Each week, Front Row Centre pays tribute to outstanding and interesting musical theatre productions. The show includes cast recordings and many revealing stories about the musicals and those involved in their creation. When possible, host Jack Brezina finds people involved in recent productions in Ontario and talks to them about their experiences. Jack always uncovers interesting nuggets of information about the musicals and people who make them happen…..but, it is the fabulous music which flows from these productions that is the highlight of each show. Selected past editions are accessible anytime at this location on line.
Off the Beaten Trax (Alternative) – Jim Anstess
Off the Beaten Trax plays Adult Alternative music that won’t hurt your ears. The first hour starts with the best of the week’s new releases. The second hour usually begins with a featured album and information about the performers that will help put the songs in context. Tune in for new music we know you’re going to like.
Concert Hall (Classical) – Bill Gliddon
The Concert Hall started in May of 2013 in as Bill puts it “The Birthing Room,” as he was doing his first show on Mother’s Day in the room he was born in, as the Canoe FM building used to be the Red Cross Outpost Hospital.
Bill taught music in both elementary and high schools for 35 years in Haliburton County. In his secondary school classes, he taught a music appreciation course. This formed the basis for his classical music program as he purchased a lot of materials and did a great deal of research to find information to make the course interesting for students that he now shares here on Canoe FM. The Concert Hall includes biographical information about the composers, notes on the pieces, and other anecdotes often based around a theme.
Gardening Show – Dianne Woodcock & Simon Payn – or – Pauline Plooard
Each Sunday at noon you will hear either the Highlands Gardening & Environment Show with Dianne Woodcock & Simon Payn or The Master Gardener with host and Master Gardener Pauline Plooard.
The Highlands Gardening and Environment Show will explore the joys and challenges of gardening while deepening our understanding of local environmental issues. The show ill provide practical gardening tips, highlight local experts and resources, and spark conversation on environment stewardship that is relevant to our rural and lakeside community.
The Master Gardener with host Pauline Plooard, a certified Master Gardener with the Haliburton County Master Gardeners (HCMG) in Ontario. Pauline is known for her weekly “Garden Tip” segments on Canoe FM radio, sharing practical local gardening advice and focusing on native plants, and is involved in local workshops and events. You can find her gardening insights on the HCMG website, podcasts on Apple, and Canoe FM’s recordings.