Spotlight on the arts

For our October 22 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the UCO School of Music for his weekly visit. We then talk with him about two events rounding out the month of October with Painted Sky Opera. Dr. Jake Johnson fills in for Dr. Julia Montag for their weekly visit informing us of the upcoming concerts and recitals coming to OCU. We're then joined by Dr. David Anderson with Chamber Music in Oklahoma. He joins us to talk about their program featuring Demarre McGill and the Balourdet Quartet. Finally we speak with Tyler Woods from Oklahoma Shakespeare...

For our October 15 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the UCO School of Music for his weekly spot informing us of the upcoming concerts and productions. He then joins us to talk about two events with Painted Sky Opera: A Decade of Divas taking place Oct 23-25 and the Sunset Soiree taking place Oct. 30. We're then joined by Dr. Julia Montag with the Wanda L. Bass School of Music and Theatre at OCU for her weekly spot highlighting the upcoming concerts and programs. Next we sit down with Dylan Madoux with the Oklahoma Baroque Orchestra to...

For our October 8 episode we sit down the new Director of Bands at UCO, Darby Cassaday, to learn about his background and the works they’ll be presenting at the Wind Symphony Concert tonight. Next we sit down with Dr. Julia Montag for her weekly visit. She’s joined by Assistant Director of Opera and Musical Theatre at OCU, Karen Miller, to discuss their production of Amelie running October 9 thru 11. Next we sit down with Amanda Bleakley with the Paseo Arts Association to learn about the artists being featured at this years FEAST. Finally we sit down with Lucas Ross...

For our October 1 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the University of Central Oklahoma School of Music for his weekly visit where he details all the upcoming concerts, recitals, and productions coming to UCO. Next we sit down with Dr. Julia Montag for her weekly visit. This week she's joined by Dr. Matthew Mailman to discuss Pirates! The Penzance Musical. Finally we're joined by Sherry Klechka and Atticxys Metals to learn about this month's First Friday Gallery Walk.

For our September 24 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the UCO School of Music. He joins the program for his weekly segment detailing the upcoming concerts and recitals to UCO. Then we sit down with Dr. Julia Montag with the Wanda L. Bass School of Music at OCU. She joins the program for her weekly spot detailing the upcoming concerts and productions heading to OCU.

For our September 17 episode I’m joined by Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the UCO School of Music for his weekly visit detailing the upcoming concerts and recitals taking place at UCO. Next we sit down with Dr. Julia Montag with Wanda L. Bass School of Music at OCU for her weekly visit detailing the upcoming concerts and recitals taking place at OCU. Then we’re joined by Warren “Puffer” Jones with the Kemp Concert Series to learn about their season opening program, 4x4 Organ Concert, taking place this Sunday. Finally we sit down with Jenny Brand, Vivi COlson, and Kristin...

For our September 10 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubtiz with Painted Sky Opera. He joins us to discuss their production titled The Pirate Project! Taking place this Saturday with two performances. Next we’re joined by Dr. Julia Montag from Oklahoma City University. She’s joined by her fellow OCU Deans, Drs. Jake Johnson and W. Jerome Stevenson to learn about OCU’s connection to Lyric Theatre’s production of Come From Away. We’re then joined by W. Jerome Stevenson and Jonathan Beck Reed, two cast members with Lyric Theatre’s production of Come From Away. Finally we s...

For our September 3 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz for two segments. In the first he joins us for his weekly visit detailing all the concerts and recitals upcoming at UCO. In his second segment he joins us to discuss Painted Sky Opera's production of The Pirate Project. Next we're joined by Dr. Julia Montag from the Wanda L. Bass School of Music for her weekly conversation detailing what's taking place at OCU. Then we sit down with Dylan Madoux with the Oklahoma Baroque Orchestra to learn about their season-opening performance taking place this weekend. After that...

For our August 27 episode we sit down with Dr. Julia Montag from Oklahoma City University. We begin our weekly conversations where we discuss the productions and recitals coming to OCU. This week we pay our respects to Professor Jan McDaniel and Professor Emerita Vicky Kelly, and then we discuss OCU Performs Pick 4 ticket package and productions.

