Programming
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Weekday Programs
Sounds Early
Monday - Friday | 7:00am - 9:00am
Presented by a variety of ArtSound presenters we start off the day with the "Sounds Early" breakfast show. It's a lively and very different way for listeners to start their day, with a mix of quality music, commentary, Arts news, interviews, information and features. The program features Australian Independent new and weather bulletins on the hour. Don't miss Clinton White on Fridays with an exciting new format.
Soundspace
Monday - Friday | 9:00am - 12:00 noon
"The Soundspace" is ArtSound FM's own program of uninterrupted music consisting of jazz, folk, blues and world music sourced from all over the world. Soundspace is perfect for students or people working from home not to mention office environments.
Arts Café
Monday - Friday | 12:00noon - 1:00pm
Every weekday at noon, straight after the news, the "Arts Café" opens its doors to bring you a delectable smorgasbord of a bright music, interviews, arts stories from the region and the Arts Diary.
Enjoy a range of national and international features including lifestyle, science, arts and music programs.
Classical Mood
Monday - Friday | 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Each weekday afternoon a variety of ArtSound FM's knowledgeable classical enthusiasts present "Classical Mood", an hour and a half of time-honoured favourites and new works from the world's finest composers, soloists, ensembles and orchestras.
"Faster than Light"
Thursday | 1:00 - 1:30pm
Popular culture analysis and review. Features interviews with Australian and international authors, as well as the latest news and reviews around science-fiction, fantasy, comics and the wider milieu of popular culture. From RTR FM in Perth. Have a look at the "Faster the Light" website.
Charlie Gillett's 'World of Music"
Friday | 1:00 - 1:30pm
Listen to the indomitable Charlie Gillett's "World of Music" from the BBC World Service. He has been broadcasting World Music programs for more than 30 years as well as writing books and producing CD's. Check out Charlie's "MySpace" page here. This program is repeated on Friday nights from 10.00pm - 10:30pm.
Selected Programs | Monday - Friday | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Monday
"Deutsche Welle Concert Hour" - Classical concert music. Live recordings from Germany's major festivals complemented by fascinating insights into the personalities and locales. For more information, visit their website.
Tuesday
"Arts Alive" - arts and culture current affairs. Theatre, books, scuplture, film, painting, music, dance...Australia's only national weekly arts & culture current affairs show featuring news reviews and interviews with local national and international artists. For more information, visit their website.
Wednesday
"Jazz Made in Australia", presented by Paula Langlands - the best of Oz Jazz, both traditional and contemporary.
Thursday
"Writers Radio" followed by "Homepage", our guide to computers and the internet.
Friday
"Let The Bands Play", keenly followed by all brass band music enthusiasts.
Selected Programs | Monday - Friday | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Monday
"Global Village" - music from around the world, hosted by Habib.
Tuesday
"Music Box" - great classical vintage music with a story.
Wednesday
Join ArtSound's own Judi Corcoran for "Swing Time", music from the 40s, 50s and 60's.
Thursday
We continue our 'information upload' theme with "Cinemascape", latest film reviews news & interviews, keeping up to date with the latest cinema releases from Australia and around the world. Cinemascape features both mainstream and independent cinema. This is followed by "Diffusion", latest science discoveries.
Friday
Step back in time with "Hit Parade of Yesterday", vintage music of the 40s, 50s and 60's, presented by Dave Rentz.
Disc Drive
Monday - Friday | 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Every weekday afternoon it's time for ArtSound FM's dedicated team to accompany you with "Disc Drive", our program of great music, arts interviews, reviews, and Arts Diary. The program features Australian Independent Radio News, weather bulletins on the hour, plus "The World", our summary of the day's world events.
World Vibe
Monday - Friday | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Weekday evenings, feel the pulse of the planet through the popular "World Vibe". You'll get to hear world fusion, contemporary and traditional music from a diverse range of countries and cultures. It's your free ticket around the world.
On Tuesdays at 7.00 we feature "Folk Kitchen" - new music, live recordings, interviews, artist profiles and folk artist touring news.
Down in the Basement
Monday - Thursday | 8:00pm - 10:00pm
What better place to spend yours night than "Down in the Basement" for two hours worth of great jazz, blues, with splashes of soul and funk.
Watch out for upcoming Friday night live-to-air concerts from the ArtSound Studios commencing on May 2, 2008.
Friday Night Live
Friday | 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Every Friday Night tune in for live and pre-recorded concerts from the ArtSound Recording concerts. Hosted by Lauren Black and Chris Deacon the program brings local and national jazz and blues performances straight to you. Enjoy interviews and the latest jazz news. For infor on upcoming concerts visit the webpage Friday Night Live
Selected Programs | Monday - Friday | 10:00pm - 12:00midnight
WoodSong Old Time Radio Hour
Monday |10:00 -11:00
Take a trip with us to Lexington, Kentucky for "TheWoodSongs Old Time Radio Hour" for an hour of live recorded concerts showcasing America's folk, Blues and Blue grass talent. For more info visit the website: www.woodsongs.com
Beale Street Caravan
Monday |11:00 - 12:00
"Beale Street Caravan", Blues & Roots music from live venues across USA. For more info visit the website: www.bealestreetcaravan.com
Ultimate Thule
Tuesday | 10:00 -11:30
Relax with "Ultima Thule", ambient music to transcend and inspire. Visit their website for track listings and more information: www.ultimathule.info.
