A Toast to The Arts

Hawaii Volcanoes Artist-in-Residence - Composer Glenn McClure on Big Blend Radio

Composer Glenn McClure is the National Parks Arts Foundation’s (NPAF) 2018-9 Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Artist-in-Residence, where he will spend thirty days working closely with park rangers, scientists and indigenous musicians to create new music that tells the story of the science and history of their volcanos. The music generated in this residency builds upon a larger body of McClure’s work with the European Space Agency, the National Science Foundation’s Antarctic program, and other music/science collaborations. It also builds upon his life-long advocacy for the environment that has included musical compositions, K12 arts programs, and multiple concerts with folksinger, Pete Seeger. Tanya Ortega, Founder of NPAF, also joins the discussion. More at www.ArtForBrains.com and www.NationalParksArtsFoundation.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

YUNA - New York City Acoustic Duo YAGULL on Big Blend Radio

The New York City acoustic duo Yagull represents an ethereal beauty that takes you on a transformative journey. Throughout the course of the band’s discography, Sasha Markovic and Kana Kamitsubo have smoothly blended the guitar and piano, respectively, to produce exquisite splendor in melody and mood. “Yuna,” the band's newest endeavor, was created and recorded over a period of two years. Apart from one track, Sasha and Kana are the only musicians on the album - a departure from previous efforts. It is a truly intimate recording for the couple, and this is immediately evident as the aural gorgeousness flows over the senses. www.Yagull.comThis episode is sponsored by www.NationalParksArtsFoundation.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Art in Public Spaces - Artist Victoria Chick on Big Blend Radio

Contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick discusses the history and benefits of art in public spaces. See her article on public art here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/art-in-public-places/Featured music is ‘Heart of the City’ by Tucson-based singer-songwriter www.WallyLawder.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brat and the Kids of Warriors - Author Michael Joseph Lyons on Big Blend Radio

Author Michael Joseph Lyons discusses his adventurous new novel "Brat and the Kids of Warriors" for tweens and teens, that brings life to the culture of our military families, borrowing scenes from his own military family upbringing. www.MichaelJosephLyons.com Featured music is 'Beneath a Solemn Sky' by www.TheGunboatDiplomats.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adventure Album - Eliot Lewis on Big Blend Radio

Singer, songwriter multi-instrumentalist Eliot Lewis discusses his debut album “Adventure.” Eliot is a key member of the Daryl Hall & John Oates band and one of the original featured musicians on MTV's “Live From Daryl's House.” www.EliotLewis.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deep in the Water - Trial Attorney & Rebel Rocker Gary Douglas on Big Blend Radio

Rebel rocker and attorney Gary Douglas discusses his highly anticipated new album DEEP IN THE WATER. Gary is a Hall of Fame Trial Lawyer currently celebrating record-breaking settlements against chemical giant DuPont, on behalf of cancer victims and other plaintiffs. www.GaryDouglasBand.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chaco Culture NHP Artists-in-Residence - Chip & Kathy Beck and Tanya Ortega on Big Blend Radio

Award-winning combat artist and US Veteran Chip Beck and his wife Kathy, also an artist, discuss their artist-in-residence experience in Chaco Culture National Historical Park in Northern New Mexico. Plus, Tanya Ortega, Founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation, shares NPAF’s history and unique artist-in-residence programs. www.NationalParksArtsFoundation.org Featured music is "Chaco" by www.TallmenGroup.weebly.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fort Union Artist-in-Residence - Artist Alice Leese & Lorenzo Vigil on Big Blend Radio

Painter and rancher Alice Leese shares her National Parks Arts Foundation Artist-in-Residence experience at Fort Union National Monument in Northern Mexico! Plus, Lorenzo Vigil, Chief of Interpretation & Operations at Fort Union shares the Fort’s diverse history and visitor experience. More at www.AliceLeese.com, www.NPS.gov/foun and www.NationalParksArtsFoundation.org Featured music is "Horses & Cattle" by www.MikeMoutoux.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.