Monday, April 17th at 7pm on WVIA TV
WVIA Radio began broadcasting in 1973 and continues today with a curated blend of classical, jazz, and contemporary music highlighting local musicians. In addition to music, the audience stays well-informed with ArtScene and its focus on regional arts and cultural events, along with local and national news.
WVIA Radio’s 50th Anniversary
Panelists
Larry Vojtko
WVIA Radio Program Manager and afternoon classical music host, Larry Vojtko began his tenure at the station in 1982 as the early morning host/announcer. He is also the producer and host of most of the concert broadcasts for the station. During his tenure Larry has interviewed many celebrities and musicians of international renown such as clarinetist Richard Stoltzman, pianists Leon Fleisher and Jean-Yves Thibaudet, baroque cellist Anner Bylsma, conductor/composer Gunther Schuller, and bass Paul Plishka. He also organizes and produces the WVIA "Simply Grand" series of in-studio classical concerts. In May 2003, Larry led the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic in concert as guest conductor, an honor bestowed in observance of Larry’s 20th anniversary with WVIA.
Lisa Mazzarella
Since 1993, Lisa Mazzarella has been the "early morning voice" on WVIA Radio. From 9 to 11 a.m., she produces and hosts a classical music program highlighting some of the "lighter fare" included in the WVIA Radio music library. With the goal of making classical music accessible to everyone, she recently inaugurated "The Classical Club" which encourages audience feedback, commentary, and musings about selected pieces of music featured during the morning show.