Classical Music for everyone! The Open Notes Podcast is the place for anybody interested in Classical Music to learn more, from newbies to seasoned veterans. Open Notes features interviews with Fort Collins Symphony musicians, soloists and composers, interactive program notes, and discussions about topics in classical music. Co-Hosted by Norman Menzales (Principal Flute, Marketing & Community Engagement Director) and Alyssa Roggow (Education and Patron Development Director). Sponsored by the…
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Welcome to another episode of the Open Notes podcast! In our recent conversation, we discussed various ways classical music can show up in communities. Today, we’re turning our focus to our own community, and we’ll be exploring the impact of the arts right here in Fort Collins. To discuss this, we’re joined by FoCo Creates Grant Program Administrator, Solara Clark. Support the show
Classical music has been around for centuries, but in a rapidly changing world, many arts organizations are asking an important question how do we keep the music meaningful, engaging, and relevant for today's audiences? At the Fort Collins Symphony, that's something we think about every day as we work to connect our community with live music and create experiences that resonate across generations.…
We’re kicking off today’s podcast with a new episode in our mini series Your Guide to the Orchestra’s Instruments. It’s one of the most well known instruments in the Orchestra. It has so many different sound possibilities. It’s known to be an extremely virtuosic instrument. It’s an extraordinary solo instrument and ensemble instrument. It’s not a bird, or a plane...it’s the violin! To help us…
Today we’re thrilled to chat with Portuguese-Canadian clarinetist Wesley Ferreira, the featured guest artist for our Signature Concert 5: Rhythms of Diversity and Energy on Saturday, May 2nd at 7:30pm. He will be performing Daniel Frieberg’s Jazz Clarinet Concerto Latin American Chronicles. He's an internationally recognized soloist, chamber musician, and educator. He has performed across North…
How has film music evolved the past 100 years? To answer that, we’re excited to chat with Dan Obluda. He’s an instructor of music at Colorado State University where teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in music history and music theory. One of Dan’s specialties is in film music, he teaches courses on film music at Colorado State University and has an extensive background in film music…
Today we’re thrilled to chat with internationally acclaimed marimbist Ji Su Jung, the featured guest artist for our Signature Concert 4: Vibrations from Nature and Tradition on March 7th and 8th. She’ll be performing Kevin Puts’ Marimba Concerto! Support the show
Today, we’re thrilled to chat with pianist Bryan Wallick. Bryan chats with us about what it takes to balance virtuosity and musical expression as a musician. Bryan also talks about his synesthesia and how it effects his view of music. Bryan is the guest artist for the Fort Collins Symphony’s Signature Concert 3: Spotlights in Drama and Virtuosity, where he’ll perform Franz Liszt’s Piano Concerto…
Today, we’re excited to chat with composer Alex LaMotte! Alex LaMotte is the winner of the Fort Collins Symphony’s 2025 Composer Competition. His original orchestral piece, Land of Open Skies, was selected for its vivid orchestration, emotional depth, and evocative storytelling. Support the show
If you’ve peered your eyes to the back of the orchestra, you’ll see all these shiny brass instruments. Well, one of those in particular may stand out the most — it’s shiny, it’s coiled, it has this unmistakable rich and mellow sound. To help us explore this amazing instrument, we’re joined by one of our very own FCS musicians, french horn player Ayo Derbyshire. Support the show
Today we’re joined by the featured guest artist for our upcoming Signature Concert 2 on Saturday, November 8th, at 7:30pm. She’ll be performing Knoxville: Summer of 1915 by Samuel Barber. We are so excited to welcome soprano Dr. Stefanie Anduri! Stefanie has been teaching voice for over 15 years, performing across three continents, and giving workshops and presentations all around the world.…