Suzanne Nance and Julian Perkins cooking

A Sunday Brunch Recipe from PBO’s Julian Perkins

Sunday Brunch host Suzanne Nance loves to gather with friends and family around the brunch table, sharing food, music, and memories. This Sunday, November 5, she’s joined on Sunday Brunch by Portland Baroque Orchestra’s Artistic Director Julian Perkins, and Julian has a special treat he would love to share with YOU!

We are delighted to pass on Julian’s recipe for Sticky Fried Goo-Goo. Similar to Rice Krispies Treats, this dessert is an Oxford birthday celebration favorite. Bon appétit!

Download the full recipe here, and be sure to tune in to Sunday Brunch every Sunday from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT. There’s always room at the brunch table!


Suzanne Nance and Julian Perkins cooking
Suzanne Nance & Julian Perkins cooking

Sticky Fried Goo-Goo

Ingredients:

  • 10.5 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 14 oz. marshmallows
  • 6.5 oz. dairy-free toffee
  • 1 Tbsp golden syrup
  • 3.5 cups Rice Krispies (you can judge it by eye)
  • 3 full-sized mars bars
  • 3 Tbsp of double cream

Line a 9x13in (or similar-sized) baking dish with plastic wrap.

In a large saucepan over a low heat, add the butter, marshmallows, toffee, and golden syrup. Gently melt everything down and mix well. When all the ingredients have melted and are evenly blended, add the rice krispies. As gently as you can so as not to crush too many rice krispies, mix everything with a large metal spoon so that the rice krispies are covered well with the marshmallow mixture. It will be very sticky! When judging how many rice krispies you will need, you do not want the finished mixture to be too runny. If so, add more. Ideally, you want the marshmallow mixture to just cover the rice krispies, not swamp them.

Tip everything into the prepared baking tray and flatten the krispies mixture out using the back of the spoon. Pop in the fridge for a good twenty minutes.

While the ‘sticky fried goo goo’ is chilling, put the mars bars and cream into a small pan and gently melt down. Take the goo goo out of the fridge and pour the melted mars bars over the top.  Put back into the fridge and leave for a good two hours to set. Cut into squares and enjoy!


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John Pitman Review: Plínio Fernandes’s ‘Bacheando’

Plínio Fernandes is a London-based Brazilian guitarist who has just released his second album. Bacheando explores the long-established influence of Bach’s music on Brazilian composers. Chief among them is Heitor Villa-Lobos (1887-1959), whose series titled Bachianas Brazileiras fuse the Baroque-age forms of Bach with the rhythm and styles of Brazilian music. 

He recently spoke to All Classical Radio host John Pitman about his latest album, Bacheando.

Fernandes performs examples of these, but also shares further explorations, such as Bachianinha 1 & 2 by Paulinho Nogueira; and an almost direct “answer” to Bach’s Prelude, Fugue and Allegro, in a work by Sérgio Assad, who has been a mentor to Fernandes for many years.

John chats with this remarkable guitarist about the music, the people who have been an inspiration, and on reconnecting with Brazilian culture while living in London:


Plínio Fernandes’s Bacheando is available now on Decca Gold.


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All Classical Exhibit at Oregon Historical Society

As we continue to celebrate our exciting 40th anniversary, we are proud to announce a brand new All Classical Radio exhibit is now open at the Oregon Historical Society (OHS)! This vibrant display takes visitors on a journey through our rich history, showcasing pivotal moments and the creative individuals who have made All Classical what it is today.

All Classical Radio: Orchestrating Magic for 40 Years runs October 2023 through January 28, 2024, at OHS (1200 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205). We invite you to visit and immerse yourself in the story of our station.

As we reflect on our past four decades, we’re filled with gratitude for your support. We look forward to many more years of celebrating classical music and the arts with you, on the radio and in the community.


ABOUT

Broadcast for the first time in 1983, All Classical has touched the lives of millions of radio listeners over the last 40 years through the power of music and the arts. With listeners across the USA and streaming from over 100 countries, All Classical Radio has grown from our humble beginnings: All Classical is now the highest ranked classical radio station for market share in the country (Nielsen Audio).