For our August 20 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with Painted Sky Opera. We discuss their production of La Traviata which kicks off their 10th anniversary season. Then we sit down with Dr. Danielle Herrington with OK City Opera. She joins the program to discuss Dueling Divas and Dazzling Duets VIII.

For our August 13 episode we sit down with Drs. Michael Geib and Danielle Herrington with the Brisch Center for Historical Performance to learn about their program, 'The Honea Legacy,' taking place August 22. Next we sit down with Ali and Andrea Soltani, owners and operators of Soltani Music in Edmond. We discuss the history of the school, classes offered, and the vision for the future. Finally we sit down with Ryan Malone from Armstrong Auditorium to learn about their 2026-27 season of artists and performers.

For our August 6 episode we sit down with Sherry Klechka and Stephen C. Shirely, two members of the Paseo Artists Collective. They join the program to discuss the August First Friday Gallery Walk as well as the 3 new exhibitions coming to the Paseo Art and Creativity Center.

For our July 30 episode we sit down with Founder and Creative Director for the Central Oklahoma Ballet Theatre, Dr. Sterlin Mosley. He joins the program to discuss their Summer 2026 production, 'Mythos,' which takes place on Saturday, August 8 at 2pm and 7pm at the Reynolds Performing Arts Center in Norman.

For our July 23 episode we sit down with Grammy Award winning composer and producer, Kitt Wakeley. We discuss the ensemble Six String Symphony and their newest album, 'A Six String Odyssey,' which has it's album release party on Friday, July 24 at 7pm at the Hilton Garden Inn Convention Center in Edmond. We discuss how the album came together and the people who helped to make it happen. We then sit down with Rachael Parsons and Trace Burchart, two cast members with the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma's production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, which runs...

For our July 16 episode we sit down with Angelika Machnik-Jones with the Oklahoma Summer Chamber Music Institute. We learn about the inaugural program as well as the 3 concerts being put on by the students and faculty. Then we sit down with composer and producer Chris Prather. We learn about his participation in an upcoming album being released July 24 titled 'Symphonina Stories: New Horizons." We will also get a sneak preview of his composition on the album titled 'Carriage Ride To Spooky Town.'

For our July 9 episode we sit down with Lucas Ross with the American Banjo Museum. We discuss the history of the banjo, how he got involved with the instrument and the museum, and what we can expect from his program titled 'A Very Muppet Sing-Along with Lucas Ross.'

For our July 2 episode we sit down with Dr. Tommy Dobbs and Sarah Neely with the Great Plains International Marimba Competition. We discuss this year's event and how it's evolved over its 13 years. Next we sit down with Sherry Klechka and Nathaly Ramos with the Paseo Arts Association. They join the program to discuss July's First Friday Gallery Walk and 3 new exhibitions coming to the PAAC. Finally we sit down with Cory King and Renee Anderson, two cast members of Sister Act being presented by the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma. We discuss their experiences and what folks can expect...

For our June 25 episode we sit down with Lester Claravall and Kelsey Rogers to learn about the Children's Health Foundation's Dancing For A Miracle taking place August 22nd at 5:30pm at the Embassy Suites in Norman. Then we sit down with Amy Stephens with the Edmond History Museum to learn about this year's Songs and Stripes Big Band Show taking place Friday, July 3 at 2:30, 4:30, and 7:30pm.

For our June 18 episode we sit down with Eric Walschap, Program Director with Jazz in June, to learn about the artists coming to this years festival which kicks off tonight in Andrews Park. Then we sit down with Alex Johnson, Kevin W. Smith, and Nicholas Bartell with Cimarron Opera to discuss their two productions of Gilbert and Sullivan's Patience.

For our June 11 episode we sit down with Zoe Elrod with the Metropolitan Library System to learn about their Summer Reading Program and Neighborhood Arts programming. Next we sit down with Tyler Woods with Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park to learn about their production of The Tempest. Finally, we sit down with Kenzie Beckham and Sierra Sikes with the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma’s production of Annie.

For our June 4 episode I sit down with violinist Angelica Pereira to learn about her program titled Raices, Music of Latin America, taking place this Saturday. Next I sit down with vocalist and composer Karena Van Horn to learn about her program “Karena Sings With Friends,” taking place this Sunday. Finally I sit down with Sherry Klechka with the Paseo Arts Association to learn about this First Friday Gallery Walk and the 3 next exhibitions coming to the PAC.

