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The Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra is a great avenue for classical music, both new and old. The orchestra's Executive Director, Sarah Calderini, joined John Bommarito on "The Song Break" to talk about her many musical tastes and what the orchestra has planned for its upcoming season.
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Judith Owen's new album, "Suit Yourself", is the latest jazz recording in her catalog. John Bommarito talks to her about her journey to this album.
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John Bommarito spoke to Tierney Sutton about her new project and her upcoming show at The Blue LLama Jazz Club.
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A long list of musicians will gather at The Ark on Sunday for a very special evening. It's a celebration of Dick Siegel and his music. For more than 40 years, Siegel has graced area stages, providing a unique voice and musical presence. Each of the performers on Sunday will play a selection from Siegel's catalogue, and more than 20 pieces will be represented. It was Dick’s Siegel’s request that all proceeds benefit The Ark. Two of the participating performers are George Bedard and Mr. B. They joined WEMU's David Fair to discuss the impact of Dick Siegel and share their connections.
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WEMU's Marc Taras tells the story of Ron Brooks on today's Black History Moment.
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Retired Eastern Michigan University administrator and Jazzistry board member Malverne Winborne has today's Black History Moment.
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Jazz vocalist and music/film producer Joan Belgrave present today's Black History Moment about legendary concerto Marian Anderson.
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David Fair and Michael Jewett announce their retirements.
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The 2025 Blacksmith Shop Concert Series in Manchester takes place in the historic site of a former wagon factory. Built in 1877 by a group of stonemasons, the building was turned into a blacksmith shop. Eventually purchased by the Manchester Area Historical Society, it now operates as a museum where blacksmiths still practice their craft. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talks to violinist Grant Flick about the Blacksmith Shop Concert Series.
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The Michigan Theater is holding a memorial concert Thursday night to remember late organist Andrew Rogers. He passed away last month at the age of 74. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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WEMU is at The Blue LLama Jazz Club for Giving Tuesday.
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Marquee Arts organist Andrew Rogers, who has played live accompaniment to many films at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor since 2008, has passed away. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.
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A panel of music and broadcasting experts gathered with WEMU and listeners today for Public Music Radio Day to discuss the future of public broadcasting. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.