With this exhibit, we invite you to revisit the station’s history and all who made it possible and to celebrate the beloved radio hosts, unique musical programs, and groundbreaking outreach initiatives that have made this region’s classical music radio station a leader in the classical music and public radio industries, and a cornerstone of our regional creative community.

All Classical Radio: Orchestrating Magic for 40 Years at Oregon Historical Society

The Oregon Historical Society is dedicated to making Oregon’s long, rich history visible and accessible to all. For more than a century, OHS has served as the state’s collective memory, gathering and preserving a vast collection of artifacts, photographs, films, manuscripts, books, and oral histories. OHS exists because history is powerful, and because a history as deep and rich as Oregon’s cannot be contained within a single story or point of view.

Stop by OHS or learn more at ohs.org.


John Pitman Review: Carlos Simon's 'Together'

John Pitman Review: Carlos Simon’s ‘Together’

Composer Carlos Simon has received numerous awards and nominations for works such as 2021’s Requiem for the Enslaved. He recently spoke to All Classical Radio host John Pitman about his latest album Together, a 10-track project that came about from the desire to simply make music with friends and colleagues, after the long period of separation during the pandemic.

Among these friends is soprano J’Nai Bridges, who sings Simon’s arrangement of the hymn Near the Cross, as well as the opening track, Prayer. Carlos tells John “because…always begin with a prayer.”), Violinist Randall Goosby joins the composer in Simon’s achingly beautiful rendition of Amazing Grace.

Hear John’s full interview with Carlos Simon, woven with music excerpts from Together:


Together by Carlos Simon is available now on Decca Classics. Purchase the album and learn more at carlossimonmusic.com.


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New Look, Same Station: All Classical Radio

Since 1983 this station has provided a constant source of music, inspiration, and joy for listeners in Portland, OR, and around the world. As we celebrate 40 years of community-minded, community-funded service, we are proud to reintroduce ourselves as All Classical Radio. With a bold new look and logo, and exciting initiatives on the horizon, we remain committed to sharing outstanding music and cultural programming in the years ahead.

All Classical Radio is your station. We are proud to be the Pacific Northwest’s most accessible and wide-reaching resource for outstanding music, arts, and cultural programs, and we will continue to serve as a trusted source for classical music enthusiasts, a beacon for community connection, and a platform for talented musicians and artists of all ages. For forty years, listener support has built and sustained this service. Together with our community, we continue to build together, and the future is bright!

A web banner announcing All Classical Radio's new logo and brand

ABOUT THE NEW LOOK

A vibrant visual universe for a vibrant radio station

All Classical Radio’s refreshed brand represents an exciting alignment with the station’s expansive geographic reach and impact, and our commitment to serving all listeners. The new logo and accompanying visual universe were inspired by the 20th Century Orphic Cubism Art movement, which sees art as the unification of sensation and color.

The logo is a joyful, minimalist representation of everything that makes All Classical Radio so unique. In the “C”, you may see sound waves, a record, an audience, a concert hall, a spotlight shining on our artists–and we hope you will see yourself, the community of listeners who support this service and make everything we do possible.

All Classical Radio’s President and CEO, Suzanne Nance, shares, “We are honored to be recognized as a leader in public media, for high rankings in listenership as well as our innovative programming on the air and in the community. This brand alignment reflects our flourishing global reach and our welcoming hometown touch, and positions the station to improve its accessibility and visual recognition, especially in the digital media landscape.

“We remain committed to enhancing lives and breaking down barriers to classical music; welcoming all people and all communities to experience the power of the arts on All Classical. It’s the same wonderful station listeners have grown to love over the past four decades, with a new vibrant look!”

All Classical Radio's new logo and brand

All Classical Radio’s new logo and look were developed in partnership with boutique creative consultancy – Hyper Beau.

Read the complete brand alignment press release.

View All Classical Radio’s new logo.


