This Saturday evening, tune in to WHRO-FM at 8:00 p.m. for This Just In, your gateway to the latest and greatest in classical music. The program, hosted by Raymond Jones, will feature a diverse selection of new releases, offering a fresh perspective on both familiar and lesser-known works.
Kicking off the program, we delve into the world of ballet with music from Daniel Auber’s “Gustave III”, a vibrant score that captures the drama and elegance of the 18th century. Following this, the renowned Emerson Quartet presents Mendelssohn’s String Quartet No. 4, showcasing the composer’s genius in chamber music with its lively energy and profound emotion.
To say farewell to summer and welcome fall, listeners will be treated to the richly evocative “Four Seasonal Sketches” by American composer Betty Jackson King, performed by pianist Rochelle Sennet.
The program continues with the Bruckner Orchestra of Linz performing Anton Bruckner’s “Study Symphony,” a lesser-known but fascinating early work that offers insight into the composer’s development.
Henri Duparc’s “To the Stars” will transport listeners to new heights with its lush orchestration and poetic grandeur. Next, Howard Shelley takes the stage as the soloist in Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 27, the composer’s final piano concerto, blending grace and introspection in a way only Mozart can.
The evening also highlights Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s “Petite Suite de Concerto,” a work that combines classical structure with rich, melodic charm. Rounding out the program is “Amatzinac” by Mexican composer José Pablo Moncayo, a vibrant and rhythmic tribute to the landscapes of his homeland.
Whether you're a longtime classical aficionado or just discovering the genre, This Just In offers something for every listener. Don’t miss out on three hours of new releases that are shaping the future of classical music—this Saturday at 8:00 p.m. on WHRO-FM 90.3 or online.
