February is Black History Month
Friday, Feb 1, at 1:00 pm
The number to call with your questions: 888-RADIO-GA
Saturday, Feb 2, at 1:30 pm
Rossini: Il Barbiere de Siviglia
Wednesday, Feb 6, at 11:00 am
Live coverage of Governor Barnes' State of the State Address.
(Pre-empts first hour of Midday Music)
Wednesday, Feb 6, at 1:00 pm
In 1898, white supremacists seized power from the racially integrated city government
of Wilmington, NC. They burned the town's black newspaper, exiled city officials, and
killed a number of African Americans. "Democracy's Denial" chronicles these pivotal
events and their aftermath.
Saturday, Feb 9, at 1:30 pm
Mozart: Le Nozze di Figaro
Saturdays, Feb 9 and Feb 23, at 8:00 pm
Harry O'Donoghue hosts this locally produced Celtic music program.
Saturdays, Feb 9 and Feb 23, at 9:00 pm
Dick Wallace hosts this locally produced folk show.
Wednesday, Feb 13, at 1:00 pm
Remembering Jim Crow examines the neglected "middle years" of America's
segregation story, through the voices of people, both black and white, who lived
through it. The program reveals the profound and unrelenting racial oppression
of daily life, and shows how black Southerners fought back against the system.
Thursday, Feb 14, at 11:00 am
Recorded live in Washington DC, this special celebrates the African-American
musical tradition with spirituals, gospel music, choral anthems, and commissioned
works. Hosted by Martin Goldsmith, the program features actor Avery Brooks and
Tony-nominated actress B.J. Crosby, in addition to the Choral Arts Society of
Washington, the Howard University Choir and Gospel Choir and others.
(Pre-empts Midday Music)
Friday, Feb 15, at 11:00 am
Host Roger Cooper examines Coleridge-Taylor's artistry and compositions including
"Plantation Melodies" and the oratorio "Hiawatha's Wedding Feast."
(Pre-empts first hour of Midday Music)
Saturday, Feb 16, at 1:30 pm
Puccini: La Boheme
Wednesday, Feb 20, at 1:00 pm
Recognizing the power of the airwaves, black journalists, educators, artists, and
activists of the 1930s and '40s created radio programs challenging the stereotypes
projected in popular shows like "Amos 'n' Andy."
Saturday, Feb 23, at 1:30 pm
Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin
Sunday, Feb 24, at 8:00 pm
As part of our celebration of Black History Month, St. John Flynn welcomes author
Betty Oglesby Payne to talk about her novel "Shine Annie."
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