Arianna Avena – All Classical Radio https://www.allclassical.org All Classical 89.9 KQAC FM Portland, Oregon, 88.1 KQOC FM Gleneden Beach, 90.1 KQHR FM Hood River, 88.1 KQDL FM The Dalles Classical Radio for Northwest Oregon, Southwest Washington and the world. Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:54:26 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.4 https://acp-website.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/uploads/2023/08/cropped-acr-square-1200-32x32.png Arianna Avena – All Classical Radio https://www.allclassical.org 32 32 A Classical Playlist for Oregon’s Beloved Landmarks https://www.allclassical.org/a-classical-playlist-for-oregons-beloved-landmarks/ Thu, 01 Apr 2021 15:00:45 +0000 https://www.allclassical.org/?p=67315 Over the centuries, composers have attempted to capture their natural surroundings in music, from the bucolic imagery of Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony to the vast prairies evoked by Aaron Copland’s The Tender Land. Oregon is lucky to boast a fortune of natural grandeur as rich and wide-ranging as this tradition, with splendors from the temperate rainforests of the Coast Range to the barren lava beds of Southern Oregon. In celebration of these beautiful and varied landscapes, All Classical’s Suzanne Nance created a playlist that takes you on a sonic tour through seven of Oregon’s most beloved spots, with musical selections inspired by these incredible places.

Visit the playlist at: Wander with Wonder

]]> Big News! NEA Recognizes All Classical Portland https://www.allclassical.org/big-news-nea-recognizes-all-classical-portland/ Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:37:00 +0000 https://www.allclassical.org/?post_type=ac_spotlights&p=77140 The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has awarded All Classical Portland a grant in recognition of the station’s expanded efforts to support and highlight regional artists. We extend deep gratitude to the NEA for investing in this community service. Stay tuned, and read the NEA’s official announcement here.

]]> Four Black Composers Reimagining Classical Music https://www.allclassical.org/four-black-composers-reimagining-classical-music/ Tue, 02 Feb 2021 23:44:19 +0000 https://www.allclassical.org/?p=77103 What will classical music sound like for future audiences? We may not have the answers, but if these composers offer any indication, we are excited to see and hear where the future takes us.

]]> Current.org highlights the Recording Inclusivity Initiative https://www.allclassical.org/current-org-highlights-all-classical-portlands-recording-inclusivity-initiative/ Tue, 02 Feb 2021 16:44:43 +0000 https://www.allclassical.org/?post_type=ac_spotlights&p=77097 All Classical Portland’s Recording Inclusivity Initiative was recently featured on Current.org, in interview with President & CEO Suzanne Nance. Read the full article, and learn more about Recording Inclusivity Initiative.

“I know that many are committed to diversifying America’s playlists, and we can do it. We don’t have to wait.” – Suzanne Nance, President & CEO, All Classical Portland

]]> Portland Music Therapy https://www.allclassical.org/portland-music-therapy/ Wed, 19 Aug 2020 05:36:29 +0000 http://localhost:10033/?p=76144 Portland Music Therapy is a branch of The Sage Center, a Holistic Health community of Alternative Health Specialists, that focuses on using Neurologic Music Therapy techniques to achieve non-musical goals like improved socialization and communication skills. They incorporate evidence-based research and individualized, quantifiable goals and objectives. They specialize in working with individuals on the autism spectrum, individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Portland Music Therapy utilizes music to enable those without language to communicate and express themselves non-verbally. For dementia patients, they use music to help increase memory recall which then contributes to reminiscence and satisfaction with life. They also use music as a way to increase social interaction with caregivers and families, as well as a platform for non-verbal expression.

Portland Music Therapy offers individual sessions that result in constantly evolving measurable goals and objectives catered to the specific strengths and opportunities for the client. They also offer music lessons on piano, guitar, voice, as well as music theory lessons. Portland Music Therapy takes pride in being able to help every client on their musical journey regardless of age, cognitive level, disability, or experience. In addition to individual lessons, Portland Music Therapy also offers group sessions when its clear that two or more clients are mutually beneficial to each other’s growth. The musical activities within these sessions are introduced within individual sessions so that everyone is confident and excited about their role in the group setting. Family-Centered In-Home sessions are another opportunity that Portland Music Therapy offers during which they work with clients in their familiar settings, using music to address some of the challenges to daily routines.

For more information, reach out to Kate Harris, MT-BC, at (662) 202 – 2777 or kate@portlandmusictherapy.com

]]> Classical Music To Study To https://www.allclassical.org/classical-music-to-study-to/ Sat, 01 Aug 2020 02:22:56 +0000 http://localhost:10033/?p=75870 If you’re searching for that perfect playlist to study to before a big final, while writing your thesis, or just enjoying the companionship of a good book, you may have just found it. As All Classical Portland’s 2020 Young Artist in Residence, one of my goals is to share my love for this music with people all over the world. I hope you enjoy this playlist I have curated for you, and may it help you achieve all of your scholarly goals!

Natalie Tan
2020 Young Artist in Residence
All Classical Portland

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Photo Credit: Dmitri Von Klein

]]> All Classical Portland Announces 2020 Rising Tide Grant Recipient! https://www.allclassical.org/livininthelight/ Tue, 14 Jul 2020 07:00:01 +0000 http://localhost:10033/?p=75577 All Classical Portland is excited to announce that Future Prairie is the recipient of the 2020 Rising Tide Grant, in support of Onry’s project Livin’ in the Light.