TO THE NEXT 40 YEARS

Join All Classical Radio in recognizing our 40th anniversary this year, and watch this space to learn more about exciting initiatives on the horizon, including: a comprehensive website redesign (fall 2023), a retrospective exhibit to be displayed at the Oregon Historical Society (beginning October 2023), and All Classical Radio’s move to our new headquarters at the KOIN Tower in downtown Portland (early 2024). Learn more about our relocation or make a contribution to the capital campaign.


Thank you for supporting this service of music, companionship, kindness, and joy.


All Classical Radio: Frequently Asked Questions


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John Pitman Review: Andrew Brownell’s ‘Shades of Night’

Andrew Brownell is a pianist and former Portlander who, in the mid-1990s would occasionally stop by the All Classical studios for an interview with John Pitman. Often, Andrew would play something on the piano, or accompany violinist Nicholas Crosa (now part of Pink Martini), for an upcoming recital.

Brownell recently stopped by for a chat with John about his latest album, “Shades of Night,” available now on Divine Art. The pianist explores a time when the night was an antithesis to the clarity of an illumined day. In the especially fertile imaginations of the 19th- century Romantic composers, this was a time when the world gave itself over to mystery and magic. Brownell shares insight into his choices of repertoire, and the careful arrangement of them on the album, and how the pairings reveal secrets otherwise hidden, as though shielded from the light of the moon or campfire.

Hear their conversation below:

https://soundcloud.com/all-classical-portland/shades-of-night-andrew-brownell-jp-interview-feature?si=e7e3f6b4856e4408bf86a3d52ac75e78

“Shades of Night” is available now on Divine Art.


Spotlight: All Classical 40th Anniversary Celebrations

Celebrate All Classical’s 40th Birthday!

On August 1st, All Classical will celebrate 40 years of orchestrating magic! Since 1983, this station has provided an innovative classical soundtrack, broadcasting from the heart of the Pacific Northwest and now serving millions of listeners worldwide, from the Oregon Coast to Antarctica and beyond.

This community-funded radio station is here thanks to YOU, our listeners, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Celebrate All Classical's 40th Birthday!

With highlights on the radio, events at our station, and collaborations in the community, there are many ways to take part in our 40th anniversary. Read more below, and be sure to tune in on August 1 for our birthday party on the radio at 89.9 FM, via our free mobile app, or online at allclassical.org.


40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS

  • ON AIR – Tune in throughout the day on August 1 for our one-day fundraiser and celebration, as our hosts gather on the air to commemorate the big 4-0. During this one day fundraiser, please consider making a “birthday” gift to All Classical in support of this service. Your donation in any amount will make a difference! Give onlinemail in a check, or call 888-899-5722.

  • BIRTHDAY GRAND PRIZE GIVEAWAYMake a gift on August 1st and you will be entered to win a one-of-a-kind Birthday Gift Basket filled with Pacific Northwest treasures. One lucky winner will be drawn following our Birthday Fundraiser! Learn more.

  • ON AIR – Then tune in at 7:00 PM PT on August 1 for Birthday Notes!, a retrospective birthday program, hosted by John Pitman and featuring musical moments and highlights from the last 40 years, plus appearances by all your favorite All Classical hosts. Learn more.

Summer 2023 Open House: All Classical hosts
  • SUMMER OPEN HOUSE – You’re invited to celebrate with us in person at the station on Sunday, August 6, 2023, from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM! Our Summer Open House will include tours of the station, snacks and light refreshments, chances to meet your favorite hosts, an ICAN Radio room with fun activities for children and families. Plus, you’ll enjoy live performances by Meester & Meester and pianist María García. Learn more here.

  • FREE CONCERT IN THE PARK – Our birthday month festivities continue on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 5:30 PM at Irving Park in Portland, OR. The International Children’s Arts Network (ICAN Radio) invites you to a free concert featuring Mo Phillips & the Spaghetti Pants Dance Band! Learn more at ICANRadio.org.

Celebrate All Classical's 40th Birthday!

