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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons The Four Seasons need little introduction. It’s a group of four violin concerti that give musical expression to seasons of the year. Antonio Vivaldi wrote them around 1716–1717. The concerti were a revolution in musical conception: in them Vivaldi represented flowing creeks, singing birds (of different species, each specifically characterized), a shepherd […]
I must say I found this book very interesting. In fact as I read the first couple of pages I kept wondering where the story was going. I guess what I found most interesting was that it is written in the first person, and gives a magnificent insight into the thoughts and life of a […]
Classed as A Heloise Chancey Mystery, A Necessary Murder being the 2nd in the series, is set in Stoke Newington in London during the mid 1800s. Heloise is a courtesan living in a well-established house, with her mother Amah acting as her personal house maid. Ahmad has an Indonesian background and a secret past which […]
I can thoroughly recommend this book. So can my husband, who I couldn’t drag it away from, and re-read the few final chapters again and again, and our friend, who had discovered the book and found it so amazing he forced us to read it. If you find codes fascinating you will find this book […]
FROM THE BOOK SHELF A review by Julie Finch-Scally LIFE, LAW AND NOT ENOUGH SHOES Author, Judith Fordham is a criminal lawyer. With a PhD in Forensic Science she has found that too few lawyers, whether working for the prosecution or defending those charged with murder, have a true understanding of the scientific facts that […]
Due to the current bushfire situation in NSW impacting the ACT ArtSound will be reducing it’s service temporarily to ensure the health and well-being of our staff and volunteers. We will keep you updated as the situation changes and we can return fully to our regular programming.
Over thirty members and volunteers attended the ArtSound end of year Christmas party yesterday under the trees at the Manuka Arts Center. Tony Hunter was also celebrated and farewelled as our long term Audio Services engineer and Joseph and Christian have taken on management and development of our audio services unit.
CBAA and Community Radio in Canberra ArtSound hosted a meeting of the six Canberra Community Radio stations (1CMS, 1WAY, 1RPH, 2XX, Valley Fm, ArtSound) with CBAA representative Jon Bisset this week. It was a very positive and useful meeting which built on collaborations begun earlier in the year. It set the scene for formation of […]
ArtSound volunteers and board members attended the Woden Arts Festival on 7 Dec 2019 to support the event, raise awareness about ArtSound, develop new community partnerships and invite participation into ArtSound activities. Neil Doody was behind the roving mic carrying out interviews during the event for broadcast in Arts Café and other programs. One positive […]
BOOK REVIEW ALL THE TEARS IN CHINA By Sulari Gentill I really enjoyed reading ‘All The Tears in China’ by Australian writer, Sulari Gentill. Although a light read, it is perfect for whiling away the long hours of an overseas flight. The story is convoluted enough for one to lose oneself in the characters […]
President’s Message UPDATE Donate Participate and Rejuvenate As 2019 draws to a close and we take a break over Xmas, we can advise that we have received $70,010.00 in donations. We continue to receive expressions of interest for new volunteer participation and other very positive and useful support from the CBAA, ArtsACT, RSM, Deloitte and […]
We are happy to announce that our show Friday Night Live with Chris Deacon is returning **tonight** with a stellar lineup of musicians recorded in Canberra! 🎶 Award winning Singer/Songwriter/pianist Tate Sheridan has already made a huge impact on the Australian jazz and pop scene, having toured across Australia with Sir Elton John. A graduate […]
ArtSound supported the Canberra Potter’s Open Day on Sunday 3rd November 2019 via an outside broadcast. Thanks to Christian, Neil, Gabe and Graham for a well run and delivered OB with lots of interesting interviews. We especially look forward to seeing Chayla Ueckert-Smith and her supporting artists in the studios at Manuka to hear more […]
BOOK REVIEW TAKEN IN By S G Bryant I love a good mystery. Especially a murder mystery. But in the mystery book ‘Taken In’ by S G Bryant there is no murder. Or is there? A baby boy has gone missing, and from the clues given we are not sure whether he was adopted, or […]
ArtSound was an event partner with Volunteering ACT at the Volunteering Expo held last Saturday, 26th October at the Old Bus Depot Markets. We made several useful connections towards new community partnerships. With thanks to Christian and Mark, Brian, Judy, Bojana, Gabe, Tim and Abin for managing and supporting the event and outside broadcast. […]
Ever thought about volunteering? … For anything? Spring is a great time to get up off the metaphorical couch and find out more about Volunteering with Canberra’s own Volunteering Expo coming up this Saturday. There’ll be exhibitors from every sector, including community organisations, environment, sport, tourism, business, arts, education, science, and emergency management. It’s a […]
The 2019 ACT Young Virtuoso was chosen at a live-to-air event from the Artsound recording studio last Sunday afternoon (20 October). She is Mila Haydon, a fifteen-year-old violinist who wants to be a concert soloist. She enchanted listeners, the small live audience and the two adjudicators with her dramatic renditions of Tchaikovsky’s Meditations and Matthew […]
For more information on the aims on the campaign please see here. Welcome to ArtSound We have not asked you for help for a long time. I need to convey to all our listeners and the Canberra community as a whole, that ArtSound stands at a defining moment in its history as we try to […]
The current ArtSound course in radio craft began during August. It is running for 10 weeks, and is covering many aspects of community-radio presentation and production. Topics include introduction to community radio, legal issues relating to broadcasting, what makes a good program within the context of ArtSound, interviewing on air and in the production of […]
