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Backstage Pass with the Eastman Double Reeds - 12/8/16

Top row L-R Randy Fultz, John Uchal, Andrew Blanke, Elliot Lichtenberg, Debra Loh. Bottom row Blaire Koerner, Liz Rosa, Ivy Carpenter
Top row L-R Randy Fultz, John Uchal, Andrew Blanke, Elliot Lichtenberg, Debra Loh. Bottom row Blaire Koerner, Liz Rosa, Ivy Carpenter

This year, we celebrate the season with the Eastman Double Reeds.  Four oboists and four bassoonists join us in Studio B to play their own arrangements of holiday hits and more.  Join host Julia Figueras for a festive hour on Thursday, December 8 at 1 PM. The show repeats on Sunday, December 18 at 1 PM.

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.