On the 21st: We spoke with “March for Science” organizers from Champaign and Peoria, as well as Ph.D. physicist Bill Foster of Illinois’s 11th congressional district. Plus, we got expert advice on how expectant parents can prepare a pet for the baby’s arrival. And, Chicago-based cellist Tomeka Reid joined us to discuss her music ahead of her show tonight at the Symphony Center.

In the later 1940s, his music became very popular in the United States.

The concert pianist previewed his upcoming performances and discussed his recent tour with Illinois Public Media's Brian Moline. Gindes will perform Saturday night at Smith Hall on the University of Illinois Urbana campus.