Nashville Soul mainstay Jimmy Church is still performing today and runs one of the finest showbands in the South. He was a regular on the TV show “The !!!! Beat” in 1966 and had some fine recordings in the ’60s. We talked to him about his soul career and his connection with Jimi Hendrix.
You can download the interview here or stream it live below:
Blues man Bobby Thompson will pull into Offbeat Roadhouse Friday night, October 7, for a concert which will also be broadcast on WTJU. This is a free event, open to all. Masks are strongly encouraged for all attendees. You can also listen to Offbeat Roadhouse on the radio (91.1 FM) or on-line, and even video stream it at WTJU’s Facebook page or YouTube channel. But […]
WTJU Radio is looking for an Office & Volunteer Coordinator to maintain smooth operations, promote the station to the public, and recruit & train volunteers for this volunteer-powered media organization. In this role, the incumbent’s work will be in three primary areas: Office Coordination Volunteer & Outreach Coordiation Development Support Read the full job description […]
Works by British-Bulgarian composer Dobrinka Tabakova have been performed worldwide, including by the Academy of Saint Martin in the Fields and in celebration of Queen Elizabeth II at her Golden Jubilee. The grammy nominated artist, now 42, is an active voice in the redefinition of modern classical music and is featured in […]
In addition to all the great programs this year as part of the 2022 Jazz Marathon, we also have seven nights of live music at the WTJU Stage to which you are invited. These are free events, open to all. Masks are strongly encouraged for all attendees. You can also listen to each night’s concert on the radio (91.1 […]
What’s on the program for your local performing arts organization? The Classics a Day team wants to know! For the month of September, you’re invited to post a work that your local symphony, chamber music ensemble, or choral society will be performing this fall. There’s a lot of great music-making going on. Let’s share it […]
Offstage, On-Air is a weekly show highlighting central Virginia’s vibrant classical music community. Each week you’ll hear conversations with local classical musicians, learn about upcoming concerts, and enjoy artist-curated playlists. Tune in Sunday from noon to 1:00pm here on WTJU (91.1 FM and streaming at wtju.net). This week’s guest will be Jiyeon Choi, Lecturer in Clarinet at UVA, […]