For our May 21 episode we sit down with Dylan Madoux with the Oklahoma Baroque Orchestra and Dr. David Anderson with Chamber Music in Oklahoma. They join us to discuss their collaborative program featuring Vivaldi's The Four Seasons on Sunday, May 24 at 4pm at Christ the King Catholic Church.

For our May 14 episode we sit down with Kaleb Benda and Hamed Erfani with the Oklahoma Chamber Symphony to learn about their season finale concert taking place on Saturday, May 16 at 7pm. Next we sit down with Kaleb Benda and Noah Pool with the Oklahoma Community Orchestra to learn about their season-finale concert on Sunday, May 17 at 3pm. Finally, we sit down with Dr. Julie Yu with Canterbury Voices to learn about their fundraiser and program, Crescendo which takes place tonight at 7pm at the Little Theatre at the Civic Center Music Hall.

For our May 7 episode, we sit down with Drs. Julia Montag and JoBeth Moad with the OCU School of Music to learn about the events wrapping up the school calendar and what will be taking place this summer. Then we sit down with Amanda Bleakley with the Paseo Arts Association to learn about the 49th Paseo Arts Festival taking place and volunteer opportunities.

For our April 30 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the University of Central Oklahoma School of Music for his weekly visit where he details all the upcoming concerts, recitals, and productions coming to UCO. Next we sit down with Dr. Julia Montag with the Wanda L. Bass School of Music and Theatre for her weekly visit learning about their upcoming productions and concerts. Then we’re joined by Rachael Geiger with the Oklahoma City Orchestra League to discuss the 2026 Symphony Show House which opens up May 2 runs through May 17. We then sit down with Courtney Monk wi...

For our April 23 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the University of Central Oklahoma School of Music for his weekly visit where he details all the upcoming concerts, recitals, and productions coming to UCO. Next we sit down with Dr. Julia Montag with the Wanda L. Bass School of Music and Theatre for her weekly visit learning about their upcoming productions and concerts. Then we sit down with George Soter with Poteet Theatre to learn about their production of Shrek kicking off next weekend. We then speak with Dr. Clif Evans with the Oklahoma Youth Orchestra...

For our April 16 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the UCO School of Music for his weekly visit where he details all the upcoming concerts and productions coming to UCO. He then reveals to us the 3rd production in Painted Sky Opera's 10th Anniversary Season. Next we sit down with Dr. Julia Montag with the Wanda L. Bass School of Music and Theatre at OCU for her weekly spot informing us of the upcoming concerts and productions at OCU. Then we sit down with Kaleb Benda and Colton Privette with the Oklahoma Chamber Symphony to learn...

For our April 9 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz for his weekly visit detailing all the upcoming concerts and recitals at UCO. We then speak with Dr. Glaubitz about the next production being revealed for Painted Sky Opera's 10th Anniversary Season. Next we sit down with Dr. Julia Montag with Oklahoma City University for her weekly spot highlighting the upcoming concerts and recitals coming to OCU. We then sit down with Dr. David Anderson with CMOK to learn about WindSync returning to OKC. Then we sit down with Allison Charney to learn about their production titled Rags...

For our April 2 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with Painted Sky Opera to learn about their opening production to their 10th Anniversary Season. Next we sit down with Dr. Julia Montag from OCU to learn about their upcoming concerts and productions. Then we sit down with Kaleb Benda with the Oklahoma Chamber Symphony to learn about their Maundy Thursday program taking place tonight. Finally we sit down with Sherry Kletchka and Connor Albrightson with the PAA to learn about April's First Friday Gallery Walk and the upcoming Paseo Arts Festival.

For our March 26 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the UCO School of Music for his weekly conversation detailing the upcoming concerts and recitals taking place at UCO. Then we sit down with the newly-appointed Dean of the Wanda L. Bass School of Music and School of Theatre, Dr. Julia Montag. She stops by the Classical KUCO studios to help us learn a little about her, her background, and her goals for OCU.

