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Insights and anecdotes from musicians, dancers, artists, actors and directors, as well as audience response.

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Latest Episodes

Third Presbyterian Church's Spring 2026 Music at Third series continues with "Ché Bandonéon!" Music Director Lenny Young joined QED's Anna Singer live to talk about the program.

The bandonéon is the instrument of the tango, a concertina instrument w... more

Running at Contemporary Craft right now is Peregrination, the art of Chinese Canadian artist Xiaojing Yan. Contemporary Craft’s Director of Visual Engagement Yu-San Cheng spoke with QED’s Melissa Black about the exhibition.

Born in Jiangsu, China, X... more

Can business be creative? WQED producer Nick Zaller sat down with owner and Creative Director of The Boredom Set Coffee Company, Q, to chat about how much artistic expression is involved in running a coffee business.

Q talks about the message behind... more

The Pittsburgh Symphony plays Bruckner's Eighth Symphony this weekend! Music Director Manfred Honeck joined Jim Cunningham live on the QED Morning Show to talk about the program.

Maestro Honeck discusses the questions surrounding death that Bruckner... more

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Rodolfo Zanetti
Prominent Bandonéon player from Argentina
Performer
Episode: Music at Third - Ché Bandonéon!
Yu-San Cheng
Director of Visual Engagement at Contemporary Craft
Contemporary Craft
Episode: Contemporary Craft - Peregrination: Xiaojing Yan
Jesse Nager
Broadway performer known for roles in Mamma Mia, Good Vibrations, Mary Poppins, and more.
Episode: Three Rivers Young Peoples Orchestras - Jesse Nager and Brian Worsdale
Davóne Tines
Renowned vocalist known for his engaging performance style and virtuosic singing.
Episode: Ruckus with Davóne Tines - “What is Your Hand in This?”
Paul Thornell
Great-great-great-grandson of John B. Vashon, attorney and advocate
Episode: Pittsburgh Honors the Vashon Family Legacy for Black History Month 2026
Eric Barchiesi
Attorney and Jazz Piano Player
Episode: Greensburg Civic Theatre - Godspell
Holden Seward
Performer singing the role of Publio
Carnegie Mellon University
Episode: Mozart's La Clemenza di Tito at Carnegie Mellon University
Isabelle Hoyou
Performer singing the role of Annio
Carnegie Mellon University
Episode: Mozart's La Clemenza di Tito at Carnegie Mellon University
Jihyon Baig
Performer singing the role of Servilia
Carnegie Mellon University
Episode: Mozart's La Clemenza di Tito at Carnegie Mellon University

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Giovanni Mori
Host of Voice of the Arts.
Jim Cunningham
Host of Voice of the Arts.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Yin’s Need This Podcast

    WQED is The Voice of the Arts in Pittsburgh and these easy-to-digest episodes give listeners a taste of the Brugh’s finest cultural amenities, attractions, and special events. Monitor the show weekly for unique and memorable content from a team committed to supporting the community’s non-profit arts organizations.

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    Pittsburgh Jon
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  • Gem of a podcast for Pgh cultural scene

    This is a great way to stay up to date on the cultural scene around the Pittsburgh region. WQED FM hosts, led by Jim Cunningham and Anna Singer, interview a wide variety of creative types and cultural influencers to hear their insights and anecdotes. With exclusive interviews, Voice of the Arts connects listeners with local talent, leaders and scene-makers, as well as national and international artists who come to town.

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    Steele_City
    United States7 years ago

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Feedback often emphasizes the enriching experience the content provides for those wanting to stay updated on local and national artistic discussions.
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Contemporary Craft - Peregrination: Xiaojing Yan
Q: What's something that you hope they will take away from the artwork or that they will learn or experience while they're going through the exhibition?
I hope visitors will focus on the materiality of the pieces and understand the nuanced relationship between migration and material culture.
Contemporary Craft - Peregrination: Xiaojing Yan
Q: How's the community response been? How's the attendance been?
The community response has been very positive, with a good turnout during the opening weekend and encouraging feedback from visitors.
Contemporary Craft - Peregrination: Xiaojing Yan
Q: What is she bringing to Contemporary Craft with this exhibition? What's the message that she's trying to convey with Peregrination?
Xiaojing Yan's exhibition conveys the message of how identity evolves over time through cultural shifts, adaptation, and memory.
Chatham Baroque Presents The Lisette Project: Haitian Creole Music
Q: How did you yourself become interested in singing?
I come from a very musical family; both my parents were musicians and encouraged my musical journey.
Chatham Baroque Presents The Lisette Project: Haitian Creole Music
Q: How did you get interested in this subject?
I got interested in it about, you know, a little under ten years ago now, looking for classical music from Haiti and came across this text.

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What is Voice of the Arts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Featuring a rich tapestry of voices from the arts community, the content provides insights and anecdotes from a diverse array of musicians, dancers, artists, actors, and directors. Episodes cover a variety of themes, from discussions surrounding significant performances to explorations of the emotional impact of art on communities. One noteworthy aspect is the strong connection to local Pittsburgh culture, highlighting both regional talent and national figures, making it a unique resource for those interested in the interplay between the arts and the local context. This focus on community engagement and cultural enhancement through the arts is likely to resonate with listeners passionate about the performing arts and the stories behind them... more

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2. Yu-San Cheng
3. Jesse Nager
4. Davóne Tines
5. Paul Thornell
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7. Holden Seward
8. Isabelle Hoyou

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