At the Canberra Contemporary Arts Space Manuka, Elm is a collaborative exhibition by artists and former housemates Sophie Quinn and Maximilian Gosling, who explore the similarities and differences of etching and metal working by interrogating ideas about perspective. Elm will run until Sunday September 24. The Canberra Contemporary Art Space Manuka is at Furneaux Street, […]
Currently Running (25SEP) Aarwun Gallery – National Capital Art Prize 2023 ANCA – “Networks Australia: Artists at Work” – 25 artists (last week) ANU School of Art & Design Gallery – “The Data Imaginary: Fears and Fantasies” – 18 artists from 28SEP Australian Centre on China in the World – “Florilegium: Distant Memories” – Ruth […]
ArtSound’s Liz Landford spoke with Rosalind Lemoh (pictured) about her interesting and authentic insights into her art studies and career in sculpture and object-based art, her observations on the contemporary art scene and reading objects, and her published written work regarding exhibitions and artists. Rosalind Lemoh also provided an exciting update on her current and […]
ArtSound FM Community Radio is calling for applications for this year’s ACT Young Virtuoso Awards. If you are an instrumentalist under 25, or a vocalist under 30 (by the end of this year), you are encouraged to apply. The four finalists chosen from entrants will perform live ‘on air’ on Sunday, September 17 [NOTE: new […]
ArtSound Writing Competition! Love writing vignettes, short stories and flash fiction? Why not share it and go in the running to win: Grand Prize Package (for Members of ArtSound FM only) $200 Book voucher AND A Studio Quality recording of your flash fiction, narrated by one of our experienced presenters Open to All Prize (anyone […]
A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. Radiothon ArtSound held the first of two planned on-air fundraisers – its “Radiothons” – from June 16 to 25. Thanks to everyone who donated, and thanks in particular to all the organisations, businesses, and individuals who contributed prizes for draws during the Radiothon. Earfest 2023 […]
ArtSound Annual General Meeting, 27 June 2023, Eastlake Football Club ArtSound Incorporated ABN 29 083 850 739 Manuka Arts Centre Cnr NSW Crescent & Manuka Circle, Griffith ACT PO Box 3573, Manuka ACT 2603 Ph: 02 6295 7444 Email: admin@artsound.fm www.artsound.fm ArtSound is supported generously by […]
During 2023, its 40th Anniversary celebrations, ArtSound will begin a series of week-long programming that highlights the region’s cultural diversity. The first of these will be Greek Week in October, featuring regional musicians, poets and writers. ArtSound Radio Theatre is calling for radio plays that highlight Greek themes — for example, reinventions of Greek classics, […]
ARTSOUND’S WINTER WEARABLE ART COMPETITION All you need to do is to knit or crochet a hat. Entries close FRIDAY JULY 7 2023 There will be prizes for the best designed, and the most wearable hat. A $100 gift voucher at The Potter’s Gallery will be awarded to winner of each category. Our judge will […]
Liz Landford, ArtSound Arts Correspondent, speaks with Karen Vickery, prominent Canberra-based actor, director, playwright, and arts administrator. This recording is from May 25, 2023.
