 Dear Listener,
Fall in love again with WICN! Nice theme for our fall membership drive, no? Our annual shindig begins Wednesday morning with Vince Lombardi and runs through September 30. It's always an exciting time for us as we see who in our community of listeners will step forward and support us financially. We hope you place a value on the service WICN provides you, if so please make a pledge. WICN is one of the few public radio music stations in New England. Make sure we remain fiscally strong so we can continue to provide you with the music you love. And thanks! Our friend Dan Gabel and the Abletones will be recording a CD at beautiful Mechanics Hall in downtown Worcester and you're invited! This Sunday at 2pm the band will roar into action. The show will feature wonderful vocalist Amanda Carr and the theme is "Homesick for New England." You can listen and even dance if you're so inspired. What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Gerry Weston General Manager |
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| Fall Membership Drive at WICN
So many connections begin with the music you hear on WICN. Listener support keeps WICN Public Radio connected to you. That's why this fall, it's time to fall in love with WICN! Get connected and become a member today. Or, fall in love again and stay connected through your continued support. Go to www.wicn.org and click on the "pledge now" button or call us toll free at 855-752-0700. |
| Robert Ballard at the Hanover Theater  The Hanover Theatre for the Peforming Arts Presents Robert Ballard on October 11th! He'll be discussing his historic discovery and exploration of the R.M.S. Titanic, whose tragic sinking occurred 100 years ago. Tickets start under $30. Sponsored by UMass Medical School. Tickets are available online at www.thehanovertheatre.org. |
| The "I Like 90.5" Phone Line is Open!  The "I Like 90.5" phone line is now open for you, 24 hours a day. Call 508-373-0486, and let us know WHY you like WICN! Tell us about the music we play, the shows or hosts you enjoy, and even the live music events we sponsor around Worcester. We want to hear from you!
Thanks for listening, and thanks for supporting WICN. |
| Colors of Jazz: Al Jarreau Saturday, September 22, 4PM Catch Colors of Jazz when host Bonnie Johnson speaks with vocalist Al Jarreau. World renowned for his vocalise and well-known for the Grammy nominated theme song heard on the long-running television series Moonlighting, the seven time Grammy award winner will talk about his life in music and a career that crosses genres including jazz, pop and R & B. Tune in at 4pm to hear Al's story on the value of music. |
Programming of Note: Jazz at Lincoln Center: Chucho Valdes and Afro Cuban Jazz Messengers Monday, September 17, 6PM Cuban pianist Chucho Valdes is today's ultimate jazz ambassador - from deep Afro-Cuban roots and improvisational jazz mastery, he creates a sophisticated style all his own. For their first stateside performance in seven years, Valdes brings his Afro Cuban Messengers to the Allen Room. Wendell Pierce hosts. Read More... Soul Serenade: Otis Redding Monday, September 17, 7PM Soul singers don't get any better than the "Big O." His tragic death at age 26 cut short the life of an artist who was just reaching his prime. Also known as "The King of Soul," Otis released his first record for Stax in 1964. Join host Tom Shaker as we celebrate the life and music of one of soul's most emotional and powerful voices. It all starts at 7pm! Read More... Jazz Inspired: Judith Schlesinger Tuesday, September 18, 6PM In her new book "The Insanity Hoax," Schlesinger lays siege to the popular notion that to be truly creative, a person must be mentally unbalanced. A PhD psychologist and a jazz critic, Schlesinger discusses myths about Charlie Parker, Chet Baker and other jazz musicians presumed to have been insane to some degree. Judy and Judith discuss the psychology of genius and Judith's fascinating and multi-faceted career. Read More... Piano Jazz Rising Stars: Stefon Harris Wednesday, September 19, 6PM Stefon Harris, a vibraphonist and bandleader, is a three-time Grammy nominee and has been named Best Mallet Player by the Jazz Journalists Association six times. Here, Harris showcases his fiery work on the vibes through a polished set of standards and originals with host Jon Weber. Read More... Folk Revival: Songs of the Sea Thursday, September 20, 7PM Celebrating Maritime folk in anticipation of the upcoming Portsmouth Maritime Folk Festival, perhaps with a guest artist or two, and featuring recordings from Burl Ives, Schooner Fare, the Johnson Girls, Gordon Bok, the Shaw Brothers, Roll & Go, Mudhook, the Jolly Beggars, and more! Read More... JazzSet: James Farm at the Bean Town Jazz Festival Friday, September 21, 6PM Comprised of Joshua Redman, Aaron Parks, Matt Penman and Eric Harland, the talented James Farm performs at the BeanTown Jazz Festival in Boston. Sponsored by Berklee College of Music and recorded by WGBH. Read More... Inquiry: Kevin Whitehead and All Ages: The Boston Hardcore Film Sunday, September 23, 10PM Mark Lynch discusses with author Kevin Whitehead about his new book, "Why Jazz? A Concise Guide." They will dive into big picture questions about the preserved art form and its variety of styles and performers. Later on the show, Mark will be joined by Drew Stone, Duane Lucia, and Katie Goldman as they will have a special discussion on their film, "All Ages: The Boston Hardcore Film." Read More... Business Beat: Craig Van Batenburg Sunday, September 23, 10PM This week's edition of Business Beat, Steve D'Agostino welcomes Craig Van Batenburg of the Auto Career Development Center as they discuss hybrid vehicles. Read More... |
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| Artist of the Month Grace Kelly |  When it comes to singer/ saxophonist/ composer/ lyricist/ arranger/ educator Grace Kelly, people seem to be divided into two groups: those who marvel at her proficiency, creativity and ever-accelerating growth, and those who have yet to encounter the 20-year-old wunderkind. The ranks of the former category are growing by the day. Trumpeter and Jazz at Lincoln Center Artistic Director Wynton Marsalis was so impressed with Kelly's three-night stand as guest of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra that he invited her to join the ensemble at the Kennedy Center's Eisenhower Theater in Washington, D.C. for Barack Obama's Inauguration Celebration.
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| Dan Gabel and The Abletones, featuring Amanda Carr Dan Gabel and The Abletones, featuring Amanda Carr, will record their new CD, "Homesick for New England," before a live audience at Mechanics Hall at 2 PM on Sunday, September 23. The event, which also will feature dancing, is open to the public. For more information about the show, tickets, and reservations, please click here. |
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| Berklee Beantown Jazz Festival 2012  | | Click to enlarge |
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JazzFest Falmouth 2012 |
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