Youth Expression Showcase

Our weekly radio program invites students in Grades K-12 to perform live on the air. Hear young musicians, singer/songwriters, photographers, writers, poets and other people who express themselves through the arts.

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Callers

Since 1978, The Saturday Light Brigade has broadcast LIVE spontaneous on-air phone calls from kids and adults as part of its Saturday morning radio program. Now you can hear some of the most memorable calls from people participating in on-air games and other participatory features or simply calling to tell us about something exciting.

Performance

Join us as we celebrate the original talent in our midst with these weekly archives of in-studio performances by regional and national musicians and artists. Folk, bluegrass, jazz, singer/songwriter, international, storytellers and more!

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David Bernabo

November 20, 2010 – 5:55 pm
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This week we’re joined by the talented David Bernabo. David’s music mixes experimentation with jazz and pop, and we’re pleased to welcome him live in our studios.

Anne Feeney Live!

November 13, 2010 – 4:21 pm
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Based in Pittsburgh, PA, Anne Feeney is the granddaughter of an intrepid mineworkers’ organizer, who also used music to carry the message of solidarity to working people. After two decades of community activism and regional performances at rallies, Anne took her message on the road. Since 1991 Anne has traveled to the frontlines in 42 states, as well as Canada, Mexico, Denmark, Ireland and Sweden. Join us as she performs live in our studios.

Cherylann Hawk

November 6, 2010 – 2:22 pm
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Cherylann Hawk’s delightfully expressive performances have been charming audiences for over a decade. This week she joins us, along with three charming young singers, live in our studios.

City Dwelling Nature Seekers

October 30, 2010 – 10:32 am
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We’re pleased to welcome this wonderful band whose Americana sound is sure to please fans of roots-rock and folk music, live in our studios.

Emay

October 23, 2010 – 10:24 am
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We’re pleased to welcome the very gifted singer-songwriter Emay, live in our studios.

Midge Crickett

October 16, 2010 – 1:56 pm
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It is our pleasure to host the very talented songwriter and performer Midge Crickett, live in our studios. Midge will perform her clever, catchy songs while accompanying herself of cello and ukulele.

Riverlife

October 7, 2010 – 3:18 pm
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Living in a River City

An Audio Project by Riverlife and The Saturday Light Brigade

Our three rivers are the very reason why Pittsburgh exists today. The confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio Rivers made this location extremely desirable for trading, transportation, industry and defense. But what do the rivers mean to today’s modern Pittsburghers?

Sean O’Donnell

October 2, 2010 – 4:28 pm
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This week we’re pleased to welcome local musician Sean O’Donnell. Sean’s musical background runs deep; he first began playing bagpipes at age seven. Sean is now an accomplished singer-songwriter and guitarist and joins us live in our studios.

Candelvia Trio

September 25, 2010 – 10:12 am
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We’re quite pleased to welcome The Candelvia Trio, whose specialize in traditional Venezuelan folk music.

Bill Weiner & Charlie Barath

September 18, 2010 – 10:53 am
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Bill Weiner is a tremendous country-blues and old time folk guitar picker and singer. He is a rare commodity these days and we are lucky to have him in our neighborhood. He’ll be joined by the talented Charlie Barath on harp and vocals.