Episodes

  • Andrew Cleaver and Chris Confessore

    Andrew Cleaver and Chris Confessore
    Jun 11 2025
    We speak with Christopher Confessore as the Brevard Symphony Orchestra returns for free July 4th Symphony Under the Stars The Brevard Symphony Orchestra (BSO) is thrilled to announce the return of the “Symphony Under the Stars” in celebration of Independence Day. In partnership with the city of Cocoa, this free concert will take place on July 4th, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. at Cocoa Riverfront Park and features the work of John Phillip Sousa, John Williams, Irving Berlin, and more!
    BSO Executive Director Hadassah Etienne says, "Free community concerts like our July 4 celebration are a vital part of our mission at the BSO. These events break down barriers to access, inspire a love for the arts, and remind us of the shared spirit of music in our community. We're proud to celebrate Independence Day and we hope families will join us for an unforgettable evening of music and fireworks."
    This concert is free to the public. The fireworks show will start at 9:15 p.m. V.I.P. tickets are available for $65 for Brevard Symphony Orchestra subscribers and $80 for non-subscribers. These V.I.P. tickets include a pre-concert barbeque, dessert, reserved parking, and reserved concert seating. Tickets can be purchased athttps://brevardsymphony.com/symphonyunderthestars.

    We then speak with Andrew Cleaver as he tells us about the Space Coast Symphony JAZZ Orchestra presents In the Mood: A Glenn Miller Celebration Saturday afternoon, June 21 at 2:00 PM at the Scott Center for the Performing Arts, 5625 Holy Trinity Drive in north Melbourne Sunday afternoon, June 22 at 3:00 PM at the Emerson Center, 1590 27th Avenue in Vero Beach, 32960
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  • Kevin Quillinan and Baylin Bischoff

    Kevin Quillinan and Baylin Bischoff
    Jun 4 2025
    "Annie, Jr." plays Riverside Theatre June 13th and 14th, 2025, starring a cast of talented children. Baylin Bischoff is the star of the show; she plays Annie the orphan. Kevin Quillinan is the director of this show and Willi speaks to Baylin and Kevin about their origins in acting, their difficulties, their successes and their motivations.
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    25 mins
  • Richard Sabino and Erin Kolenda

    Richard Sabino and Erin Kolenda
    May 29 2025
    Richard Sabino joins the show to tells us about the Central Florida Winds Concert on Sunday, June 1st, 2025 at 3pm. It's the Silver Anniversary Concert held at Suntree United Methodist Church, 7400 N. Wickham Road in Melbourne. Admission is free but a $10 donation is appreciated. Discover more at CFWinds.com.

    Erin Kolenda, the 2025 Dancing with Vero's Stars Champion stops by to tell us about her experience dancing and raising funds, her and her partner's injuries, and ELM, the Erin Lanahan Method.
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  • Aaron Collins from the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra

    Aaron Collins from the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra
    May 21 2025
    Conductor Aaron Collins joins the show to tell us about "The Best of John Williams: Side By Side" concert coming up, with music from films such as "JFK," "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade," "E.T," "The Empire Straikes Back" and more. The concerts are Saturday, May 24th at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Melbourne and Sunday, May 25th at Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center. Get tickets and details at SpaceCoastSymphony.org
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  • Carol Ludwig and Lori Ferrell

    Carol Ludwig and Lori Ferrell
    May 16 2025
    The Center for Spiritual Care is the topic of discussion this week. Carol Ludwig tells us about next season's art exhibits and what's happening over the summer. And Lori Ferrell discusses her interesting past living in Southeast Asia, becoming an accredited missionary, helping expand international markets for silk, and now hosting a space that offers holistic healing - addressing the wellbeing of the whole person through spiritual direction, therapy, support groups, creativity, yoga and retreats.
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  • Adam Schnell and Gloria Allen

    Adam Schnell and Gloria Allen
    May 7 2025
    Adam Schnell tells us about Ballet Vero Beach and a fun way top end the season with its upcoming show, "Young and Cool," at Indian River State College on May 16th and 17th; and at Riverside Theatre May 23rd and 24th. Pro tip: cockatails will be aviailable at the Riverside show. And Adam hints that they're always looking for donors. Get tickets at BalletVeroBeach.org

    Gloria Allen then invites us to see "79 and Holding" at the Knights of Columbus on May 16th at 6pm (tickets available at the Parrish Office at St. Helen's Church), and May 31st at 4pm at the Italian American Club in Vero Beach.
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    25 mins
  • David Amado and Campbell Mobley

    David Amado and Campbell Mobley
    Apr 30 2025
    Maestro David Amado joins us to talk about his history as music director of the Atlantic Classical Orchestra, his role as music director laureate with the Delaware Syphony Orchestra, and his position with The Oregon Mozart Players. Learn more at atlanticclassicalorchestra.com.


    Then Campbell Mobley, curator at the Flagler Museum, talks about its history and beauty and the Maxfield Parrish exhibition’s extended run, now through May 25. Details on the exhibit and upcoming events, including the 4th of July celebration are at FlaglerMuseum.us.
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  • Jill Truax, Miguel Bonachea and Tom Fitz

    Jill Truax, Miguel Bonachea and Tom Fitz
    Apr 23 2025
    Jill Truax and Miguel Bonachea are instudio to discuss their upcoming concert "Letting Go," featuring classical guitars and piano, May 4th at 3pm at Grace Chapel at Community Church of Vero Beach. Find tickets and details online at: ccovb.org

    We then speak with Tom Fitz, a local wildlife filmmaker whose work has been featured on BBC, PBS, Discovery Channel and National Geographic and has founded a non-profit, Schooyard Films. He's speaking at the Elliott Museum Wednesday, April 30th at 2pm. It's open to the public but may sell out quickly. Get tickets at hsmc-fl.com
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