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Considering The Effect Of Conspiracy Theories On The American Psyche

June 10, 2019 - 4:30pm

While conspiracy theories have long been a part of American consciousness, there's a new surge of conspiracism according to our guest author. We discuss the state of modern conspiracy theories, consider the causes that help them take hold, and look at the future of American society.

June Request Show

June 9, 2019 - 5:00pm

It’s summertime, and the livin’ is easy with our monthly listener request show. We have music from Bill Staines, Tragedy Ann, Leon Redbone and a live performance from Doc and Merle Watson...all because listeners like you asked for it.

June 3 - 7, 2019

June 7, 2019 - 4:40pm

Turkish marches, an African suite, a Bach choral motet, cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason, a barefoot trumpeter and the week's new release – a Beethoven piano sonata.

Mahalia Jackson "The Golden Voice Of Gospel'

June 7, 2019 - 10:00am

It is difficult to imagine a more definitive practitioner of Afrocentric Sacred Gospel Music in the United States, than Mahalia Jackson whose iconic voice became a symbol of the Civil Rights Movement during the March On Washington in 1963.

Unfazed by a rash of solicitations for her to join the ranks of other gospel artists who had crossed over to the secular side of the isle, Jackson stayed true to her musical roots and the genre's mission designed to uplift and encourage a people – some of whom lived on the margins of life.

Tk 5 "Soon I Will Be Done";...

Beethoven: Piano Sonatas Opp. 109, 110 & 111

June 6, 2019 - 6:10pm

Scottish pianist Steven Osborne plays Beethoven's final three piano sonatas on a recording "Gramophone Magazine" calls "a magnificent achievement."

#1301 6.8.19 Live Broadcast

June 6, 2019 - 4:00pm

Live Broadcast features : Show Of Hands, Cara Dillon, Graminy, Old Blind Dogs, Boubacar Traoré, Kelly Hall-Tomkins, Ye Vagabonds, Mamani Keita, Samira Said, Maureen Choi Quartet and more.

Spectrum West, June 6, 2019

June 6, 2019 - 10:00am

Arts Center New Season, Musician, Juneteenth and Shakespeare- A review of season one and a preview of the announcement of season two at the Pablo Center on the Confluence is the highlight of “Spectrum West.” The show also featured a musician performing in Hudson, a Juneteenth event in Eau Claire and the Great River Shakespeare Festival in Winona, Minn.

Concert Promoter and DJ Discuss Music Business in Wisconsin

June 4, 2019 - 7:30am

Self-releasing musicians generated $643 million worldwide last year and are expected to generate more than $1 billion this year, according to a recent report by Rolling Stone. We talk with a Madison-based producer and a concert promoter about the music business in Wisconsin.

Welcoming The Summer

June 2, 2019 - 5:00pm

A burst of wildflowers in a summer meadow

With June comes summer, and we have songs for the season, a performance from last year’s Shawano Folk Festival, our download of the month by Amy Ray, music from Simon and Garfunkel, Pert Near Sandstone and more.

'Dragnet'

June 1, 2019 - 10:30pm

Friday and Smith investigate the murder of a wealthy business owner, in "The Big Will." Originally aired 06/07/53.

How The Funeral Industry Is Breathing New Life Into Honoring Our Loved Ones

June 1, 2019 - 11:00am

Ernie Smith, editor of Tedium, is on a mission to take a deep dive toward the absolute end of the long tail. One of these said missions found him exploring how innovative technology could improve funerals and final resting places.

Preserving India's Folk Music Roots On Vinyl

June 1, 2019 - 11:00am

Ankur Malhotra is working to capture the fading ancient sounds of traditional Indian folk music.

The Tradition of Tejano Music

June 1, 2019 - 10:00am

Tejano music or Tex-Mex music, is the assigned label given to diverse forms of folk and popular music originating among Mexican American communities in Central and Southern Texas. This intriguing narrative represents Tejano’s link to German music originating in the Czech Republic.

#1330 5.1.19 Live Broadcast

May 31, 2019 - 4:00pm

Live Broadcast features : Los Angeles Guitar Quartet, Billie Holiday, Della Reese, Jon Hassell, Chouia, Robert Rich, Jambu, Le Vent du Nord, Mdou Moctar, a blend of sounds from Ireland, Quebec, Mexico and more.

The Planet Symphony Orchestra

May 31, 2019 - 4:00pm

The Planet Symphony Orchestra is the first and largest Art-Science-Social initiative to combat the environmental emergency with 2000 Grammy and other award winning artists, scientists, media, business and social leaders, environmentalists and students from over 60 countries. The PSO’s Global Music Production on World Environment Day on 5 June is...

May 20 - 24, 2019

May 31, 2019 - 2:45pm

Highlights included two works by Coleridge-Taylor, a new symphony by Florence Price and one by Barbara Harbach, a piece in honor of Wagner's birthday and some fun Rossini!

How A Cello Conducts An Orchestra Of Guitar Pedals

May 31, 2019 - 10:35am

Cellist Clarice Jensen says she thinks her amplified cello can be so much more than the traditional instrument.

Giornovich: The London Concertos

May 30, 2019 - 5:05pm

Violinist Bojan Čičić and the Illyria Consort perform three violin concertos by the enigmatic and unjustly obscure 18th century composer Giovanni Giornovich.

May 30, Wisconsin's Summer Festivals

May 30, 2019 - 10:00am

Wisconsin is host to dozens of festivals throughout the summer months, as residents celebrate their heritage, their favorite foods, and their favorite music. “Route 51” host Shereen Siewert welcomes Travel Wisconsin Secretary Designee Sara Meany to the show for tips on the best picks for summer festival fun.

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Considering The Effect Of Conspiracy Theories On The American Psyche

June Request Show

June 3 - 7, 2019

Mahalia Jackson "The Golden Voice Of Gospel'

Beethoven: Piano Sonatas Opp. 109, 110 & 111

#1301 6.8.19 Live Broadcast

Spectrum West, June 6, 2019

Concert Promoter and DJ Discuss Music Business in Wisconsin

Welcoming The Summer

'Dragnet'

How The Funeral Industry Is Breathing New Life Into Honoring Our Loved Ones

Preserving India's Folk Music Roots On Vinyl

The Tradition of Tejano Music

#1330 5.1.19 Live Broadcast

The Planet Symphony Orchestra

May 20 - 24, 2019

How A Cello Conducts An Orchestra Of Guitar Pedals

Giornovich: The London Concertos

May 30, Wisconsin's Summer Festivals

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