KCME Classical Music Radio

12/19/2024

Senior Jordan Sylvester joined us in-studio this month from Vista Ridge High School. He has performed playing clarinet in CSU Pueblo Festival of Winds 2022 and 2023, Best of the West 2023, CSU Fort Collins Honor band 2024, and Masonic Band Camp 2023.

Read more about Jordan here: .kcme.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Jordan-Sylvester.pdf and catch the interview on air this Sunday at 6:30pm and in the week ahead.

12/18/2024

Thank you to Louie's Pizza on 333 N. Tejon Street for providing us some of their old-school East Coast style pizza. Your in-kind donation is the perfect treat for our hard-working team during our year-end fundraising drive!

Be a part of this community effort to raise funds for local radio with your year-end gift to KCME at kcme.org or 800-235-3527. Thank you!

12/18/2024

In this season of sharing and reflection and with a new year ahead of us, your year-end contribution is instrumental to all that KCME will be able to play and do next year.

Be part of KCME's one-day drive today with your gift to help us reach our goal of $4,000. Contribute at kcme.org or by calling 800-235-3527. Thank you!

12/18/2024

In this month’s educational article, on-air host Michael Campion explores the origins of the holiday season's most beloved ballet.

🎼Read it here: https://www.kcme.org/the-nutcracker-the-eternal-dance/

12/16/2024

Celebrating a musical titan today! While the exact birth date of Ludwig Van Beethoven is technically unknown, we commemorate his legacy on December 16, inferred from his baptism records back in 1770. A pivotal figure in Western music history, Beethoven's compositions continue to resonate, holding a prominent place in the classical music repertoire.

12/15/2024

We truly enjoy receiving feedback from our listeners about the impact KCME has had on their lives. A heartfelt thank you to all our listeners and supporters!

12/14/2024

Today is the last day to have your voice heard for our 5th Annual KCME Listener Top 10 Countdown! Tell us your favorites here: bit.ly/3ZpkDui.

12/13/2024

December 13 is National Violin Day, a special occasion to honor one of the most versatile and expressive instruments. Have you ever been curious about what goes into making a violin? Take a look at this video.

Sights and sounds of a violin being built. Thanks to Justin Liddell and his crew at Definition Films. https://definitionfilms.tv/

12/12/2024

Did you know you may earn a sweet tax deduction when you donate a car? Giving has never felt so good! Call 855-277-2346 or visitkcme.careasy.org/home. Donating is easy, the pick-up is free, and your gift is tax-deductible.

12/11/2024

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed during Giving Tuesday and Colorado Gives Day! Your generosity enables us to provide high-quality, arts and culture content for the community. If you didn’t have the chance to donate, you still have time to give before the end of the year at kcme.org or by calling 800-235-3527.

12/10/2024

It's Colorado Gives Day! Consider supporting local music during this season of sharing and reflection.

When you set up a NEW monthly recurring donation the Colorado Gives Foundation will match the first months donation up to $100! Small monthly donations can have a large impact. Monthly donations provide a sustainable source of funding. Give on our Colorado Gives page here 🔗coloradogives.org/organization/kcme

12/10/2024

It only takes a little to make a big impact! Thanks to the incentive fund provided by the Colorado Gives Foundation and FirstBank, your donation to KCME goes even further. The more donations that are made in support of KCME through Colorado Gives, the higher the percentage of additional incentive funds we'll receive!

Donate at our page: coloradogives.org/organization/kcme

12/09/2024

What an inspiring thought about music

12/09/2024

Colorado Gives Day is this Tuesday, but you don’t need to wait until December 10th to donate to your favorite non-profits – early giving is happening right now! We’re counting on YOU to help us reach our Colorado Gives Day goal. Donate at our page here: coloradogives.org/organization/kcme

12/08/2024

KCME's ability to provide consistent arts and culture programming depends on your support. There are numerous ways to contribute, including through your individual retirement fund, stock donations, or your donor-advised fund.

For more information, please contact us at [email protected] or complete a form at kcme.org/contact-us.

12/07/2024

The Metropolitan Opera broadcasts return to KCME today! At 11 AM, tune in to explore the intersection of the spirit realm and the human world with Strauss's, Die Frau ohne Schatten (The Woman without a Shadow).

12/06/2024

Happy Friday! Hope your weekend is filled with music.

12/05/2024

Here are some upcoming local performances to get you in the holiday spirit from Colorado Springs Youth Symphony - CSYSA , CIVA Charter High School, Pueblo Symphony, and Colorado Springs Children's Chorale. For more events, visit kcme.org/events.