This week we review everything from a vintage recording of Beethoven’s last violin sonata to a symphony by Scambatti! Our panelists were Ed Polochick from Concert Artists of Baltimore, Ernie Green from the Annapolis Chamber Orchestra and Chorale and WBJC’s own Kati Harrison. Here are the listings…hope you enjoyed the show. PLAY DATE: Sat, 02/09/2013 … Read More »
I know it’s early but when Valentines day falls on a Thursday you have to think about it a week ahead. Mary and I talk about what we will be doing and what we will be drinking! Included are some of our favorite sparkling wine recommendations! Check out the show and let us know what … Read More »
This week we review two sparkling wines from Italy…neither of which are Prosecco or Asti Spumante! Both of these were nicely priced and well made! 1)Rotari Talento Brut. NV (Non Vintage!). $18. All Chardonnay and tasted like it…We were surprised and delighted! 2)2005 Rotari Riserva. $20. 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir! Sounds like a … Read More »
This week’s show had winners on the inside and losers on the outside! The Bach and Sibelius were non starters but we liked the Ravel and the Dvorak! Go Figure. Our panel was made up of John Bowen from Emanuel Episcopal, Evan Tucker from the Kol Rina Chorus and Dave Donovan from Pratt Library Fine … Read More »
Yikes! Who would have thought that the Ravens would actually get here this year! There are so many nice things about this year’s game…Ray’s last NFL game…Harbaugh Bowl (AGAIN!) etc…More importantly how are you proposing to mark this great event! Mary couldn’t care less…but I watch every game with a group of classical music fanatics. … Read More »
1)2011 Inzolia. Terre Di Giumara. Caruso and Minini. $16.50. The grape is inzolia, the name of the wine Terre di Giumara and the producer Caruso and Minini. The wine comes from Marsala but don’t be fooled…not fortified or sweet…bone dry and solid! 2)2010 Michael David Ancient Vine Cinsault. Bechtold Vineyard, Lodi CA. $26. Meow! This … Read More »
This week we repeat an oldie but a goodie…The Grainger left us cold as did the Mozart…We loved the Bruckner and the Villa Lobos was amazing…Go Marine Band and Jose Serebrier! Our panel consisted of Jed Gaylan from the Hopkins and Bay Atlantic Symphonies, Charles Ellis from the Prince Georges Philharmonic and composer Hollis Thoms. … Read More »
This week my discussion with Rob Kasper continues…We discuss what happened to Baltimore brewing during prohibition and also what happened after world war 2. Rob’s book is entitled Baltimore Beer: A Satisfying History of Charm City Brewing. Check out the show…I’ve learned a lot. Related posts: 03/14/13 Word on Wine…Old Wine in Old Bottles! 5/17/12 … Read More »
This week Mary and I review two Italian wines but only one is from Italy! Come and see what happens when Arneis from Piedmont moves to California! Our second wine is perfect for Pizza and pretty much everything else! 1)2010 Palmina Arneis from the Honea vineyard in Santa Inez California. $23 and worth it. Arneis … Read More »
This week we liked 3 out of four…the only stinker was the Schumann which no one liked…other than that we had fun. Our panelists were Tuba player extraordinaire Ed Goldstein, James Harp Director of Opera and Education at PAMPAC (Patricia and Art Model Performing Arts Center!) and WBJC’s Operations Director Kati Harrison. Here’s the listings…enjoy! … Read More »
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