Music & Culture
Classical Music Posts
Mariachi culture’s deep roots in Central Washington
We are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and it is a story on how the Mariachi Culture has settled into Central Washington and how different organizations are helping grow this tradition. Continue Reading Mariachi culture’s deep roots in Central Washington
Gigi Yellen Reflects On Her Time At NWPB
This week, we are saying goodbye to longtime classical music host Gigi Yellen. For more than ten years, Gigi has delighted NWPB listeners with music and commentary, and contributed to many more projects and initiatives. You can read or listen to her work on the Music and Culture page. We wish Gigi a happy retirement, and all the best on her next chapter. Gigi sat down with Anjuli Dodhia to reflect on her career and her time at NWPB. Continue Reading Gigi Yellen Reflects On Her Time At NWPB
Gigi Yellen Retires
After more than 50 years behind the mic, and 10 years at Northwest public Broadcasting, Classical Music Host Gigi Yellen is retiring. Gigi’s last show will be September 27. Continue Reading Gigi Yellen Retires
Variations on a Theme: The Fair!
Fair and carnival season is upon us! Catch music reminiscent of the fair in this edition of Variations on a Theme! Continue Reading Variations on a Theme: The Fair!
Smoke Screen, a noir radio mystery for pledge drive
This painting of Edward R. Murrow hangs at the entrance of NWPB TV studios in Jackson Hall on the WSU Pullman campus. Historically, a Lucky Strike cigarette is left for… Continue Reading Smoke Screen, a noir radio mystery for pledge drive
Variations on a Theme: Mexican Independence Day!
El Grito de la Independencia Selections of Mexican composers, performers and conductors for the celebration of the Mexican Independence from Spain. It began September 15th 1810 with “The Shout of… Continue Reading Variations on a Theme: Mexican Independence Day!
