Live poetry and music: Mark Weakland & Chris Laitta
We’re pleased to host poet and musician Mark Weakland, who will both perform songs and read from his latest book of poetry, The Delicious Chocolate Donut. Mark will be accompanied by talented actress Chris Laitta, live in our studios.
Brittany Dorazio: Gilda’s Club Battle of the Bands Winner
Gilda’s Club is proud to introduce SLB listeners to their first Gilda’s Club Battle of the Bands winner: Brittany Dorazio! Brittany sings, and is accompanied by multi-instrumentalist Frank DiDiano.
Singer-songwriter Tori Plack
Singer-songwriter Tori Plack is the winner of the 2010 “Pittsburgh’s Got Talent” contest. She joins us today to share some of her original compositions.
Spotlight: Pittsburgh Folk Festival w/ Mimi Jong
Mimi Jong has played the erhu – an ancient chinese instrument – since the age of ten. She has performed alongside members of the Pittsburgh Symphony and renowned Jazz musicians. Jong also performed with Mary Miller Dance Company, and taught/performed at Huntingdon Council for the Arts “Folk College.”
Eleanor Lee
Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orhcestra member and PCS Young Artist winner Eleanor Lee, 17, performs works for cello.