Symphony of Northwest Arkansas

Kyle Kellams speaks with Ben Harris, the executive director of the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas about the upcoming season.

SONA Music Direct Paul Haas joins Ozarks at Large's Kyle Kellams to discuss the symphony's upcoming performance titled "Defying Expectations."

The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas kicks off its 2024 season this weekend, and music director Paul Haas shares some insights into the musical selections around this performance. One might expect some sonic continuity from American classical composers in the 1930s, but as Haas shares, that’s not the case.

On today's show, a constitutional amendment that aims to hold private schools to the same standards as public schools. Also, the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas presents three works, all written and first performed within a few years of each other. Plus, looking back on the financial outlook for Arkansas in 2023.

Today on The Outline: The first UAMS Milk Bank is open in northwest Arkansas. Also, Thaden School in Bentonville will accept kindergarten and first-grade students in the fall. Plus, a first look at the new logo for the Northwest Arkansas Naturals.

The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas, SONA, is hosting a Halloween concert. Larry Loh is the guest conductor for “Haunted Harmonies: a Halloween Concert” tomorrow night at 7:30 p.m. at Walton Arts Center. The evening includes music from decades of film, including selections from Hollywood’s most celebrated soundtracks.

On today's show, a preview of the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas’ first-ever Halloween-themed concert. Also, writer and filmmaker Spade Robinson on grounded horror. Plus, new editions of Talk Business and Politics and Weekend Plans.

On today's show, the creators of "Buried Bones," a true crime podcast, use modern investigative techniques. Plus, home sale figures, building permits and sales tax collections from Fort Smith. Also, redistricting in Bentonville, updates from the legislature, a review of "Creed III," what to expect from the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas' upcoming concert and more.

The next Symphony of Northwest Arkansas concert, "New Canons," is March 11. New works and Brahms are on the program.

Thanksgiving is over and the SoNA holiday concerts are approaching. Paul Haas, the SoNA conductor, says the three concerts early next month are among his favorites.