May 29, 2025: Host Christa Wessel welcomes Chamber Music Northwest; and the Washington State School for the Blind’s Choir to All Classical Radio’s Irving Levin Performance Hall.
CMNW shares an exclusive preview of their sold out performances inspired by autobiographical accounts of the incarceration of Japanese American citizens in World War II. Lost Freedom: A Memory weaves together music and spoken word by actor, author, and activist, George Takei (Star Trek). We’ll be joined by the chamber piece’s composer, violist Kenji Bunch, and violinist Jessica Lee.
Then, the Washington State School for the Blind’s Choir shares a special a cappella performance featuring 6 blind singers.
Join us Thursday at 3:00 PM PT at 89.9 FM in Portland, OR or from anywhere in the world on our website.
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Now in its 55th season, Chamber Music Northwest serves more than 25,000 people annually in Oregon and SW Washington with exceptional chamber music through over 100 events annually, including their flagship Summer Festival, year-round concerts, community activities, educational programs, broadcasts, and innovative collaborations with other arts groups. CMNW is the only chamber music festival of its kind in the Northwest and one of the most diverse classical music experiences in the nation, virtually unparalleled in comparable communities.
Learn more at cmnw.org.
The Washington State School for the Blind is dedicated to empowering blind and low vision students in grades 6 through 12, offering a comprehensive range of educational and developmental opportunities that extend beyond traditional classroom settings.
Their mission is to ensure that every student is empowered with the skills to reach their full potential in school, work, and community as lifelong learners. They are committed to equipping students with the confidence, independence, and capabilities they need to excel academically and personally. Their programs create a supportive environment where students can explore their potential and build meaningful connections.
Keep reading at irwin.wssb.wa.gov
