/april-is-public-radio-music-month Music in America would sound very different without public radio.Cincinnati Pops Conductor John Morris Russell lends his support to Public Radio Music Month.Across the country, local public radio stations, like WVXU, play an integral role in championing, cultivating and promoting music. On 91.7, you learn about local musicians and performances on Around Cincinnati and Cincinnati Edition – and jazz, and swing programs have a home. Interviews with music legends and emerging artists add to your musical discovery and enjoyment. April is Public Radio Music Month. Say #thankspublicradio for playing the music you love.Learn more about Public Radio Music Month activities around the nation. en-US Copyright Fri, 18 Jun 2021 17:49:23 GMT /local-news/2021-06-18/sounds-of-music-to-fill-cincinnati-for-make-music-day The summer solstice is the longest day of the year, perfect for making and celebrating music, according to organizers of this year's Make Music Day on… Fri, 18 Jun 2021 17:49:23 GMT /local-news/2021-06-18/sounds-of-music-to-fill-cincinnati-for-make-music-day Tana Weingartner /local-news/2021-05-13/photos-inside-ovation-newports-newest-concert-pavilion Newport's $40 million new music venue Ovation announed its first shows Friday morning. They include Lady A and Russ. The announcement comes one day after… Fri, 14 May 2021 00:30:43 GMT /local-news/2021-05-13/photos-inside-ovation-newports-newest-concert-pavilion Ann Thompson /news-from-npr/2021-03-17/james-levine-former-met-opera-music-director-is-dead-at-age-77 The gifted conductor who had wielded immense influence in the classical music world, was publicly accused by nine men of sexual abuse. He died March 9 at age 77 of natural causes. Wed, 17 Mar 2021 15:10:00 GMT /news-from-npr/2021-03-17/james-levine-former-met-opera-music-director-is-dead-at-age-77 Tom Huizenga, Anastasia Tsioulcas /arts/2021-03-01/cincinnati-singer-songwriter-has-music-featured-in-netflix-series A local singer-songwriter has music featured in the Netflix series Deaf U. Aziza Love was uniquely positioned to offer her creative offerings to such a… Mon, 01 Mar 2021 08:55:55 GMT /arts/2021-03-01/cincinnati-singer-songwriter-has-music-featured-in-netflix-series Michael Monks /music/2021-02-10/akrons-devo-among-new-crop-of-rock-hall-nominees The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced 16 potential candidates for induction this year. Now, a voting committee will trim the roster to about a half dozen inductees to be announced in May. Planners are looking to stage a live induction ceremony in Cleveland in late October or early November. Wed, 10 Feb 2021 13:15:00 GMT /music/2021-02-10/akrons-devo-among-new-crop-of-rock-hall-nominees /local-news/2021-01-04/small-music-venues-like-schwartzs-point-face-a-unique-challenge-during-the-pandemic An intimate music venue on Vine Street is patiently waiting to apply for additional relief following the $900 billion dollar COVID relief measure that was… Mon, 04 Jan 2021 10:41:24 GMT /local-news/2021-01-04/small-music-venues-like-schwartzs-point-face-a-unique-challenge-during-the-pandemic Cory Sharber /news-from-npr/2020-12-16/in-pandemic-the-most-wonderful-time-for-christmas-songs-turned-out-to-be-in-july Stations have been playing Christmas music earlier than ever this year, as a way of luring in listeners during the pandemic. One Indiana station was doing it in July. Wed, 16 Dec 2020 10:00:00 GMT /news-from-npr/2020-12-16/in-pandemic-the-most-wonderful-time-for-christmas-songs-turned-out-to-be-in-july Jim Zarroli /local-news/2020-12-14/hip-hop-orchestra-ready-to-take-the-virtual-stage In a town known for its world-class classical and pops orchestras, a new blend of traditional and modern music is ready to make its debut. Thrive's… Mon, 14 Dec 2020 10:02:00 GMT /local-news/2020-12-14/hip-hop-orchestra-ready-to-take-the-virtual-stage Tana Weingartner /arts/2020-11-20/csos-latest-digital-concert-a-not-so-silent-protest There's power in silence. There is protest, peace and sometimes, protection. For the musicians of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, silence has taken on… Fri, 20 Nov 2020 10:35:23 GMT /arts/2020-11-20/csos-latest-digital-concert-a-not-so-silent-protest Julie Coppens /local-news/2020-10-15/purple-people-bridge-is-stage-for-choral-concert-thats-far-from-normal Arts organizations, especially choruses, are looking for unique ways to safely create as the pandemic continues. Some 80 members of the Young… Thu, 15 Oct 2020 20:00:00 GMT /local-news/2020-10-15/purple-people-bridge-is-stage-for-choral-concert-thats-far-from-normal Tana Weingartner