Overture – Spring 2025
Spring Drive begins April 4
Whether you supported Classical KUCO this past fall, last year, or in previous years, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your generosity. Your support has shaped Classical KUCO into a cherished part of our community, enriching central Oklahoma with the beauty of classical music and the performing arts for nearly 60 years.
Our Spring Membership Drive begins at Friday, April 4, and concludes at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 11. Our $100,000 goal will help sustain KUCO’s operations, maintenance, and improvements — ensuring we continue bringing you the best in classical music.
If you contributed during our fall drive, thank you! Your generosity keeps KUCO thriving. We encourage you to share your passion for classical music by inviting a friend or family member to join our community of supporters. If you’re renewing your membership this spring or haven’t donated in a while, your support is more crucial than ever—we look forward to hearing from you during the drive.
Thanks to you, we’ve reached significant milestones, including program enhancements and technical upgrades—but there’s still more to do. As Will Rogers wisely said, “Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.”
Your contributions will help us improve our playlist information on our website and your car radio. They will also support critical infrastructure improvements, such as protecting our antennas during ice storms to prevent power reductions and upgrading our internal network to eliminate audio artifacts—enhancing the clarity and fidelity of the music and performances you love.
Your generosity allows Classical KUCO to continue enriching central Oklahoma with outstanding classical music and performing arts programming.
We couldn’t do it without you.
Thank you for being an essential part of the KUCO family and for your unwavering support of the arts in Oklahoma.
With warm regards,
Jeff Hagy
Greetings, Classical KUCO members!
2025 is off to a wonderful start, and I’ve had so much fun bringing you special local interviews and performances on Spotlight on the Arts, Performance Oklahoma, and Rising Melodies.
This past January, we welcomed Dr. Rob Glaubitz, Director of the School of Music at the University of Central Oklahoma, as a weekly guest on Spotlight on the Arts. Each week, he shares insights on upcoming events at the School of Music and highlights one of the outstanding ensembles that calls UCO home.
It was truly an honor to see Performance Oklahoma ranked as the number one program on our airwaves during our Fall 2024 programming ballot. That comes as no surprise—I’ve said it before and will say it again: Oklahoma City is home to some of the finest ensembles in the country. We were thrilled to share one of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic’s recent concerts, Dichter Plays Grieg, featuring guest conductor Gerard Schwarz. And there’s more to come this spring, including performances from Canterbury Voices, the Oklahoma Chamber Symphony, the Oklahoma Baroque Orchestra, and the OKC Phil. We can’t wait to bring these incredible concerts to you!
It has also been an honor to visit metro-area schools and speak with the next generation of Oklahomans about the vital role of the arts in their development through Rising Melodies. In the coming months, we’ll be featuring students from Moore and Oklahoma City Public Schools, and I’m excited to share their stories and experiences with you.
Thank you for being a valued Classical KUCO member. Your continued support makes it possible for us to celebrate and uplift the performing arts in Central Oklahoma.
With gratitude,
Paul Nesper
KUCO’s Ever-Growing Classical Collection
KUCO continues to expand its classical music library, downloading new releases almost daily. With so many talented artists creating recordings of both familiar and lesser-known composers, there’s always something fresh and exciting to share.
In the weeks and months ahead, you’ll hear:
- The Nash Ensemble performing the chamber music of Debussy
- A new volume of orchestral works by the long-neglected English composer Ruth Gipps
- A collection of French Baroque harpsichord music played by the brilliant Sophie Yates
- Lang Lang’s recording of the complete solo piano music of Ravel
- New collections of orchestral music by Christian Sinding and Grace Williams
- The complete Brahms string quartets
- The latest volume in the highly regarded Haydn piano trio cycle by Trio Gaspard
As always, we strive to bring you the best and most exciting new releases, ensuring a rich and diverse listening experience on KUCO.
For fans of A Day to Remember, I have many more fascinating stories from history to share. In fact, I’m already working on filling the calendar for March… of 2028! That’s how far ahead I plan these programs. Be sure to listen weekdays at 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or on demand at classicalkuco.org.
Thank you for listening and for your support!
Kent Anderson
A Note for Concert Hall Classics
I want to thank our Classical KUCO members for your gracious comments and support of Concert Hall Classics. It’s a pleasure to research and curate these programs, and I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
As we move into spring and beyond, I’m continuing my new format:
- Mondays – Organ recitals
- Tuesdays – Choral and orchestral masterworks
- Wednesdays – The artistry of conductors, both legendary and emerging, alongside orchestral gems
- Thursdays – Brass ensembles from around the world
Each program features a blend of historic recordings—including some I’ve personally restored—alongside exciting new releases and extended works rarely heard elsewhere.
Looking ahead, Classical KUCO is exploring new ways to bring you more local content. I’d love to hear your thoughts—would you enjoy Concert Hall Classics as an On-Demand podcast?
Until next time, be sure to check out the latest Concert Hall Classics playlist at classicalkuco.org/chc
Many thanks,
Curt Timmons
Curt Timmon's Famous Cauliflower Fried Rice
This recipe looks and tastes like traditional fried rice!
Instructions
• 4 teaspoons sesame oil divided
• 2 eggs
• 1 small head cauliflower (Note: You can use 4 cups frozen riced cauliflower instead of freshly grating your own)
• 1/2 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• 2 green onions chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 – 3 Tablespoons soy sauce
1. Add 1 teaspoon sesame oil plus the eggs to a bowl then whisk to combine and set aside.
2. Chop cauliflower head into big chunks then send through a food processor fitted with the grating attachment. Alternatively you could grate the cauliflower on a box grater, or use 4 cups frozen cauliflower rice. Measure out 4 cups grated cauliflower then save the rest for another use.
3. Heat remaining 3 teaspoons sesame oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add cauliflower, green onions, and frozen mixed vegetables then stir fry until cauliflower is just beginning to turn tender, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic, season with salt and pepper, then continue to stir fry until garlic is fragrant, 30 seconds or so.
4. Push mixture to the sides of the wok to create an opening in the center then add the whisked eggs and scramble. Toss mixture to combine then drizzle in 2 Tablespoons soy sauce and mix again to combine. Taste then add remaining Tablespoon soy sauce if desired and then serve.
Note: You may add diced chicken to this for added protein.
Enjoy!
