Out and About

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Jenn Gordon talks with Maestro George Stelluto and John Miller, the lead guitarist of The Romaniacs, about the Peoria Symphony Orchestra’s annual Romance concert airing Saturday, February 13 on WTVP World 47.3. You’ll hear about the influence of Roma culture and Gypsy Jazz music on the Paris Jazz scene in the 1930s, and how Django Reinhardt’s musical stylings continue to influence musicians and musical genres around the world.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, John and Jeff Heintzman, and Duffy Armstrong Farrell join Jenn Gordon to talk about Colorful Life, the exhibit featuring the work of Judith Roth, now on display at the Peoria Art Guild. Find out about Judith’s unique connections to Peoria and the impact she had on Central Illinois artists, including Preston Jackson.

On this week’s episode, Jenn Gordon talks with Sarah Marie Dillard and Brandon Mooberry about “The Lions”, the newest track released by Sarah & the Underground. The song is available for purchase on iTunes and Amazon, and available to listen to on streaming music platforms.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Heartland Festival Orchestra Artistic Director and Conductor David Commanday join’s host Jenn Gordon to talk about the Heartland Festival Orchestra’s upcoming spring and summer concerts featuring guest artists Tessa Lark, Christopher Taylor, and the Classical Mystery Tour.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Soprano Michelle Areyzaga and Maestro George Stelluto join host Jenn Gordon to talk about the Poeria Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concert entitled “Curtain Up! A Broadway Matinee”. The performance airs Sunday, January 17 at 3pm on WTVP World 47.3.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Hannah Ramlo of Soulside Healing Arts joins Jenn Gordon to talk about wellness, mindfulness, and how the WellFest virtual festival can help you start the New Year with a holistic approach to your health.

On this week’s episode of Out & About Jenn Gordon talks to Megan Johnston, Anna Oxborrow, and Chris Peterlin from Corn Stock Theatre about "It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”. It's a clever take on the holiday cinematic classic, where the story is staged as a live radio broadcast. Seven actors portray numerous characters, and sound effects are done by two Foley artists. The production will air on December 25 at 8pm as part of the WCBU Presents Series.

This week on Out and About, Maestro George Stelluto talks with Jenn Gordon about the Peoria Symphony Orchestra’s December Concert: A Season of Hope. The concert combines select musical offerings with inspirational messages from religious leaders in our community. A free performance will be broadcast on WTVP’s Create station 47.4 on Saturday, December 19 at 8PM. The performance will also air on WCBU and WGLT as part of the PRESENTS series on Friday, January 1 at 8pm. Peoria Symphony Orchestra - A Season of Hope

On this week’s episode of Out & About, Jenn Gordon talks with Scott Kanoff and Dan Matisa from the Bradley University Theatre Department. Daniel adapted Charles Dickens’ classic holiday novella into a radio play production, which is now available to listen to on-demand as part of the WCBU Presents performance series. Listen to A Christmas Carol A Radio Play

On this week’s episode of Out and About, host Jenn Gordon is joined by William Butler of the Contemporary Art Center to talk about A Small Wonder Gift Shop - a unique pop-up shopping experience at the Contemporary Art Center where you can safely peruse and buy art from over 40 local artists in time for the holidays.