Join the party at 89.9 FM or worldwide via the All Classical live player.


Five LGBTQI+ Artists You Need to Know

Five LGBTQI+ Artists You Need to Know

In honor of Pride Month, and all year round, join All Classical in celebrating LGBTQI+ musical artists who provide so much joy, talent, and beauty to our collective soundscape. As we come together to enjoy the station’s catalog of diverse programming, let’s get to know a few of the LGBTQI+ artists who regularly grace our airwaves.

Thomas Lauderdale

Thomas Lauderdale
Photo by Autumn de Wilde courtesy of Harvard Magazine

While celebrated as an extraordinary performer and bandleader globally, Thomas Lauderdale is an absolute icon among audiences of his Pacific Northwest hometown. Lauderdale has had a keen interest in politics and social justice since his teens and planned to run for political office after graduating (with honors) from Harvard University. Instead, in 1994, the musician founded the band, Pink Martini, to play events for progressive causes. Since its founding, Pink Martini has blossomed into a cultural staple integral to Portland’s identity while staying true to Lauderdale’s founding mission to participate in community interests actively. As a pianist and sought-after collaborator, Lauderdale is admired for his captivating stage presence and dazzling musicianship.

Last month, Lauderdale joined All Classical host Christa Wessel at the station to chat about his new collaboration with legendary Portland surf rock band Satan’s Pilgrims called “Thomas Lauderdale Meets The Pilgrims.” Listen to Christa and Thomas’s conversation here.

Yannick Nézet-Séguin

Yannick Nézet-Séguin
Photo by George Etheredge courtesy of Nézet-Séguin’s website

Canadian-born and Grammy Award-winning conductor and pianist Yannick Nézet-Séguin has led the world’s most acclaimed orchestras and opera houses, not to mention his seemingly endless collaborations with the most distinguished singers and musicians of our time. Currently, Nézet-Séguin serves as Music Director of the Metropolitan Opera, Artistic and Music Director of The Philadelphia Orchestra, and Artistic Director and Principal Conductor of Orchestre Métropolitain in his native Montreal. The conductor has become a beloved household name known for his fresh perspective, his dedication to the art form, and his charisma. In an industry where prominent arts leaders historically have rarely been openly gay, Nézet-Séguin is a beacon of hope for up-and-coming musicians who otherwise may have feared discrimination.

Edna Vázquez

Edna Vazquez
Photo by Kale Chesney courtesy of Vázquez’s Facebook page

Edna Vázquez is a multifaceted performing artist whose music seamlessly spans the genres of rock, folk, pop, and R&B. Her Mexican heritage plays a vital role in her identity as a performer whose roots are in mariachi music (she grew up in Jalisco, the heartland of the musical genre). Additionally, Vázquez regularly tours with Pink Martini as a featured soloist and even released an album, “Bésame Mucho,” with the ensemble. She has become a household name for her powerful vocal performance and passion that permeates any listener’s heart.  When Vázquez first came out as a lesbian as a teenager, she was culturally isolated. Ever since, the musician has been a fierce advocate for LGBTQI+ rights and spreading the message of love and cultural healing through music.

Marin Alsop

Photo by Grant Leighton courtesy of Alsop’s website

American conductor Marin Alsop is a trailblazer in classical music, known for modernizing the world’s leading orchestras with her fresh, diverse programming. Among her list of inspiring accolades are an impressive collection of “firsts” – the first woman to lead a major orchestra in the United States, South America, Austria, and Great Britain, the first (and only) conductor to receive a MacArthur Fellowship, and the first female conductor of BBC’s Last Night of the Proms, among many others. As an openly gay woman conductor, Alsop creates a sense of hope among aspiring conductors and musicians about the future of inclusivity and equity in the industry and beyond.

In breaking news, Alsop has just been appointed as Artistic Director and Chief Conductor of the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, in addition to continuing to serve as Chief Conductor of the ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra.