A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. Annual General Meeting The 2023 Annual General Meeting of ArtSound Inc, which operates ArtSound FM, is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, June 27, at 7pm in the McDonald Room at Eastlake Football Club, 3 Oxley Street, Griffith. Terry Giesecke, ArtSound’s Public Officer, […]
The Flazeda Hub, Canberra’s Alternate Performing Arts Hub, presents Burlesque Brunch. There’ll be an amazing show with singing, dancing, and a whole lotta legs, along with a savory and sweet treats lunch. The Burlesque Brunch will take place at 11am on Sunday 30th of July at The Flazeda Hub at Emu Bank, Belconnen. Further information […]
The Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra presents Midsummer Dreams featuring over 40 musicians performing Mendelssohn’s Overture to A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Symphony No.3 in A minor, and Beethoven’s Symphony No.8 in F major. The concert will be at the Albert Hall on Tuesday 1st August at 7.00pm . Further information is available from the Australian […]
A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. ArtSound Fundraiser Quiz Night The latest of ArtSound’s perennially popular musical quiz night fundraisers is upon us. It takes place this Thursday, May 4, at the Eastlake Football Club in Kingston. You can attend as a team of eight to ten people, or as […]
Here are some more copies of ArtSound’s first newsletter, Fine Tunings, from near the beginning of the station’s now 40-year history of operations. Fine Tuning Winter 1983 vol 1 no 3 Fine Tuning Winter 1984 vol 1 no 4 Fine Tuning Summer 1984/85 Vol 1 no 6
The Canberra Blues Society presents the 11th International Blues Music Day with over seven hours of blues music from across two stages including The Specialites, Angela Lount & Leo Joseph, Dean Edgecombe & The Seventh Sons, Moondog, Chloe Kay & The Crusade, Bonnie Kay & The Sweet Patooties, The Sunbears, and Frank Sultana & the […]
TO PURCHASE TICKETS, GO HERE. The ArtSound fundraising ’50s to ’80s Music Trivia Quiz Night is now set for Thursday May 4, starting at 7pm, with Brian Leonard again serving as quizmaster. This is an opportunity to support fundraising for the station (as well as showing off your music knowledge!) and we ask all of […]
Coming Sunday April 16 at 1pm in the ArtSound gardens at the Manuka Arts Centre:: a wonderful stage reading of Kenneth Grahame’s The Wind in the Willows, adapted by Papermoon Theatre and produced by ArtSound as part of its summer/autumn Concert Series. So bring a blanket or a chair and settle under the trees with […]
ArtSound is participating in the ACT Heritage Festival — see Radio Stories. The festival runs from April 11 to April 30; during that time ArtSound presenters will air interviews with event organisers, and perhaps create a few radio stories of our own. Tune in to Senior Memories (10-midday, weekdays) and Arts Café (noon-2pm and 5-7pm […]
On Sunday, April 16, at 1pm, the final event in ArtSound’s current summer/autumn fundraiser concert series will take place in the gardens of the Manuka Arts Centre. It’ll be something quite unusual and special: an adaptation of ArtSound Radio Theatre’s adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s classic tale for all ages, The Wind in the Willows. With […]
The ArtSound fundraising ’50s to ’80s Music Trivia Quiz Night is now set for Thursday May 4, starting at 7pm, with Brian Leonard again serving as quizmaster. This is an opportunity to support fundraising for the station (as well as showing off your music knowledge!) and we ask all of you to help by buying […]
NewA lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. Annual General Meeting The date of Artsound Incorporated’s 2023 Annual General Meeting has been set for Tuesday, June 27. More details will be provided in next month’s newsletter, and via emailings and other notifications. Early-Morning Program Returns ArtStarter, Canberra’s most happening early-morning radio show, is […]
ArtStarter, Canberra’s most happening early-morning radio show, is now on air. From 7-9am each weekday, it is providing news about the arts and other community activities in and around Canberra, in keeping with ArtSound’s role as Canberra’s arts and music community radio station. All delivered in a snappy format. The idea, says the program’s coordinator, […]
Mark your calendars for more glorious music in the ArtSound gardens at the Manuka Arts Centre. Coming Sunday March 12: At 4pm, in the Wayne Kelly Trio, the piano great is joined by Eric Ajaye, bass, and Col Hoorweg, drums. At 5pm, Black Cypress (Rosie and Sam Harris, guitars and vocals, and Charlotte Strong, violin […]
On Friday 3 March 2023, ArtSound launched its year of 40th Anniversary celebrations and special programming with a ceremony in the ArtSound gardens at the Manuka Arts Centre. Graciously declaring the beginning of the year’s events for us was Rebecca Vassarotti, (Greens, Member for Kurrajong), ACT Minister for the Environment, Heritage, Homelessness and Housing Services, […]
A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. Invitation to ArtSound FM’s 40th Anniversary Launch We invite all ArtSound members and supporters to join us at the launch of our 40th Anniversary. The event takes place from 5.30pm to 6.30pm on Friday March 3 in the gardens of Manuka Arts Centre. ArtSound FM […]
As we approach the Launch of our 40th Anniversary year (Friday March 3 at 5:30pm in the gardens of the Manuka Arts Centre), here’s a blast from the past: ArtSound’s first two newsletters, ever. They date from 1983, when we went by our original name, Canberra Stereo Public Radio. Remarkably, the station’s vision has remained […]
The ArtSound Summer/Autumn Series continued on Sunday, 12 February, and we have three more events coming up, soon. On Sunday 26 February, at 4pm, two lively acts: Bella Groove and Dr Jawbone and the Restless Souls. Led by Canberra Critics’ Circle Award winner, Elise Walsh, Bella Groove — Elise Walsh, flute/vocals; Ross Buchanan, keys; Matt […]
ArtSound’s Summer/Autumn Concert Series recommences this Sunday, 12 February, at 4pm in ArtSound’s gardens at the Manuka Arts Centre. Con Campbell and friends appear. Con Campbell and friends will perform on that day. First, the Con Campbell Trio (below, right) performs, with Con Campbell (tenor and soprano saxophones), Chris Pound (double bass), and Nick McBride […]
Unfortunately we have had to cancel the ArtSound Trivia Quiz night that had been set for Friday, 17 February at the Eastlake Football Club.
