Darel Snodgrass

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Classical Music Host at WKNO-FM (Cordova, TN)

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Steuterman-Hardison Rededicatory Organ Recital

1 week ago | wknofm.org | Darel Snodgrass

Calvary Episcopal Church in downtown Memphis celebrates the restoration of its historic 1935 Aeolian-Skinner organ with the "Steuterman-Hardison Rededicatory Organ Recital" on Friday, May 9. Darel Snodgrass talked with Calvary Organist-Choirmaster Kristen Lensch about the upcoming rededication concert featuring renowned organist Todd Wilson, head of the Cleveland Institute of Music organ department.
The Drop That Contained The Sea

2 weeks ago | wknofm.org | Darel Snodgrass

Memphis Symphony Orchestra's (MSO) Paul and Linnea Bert Classic Accents series returns Sunday, May 4, with Christopher Tin's "The Drop That Contained the Sea."The concert features the Memphis Symphony Chorus, White Station High School Choir, St. George's Independent School Choir, and several soloists.
Raising Ilana’s Mother | Voices of the South

2 weeks ago | wknofm.org | Darel Snodgrass

Voices of the South presents "Raising Ilana’s Mother," a new play developed through its Writer’s Workshop, running Thursday, May 1, through Sunday, May 4. Darel Snodgrass talks with co-director and Voices of the South co-founder Alice Berry, playwright Sarah Ellin Siegel, and actress Dana Bernstein about the origins and ongoing work of the Writer’s Workshop, the creation and production of this new play, and the rewards of bringing new works to life on stage.
The Most Happy Fella

3 weeks ago | wknofm.org | Darel Snodgrass

The University of Memphis Department of Theatre and Dance concludes its season with "The Most Happy Fella," presented in conjunction with the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music. Darel Snodgrass spoke with Ben Smith, Opera Stage Director and Associate Professor of Music at the Scheidt School, about this production of Frank Loesser’s beloved 1956 romantic musical comedy. They discuss whether it qualifies as an opera and explore its themes of identity, acceptance, and the transformative power of love.
The Complete History of Opera: Part 1 | Variations on a Theme

3 weeks ago | wknofm.org | Darel Snodgrass

Opera Memphis continues its Variations on a Theme performance series, presented by Duncan Williams Asset Management, with "The Complete History of Opera: Part 1" on Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27. Darel Snodgrass speaks with Opera Memphis General Director Ned Canty about the challenges—and the fun—of distilling centuries of opera into one enlightening and entertaining show.
Frautschi, Nakamatsu, & Manasse Trio | Concerts International

1 month ago | wknofm.org | Darel Snodgrass

Concerts International wraps up its chamber music season with the acclaimed Frautschi, Nakamatsu, & Manasse Trio at a new venue—the Christian Brothers University Theater. The trio features Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Jon Nakamatsu, two-time GRAMMY-nominated violinist Jennifer Frautschi, and renowned clarinetist Jon Manasse, former principal clarinet of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra.
2024-2025 Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards

1 month ago | wknofm.org | Darel Snodgrass

The 16th annual Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards will be held on Thursday, May 22, at the historic Orpheum Theatre in downtown Memphis. Nominations will be announced on Tuesday, April 22, via the Orpheum’s YouTube channel. Darel Snodgrass speaks with Lena Wallace Black, Education and Engagement Manager for the Orpheum Theatre Group, about this exciting program celebrating excellence in high school musical theatre across 51 schools in four states.
Colleen Couch and Dolph Smith: Walk in the Light

1 month ago | wknofm.org | Darel Snodgrass

The Dixon Gallery & Gardens presents "Colleen Couch and Dolph Smith: Walk in the Light" in the Mallory Wurzburger Galleries from Sunday, April 20, through Sunday, June 29. This special exhibition offers a selected retrospective of works by Mid-South art icon Dolph Smith, alongside pieces by his former daughter-in-law and fellow Memphis College of Art alumna Colleen Couch — including collaborative works.
Dixon Gallery & Gardens Annual Garden Fair Plant Sale

1 month ago | wknofm.org | Darel Snodgrass

The annual Garden Fair Plant Sale at the Dixon Gallery & Gardens returns Friday, April 11, and Saturday, April 12, with an exclusive members’ preview on Thursday, April 10. This year’s sale features more than 15,000 plants, including rare, unique, and hard-to-find varieties and essential selections for the Mid-South garden. Darel Snodgrass talks with Dixon Gallery & Gardens Director of Horticulture Dale Skaggs about this highlight of the Mid-South spring gardening season.
Colorfully, Darkly, Quietly - Bearden and Tankersley at Gallery 1091

1 month ago | wknofm.org | Darel Snodgrass

"Colorfully, Darkly, Quietly," featuring works by Willy Bearden and David Tankersley, is now on view at WKNO's Gallery 1091. Darel Snodgrass speaks with Bearden about his evocative photography and with Tankersley about his intricate pen-and-ink drawings—two distinct styles that together create a complementary sense of place. Exhibit Details: Weekdays through Tuesday, April 29Time: 9:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.Location: WKNO Digital Media Center (7151 Cherry Farms Rd)