For our March 19 episode we sit down with Dr. Damin Spritzer with the University of Oklahoma to learn about a guest organ recital taking place this weekend. Next we sit down with Dylan Madoux with the Oklahoma Baroque Orchestra to learn about the next concert in their Salon Series titled, 'Musical Jokes.' Finally we sit down with Dr. Julie Yu with Canterbury Voices to learn about their next concert titled, 'On Broadway: A Celebration of Broadways' Legendary Choruses,' taking place this Saturday.

For our March 12 episode we sit down with Dr. Brian Lamb, Director of Bands at the University of Central Oklahoma. He joins the program to discuss his penultimate concert titled 'Resonance,' and featuring the H2 Saxophone Quartet and soprano, Dr. Danielle Herrington.

For our February 26 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the UCO School of Music for his weekly visit where he details all the upcoming concerts, productions, and recitals coming to UCO. Next we sit down with Drs. Keith White, Tess Remy-Schumacher, and Scott Erickson to learn about their FACS Recital titled 'New Music for Oboe and Cello' this Sunday at the Jazz Lab. Then I sit down with Kaleb Benda with the Oklahoma Chamber Symphony to learn about their program titled 'Spanish Legends.' AFter that I sit down with Benny Binack III with Jazz at...

For our February 19 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the UCO School of Music for his weekly visit where he details all the upcoming concerts, recitals, and productions coming to UCO. Then we sit down with Dr. Barbara DeMaio and Dr. Sallie Pollack to learn about their FACS Recital, 'An Evening of Italian Composers,' taking place this Sunday. Next we sit down with Kris Markes and Jose Batty with the Oklahoma Youth Orchestra to learn about their program, 'Young Virtuosos: An Evening of Chamber Music.' After that we sit down with Kaleb Benda with...

For our February 12 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the UCO School of Music for his weekly visit. Next we sit down with Dr. Michael T. Geib with the Brisch Center for Historical Performance to learn about their next concert taking place this weekend. Then we sit down with Nicole Kenley-Miller and Ksenia Leletkina with the University of Oklahoma's production of Mozart's 'La Clemenza di Tito.' Finally we sit down with Dr. David Anderson with Chamber Music in Oklahoma to learn about the Ariel Quartet returning to OKC this weekend.

For our February 5 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the UCO School of Music for his weekly conversation where he details all the upcoming concerts, productions, and recitals coming to UCO. Next we sit down with Sherry Kletchka with the Paseo Arts Association. She joins the program to discuss the Paseo Artists Collective as well as the new exhibitions coming to the Paseo Art and Creativity Center this month. Then we sit down with Dylan Madoux with the Oklahoma Baroque Orchestra. He stops by the Classical KUCO studios to tell us about their next program titled...

For our January 29 episode we sit down with Dr. Rob Glaubitz with the University of Central Oklahoma for his weekly visit detailing all the concerts, productions, and recitals coming to UCO. Then we sit down with Dr. Clifton Evans, Music Director with the Oklahoma Youth Orchestra. He joins the program to tell us about the Concerto Contest Winners Concert taking place this Sunday at 4pm. Finally we sit down with Giacomo Catana with the Venice Baroque Orchestra to learn about their program taking place at Armstrong Auditorium on Wednesday, February 11 at 7:30pm.

For our January 26 episode Dr. Rob Glaubitz joins us for his weekly segment where he highlights the upcoming concerts, programs, and recitals happening at the UCO School of Music. Then we sit down with Giacomo Catana, a violinist with the Venice Baroque Orchestra. He joins the program to talk about their performance on Wednesday, February 11 at 7:30pm at Armstrong Auditorium in Edmond.

For our January 15 episode we sit down with Kaleb Benda, Music Director with the Oklahoma Chamber Symphony, to learn about their Chamber Concert #4, Sponsor Spotlight, taking place January 17. Next we sit down with Joseph Ripka and Sarah Steinhardt with St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral to learn about the St. Olaf Choir Concert taking place Tuesday, February 3. Finally we sit down with Puffer Jones with the Kemp Concert Series to learn about their next program, Vivaldi Gloria, taking place Sunday, January 18.

For our January 8 episode we sit down with Logan Fish with Poteet Theatre at St. Luke's Methodist Church to learn about some upcoming auditions, camps, and productions taking place in Spring 2026.