Episode Details

In this episode, we hear about Chamber Music Pittsburgh's upcoming Mainstage series concert with cellist Thomas Mesa and pianist Michelle Cann. The duo is set to perform a captivating program featuring works by Debussy, Shostakovich, and a new voice in classical music, composer Kevin Day. They will also be performing a work by Andrea Casarrubios, which was featured on the duo's critically acclaimed album "Our Stories". Tommy and Michelle talk about their connections to their Cuban and Caribbean roots, the importance of spotlighting emerging voices in classical music, and their passion for breaking down barriers. Both laureates of the renowned Sphinx Organization, which elevates Black and Latin composers, performers, musicians and artists, they also talk about their work with the organization. You can see Michelle Cann and Thomas Mesa live in concert as a part of Chamber Music Pittsburgh's Mainstage concert series on January 20th at 7:30 pm at the PNC Theater. Visit https://www.chambermusicpittsburgh.org/tommymesa-michellecann/ to learn more and find tickets. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our region. Whether you're passionate about classical music, film, theater, opera, or local music, we’re here to bring you closer to the heart of Pittsburgh's local arts scene. Don’t miss our musician interviews, the latest local music news, and performing arts insights from across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region.  Subscribe and follow to stay connected with the vibrant voices shaping Pittsburgh’s creative community. Visit https://www.wqed.org/ to see what else WQED is doing in our community. Until next time, keep supporting the arts and keep listening to Voice of the Arts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.