© 2026 WXXI Public Broadcasting, 280 State St. Rochester, NY 14614, (585) 325-7500
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations
Every day there are exciting things going on in Rochester's cultural arts community. Classical 91.5 hosts collaborate with and create highlights of various arts organizations, musicians and artists in and around our community.

Vegetables aren't just for eating...

Vegetables and tools on display for a July performance of the Long Island Vegetable Orchestra
The New York Times
Vegetables and tools on display for a July performance of the Long Island Vegetable Orchestra

Oboists may complain about making their own reeds, but imagine having to make your entire instrument every time you perform! That's exactly what the musicians of the Long Island Vegetable Orchestra have to do. 

Read more about this unique approach to music: Cue the Carrots! Strike Up the Squash!

Visit their website here. CBS did a piece on the Vienna Vegetable Orchestra--check that out here.