The November 20th Lyrical Belles show at Knuckleheads is going to be a big one!  These three women are incredible artists: Nicole Springer, Katie Ziegler and Lauren Anderson are stellar musicians and amazing women!  You do not want to miss this show--learn more in today's episode. Hear about Nicole's experiences traveling the world, Katie's new life adventures and Lauren's appearance on The Voice airing now on NBC. Frank at Knuckleheads is kicking off the Thanksgiving holiday by throwing open the doors for FRANKSgiving: one ticket gets you in the door for all four stages!  Come celebrate with us next Thursday at 8 pm.  Tickets available at KnuckleheadsKC.com

Enjoy the continued Maestra series within the podcast: conversations with women conductors.  Four conductors collaborate to lead Carmen KC a women's choir performing a free concert of ELEMENTS on November 22 at 3 pm at Hillcrest Christian Church (11411 Quivira, Overland Park, KS) Dr. Sheri Cook Cunningham, Dr. Melissa Grady, Elizabeth Mulkey and Roxanne Martin bring their voices and their joy for music to this ensemble.  Learn more about the conductors, the music, and the women of the ensemble in this episode.

Sage Christie dropped a new concept album LITTLE DEATHS on October 24th.  This album is an exploration of life, love, grief, change, and finding home.  The orchestrations are fantastic and so fitting to each song; after recording the album five times, I think Sage really nailed it!  You are going to love it!   Listen to their lyrical and musical analysis along with some music theory easter eggs (wait for it!)

Music Theatre Heritage (MTH) here in Kansas City is performing RENT October 2-26. Listen in for a reminder of why this musical is one of only 10 ever to earn a Pulitzer Prize and hear from Mimi herself, Jazlyn Epps who plays the role at MTH this month.  You have one more weekend to see the show and believe me, it is worth it!!!!

Meet the three young women singing with the Lyrical Belles at Knuckleheads next Thursday, October 23rd at 8 pm. Brooke Mertz, Kirra Alexis and Haley Burke take the stage and you won't want to miss this vibrant young artists.

DeAnn Kinsch releases her new concept album on October 15th; enjoy this album review and DeAnn's inspiration behind the project and absolutely get tickets to her live album release at Knuckleheads on October 15th (tickets at Knuckleheadskc.com or at the door)   All music is played with permission by the artist.

In this episode I sit down with two artists and friends: Jillian Riscoe, based in Kansas City, and Kamber, based in Nashville.  These women are dedicated artists and dear friends; listen to our discussion about what it means to "make it" as a working musician and how friends make all the difference! Don't miss Jillian Riscoe's album release show at the Rino in North Kansas City on October 9th at 7:00 pm (tickets are $10 in advance at therinokc.com)

Saturday night's premiere of Rossini's La Cenerentola at the Kansas City Lyric Opera was nothing short of magical.  Hear this short review and run, don't walk, to get tickets to one of the two remaining performances on October 3rd and 5th.

The Kansas City Lyric Opera presents Rossini's La Cenerentola September 27-October 5th.  This epsiode will prepare you to fully enjoy this epic production full of gorgeous singing, incredible set design, and beautiful-page-turning backdrops!  In addition to hearing the synopsis and music to listen for in the production, enjoy an interview with Scenic Charge: Bethany Elliot.  Her energy will inspire you to embrace live art and the sensuality of opera.

Community! Winfield, KS has built an incredible community around the Walnut Valley Music Festival.  Learn more through the eyes of Elexa Dawson and come join the fun September 18-21 in Winfield, KS

Nothing helps a lesson stick better than a tune you can hum!!! This deep dive into my early background in musical theatre and the women of Sondheim's musicals is a blast from the past!

The Maestra series focuses on women on the podium; Dr. Jamila McWhirter, Professor of Choral Music Education at Middle Tennessee State University, invites you to join her ensemble next May 13-17, 2026 in Honolulu Hawaii to sing Vivaldi's Gloria in D Major.  Hear about her passion and grit as she shares her vision.

On September 6 at 6:30 pm Isaac Cates Music will present AFFIRMATIONS at the Church of the Resurrection in Leawood KS. Enjoy this behind the scenes perspective from several women involved in the event.  You'll hear from Allena Leah Ross and Kami Woodard and hear preview songs from Isaac Cates and Ordained, Callie Day, Alicia Peters-Jordan, Kami Woodard, Nicole Shaunte, and honored guest Oleta Adams.

A conversation with Seyko Groves from The Freedom Affair about the power of music, the joy of performance and the process of songwriting. Hear Seyko live on September 6 at the Crossroads Music Fest in Kansas City

Eboni Fondren's one woman show "Jazz: The Women Who Shaped Me" is a gem!  In this epsiode she shares her own background and musical influences, culminating in the show, as well as her own original music and future plans.

August triggers thoughts of back to school, so I reached out to some amazing artist educators to hear about their BIG GOALS.  Not only for their students, but for THEM! You will love hearing how they look to fill their bucket so they can inspire others!

Apothogothic returns with a look into the new scent of their reNew subscription series: WILDE.  Enjoy this conversation about the playlist, the scent, and the Oscar Wilde novel that inspired the scentstory!!!!

Let the Beauty of what you Love be what you DO! [RUMI] Get to know Amity a little better with stories about singing, swinging, swimming, cycling and running!  

Meet the artists performing live at Knuckleheads in Kansas City on July 24th.  Damaris, Sage Christie and Elexa Dawson join me to discuss their music, projects and the excitement of playing in the Gospel Lounge at Knuckleheads.  Get your tickets at KnuckleheadsKC.com

Peggy Seeger dropped the new album TELEOLOGY on May 2nd, in addition to an album review you will learn a little more about the entire Seeger family of musicians.