© 2024 WXXI Public Broadcasting, 280 State St. Rochester, NY 14614, (585) 325-7500
Celebrating 50 years on FM 91.5
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations
A collection of discussions between special guests and Music Director and midday host, Julia Figueras.

On Record with JoAnn Falletta, Rebecca Gilbert, and ROC Restorative - 11/21 & 11/23/19

There are journeys we take in life. Sometimes, we go through darkness to find light; sometimes we leave the light and descend into darkness. In the next Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra concerts, we will do both. Guest conductor JoAnn Falletta, Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and RPO Principal Flute Rebecca Gilbert joined Julia Figueras to talk about those musical journeys in a program of Tailleferre, Berlioz, and former Eastman School of Music professor Christopher Rouse. Also joining the conversation: Kevin Wade and Byron Bounds, both participants in ROC Restorative, the dedicatee of the concerto performance. 

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.