Kaleidoscope
Wednesday |10:00 - 12:00
An eclectic musical smorgasbord presented by the smooth and sultry Lucy Baker.
Jazz Nice & Easy
Thursday | 10:00 -12:00
Delve into the New York Jazz scene with "Jazz Nice & Easy", presented by the ever-so-cool Tom Parker.
Blue Bird
Friday | 10:00 -12:00
ArtSound's new Roots and Acoustic program, presented by long-time presenter Krista Schmeling, will include a mixture of 30’s and 40’s American delta blues and modern musicians inspired by it.
After Hours
Monday - Friday | 12:00 midnight - 7:00am
Relax with "After Hours" ArtSound FM's soundscape of seamless jazz, folk and blues throughout the predawn hours.
Saturday Programs
Sounds Early
Saturday | 7:00am - 9:00am
Presented by a variety of ArtSound presenters we start off the day with the "Sounds Early" breakfast show. It's a lively and very different way for listeners to start their day, with a mix of quality music, comment, Arts news, interviews, information and features. The program features Australian Independent Radio News, and weather bulletins on the hour.
Discovery
Saturday | 9:00am - 11:00am
Showcases new additions to the ArtSound music collection, featuring some of Australia's and the world's latest talent, and including excerpts from our recent recordings of Canberra concerts.
Arts Around Canberra On Air
Saturday | 11:00am - 11:30am
Arts interviews with local Canberra Artist, musicians, performers and organisations including weekly round-up of arts events produced by Canberra Arts Marketing. For more information visit the website: www.canberraarts.com.au
Meridian
Saturday | 11:30am - 2:00pm
Provides great weekend entertainment with a great mix of music including local recordings, reviews, interviews and the Arts Diary.
Music Works
Saturday | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Features the best in contemporary jazz, world and related musics, presented alternately by Gary Knobel and ArtSound FM's General Manger Chris Deacon.
Vocal Chords
Saturday | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Enjoy a selection of well-known songs from well-known singers.
Music Collector
Saturday | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gets you in the mood for swing with past and present musicians
Sitting in the Back Row
Saturday | 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Features reviews and discussions from the world of film, including the latest releases.
Concert Hall
Saturday | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Locally recorded classical concerts and recitals. Visit the Concert Hall webpage.
Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour
Saturday | 8:30pm - 9:30pm
Take a trip to Lexington, Kentucky for all your blues and roots and folk needs. For more info visit the website: www.woodsongs.com
Across the Tracks
Saturday | 9:30pm - 11:00pm
Combines everything from 70s acid jazz, retro music and 50s rock with a few interesting personal stories for good measure, presented by Alex Imashev.
Aladdin's Cave
Saturday | 11:00pm - 1:00am
Takes you on an all-night musical adventure into Sunday morning, until the "Sounds Early" Breakfast team takes over again at 7am.
After Hours
Sunday | 12:30pm - 7:00am
Continuous jazz and blues throughout the predawn hours.
Sunday Programs
Sounds Early
Sunday | 7:00am - 9:00am
A lively and very different way for you to start your day, with a mix of quality music, comment, arts news, interviews, information and features. Hosted by a variety of presenters, the program features Australian Independent Radio News and weather bulletins on the hour.
Red Velvet & Wild Boronia
Sunday | 9:00am - 9:30am
ArtSound's new 30 episode series presented by Bill Stephens which focuses on artists who performed at The School of Arts Café in Queanbeyan.
Sound Space
Sunday | 9:30am - 10:00
ArtSound's new 30 episode series presented by Bill Stephens which focuses on artists who performed at The School of Arts Café in Queanbeyan.
Patchwork
Sunday | 10:00am - 12:00noon
Folk music from near and far to brighten your Sunday morning.
Meridian
Sunday | 12:00noon - 2:00pm
Great weekend music including local recordings, reviews, interviews and the Arts Diary.
Sounds Classical
Sunday | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The best from the world of classical music.
Ozwrite
Sunday | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Interviews with authors, readings and book reviews, syndicated nationally through the Community Radio Network.
Dress Circle
Sunday | 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Delve into the world of stage, screen and cabaret with a quality selection of musical offerings, featuring local and international artists.
Tapestry
Sunday | 6:30pm - 7:00pm
The timeless sounds of sacred music from across the ages.
Folk on Sunday
Sunday | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The best of local, national and international folk music.
Jazzwaves
Sunday | 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Live and recorded contemporary jazz soothes the end of your weekend.
Blues Alley
Sunday | 10:00pm - 11:00pm
A cool way to end the weekend.
After Hours
Sunday | 11:00pm - 7:00am
Continuous jazz and blues throughout the predawn hours.
