A Toast to The Arts

Birdsong at Morning - Singer-Songwriter Alan Williams on Big Blend Radio

Led by singer/songwriter Alan Williams, along with compatriots Darleen Wilson (guitar) and Greg Porter (bass), and a host of new and old collaborators, Birdsong At Morning spins elegant tapestries of sound, words, and music. Alan Williams discusses their new album “Signs and Wonders” that features 10 original compositions by Alan, and an inventive (and timely) interpretation of Supertramp's “The Logical Song.” www.BirdSongatMorning.com This episode was sponsored by www.NationalParksArtsFoundation.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun - Lance Laber & Scott Owen on Big Blend Radio

DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. It is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year such as the 2 two current exhibits, DeGrazia’s Desert Dwellings and ‘DeGrazia’s Chickens.’ Every year, from November - April, the Little Gallery opens up to the public with a series of visiting artists showing their work. This Big Blend Radio segment features Executive Director Lance Laber, as well as silversmith / jewelry designer Scott Owen who will be showing his work from Feb. 10-Feb. 27, 2019. www.DeGrazia.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yuma Art Center & Historic Yuma Theatre - Lindsay Benacka on Big Blend Radio

Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Yuma, Arizona, the Yuma Art Center & Historic Theatre is host to a number of visual and performing arts events, shows, and educational programs. Arts & Culture Program Manager Lindsay Benacka discusses some of the upcoming fall and winter shows, special events and performances. More at www.YumaArtCenter.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Big Blend Radio: Artists Denesa Chan and Gavin Mulvay in Dry Tortugas National Park

Award-winning filmmaker and nature photographer Denesa Chan and New Zealand born wind flight engineer, environmental activist and extreme conditions trekker specialist Gavin Mulvay, discuss their recent month National Parks Arts Foundation residency at Dry Tortugas National Park. Plus, Park Ranger Curtis Hall provides an overview of the park’s history, nature and visitor experience. Info:www.NationalParksArtsFoundation.org www.NPS.gov/drto www.DenesaChanPhotography.com Featured music is ‘Silver Ghost’ by www.JamesSaundersMusician.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vocalist Joan Hammel on Big Blend Radio

Award winning vocalist Joan Hammel discusses her music career and residencies. Joan was the singer on America recorded after 9-11. It can currently be heard on the website for the Flight 93 Memorial in California, and has been chosen to be included in the Artist Registry for the National 9-11 Memorial in New York City. She was selected as an Artist-in-Residence for the National Park Service during their Centennial Year, spending weeks in the National Parks writing new music. www.JoanHammel.com This episode is sponsored by www.NationalParksArtsFoundation.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Lips - Kwame Binea Shakedown on Big Blend Radio

Roots rocker Kwame Binea returns to Big Blend Radio with the band’s new single ‘Happy Lips’. Kwame Binea Shakedown released their debut LP (Roots Rock N Universal Love) in the summer of 2017. The Album includes a stellar collaboration with Grammy award winning Guitarist/Producer Vernon Reid, the title song “ Universal Love” produced by Reid and written by Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame inductee Jimmy Cliff. www.KwameBineaShakedown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singer-songwriter Nicki Kris on Big Blend Radio

Raleigh, North Carolina based singer-songwriter Nicki Kris joins Big Blend Radio with her latest two singles “Heartbeat” and “Rise”. Nicki delivers a unique blend of dynamic songwriting and powerhouse vocal chops creating crossover appeal in multiple areas. She has explored various musical styles over the past few years which has awarded her multiple Official Grammy Ballot placements in several categories for songwriting and performance, as well as several film/TV placements, and multiple songwriting awards. www.NickiKris.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

River of Secrets - Mystery Author Roger Johns on Big Blend Radio

Award-winning mystery author Roger Johns discusses his second book, River of Secrets. Based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the story follows Detective Hartman as she works to solve the murder of an infamous politician, and has to find her way out of a very sticky situation. www.RogerJohnsBooks.com Featured music is “Bottom of the Bayou” from the album “Second Shot” by Jon Roniger & The Good for Nothin’ Band - www.TheGoodForNothinBand.com Thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode - www.NationalParksArtsFoundation.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.