Hunter Noack

Photo courtesy of Noack’s website

Pianist Hunter Noack is a native Oregonian and All Classical’s inaugural Artist in Residence whose love of the outdoors has manifested in the innovative musical experience IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild™. In the annual series, Noack and his 9-foot Steinway replace the concert hall with some of this country’s most stunning natural backdrops, bringing his gorgeous interpretations of classical music to larger and more diverse audiences. Noack earned degrees from the University of Southern California and Guildhall School of Music & Drama and has toured nationally and internationally with his partner, Thomas Lauderdale’s band, Pink Martini. In 2022, the musician released his debut album, “In a Landscape,” which topped Billboard’s classical music charts.

Revisit Noack’s recent stunning collaboration with poet Kim Stafford on Sunday Brunch: “All Classical Portland’s Poetry Project 2023: The Improv Sessions.”

Recommended Reading

To keep learning, check out these posts from All Classical’s Arts Blog:

John Pitman Review: Eric Whitacre & Voces8 'Home'

John Pitman Review: Eric Whitacre & Voces8 ‘Home’

All Classical Portland’s Program Director John Pitman recently spoke with American choral composer Eric Whitacre, who has a career now spanning over three decades, is one of the world’s most popular composers among audiences and choirs alike. Several of his works have been recorded multiple times, but even then, the composer sees opportunities when one special group comes forth to work with him.

The 8-voice British mixed choir, Voces8, renowned for their stunningly melded yet clear singing, collaborated with Whitacre on Home, which includes the very personal musical statement, The Sacred Veil. There are also several stand-alone works such as The Seal Lullaby, Go Lovely Rose…, and a world premiere:  All Seems Beautiful to Me (with text by Whitman).  John Pitman interviews Mr. Whitacre, and weaves in moments of musical magic as sung by Voces8.

Hear John’s conversation with Eric below:

https://soundcloud.com/all-classical-portland/john-pitman-review-eric-whitacre-voces8-home

Eric Whitacre & Voces8 'Home' album cover

Home is available now through Eric’s website, ericwhitacre.com.


Spotlight image announcing new hosts Coty Raven Morris & Leb Borgerson

New Season, New Voices – Introducing Coty & Leb

As we prepare for a summer of sun, music, and fun, you will be hearing some new friends on our airwaves. All Classical Portland is proud to welcome two new on-air hosts: Coty Raven Morris and Leb Borgerson!

Coty has been a frequent guest on Noteworthy and a featured author on ICAN Radio. You’ll hear more of Coty on various special summer programs that we have planned for you, alongside article highlights on our well-loved Arts Blog.

You can hear Leb overnight on Saturdays from 3:00 – 7:00 AM PT, as well as guest hosting throughout the summer.

Get to know our fabulous new hosts below.


ABOUT

GRAMMY-nominated music educator Coty Raven Morris is a proud alumna of Texas State University- San Marcos and Michigan State University, where she received a Master’s in Choral Conducting.

At Portland State University, Coty is Professor of Choir, Music Education, and Social Justice. She is also the Founder of Being Human Together, a community rooted in music education striving to normalize difficult topics through conversation and connection. Prior to this, she was the Director of Choirs at Crosby High School in the Houston area and has served as the Outreach Choir Director at the MSU Community Music School and Music Director at Grand Ledge United Methodist Church.

Coty was recently named a Quarter-finalist for the 2023 Music Educators Grammy! She was also nominated for the coveted Portland State University George C Hoffman Faculty Award.

New host Coty Raven Morris
New host Leb Borgerson

Leb Borgerson is a multi-instrumentalist who grew up in Eastern Washington. After moving to Portland in 2000, he performed with several popular local bands, recorded numerous records, and toured the Western United States. Leb is the bass player for the well-loved Portland cumbia act Orquestra Pacifico Tropical. As a freelance producer, Leb has written, recorded, and produced over 150 original compositions for multiple production companies.

While studying music composition and guitar performance at Washington State University, he was a DJ on the college radio station KZUU. Outside of work, Leb continues to write and perform music and enjoys spending time with his wife and dog, as well as cooking and traveling.

Photo by Christine Dong


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