In Harmony with Piedmont Opera

Entering his 20th year as artistic director for Piedmont Opera, Jamie Allbritten joins us for a conversation about how he developed a love of opera, his relationship with our community and the fascinating story about first meeting his wife.  Plus, he shares the details on the upcoming season of performances and how they're navigating the renovations at the Stevens Center   Donate to Piedmont Opera...

She is culinary royalty in our city and now Mary Haglund joins the podcast to share what she's been up to since leaving the restaurant business.  Of course, we do get nostalgic about Mary's in this episode.  Later, we discuss Dinner with Divas on August 12th, the event on which she and Piedmont Opera are partnering.  As many of you know, Mary is a fierce advocate of the arts and the artists behind...

Just before setting off on a new musical journey, Dr. John McKeever joins us to talk about his time as assistant conductor of Piedmont Opera.  Plus, how did his path toward becoming a conductor begin and what exactly was he responsible for in that that role?  Finally, as he prepares to leave the Triad, what will he miss most about living in Winston-Salem? Donate to Piedmont Opera: https://piedmont...

Jenna Anderson is the CEO of Jenna Sais Quoi LLC, an atelier focused on custom apparel, costumes, dancewear, and limited edition collections. She will be designing a dress for a patron who is attending the annual Magnolia Ball on May 20th. Take a listen to hear Jenna's courageous journey and you'll quickly understand why she's so good at what she does! WEBSITE: https://www.jsqdesigns.com Donate to...

Lindsey Allen returns to the podcast to discuss upcoming events, performances and summer camps with the PIedmont Youth Chorus.  For tickets, information or to register for their amazing summer camp experience, please visit piedmontopera.org or call 336-725-7101 Donate to Piedmont Opera: https://piedmontopera.secure.force.com/donate/?dfId=a0n3o00000N6R3PAAV See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Destinee was our wig and make up professional for Don Pasquale. She has an incredible background and is a graduate of UNCSA.  Tune in to learn more about her career path, the tricks of her trade and some interesting behind the scenes nuggets from the recent Piedmont Opera production. The time lapse of Brad's makeup can be found at Destinee's Instagram reel @destinee.steele_mua.  Her website is des...

Brad Smoak stars in the upcoming Piedmont Opera production of Don Pasquale.  Join us for a conversation about his history with music, the upcoming production and the challenges facing the artform.   Don Pasquale shows are coming up on March 17, 19 and 21.  Get your tickets NOW at piedmontopera.org   Donate to Piedmont Opera: https://piedmontopera.secure.force.com/donate/?dfId=a0n3o00000N6R3PAAV Se...

We continue our discussion about issues surrounding race and the experiences of people of color in the opera world.  On this episode, we're joined by The Reverend Kenneth A. Pettigrew... a preacher, liturgist, and community organizer.  Kenneth is a native of Winston-Salem and an emerging voice in progressive Christianity.  He also serves as the executive director of the Winston Lake Family YMCA Do...

Ms. Thompson began her musical studies as a violinist. During her time as a violinist, she played in regional symphony orchestras in Louisiana and Texas including, Galveston Symphony, The Woodlands Symphony Orchestra, Southeast Louisiana Symphony and Texas Music Festival Symphony Orchestra. Ms. Thompson decided to sing full-time after receiving a full scholarship to the prestigious Music Academy o...

This episode is an introduction to the Piedmont Youth Chorus, which is now a part of The Piedmont Opera.  We're visiting with Lindsey Allen, the director of education and outreach plus Will Muster from AM Erectors.  He's a board member, performer and sponsor with Piedmont Opera and the Piedmont Youth Chorus Donate to Piedmont Opera: https://piedmontopera.secure.force.com/donate/?dfId=a0n3o00000N6R...

Kristin Schwecke has been heralded as “A name to keep in mind…Her voice filled the house and dominated the stage. Simply spectacular! What a promising dramatic soprano!”  - Opera Lively Kristin is our guest for our second episode and she shares stories from her journey to becoming both a professional classical singer and a teacher with UNCSA.   Donate to Piedmont Opera: https://piedmontopera.secur...

Dr. Scott MacLeod is an accomplished singer spanning classical and musical theatre genres as well as an an associate professor of music at High Point University.  Dr. MacLeod plays Barone Douphol in the upcoming Piedmont Opera production of La Traviata on October 21, 23 and 25 Listen in for a conversation about La Traviata, Scott's love of the opera and how the artform is tackling current challeng...