On Stage at Curtis

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Young Einstein: Diego Peña – Bassoon
Young Einstein: Diego Peña – Bassoon

On Stage at Curtis

Experience the most amazing student recitals and interviews by today’s finest young classical musicians on the stage of Field Concert Hall at the Curtis Institute of Music.

On Stage at Curtis airs Friday’s at 8:30 p.m. on WHYY-TV. Stream anytime online and on the PBS App.

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    Kylie Kreucher

    The Storyteller: Soprano – Kylie Kreucher

    The vibrant soprano takes us on an adventure. As she continues to write her musical story, her passion shines through.

    Air Date: June 20, 2025

    Jackson Allen

    The Dream: Tenor – Jackson Allen

    On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, we get to know tenor Jackson Allen. Jackson grew up in Northern Ontario, Canada, where childhood p ...

    Air Date: May 30, 2025

    Elijah Orlenko

    The Melody: Piano – Elijah Orlenko

    With his fascination and curiosity towards all forms of art and science the piano was a piece of cake. On this episode of On Stage at Cur ...

    Air Date: May 23, 2025

    Finding the Key – Isabella Isza Wu – Organ

    Pursing her Master’s in Organ Performance, allowed her to take a role at the world’s largest fully functioning pipe organ the Macy’ ...

    Air Date: May 16, 2025

    On Stage at Curtis Concert Special: KAPWA

    On Stage at Curtis is taking you out of the classroom and on to the stage of our new series OSAC Concert Special. With a cast of Curtis I ...

    Air Date: May 11, 2025

    Izaiah Cheeran Oboe

    Triple Threat: Oboe – Izaiah Cheeran

    Izaiah Cheeran a triple threat has been focusing on the next aspect of his life from a young age. On this episode we watch him grow right before our eyes.

    Air Date: May 9, 2025

    Daniel Carroll Organ

    The Crossroad: Organ – Daniel Carroll

    Baseball or Classical music was the crossroad for Daniel Carroll. On this episode of On Stage at Curtis we explore his journey from the field to the concert hall.

    Air Date: May 2, 2025

    Moments of Clarity: Viola – Alyssa Warcup

    Alyssa Warcup was encouraged to stay the course. She tried to avoid the strings, but the enticing sound kept her attention.

    Air Date: April 25, 2025

    Hannah Tam

    Musical Childhood: Violin – Hannah Tam

    Hannah Tam started her United States take over at age 12. Before age 12 she was a prodigy in Hong Kong.

    Air Date: April 4, 2025

    Joan Herget

    In the Zone: Cello – Joan Herget

    Joan Herget is on a mission to live in the zone and surround herself with the best musicians. On this episode of On Stage at Curtis she takes us into her world.

    Air Date: March 28, 2025

    The History: Horn – Jack Bryant

    On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, Jack Bryant has always loved the horn and especially enjoys collaborating with fellow brass members at Curtis.

    Air Date: February 15, 2024

    The Soap Star: Soprano – Emilie Kealani

    Leading her way through film and stage, Emilie Kealani is on the road to Broadway.

    Air Date: February 9, 2024

    The Transition: Mezzo-Soprano – Lucy Baker

    On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, Lucy Baker has been a key player in the film adaptations of Triple Sec and The Medium.

    Air Date: February 1, 2024

    The Obstacles: Organ – Alexander Leonardi

    On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, experience the healing power of music.

    Air Date: January 26, 2024

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