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Review: “The Only Girl in the Orchestra”

In honor of Women’s History Month, Clef Notes is reviewing The Only Girl in the Orchestra, winner of Best Documentary Short at this year's Academy Awards. The film paints an intimate portrait of double bassist Orin O’Brien, the first female full-time musician hired by the New York Philharmonic in 1966. Now 87 and recently retired, O'Brien reflects on her life and career and the fulfillment she has found playing “second fiddle.”

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Magical Mambos (126)

This week, on The Atomic Age Cocktail Party, it’s Magical Mambos! Another deep dive into the wild and wonderful mambo music that came out during the height of the mambo…
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Thursday, April 3, 2025: 7:00 PM: Classical Music

Enjoy and hour of classical music from our partners at Classical 24.
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Here we go again!

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The 217 Today Podcast
Tradition and Triumph is the theme for the 2025 Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend.

217 Today: Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend celebrates its sixteenth year in April

In today's deep dive, we'll learn about what goes into preparing for the Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend and what it means for the community. 

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Mrs. Emily

Meet a Central Illinois fashion designer who specializes in skirts that fit a wide range of sizes and shapes, designed for comfort and versatility, allowing women to feel…
Mid-American Gardener

February 2025 Episodes

A short month has us pining to get our hands dirty and say goodbye to winter. While it may not be over yet, there are some things we can do to get ready for what is right…
State of Change

State of Change Examines Invasive Species

This year’s State of Change — Illinois Public Media’s annual environmental special hosted by Tinisha Spain — will focus on aquatic creatures,…