know it was there," Carter. Before settling into her radio job, she spent much of her career singing, acting and dancing professionally. He explains: I go to a lot of performances. [14] A live performance of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra was heard in the U.S., United Kingdom, France, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy, Sweden and West Germany simultaneously. In 1998 a suggestion and donation from an Anonymous Family Foundation, and subsequent support from WFMT folk music fans launched Folkstage a weekly concert series preceding The Midnight Special. Preston joins KMFA from Window To The World Communications Classical 98.7 WFMT Chicago where he has served as VP/GM since March 2019. Since 2018, Dennis has served as the host of Weekday Mornings. Noon: A passionate and energetic interpretation of Rameau. [37] After suffering a heart attack in 1993, Nordstrand worked as a part-time consultant to the station.[37]. Tilden Cummings Jr. In 2003, the station began syndication of the program "Exploring Music with Bill McGlaughlin", an informational weekday program on various themes in classical music. MFB is seeking corporate partners and individuals to help fund local food relief programs. President and Chief Executive Officer, Jill Britton EEO Public File(2018 2019) [3], The station signed on the air on May16, 1948; 74 years ago(1948-05-16). Roger L. Plummer* In his current role since 2019 as VP of Radio and General Manager at WFMT, Chicago, he is responsible for programming, staff, and budgeting, and has led the stations very successful on-air fundraising programs while cultivating major donors. Gary Johnson* In 2009, Preston could be heard on-air at WFMT as afternoon drive host and hosted and produced the internationally syndicated Lyric Opera of Chicago broadcasts. Robert Clifford Weekly broadcasts include the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony Orchestra and Metropolitan Opera. The radio archive is jointly managed by CHM and the WFMT Radio Network, a division of Window to the World Communication Inc. CHM has owned Terkels tapes since he retired from WFMT and became a staff member of CHM in 1997. These programs are comprised of live performances of the Orchestra from the 2006-2007 seasons. Dr. Ian Smith Classical 89.5 KMFA Austin TX has appointed George Preston as Chief Executive Officer. Interns at WFMT are assigned an internship coordinator who will work with you to structure the internship to help you develop the skills in your chosen area. The WFMT Jazz Satellite Network debuted two years later. President Gary Johnson and Executive Vice President and chief historian Russell Lewis of the History Museum are the ones who first suggested to Steve Robinson, general manager for WFMT and the. | Hummel, Johann Nepomuk, Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Public File | 2022 WWCI, In addition to being your host for weekday evenings, Peabody Award winner. Students of any major are encouraged to apply but an interest in classical music would be recommended. Philip A. Alphonse WFMT is excited to welcome two new voices to our host roster! He continues hosting The Midnight Special and recording folk music concerts for the station and enjoying semi-rural living. Key partnerships with technology organizations including Digital ReLab and Hyperaudio, education organizations like the Chicago Public Librarys YOUMedia and Great Books Foundation, and a wide variety of media, humanities, and arts organizations have helped expand the archives reach. However, wed prefer interns that are open to working on a wide range of projects. Alan A. How well do you know the strange and changing times Rachmaninoff lived in? . Belafonte stands as the model and the epitome of the celebrity activist. "I've listened to WFMT for as long as I can remember," Kristina Lynn recalls. [15], Several classical music stations were found on the FM dial in Chicago in the 1960s, 70s and 80s. During his tenure at WFMT, Rich has recorded a few hundred folk music concerts, and produced and co-hosted the City of Chicago/WFMT Folk Music Festival from 1985-89. In addition to her extensive work with spoken arts programs, from 1972 until 2009 Lois Baum co-hosted with Norman Pellegrini nationally syndicated broadcasts from the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Robinson started his broadcast career in 1956 at WEAW in Evanston. Email Bridget Dehl, Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Public File | 2022 WWCI. With an easygoing approach, Kristina aims to welcome all types of listeners to classical music and explore the art form from a 21st-century perspective. He has also held roles as GM of KCME Colorado Springs, afternoon host at WFMT, Music Director of WNYC New York, Program Director of WXCR Tampa, and APD/MD of WBUR Boston. 