A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. ArtSound’s 40th Anniversary As you’ll have been hearing on ArtSound, 2023 is the 40th anniversary of ArtSound broadcasting to the ACT and region. We’ll be marking that accomplishment throughout the year, starting with a launch at 5.30pm on Friday March 3 in the ArtSound […]
At an event at ArtSound on January 10, 2023, longtime ArtSound theatre critic and presenter Bill Stephens bade ArtSound farewell. He has retired from broadcasting after many years of arts presenting and production. Here’s what he said to the gathering: Bill Stephens ArtSound & Me
The success of ArtSound FM relies on its members, and right now we are offering you the chance to be directly involved in that success. We are seeking expressions of interest to join these Committees: Fundraising/sponsorship/grant – Primary role is identifying and pursuing funding opportunities. Membership enhancement – Primary role is developing programs to recruit […]
Throughout 2023, ArtSound will celebrate its 40th year of broadcasting. Early in February (date yet to be confirmed), an official launch will be held in the Manuka Arts Centre gardens, with special guests, music, and an announcement of this year’s anniversary program. Among events being planned for the year is a series of summer and […]
A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. Office Closure ArtSound’s office is closed for the holiday period. It will re-open on January 10. Meanwhile, email and phones are attended: admin@artsound and 6295 7444. 2023: ArtSound’s 40th Anniversary Year Throughout 2023, ArtSound will celebrate its 40th year of broadcasting. Early in February (date […]
CANCELLED CANCELLED CANCELLED Friday, 17 February 2023, 7pm Eastlake Football Club 3 Oxley Street, Kingston Following the sell-out success of last year’s music trivia night, we have another fabulous fun quiz night lined up for you on Friday 17 February at the Eastlake Football Club at Kingston, commencing at 7pm. A host of our […]
ArtSound Newsletter – December 2022 A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. Board Letter to Members Dear Members, We are writing to update members on the Board’s recent efforts to obtain grant funding to secure the future of ArtSound in the medium term. While ArtSound’s financial position into 2023 will allow us […]
ArtSound FM community radio congratulates Canberra pianist Ronan Apcar, winner of the ACT Young Virtuoso Award held at ArtSound in September, for taking second place at the competition’s national final. The National Young Virtuoso Award final took place on Sunday 20 November 2022. Ronan Apcar placed second behind Victorian pianist Anna Gao, and ahead of […]
A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. 2022 Membership renewal Most ArtSound memberships are now due, so all listeners are encouraged to renew, or to sign up. In case you missed this news: at a recent Special General Meeting of ArtSound, ArtSound’s membership altered slightly the terms of membership. Now, your […]
ArtSound congratulates Canberra pianist Ronan Apcar, winner of the ACT Young Virtuoso Award held at ArtSound in September, for taking second place at the competition’s national final. The National Young Virtuoso Award final took place on Sunday 20 November 2022 in Melbourne, organised by 3MBS community radio. Ronan Apcar placed second behind Victorian pianist Anna […]
Save the date: Saturday the 12th of November, from 1-4pm That’s when Pachamama and the Raio de Sol samba band and dancers will take the stage at a fundraiser in the ArtSound gardens. We’ll roll out a new outdoor stage and PA system, thanks to a federal Stronger Communities grant. There’ll be street food from […]
A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. Young Virtuoso At a live broadcast on ArtSound on Sunday 25 September, ArtSound’s adjudicators selected the winner of the ACT Young Virtuoso Awards from among four outstanding finalists: Ronan Apcar (pictured receiving award from ArtSound President, Betsy Dixon; photo: Chris Deacon), a pianist. He […]
Congratulations to three participants in ArtSound’s Poetry on the Radio on their selection to the shortlist for the 2021 ACT Book of the Year: PS Cottier for Utterly, Penelope Layland for Nigh, and Moya Pacey for Doggerland. Also, to ArtSound’s Art Café interviewee Patrick Mullins for his The Trials of Portnoy.
