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Willis C. Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale/ourownthing.orgThe words, "I want to be ready," spring from one of the 6,000 African American spirituals that speak not just about waiting for what's next but actively preparing the ground we stand on. Here in Washtenaw County and in most communities, keeping cultural legacies alive and present requires that same kind of preparation. That’s what the Willis C. Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale stands for. Decky Alexander talked about the chorale’s history and purpose with its musical director, Dr. Lavonte’ Heard. -
Creative Washtenaw/FacebookCreative Washtenaw is sponsoring "The Get Down", a pair of community concerts this coming Saturday, October 3 in Detroit and Sunday, October 4 in Ann Arbor. Drummer Ali Jackson and pianist Mr. B joined Michael Jewett in "The Music Room" to talk about the event.
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September is going to be an exciting time for WEMU! New hosts and new programs are coming your way! -
University Musical Society (UMS) is returning to Ypsilanti's historic Freighthouse this fall with another season of performances and community events. This year's residency brings back some familiar Freighthouse favorites, while also introducing some new experiences with the hopes of, once again, creating a very welcoming musical atmosphere for folks in and around the Ypsi community. Lee Van Roth gave us a preview of the upcoming season with UMS Vice President of Learning and Engagement, Cayenne Harris. -
"You Irritate Me So" is the newest record from Juno Award winner Caity Gyorgy. She speaks to John Bommarito about it and her upcoming performance in Ann Arbor. -
WEMU's Jeremy Baldwin sat down with famed musicians Mark "Mr. B" Braun and Ali Jackson to discuss the upcoming Get Down Live Music Fest, which will take in Detroit and Ann Arbor. -
Information about how to get a shuttle from Ann Arbor or Ypsilanti to the 2026 Detroit Jazz Festival. -
Jeremy Baldwin replaces the retired Michael Jewett as the new 89.1 Jazz host. -
A discussion with UMS's VP of programming and production, Mark Jacobson. -
The Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra is a great avenue for classical music, both new and old. The orchestra's Executive Director, Sarah Calderini, joined John Bommarito on "The Song Break" to talk about her many musical tastes and what the orchestra has planned for its upcoming season. -
Judith Owen's new album, "Suit Yourself", is the latest jazz recording in her catalog. John Bommarito talks to her about her journey to this album. -
The Ypsilanti Community Choir has made it its mission to bring quality music to the area for more than 30 years. The choir encourages people of all ages and from all walks of life to join, whether experienced singers, or those who like to sing in the shower! WEMU's Caroline MacGregor talked to Ypsilanti Community Choir Music Director Ariel Toews-Ricotta about the choir and their Spring 2026 concert, which takes place tonight. -
A conversation with Executive Director Michael Michelon on The Song Break with John Bommarito. -
Davina Sowers of Davina and the Vagabonds speaks to John Bommarito on The Song Break.