24 Etudes, Op 125 Associate program director Lois Baum, a 32-year veteran of WFMT and longtime colleague of Pellegrini (the two serve as co-hosts for the station's Lyric Opera of Chicago broadcasts), says there. Interested students should email their resume and cover letter expressing their qualifications and interest in the internship to:[emailprotected]. [14], WFMT won another Alfred I. DuPont Award in 1960, this time as the country's best broadcaster in the large-station category. An exploratory committee, consisting of a number of Terkels former colleagues and friends as well as experts from related fields, was established to develop a strategic plan for the radio archive as the digitized recordings became available. And he was very open and gave me great advice It was life-changing she shares, and it steered me on this path to audition for music school.. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Our internships are very flexible and allow for a wide range of experiences. Howard S. Dubin We are pleased to answer any questions and share information. Several noteworthy individuals have worked at WFMT in its history. He also works at Lyric Unlimited, which engages with communities not traditionally represented in opera. [14] This feed was received by cable companies (who transmitted WFMT's programming to their subscribers), as well as by home TVRO users. Supporters Jennifer L. Sherman 2023 Cox Media Group. Soon, the monumental task of digitizing the tapes began, at their state of the art Packard Campus of the National Audio-Visual Conservation Center in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Culpepper, Virginia. How can I learn more about Studs Terkels life, his work, and his Radio Archive? While studying in the vocal music program at DePaul University, LaRob tried to go beyond the fixtures of academic vocal music and perform music that he felt spoke directly to him as a Black singer. [14], In 2001, the station's transmitter was moved to the Sears Tower in downtown Chicago (now the Willis Tower).[14]. [42][14] The station broadcast material from Digital Audio Tape for the first time in 1987,[43][44] and was once again chosen by Sony to broadcast from a MiniDisc in 1992,[44] to demonstrate the subtle differences between an MD and a CD. Oliver, who has been with the station in various roles since 2018, has begun in his new role today. His school was majority Black, but in the performing arts program, the teaching staff was predominantly white. [13][10][14] They began with 8-hour-a-day broadcasts, with Bernard serving as the station's engineer, and Rita as the station's announcer. Gail M. Elden Oliver Camachos expertise in classical music comes at all levels: a vocal performer with experience in broadcasting, arts administration, and programming. In 1978, WFMT participated in the first stereo relay of a live performance via satellite, from the San Francisco Opera. To the shocked WFMT staff, William McCarter was a suspicious outsider and Diederichs was a total alien. Jessica G. Adams Listening to theSpecial became a passion. [37] Nordstrand moved up to the position of president and general manager in 1970. This site is being managed byWFMTin partnership with the Chicago History Museum. Read the biography of host Lisa Flynn and find out more about all WFMT hosts.View all >, Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Public File | 2022 WWCI, After 52 Years at WFMT, Music Director Andi Lamoreaux To Retire, Grammys 2022: See All the Classical+ Nominees (And Winners), Tr music supervisor Lucy Bright: 'It's rare to have classical music on screen in that way', Listening Party: WFMTs New Show Prizes Fresh Perspectives on Classical Music Sounds, 'Art unfolding': Leading American Composer Jennifer Higdon Tackles New Instruments, Breaks Boundaries, 2023 Crain-Maling Foundation CSO Young Artists Competition, LIVE | Miriam Kessler, 17, harp, piano, and composer. This platform, augmented by curatorial commentary, re-use tools, educational resources, highlights of creative re-use, and an . Chicago, IL. Hiranda S. Donoghue Ray generously agreed, and also allowed Rich to visit WFMT and watch him host the show. [37] He later became the assistant of original owner Bernard Jacobs. Read the biography of host Kerry Frumkin and find out more about all WFMT hosts.View all >, Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Public File | 2022 WWCI, Listening Party: WFMTs New Show Prizes Fresh Perspectives on Classical Music Sounds, Chicago Musical Pathways Initiative Class of 2021. Clennon Reberg, a Detroit native, comes to California from Chicago where she was a staff announcer at classical station WFMT. | Hummel, Johann Nepomuk, Sandra Cordova Micek Im glad shes going to be available to me if I need help., When it comes to being attuned to audiences and helping shape the sound of the station, Oliver is well qualified. When Rich left for the University of Illinois in 1968 to major in history, he immediately convinced the commercial student radio station, WPGU, to allow him to host a folk music program. Elizabeth Duncan [34] The station replays Terkel's noteworthy interviews on Friday nights. Rich also produced folk music concerts on campus. Find out more here. David K. Mabie [9][10][7][11], In 1951, the station's call sign was changed to WFMT. //
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