Congratulations to Ronan Apcar on winning the ACT Final of the Young Virtuosos Awards, held at ArtSound FM last Sunday! Ronan now goes to Melbourne in November to compete in the National Finals.
ArtSound Newsletter — September 2022 A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. Special General Meeting The ArtSound Board has called a Special General Meeting to propose adjustments to the organisation’s membership provisions. The meeting is set for Tuesday 20 September 2022 at 6pm at the ArtSound office (before the regular monthly meeting […]
Our Radio Rookies courses for kids 9-12 years old have sparked interest in similar courses for adults. So we’re starting those up. The adult courses — Podcasts 101 — will be one-day events, held on Saturdays. The first will be on 24 September from 10am to 4pm. Attendees will learn the basics of podcasting and […]
ArtSound ran the second of this year’s successful Radio Rookies holiday programs in early July, and will offer another one in the next school holidays, from Wednesday 5 October to Friday 7 October. The Radio Rookies program introduces young people to the world of radio and podcasting. It provides them with the tools and training […]
Currently Running (27AUG) ANCA – “Out of the Shadows” – Megan Munro ANU School of Art & Design Gallery – 2023 ANU School of Art & Design Drawing Prize Australian Centre on China in the World – “Florilegium: Distant Memories” – Ruth Ju-shih Li Beaver Galleries – “Backdrop” – Graeme Drendel & Lucy Culliton from […]
The M16 Artspace has three new exhibitions. First, [De]Constructed Landscapes by Melody Spangaro is a pictorial representation of seeing, sensing and thinking. Then in Überlastung, Freya Jobbins & Shani Nottingham explore their experiences of PTSD, anxiety and ADHD and how they navigate around these roadblocks with their art. And lastly there’s Desert, Sea, Moon by […]
Tuggeranong Arts Centre has three new exhibitions. Firstly, Open Home by Georgia Claridge is an exploration of memory, identity and the dream of home ownership. Next, Dust Collectors is a group show by Ceramicist Shaun Hayes, painter Ellie Kaufmann and printmaker Adam Bell all of who share an interest in trash, obsolescence and nostalgia through […]
ANCA – Pin 9 (last week) ANU School of Art & Design Gallery – 2023 ANU School of Art & Design Drawing Prize from 15AUG Australian Centre on China in the World – “Florilegium: Distant Memories” – Ruth Ju-shih Li Beaver Galleries – “Silver Thread” – Robert Boynes; “Seeking Quiet Harmonies” – Prue Venables Belco […]
Calling all aspiring classical music instrumentalists under 25 and vocalists under 30. This is your opportunity to take part in the Young Virtuosos Competition. The national Young Virtuoso awards have given many vibrant Australian performers a career-boosting experience. The grand winner receives a cash prize as well as recording opportunities. The ACT regional finals will […]
The Music Trivia Night Organising Team has been closely monitoring the increasing spike in Covid and flu cases in the ACT and across Australia, now described as Covid’s ‘third wave’. In the interests of fulfilling our social responsibility, it has been decided to postpone the fundraising Trivia Night scheduled for 19 August until a future […]
ArtSound Newsletter – 29 June 2022 A lot is happening at ArtSound. Here’s some of it. Annual General Meeting, 7 July ArtSound’s annual general meeting is coming up. It will take place on Thursday 7 July 2022, starting at 7:30pm, at Thinkplace (50 Blackall Street, Barton). All ArtSound financial members are invited to attend to […]
BUY HERE Save the date: ArtSound’s next fundraising Music Quiz Night is scheduled for Friday 19 August, commencing at 7pm, at the Eastlake Football Club in Kingston. It’s to be a ’50s to early ‘90s music quiz, says MC Brian Leonard. It’ll have the same fun format as last year, with such themes as identify […]
Here is a list of winners drawn on Sunday 5 June 2022 on ArtSound FM, with their prize and suburb/town. Congratulations to all. The office has been in touch with them to arrange pickup or delivery. Golden Ticket for events at Kambri Cultural Centre ANU — Alexandra, Yass Seven days accommodation in a Melbourne Apartment, […]
Here’s your chance to be a radio star! Call us on 6295-8499 and record a short message telling us why you enjoy ArtSound. Of course you don’t need to include your name, although you can if you like — or just your given name. We’d love you hear from you on 6295-8499.