About the Rising Tide Grant: This grant is awarded annually by All Classical Portland to small arts organizations to support and promote creative projects that enrich the artistic landscape and strengthen the community.

About Livin’ in the Light: Directed by Emmanuel Henreid (also known as Onry) and produced by Portland nonprofit creative studio Future Prairie, Livin’ in the Light documents Onry’s experience as a Black, male, professional opera and crossover singer in Portland, OR. The documentary aims to shed light on the effects of the 2020 global health crisis and racial inequity and injustice.

Livin’ in the Light explores the joy, perseverance, and struggle of being a Black male artist in what is often called “the Whitest City in America,” while honoring the timeless art form of opera. Watch the new music video for Livin’ in the Light released on August 4th, 2020.

All Classical Portland President & CEO Suzanne Nance said:
“All Classical Portland exists to amplify the voices of our artists and to inspire listeners in our region and beyond, through music and creativity. With millions of listeners locally and worldwide, All Classical Portland is proud to share its wide-reaching platform with Onry and to support this artist’s work as the 2020-2021 Rising Tide Grant recipient.”

Onry shared:
“Being awarded the Rising Tide Grant is a huge honor and something that I hope is just the beginning of a long partnership with All Classical Portland. As someone who was born and raised in Portland and has been a member of many musical groups throughout the years, I’m blessed to be collaborating with one of the institutions that helped shape my musical upbringing. As a Black singer and composer, I seek to change the perception of classical music by bringing stories and narratives from my community to light. I encourage every artist to use their voice to continue to educate and raise awareness around issues of social justice.”

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Photo of Emmanuel Henreid (also known as Onry).

]]> Five American Women Conductors You Should Know https://www.allclassical.org/five-american-women-conductors-you-should-know/ Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:51:27 +0000 https://www.allclassical.org/?p=73317 Women are helping to shape the sound of classical music right now, as musicians, artists, and most certainly as conductors. Here are some of our favorite American women conductors.

Marin Alsop

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Marin Alsop is an inspiring and powerful voice, a conductor of vision and distinction who passionately believes that “music has the power to change lives”. She is recognized internationally for her innovative approach to programming and audience development, for her deep commitment to education and advocating for music’s importance in the world.

From the 2019/20 season, Alsop becomes Chief Conductor of the ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra (Vienna RSO), performing in their main series at the Wiener Konzerthaus and Wiener Musikverein, recording, broadcasting, and touring nationally and internationally. Her first season coincides with the orchestra’s 50th anniversary and will emphasize women in classical music.

Her outstanding success as Music Director of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) since 2007 has resulted in two extensions in her tenure until 2021. Alsop has led the orchestra on its first European tour in 13 years and created several bold initiatives including OrchKids, for the city’s most disadvantaged young people. At the end of 2019, following a seven-year tenure as Music Director, she becomes Conductor of Honour of the São Paulo Symphony Orchestra (OSESP), where she will return to conduct major projects each season.

Photo source: https://www.marinalsop.com/media/
Biography source: https://www.marinalsop.com/biography/

Xian Zhang

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Xian Zhang currently serves as Music Director of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. She will become the Principal Guest Conductor of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in 2020. She also holds the post of Conductor Emeritus of Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano Giuseppe Verdi, following a hugely successful period from 2009–2016 as Music Director. She has previously served as Principal Guest Conductor of the BBC National Orchestra & Chorus of Wales, becoming the first female conductor to hold a titled role with a BBC orchestra.

The acclaim she has been receiving for her work in New Jersey has resulted in a strong North American career, with upcoming engagements which include Chicago, Dallas, Baltimore, Montreal, Ottawa (NAC), Cincinnati, Houston, Minnesota Symphonies. In August 2019, she returned to Los Angeles Philharmonic to conduct the world premiere of a work by Caroline Shaw and Beethoven 9.

Biography and photo source: https://imgartists.com/roster/xian-zhang/

]]> 10 Contemporary Women Composers You Should Know https://www.allclassical.org/10-contemporary-women-composers-you-should-know/ Sun, 01 Mar 2020 18:00:23 +0000 https://www.allclassical.org/?p=64375 If you’re familiar with the history of classical music, you may know that historically classical music hasn’t been the most welcoming field for women, and there is a long way to go before women classical composers of today are performed and recognized at the same level as their male peers. That said, here are some of our favorite contemporary women composers shaping the future of classical music, right now.

We hope you’ll give these compositions a listen, and fall in love with this music as we have. Want to share your thoughts? Get in touch via email: info@allclassical.org

]]> Adam Eccleston shares personal reflections on his favorite music by Black and Brown composers https://www.allclassical.org/adam-eccleston-shares-personal-reflections-on-his-favorite-music-by-black-and-brown-composers/ Wed, 12 Feb 2020 23:27:37 +0000 https://www.allclassical.org/?p=72801 Black History Month is a time for me to reminisce and give thanks to those who have paved the way for Black and Brown people in classical music and thinking of all of the Black and Brown service members who have paved the way for my family.  It wasn’t until a few years ago when I started to play music by black composers. I have learned so much about my own heritage by playing the music of composers that look like me. It’s unfortunate that it has taken me half my life to discover these magnificent artists, but I’m glad I decided to venture out and discover new elements of classical music. There is so much more out there and I am just scratching the surface of a lifelong discovery! Adam Eccleston is All Classical Portland’s 2020 Professional Artist in Residence.

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