Alyssa Warcup was encouraged to stay the course. She tried to avoid the strings, but the enticing sound kept her attention.
Experience the most amazing student recitals and interviews by today’s finest young classical musicians on the stage of Field Concert Hall at the Curtis Institute of Music.
On Stage at Curtis airs Friday’s at 8:30 p.m. on WHYY-TV. Stream anytime online and on the PBS App.
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Musical Childhood – Hannah Tam Violin
Hannah Tam started her United States take over at age 12. Before age 12 she was a prodigy in Hong Kong.
Air Date: April 4, 2025
In the Zone – Joan Herget Cello
Joan Herget is on a mission to live in the zone and surround herself with the best musicians. On this episode of On Stage at Curtis she takes us into her world.
Air Date: March 28, 2025
The History: Horn – Jack Bryant
On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, Jack Bryant has always loved the horn and especially enjoys collaborating with fellow brass members at Curtis.
Air Date: February 15, 2024
The Soap Star: Soprano – Emilie Kealani
Leading her way through film and stage, Emilie Kealani is on the road to Broadway.
Air Date: February 9, 2024
The Transition: Mezzo-Soprano – Lucy Baker
On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, Lucy Baker has been a key player in the film adaptations of Triple Sec and The Medium.
Air Date: February 1, 2024
The Obstacles: Organ – Alexander Leonardi
On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, experience the healing power of music.
Air Date: January 26, 2024
The Prep Work: Clarinet – Simon Bakos
Watch what happens when preparation meets opportunity.
Air Date: January 19, 2024
The Originator: Composer – Leigha Amick
Find out how Leigha Amick took her unique works from page to stage.
Air Date: January 12, 2024
The Cool Kid: Percussion – Griffin Harrison
On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, finding the beat is particularly important in the percussion section.
Air Date: December 29, 2023
The New Land: Mezzo-Soprano – Katie Trigg
On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, you only get one chance to make a good first impression.
Air Date: December 22, 2023
The Commercial Success: Mezzo-Soprano – Merissa Beddows
On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, Merissa Beddows brings viewers along for the ride as her career unfolds in real time. Using her cl ...
Air Date: December 15, 2023
The Prodigy: Flute – Julin Cheung
Flutist Julin Cheung uses his talents to influence a new generation. ...
Air Date: November 20, 2023
The Crossover: Conductor – Micah Gleason
On this episode of On Stage at Curtis, Micah Gleason takes us on a journey from her younger years through her wonder years.
Air Date: November 13, 2023
Behind the Scenes of The Medium and Triple-Sec Movie
Operas from two of Curtis’s most distinguished alumni, Gian Carlo Menotti’s “The Medium,” and Marc Blitzstein’s “ ...
Air Date: January 20, 2023