ArtSound’s holiday program for 9 to 12 year olds, Radio Rookies, is coming again. If your child would like to learn about radio and podcasting production, below is information about how to enroll them, and what they can learn. The April cohort had a great time, and your kids surely will, too, if they sign […]
Would you like to send ArtSound’s on-air presenters a text message during their program? They’ll receive it in the studio. The presenters won’t be able to respond to the messages, but they’ll be able to see what you think of the broadcast. To send a message, simple use this number: 0485 833 133 Or, send […]
Radiothon: ArtSound’s Earfest ArtSound’s annual “Radiothon” fundraiser — ArtSound Earfest 2022 — is upon us. It runs from 5pm on Friday 27 May to 5pm on Sunday 5 June. Handily, it comes just a few short weeks before the end of the financial year. Searching for tax deductions? Any donations to ArtSound of $2 or […]
ArtSound’s annual on-air “radiothon” fundraiser is coming soon. It’s theme: ArtSound Earfest.
In this issue: ArtSound’s annual Radiothon: Earfest ArtSound and COTA & Senior Memories Radio and Podcasting Workshops Radio Rookies Holiday Program Technology Update Stronger Communities Grant Award PhotoAccess Open Day Visitors to the Studios Muslim Voice Radio Australian Wind Symphony ArtSound’s annual Radiothon: Earfest Planning is well under way for ArtSound’s annual on-air “radiothon” […]
Courses run 11-13 April and 20-22 April Do you have kids aged between 9 and 12 who might like to attend one of our three-day “Radio Rookies” holiday programs at ArtSound? These were very popular in the past, so we’re reviving them now, working with an accomplished events organiser, Sionna Maple, the founder and Creative […]
Senior Memories Expansion On Monday, 4 April, the Senior Memories Hour is expanding from one hour to two each weekday, and will now be called Senior Memories. The expansion is in part thanks a partnership ArtSound has formed with COTA ACT. Under the collaboration, COTA (Council On The Ageing) will act as a strategic sponsor […]
ArtSound will hold its annual on-air fundraiser — the “2022 ArtSound Radiothon” — from Friday 27 May to Sunday 5 June. This year’s theme: “ArtSound Earfest”! During the 10 days, you’ll hear all ArtSound presenters ask for your support so ArtSound can meet its operational costs. You’ll also hear about how community donations to our […]
The ArtSound Board of Management has set the date for this year’s Annual General Meeting. It will take place on Thursday 7 July 2022 at a time and venue to be announced.
