Artbeat Radio

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!   In today's episode, we feature MAP artist, Coy Barker, and share a little bit about his background, his interests, and his musical process. Plus, you'll get to hear some of his original collaborative beat projects. Thank you to Coy Barker, Jillian Anderson, and Kaitlyn Johanson for this amazing episode! Thanks for listening, and tune in next time!  Follow u...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today is our album release day! This episode shares some behind the scenes knowledge about our new album titled, "Being Back". In this episode, we go through the album, piece by piece, and Brian shares a little bit of information about each composition. The album is available for download on all music streaming services! Thanks for listening, and tune in ne...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!    Today, we hear some clips of original tunes that our program in San Diego has been working on. Which one is your favorite?  Thank you to the artists, Jillian Anderson, Claire Feth, Jonathan Garcia, Kaitlyn Johanson, Peter Marchesini, and Sarah Shaw.   Thanks for listening and tune in next time!   Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio   For more information about ou...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!   Today, we bring you behind the scenes and give you a little introduction to some of our Artbeat Radio team- the ART Center crew! We had some technical difficulties with our microphone toward the middle, but don’t worry! Our editor, Christie Pagan, let us know.   Thank you to Brian Corder, Patti Longo, Christie Pagan, Matthew Campano, Aaron Francis, and Eric Recilla...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! In this episode, we will focus on a movie that is currently being produced by the EPI service users and led by drama instructor Imani. The movie in question is a recreation of Jack and the Beanstalk and other fairy tales. The service users in Imani's drama class helped brainstorm some interview questions to ask Imani related to a track that she, the service users...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!   In this month's installment of the Special Needs Talk Show, our host Jillian sits down with artist and friend, Jonathan, to talk about his passions, role models, and friendship! Thanks for listening and tune in next time!     Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio   For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.ableartswork.org  

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!   In February, we had the pleasure of interviewing musician, beatboxer, TikTok star, and past employee of Able ARTS Work, Paige Zilba! CECA, San Diego, and ART Center all gathered virtually to conduct this interview together. Listen in as we learn about how Paige started beatboxing, her journey through social media, and some memories that she has of working at Able A...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This is part two of us celebrating National Disability Awareness Month! Listen in as we celebrate by speaking with the Able ARTS Work community. Brian Corder took the lead and interviewed peers from all programs, asking them about themselves as a person, what their interests are, what they like about day program, and what they think about disability awareness month....

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Did you know that March is National Disability Awareness Month? Listen in as we celebrate by speaking with the Able ARTS Work community. Brian Corder took the lead and interviewed peers from all programs, asking them about themselves as a person, what their interests are, what they like about day program, and what they think about disability awareness month. In this...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! On today's episode, we listen in to the first episode of The Special Needs Talk Show! Our San Diego location created a talk show and interviewed two people on their hobbies and artwork. What should we do next? Let us know! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information, please visit our website, ableartswork.org

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! This is a silly story that the EPI service users wrote with the help of a story generator. The EPI service users provided creative direction for all background music, sound effects, types of fish, and finishing touches on the story. We hope you enjoy this made-up dramatic story about one of our favorite topics – sea life! Thank you to Greco A, Rudy A, Carlos C, Eliza...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! In this week's episode, we are re-uploading our popular “Podcasting 101” episode, now with video if you listen on Spotify! The podcast production team at Able ARTS Work San Diego introduces themselves, their team roles, and a little bit about them personally. As they gear up to start bringing you their talk show-style episodes this spring, let them take you on a litt...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! We present to you, The News You Can Use! Listen in as Brian Corder and Eric Recillas share some top news stories. They cover sports, disability news, advances in technology, and some strange news involving ketchup.  Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio to keep up to date with our current episodes! Thanks for listening and tune in next time!

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today we talk to two small business owners about their journeys and what it takes to own a small business. Our very own, Stephanie from our San Diego location goes in depth about how she manages her bracelet business, Embracelets. We also got an opportunity to speak with art instructor, Marisol about her art business!  For purchases, or to see her work, reach ou...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today you’ll hear animal expert Jack Medved share facts about three animal species: hippos, pangolins, and whales. All three of these animals have their international holidays in the month of February. Listen and learn with Jack in preparation of celebrating World Hippo Day (2/15), World Pangolin Day (2/18), and World Whale Day (2/19). Follow us on instagram @artbeat...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!  In this week's episode, the podcast production team at Able ARTS Work San Diego introduces themselves, their team roles, and a little bit about them personally. As they gear up to start bringing you their talk show-style episodes this spring, let them take you on a little behind the scenes journey as the give you a quick tutorial on the steps to creating a grea...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!  We are releasing our second album EP titled, Being Back. This will come to the music streaming platform of your choice very soon, but until then, we wanted to give our dedicated listeners a little peek of what they can expect. In this episode, Eric Recillas introduces each song and gives you a peek into what is to come. Thanks for listening and tune in nex...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!  On today’s episode, you’ll hear a track created by EPI’s drama class. The track is called “Ourhestra” and is based on a poem by Shel Silverstein. The ideas and sounds you hear on this track were created using pre-recorded sounds on Garageband, and orchestrated by the EPI service users   Collaborators on this episode: service users Rudy A, Jermaine F,...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!  Today we say goodbye to 2022! Listen in as we share some general facts about the year, accomplishments from able arts work, interview each other about next year’s goals, and even share our blooper reel from the past few months! Let us know what your favorite memory of 2022 was! Thank you to Brian Corder, Eric Recillas, Lisa Mellow, Ricky Parral, Nancy Terrey, S...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!  Today, CECA’s Star Club takes us through the holiday season. Listen in as they discuss holiday treats, movies, and Disneyland before sharing some of their favorite winter songs. At the end of this episode, you'll get a glimpse into the world of Neurologic Music Therapy, as some of our service users share what they've been working on in sessions. Thanks for list...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!  ART Center had the amazing vocational opportunity to participate in The Inclusive Theater Festival this year. They Zoomed in from Long Beach to Chicago to share what they had been working on for the past semester in their Shakespeare class, performing monologues in costume from Taming of the Shrew, and participating in a panel for questions about their process....

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today we hear from Nancy Terrey, the producer of this week’s episode! Listen in as Nancy shares her passion for knitting, tells us some history, and even shares how to support her!  Thanks for listening and tune in next time! For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.ableartswork.org  Audio Transcription: (Please listen...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Today's episode features musical creations from the Music Studio and Music Literacy classes at Able ARTS Work San Diego. You'll be hearing an original Music Literacy rock and roll composition based on the Shel Silverstein poem "Rock N Roll Band", as well as original collaborative beat creations from Music Studio. We hope you enjoy the show! Featuring: Jillian An...

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! in this episode, EPI student Carlos Arredondo will ask EPI art instructors Dezcjon and Marissa some questions about the most recent exhibition, the CORE show. The CORE show was a big deal for EPI service users; it was the first show for those who are participating in in-person services to get to work with their peers and instructors on all pieces together in person....

Welcome back to Artbeat Radio!  We had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Johnny Rico, an incredible Bruno Mars impersonator! Johnny met with our San Diego location over Zoom and also answered some of ART Center’s pre-recorded video questions. Please listen in as he shares his journey with finding his passion as an impersonator. You can find more information about Johnny at www.bruno...