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A collection of discussions between special guests and Music Director and midday host, Julia Figueras.

On Record with Ward Stare: Mahler 7

Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Music director Ward Stare told City Paper that Mahler's Symphony No. 7 is "... a weird symphony. Embrace the weirdness." And so he and Julia Figueras did, in a Mahler-sized podcast, with a dash of Wagner thrown in for good measure. So go ahead. Embrace it.

A Strong Memorial baby and Greece Arcadia grad, Julia Figueras was the Music Director and mid-day host for WXXI Classical until June 30, 2023 when she retired after more than 26 years of service. She also hosted the award-winning monthly interview/performance show, Backstage Pass.