Courses run 11-13 April and 20-22 April Do you have kids aged between 9 and 12 who might like to attend one of our three-day “Radio Rookies” holiday programs at ArtSound? These were very popular in the past, so we’re reviving them now, working with an accomplished events organiser, Sionna Maple, the founder and Creative […]
ArtSound has a new weekly feature, heard on Arts Café on Thursdays at about 1:20pm (repeated at about 6:20pm): Poetry on the Radio. Produced in association with the outstanding Canberra poetry imprint, Recent Work Press, the series consists of segments of about three minutes each in which a poet, generally living in the Canberra region, […]
A new series within ArtSound’s ongoing series-of-series, Bert Whelan’s Golden Years of Music, begins this Saturday 23 October 2021. It’s The Great Songwriters. ArtSound’s longtime connoisseur of great music, Bert Whelan, has created fine radio series in the past, including Light Orchestral Hour and Music from the Movies and Television, Australian Orchestras and Singers, and […]
You can now hear the Andrew Leigh MP podcast The Good Life on ArtSound – every Saturday at 9am! Each week Andrew interviews people on living a happy, healthy and ethical life. Words from these faces over the next six weeks — good and interesting people, all. This Saturday, 2 October 2021, Leigh chats with Annabel […]
The Canberra Symphony Youth Chamber Orchestra — CSYCO, and yes, it is pronounced that way! — is the CSO’s new performance project that will aim to provide musicians aged 14-19 with training and mentorship from Concertmaster Kirsten Williams (left). She is leading the musicians in chamber and orchestral playing with workshops and master classes with […]
We might all be shut away (unless we play golf), but the ACT arts world continues to turn. Here’s some of what’s been happening in recent weeks. A Fascinating Bill Stephens Interview You may recently have heard Bill Stephen’s fascinating interview with Broadway orchestrator August Eriksmoen. Among Eriksmoen’s achievements while orchestrating or serving in similar […]
Those of you who follow our classical music programming will probably know about ArtSound’s annual participation in the National Young Virtuoso Competition. Alas, that marvelous event is a victim of Covid-related disruption, yet again. As occurred last year, the organisers have had to cancel this year’s competition. This year, classical instrumentalists under the age of […]
ArtSound is not going to let a little thing like a global pandemic silence it – no way! During the ACT lockdown, we’re continuing to broadcast 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. “Say wha’!?”, you might ask. We’re unable to get in our Manuka Arts Centre studios, but we do have some sneaky […]
Currently Running (20AUG) ANCA – “Out of the Shadows” – Megan Munro from 23AUG ANU School of Art & Design Gallery – 2023 ANU School of Art & Design Drawing Prize Australian Centre on China in the World – “Florilegium: Distant Memories” – Ruth Ju-shih Li Beaver Galleries – “Silver Thread” – Robert Boynes; “Seeking […]
The Luminescence Chamber Singers will perform Bach’s monumental Partita no.2 in D Minor, along with some of Bach’s most beloved chorales, at Braidwood Uniting Church, Monkittee St, Braidwood on Sunday August 13 from 2pm. Further information on this performance and upcoming events available from the Braidwood Concert Series Facebook page. At the Canberra Contemporary Arts […]
For over 30 years, young instrumentalists and vocalists have competed for the Young Virtuoso Award; an initiative by fine music radio stations across the country. The competition gives aspiring musicians a vibrant and career-boosting experience with broadcasting and recording opportunities, cash prizes and valuable performance practice. Classical instrumentalists under the age of 25, and vocalists […]
Philby We note with great sadness the death of Phil “Philby” Birch-Marston, our longtime and much loved fellow volunteer at ArtSound. Philby passed away May 19 at the age of 77 after a battle with cancer. He had been a volunteer at the station since 1994, during our days as Canberra Stereo Public Radio (CSPR), […]
On 20 February 2021, ArtSound conducted a live broadcast during an Open Day hosted by our neighbours at the Manuka Arts Centre, PhotoAccess. Here are some images from the day. If your organisation is holding an event that might lend itself to a live broadcast, do get in touch at admin@artsound.fm Above, ArtSound’s Betsy Dixon […]
ArtSound FM will be having a special get-together for volunteers and members. Invitations have been sent via email, inside our member newsletter. If you haven’t received your invitation please let us know at admin@artsound.com.au. Bookings are essential, and close on Monday 22nd of February 2021.
