Sound Perimeter

On today's show, we dig into a recent study that shows more than half of Gen Z Arkansans are thriving. Also, the disappearance and eventual discovery of Baby Christsopher. Plus, a swan song to Casa Magnolia in Springdale.

From meadow to rainforest to dreamscape, three composers in today's Sound Perimeter invite us to hear the world in new ways.

On today's show, we hear about the mayor of Fayetteville's new batch of bond initiatives. Plus, NorthWest Arkansas Community College is hosting a used instrument drive. Also, another trip to the Pryor Center Archives with Randy Dixon.

Today's Sound Perimeter presents two pieces that reflect one another across time: Frédéric Chopin’s Mazurka in A minor, Op. 17 No. 4, and Caroline Shaw’s Gustave Le Gray , which reimagines and reframes Chopin’s melody through a contemporary lens.

Both composers in today's episode remind us how Latin America has reimagined European traditions, transforming them into something vibrant, soulful, and entirely its own.

Today's Sound Perimeter features two pieces inspired by oranges, both the fruit itself and the color it embodies.

On today's show, Wright Thompson will discuss his book about the murder of Emmitt Till, “The Barn,” that sheds new light on a 70-year-old murder. We also explore various ways to present musical concerts with Lauren Sonder. Plus, a dive into the Pryor Center Archives with Randy Dixon to discuss Oscar Alagood, one of KATV’s first news announcers, who turned state senator.

The Fayetteville Public Library will present KUAF podcast host and University of Arkansas music professor Lia Uribe for a discussion and listening session to start its Hispanic Heritage month programming.

Today's Sound Perimeter is an entry point to tonight’s presentation at the Fayetteville Public Library and to the concept of borderless music.

On today's show, we hear about how nearly a quarter of all permanent staff members with the National Park Service were cut in 2025. Also, a local artist is transforming old electronics from Cox into public art. Plus, cooking for seven different Arkansas governors.