Classical 95.9-FM WCRI

The Vets, (formally Veterans Memorial Auditorium) is the subject of this week's program, with Michael Gravison, Marketing Director.   We talk about the “Salute to Vienna” concert, and other upcoming events, and listen to music from those programs.  The Vets Theater is on Avenue of the Arts in Providence.   For more information call (401) 421 ARTS or go to www.thevetsri.com

This week The Warwick Symphony Orchestra is the subject of the program, with Catherine Gagnon, Music Director.  We talk about their upcoming Holiday Series Concerts, Joyous Sounds of Christmas, and listen to some selections that will be performed on Thursday, December 17th, in North .Providence, and Saturday December 19th, in Narragansett.  For more information go to  www.wsori.org

In this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe features jazzy holiday classic favorites.

This week The 95.9 Company Break takes a look at Feet First with locations in Wakefield East Greenwich Rhode Island. Mike speaks with co-owner Ken Richmond and the stores manager Jason Libby. Visit www.feetfirstfootwear.com or call 401-783-8074

This week The Jamestown Community Chorus,  is the subject of the program, with B. J. Whitehouse, Music Director and Jessica Wilson, President.  We talk about the upcoming season and listen to some selections from the concerts that will be held on Saturday December 12th at 7:30 PM and Sunday December 13th, at 3:00 PM, at the Jamestown Recreation Center, 41 Conannicus Ave, Jamestown Call 401-423-1574 or go to www.jamestownchorus.com

On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe features tenor saxophonist Benny Golson from his tribute recording to trumpeter Clifford Brown, 'Remembering Clifford'.

The Contemporary Theater Co., is the subject of this week's program, with Christopher J. Simpson,Artistic Director.  We talk about their upcoming events, and listen to some of the music from "SweeneyTodd”, the musical they will be presenting in October..  For more information call 401-218-0282, or go to www.thecontemporarytheater.com

This week The RI International Film Festival is the subject of the program, with George T. Marshall, Executive Director, and Steven Feinberg, Executive Director of the RI Film and TV Office. We talk about the composer James Horner, and listen to some selections from his award winning movies. For more information call 401.861.4445 or go to www.film-festival.org

On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe features trumpeter Tom Harrell from his "Visions" recording.

This week The 95.9 Company Break takes a look at Chariho Furniture and we talk to owner Ed Smith! It’s often said that “things just aren’t made the way they used to be.” How true this is in nearly all cases. But to every rule there is an exception. At Chariho Furniture you will feel you have stepped back in time and you will experience handmade craftmanship from another era . . . today. Chariho Furniture is different than other furniture stores in southern New England. Our furniture is handcrafted and made from solid wood, so it lasts a lifetime. Whether you are searching for bedroom sets, dining room sets, chests, hutches, accent furniture or a wide selection of Amish furniture, Chariho has an incredible selection of furniture that will stand the test of time and truly beautify your home. For more information call 401-539-9043 or visit www.charihofurniture.com

This week The Ocean State Summer Pops Orchestra is the subject of the program, with Stephen Toro, Music Director/Conductor, Chris Eastburn, his son Quinn, composers and Jorge Gardos, violinist. We talk about their upcoming concerts, and listen to some selections that will be performed. For more information call 401.461.1325 or go to  www.osspo.org

Our next interview for the 2015 Newport Music Festival is with Choral Director Pierre Masse who directs his group at this years festival. Visit www.newportmusic.org

We open the 2015 Newport Music Festival by talking to Pianist Suzanna Perez Laramee who performed at this years festival. Visit www.newportmusic.org

On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe features Percussionist Pancho Sanchez from his "Baila Mi Gente" recording.

Ocean State Theatre Company, is the subject of this week's program, with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director, Damron Russel Armstrong, and Marcus Denard Johnson, stars of “The Meeting”,which will play at the theatre January 28, to February 15.  We talk about the upcoming play, and listen to some music associated with the times.  Ocean State Theater is on Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. For more information call (401) 921-6800, or go to  www.oceanstatetheatre.org