The ArtSound office will be closed from December 23rd 2020 to January 11 2021. Please join our mailing list to stay up to date with all our news. We thank you for listening to ArtSound FM this year, and look forward to bringing you lots of new and exciting content in 2021. If you need […]
With a title like Indestructible one would think this book would be about a bridge or a building. But you would be wrong, because this book is a biography of an American who – as the front of the book purports – changed the course of World War II. Yes it is a true […]
Would you like to tell Canberrans about your business, organisation, or upcoming event? ArtSound offers a range of promotional sponsorship packages that help you to get the word out to your prospective clients, customers, and supporters. To find out more about our generous sponsorship packages, including attractive rates for ArtSound members and arts organisation, and other […]
The Monaro Folk Society presents ‘Welcoming the Wattle’ a lively afternoon of fun and varied dances celebrating the imminent arrival of Spring featuring the lively music of Paverty, one of Canberra’s premier bush bands. ‘Welcoming the Wattle’ will take place on Sunday, 27 August from 2.00pm at the Folkdance Hall, Maitland St, Hackett. More information […]
Artsound Book Break – The Constant Rabbit by Jasper Fforde If you have encountered the writings of Jasper Fforde (1 j and 2 ffs) before, then you will either love him or you will find his work irritating. If you haven’t tried him – well, I’m a fan, so I urge you to do so […]
FROM THE BOOK SHELF A review by Julie Finch-Scally ATLAS SHRUGGED By Ayn Rand It is many years since I have read this book. So long ago that I had forgotten what the story was about. When a few weeks ago, while reading an article in the Business Section of the newspaper where the writer […]
Some changes in the weekend lineup include the addition of two new programs, and a move for an existing one. On Saturdays at noon, before the recently added Live Archive, you can now hear The ArtSound Recorded Music Society. In 1944, the Canberra Recorded Music Society began meeting at Albert Hall, the Institute of Anatomy, […]
The ACT Government has announced additional Covid-19 emergency funding for ArtSound FM along with eight other Canberra arts organisations. “Canberra is lucky to have such a strong arts community that is supported by some wonderful arts organisations,” said ACT Minister for the Arts, Creative Industries and Cultural Events, Gordon Ramsay, MLA. “These organisations support our […]
On Wednesday 18 June 2020, ArtSound Acting President Wal Jurkiewicz presided over the drawing of the names of the winners of the prizes from the ArtSound 2020 Fundraiser. Everyone who gave at least $50 was eligible. The winners were: Helen, of Fraser: two nights’ accommodation for two couples at the Gatehouse in Beechworth […]
ArtSoundFM is tackling loneliness and isolation among the ACT community’s older people by widening transmission of its Internet-streamed Senior Memories Service — radio programs tailored for seniors — to the Artsound FM band. The Senior Memories Network has been providing the programs for several years to several aged-care facilities in Canberra and western New South […]
ArtSound FM, Canberra’s arts and music community radio station, will hold its annual fundraiser from May 29 to June 14. After this year’s bushfires, hailstorm, and Covid-19 lockdown, ArtSound is appealing to listeners to help replenish its funding so it can continue its work of supporting the ACT’s arts community. “This has been a particularly […]
Respighi’s Pines of Rome Pines of Rome is a four-movement symphonic poem for orchestra completed in 1924 by the Italian composer Ottorino Respighi. The piece depicts pine trees in four locations in Rome at different times of the day. It is a grand piece with a wide list of instrumentalists, some of whom play a […]
The genesis of Corelli Arcangelo Corelli is one of the most beloved musicians of the baroque period, highly influential in the development of the solo sonata, and establishing the violin as an elegant solo instrument second to none. This concert explores the life and times of Corelli’s youth, performing the music of his immediate predecessors, […]
Handel’s Dixit Dominus With its unremitting energy and dramatic intensity, Dixit Dominus showcases the young Handel’s mastery of counterpoint and harmonic and melodic invention. Recorded live for ArtSound FM in Wesley Uniting Church, Forest, ACT, on 3 November 2019. Recording and notes by Tim Lamble with acknowledgement to the Wikipedia® and Coro. Program George Friderick […]
Baroque Concert excerpts Brunetti’s Stabat Mater is clearly inspired by Pergolesi, though it takes some individual turns, especially when cheerful phrases suddenly darken at unexpected moments. There is no published score for this work, but Peter Young acquired a copies of the original score shelved in the Zürich local library. Christoph Graupner, Peter tells, was […]
