America’s Classical Music Pt 1

What’s this program about? Carol pays tribute to the late Glenn Mitchell with a reprise of her appearance in September 2000 on his radio program, reproduced here as a three-part podcast courtesy of KERA Radio. Carol and Glenn begin their discussion of America’s highly varied … Read more

Circus Maximus II

What’s this program about? Professor Carol continues her interview of John Corigliano and Jerry Junkin. Corigliano talks about his approach to composition and how he, and other top composers, are turning to wind bands for an exciting new sound. Works Discussed: Corigliano, Circus Maximus http://traffic.libsyn.com/professorcarol/corigliano_pt2.mp3Podcast: … Read more

Circus Maximus I

What’s this program about? Professor Carol interviews two friends and collaborators, composer John Corigliano and Maestro Jerry Junkin. Circus Maximus, Coriglian’s explosive third symphony, vividly portrays ancient Rome’s fascination with perpetual entertainment and our own culture’s similar obsession. Works Discussed: Corigliano, Circus Maximus http://traffic.libsyn.com/professorcarol/corigliano_pt1.mp3Podcast: Play … Read more

Getting to Know the Dallas Wind Symphony

What’s this program about? The Dallas Wind Symphony is the leading professional civilian band in the United States. Professor Carol interviews one of the ensemble’s saxophonists, David Lovrien, about Sousa, the DWS web site, podcasting, playing under Maestro Jerry Junkin, and more. http://traffic.libsyn.com/professorcarol/DWSintro_DWS1.mp3Podcast: Play in … Read more