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.

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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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Articles in The Saturday Light Brigade

Big Brother John Klinvex and Little Brother DJ

July 31, 2010 – 10:30 am
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Meet a “big/little” pair matched by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh and learn how you can make a difference in a child’s life. This week, we’re joined by Big Brother John Klinvex and Little Brother DJ, along with BBBS Special Services Coordinator Cheryl Jones.

Claire & Elliot Pullen

July 31, 2010 – 10:26 am
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This week we’re joined by twelve year-old pianist Claire and her eight year-old brother, Elliot Pullen, on classical guitar

The Great Unknown Band

July 31, 2010 – 10:01 am
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We’re pleased to welcome back Philadelphia’s The Great Unknown Band, whose soaring harmonies and acoustic arrangements are sure to please fans of Americana music.

Jamie Bell

July 24, 2010 – 4:48 pm
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We’re pleased to welcome guitarist Jamie Bell, along with clarinetist Rebecca DeStefano McNeil, as they perform their special mix of Brazilian Choro music, live in our studios.

Sophie Claypole

July 24, 2010 – 4:38 pm
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Young writer and twelve year-old Quaker Valley Middle School student, Sophie Claypole, joins us to read excerpts from some her orignial story, The Problem with Wishes.

Shoemanity

July 24, 2010 – 4:21 pm
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NC State sophomore and Upper St. Clair High School grad Brian Gaudio, along with friends, join us to discuss their unique organization, Shoemanity, which aims to design sustainable solutions that improve quality of life in the rural Dominican Republic and Haiti, through the lens of cultural collaboration.

Justin Andrew Band

July 17, 2010 – 10:36 am
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We’re pleased to welcome the very talented Justin Andrew and his band, who create tasteful, folk-pop music. Mr. Andrew’s thoughtful lyrics are delivered via beautiful melody lines, interwoven with pedal steel guitar, drums and bass.

John & Macy Gotthardt

July 17, 2010 – 9:55 am
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Long time friends John and Macy Gotthardt join us in our studios to discuss their current adventures.

CRY America and Akshay Hari

July 17, 2010 – 9:50 am
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Child Rights and You America is a nonprofit organization that raises funds in support of projects in India aimed toward restoring basic rights to children from marginalized communities. 19 year-old Indian singer Akshay Hari, along with CRY local chapter chair Adam McGregor, join us to preview their Festival in the Park fundraiser.

Heather Kropf

July 10, 2010 – 3:50 pm
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Pittsburgh-based singer-songwriter Heather Kropf’s music is a blend of piano-driven folk, soul, and pop. She’ll be joined by guitarist Keith Hershberger.