An interview with Tammy Thompson, Executive Director of Catapult Greater Pittsburgh, a non-profit organization committed to eradicating generational and trauma built poverty in the Pittsburgh area through wealth building, and emergency resources. Tammy is a 2023 Giant Eagle Community Champion.

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WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with Artistic Director of Quantum Theatre, Karla Boos. They talk about Quantum's upcoming performance of Hamlet at the Carrie Blast Furnace from August 4th-27th. They will have a special matinee of the performance on the 23rd at 11am. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted

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The North Pittsburgh Symphonic Band is this week's performer at the City of Pittsburgh Office of Special Events Bach, Beethoven and Brunch - Sunday July 23rd, 10:30am at Mellon Park. Their Music Director, Tad Greig, stopped by to chat about the band, how much they enjoy playing at BBB, what they'll play and more. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted

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Carnegie Museum of Art presents their "Inside Out: Summer Exhibition Celebration" on Thursday July 20th featuring free museum admission;, a party inside and outside the museum honoring the season’s exhibition; and featured artists with music, performances, community, and conversation! Plus, WQED-FM will broadcast from the event. CMOA's Katie DelVerne stopped by to talk with Anna Singer about the event. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted

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The Allegheny Brass Band is scheduled to play at this week's Bach, Beethoven and Brunch concert on Sunday July 16th from 10:30am to noon at Mellon Park. The Bands President and Euphonium player, Art Craft, talked about the band's history, performing at Bach, Beethoven and Brunch in the past, and what you can expect to hear on this Sunday's program. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted

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Duo Pragma is the husband and wife team of violinist Andrew Giordano and pianist Nathália Kato. They will be joined by oboist Lenny Young for a recital on Friday July 7th, 7pm at Third Presbyterian Church. On the program, music by Edvard Grieg, Joseph Bologne, Ethel Smyth, and José White. They stopped by the studio to play some music live, as well as chat with WQED-FM's Anna Singer about the program. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted

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Band of Brother's Shakespeare Company in Johnstown presents "As You Like It" at the Powell Stackhouse Park Pavilion in Johnstown July 11th-15th and 19th-22nd all at 7pm. Miranda Reynolds plays Rosalind, and Kieran Cullen plays Orlando. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted

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Jim Cunningham interviewed Violinist and Musical Director of the Mexico City Philharmonic, Scott Yoo. They talked about PBS Great Performance Series "Now Hear This," which is hosted by Scott Yoo. They discussed Schumann's mental health, Andy Akiho's episode in the 4th season, and some information on the development of the 5th season, which will include an episode about child prodigies. It is streaming on WQED.org and on the PBS App.

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The C Street Brass stopped by the QED Morning Show to talk about their Band Pop up Concert on Sunday, July 9th at 4pm at Club Cafe with Cello Fury. They also briefly discussed other possible concerts of C Street during the summer in Schenley and Point Park, and played two pieces live in our studio. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted

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The Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra has been on tour in Portugal and were scheduled to play their final concert of the tour tonight. Before the concert, WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with PYSO Executive Director William Powers, Music Director Jacob Joyce, and violinist Sadie Navid. They each talked about the tour, the experience and the audience reactions. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted

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