August 2, 2021. Elisabeth Remy Johnson sensed an imbalance: While there were plenty of female harpists playing in prominent symphonies, there seemed to be disproportionately few works composed by women within the “standard” repertory for solo harp. So Remy Johnson, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s principal harpist since 1995, set out to rectify that imbalance.

Tune in on Sunday, August 8th from 4 to 6 PM to hear our final Philadelphia Youth Orchestra summertime concert broadcast, recorded live at the Kimmel Center’s Verizon Hall in June, 2010 and re-scheduled from this past Sunday. You’ll hear some of the most talented young musicians in our region, playing with exceptional soloists—and conducted by PYO Music Director Louis Scaglione.

This summer's Young Women Composers Camp presents performances of 45 new works on Youtube and Facebook Live on Saturday, August 7th at 7:30 PM and Sunday, August 8th at 2 PM.

July 26, 2021. Frankie Valli and the vast catalogue of popular hits he’s produced over six decades are an American treasure. Nobody does nostalgia-with-substance better. Bob Gaudio, who wrote so many of the Four Seasons’ hits, created an aesthetic for which Valli’s distinct alto was the perfect fit; in time those songs became so beloved that Valli’s voice, for all intents and purposes, became the only fit.

WRTI is thrilled to be a partner with the Philadelphia Young Pianists’ Academy as it presents its 9th Annual Summer Piano Festival. The festival lasts for nine days, and features piano master classes and concerts given by internationally renowned pianists.

July 26, 2021.  To be 80 years old, still vitally contributing to one’s art and performing at peak level — yes, it’s possible, even on an instrument as mentally and physically demanding as the piano. Just listen to Martha Argerich in our Classical Album of the Week.