Classical Odyssey
Classical Odyssey Audio Archives
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"Russian Ballet"
Air Date November 6, 2011
"Halloween Special"
Air Date October 30, 2011
"Planets and Space"
Air Date October 23, 2011
SET LIST
"Octoberfest!"
Air Date October 16, 2011
SET LIST
"All Things Renaissance!"
Air Date October 9, 2011
"Medieval Times"
Air Date October 2, 2011
"Child Prodigies"
Air Date September 25, 2011
"New Beginnings: Part 2"
Air Date September 18, 2011
"Remembrance and Victory"
Air Date September 11, 2011
"New Beginnings: Part 1"
Air Date September 4, 2011
Classical Odyssey strives to inform and entertain the residents of the Texas Hill Country with a wide selection of classical music. Each show is a unique journey with a general unifying theme that is accompanied by fun facts and interesting stories which bring a deeper understanding and appreciation of the music presented. We include selections from all genres including Classical, Baroque, Opera, Romanic, Contemporary, and even Movie themes and music from video games creating an experience that is truly a Classical Odyssey.
Meet your host:
Jennifer Teague:
Having grown up with formal violin, piano, and voice training, Jennifer Teague has been involved in the music scene her entire life. She is currently a member of the Austin Pro-Musica Chamber Orchestra and the Starlight Symphony of Wimberley. In addition, she has performed with the Ardmore (OK) Civic Orchestra, University of Denver (CO) Symphony Orchestra, the Texas State University Symphony Orchestra, and the Texas State University Chamber Orchestra. She also is a substitute for the Musical Discovery Chamber Players of Austin.
Her heart, however, lies with teaching, having taught violin, piano, cello, and voice for over 20 years in three states. She has received extensive training in the Suzuki method under the guidance of James Mauer, Carol Tarr, Marilyn O’Boyle, Pat D’Ercole, and Nicolette Solomon-Wyk and is an active member of the Suzuki Association of the Americas and the Texas Music Educators Association. Jennifer was the Music Director at a private school in Oklahoma, the Co-Founder and Director of an annual strings camp, “Ardmore Summer Strings,” a Violin Instructor at the Denver Talent Education Association in Denver, and was the Assistant Director of the Texas State Suzuki Institute, San Marcos, Texas in 2006.
Jennifer has a Bachelor’s Degree in Music from Texas State University with an emphasis in violin performance under the direction of Dr. Lynn Ledbetter and a minor in Theatre. She has directed and participated in numerous theatrical productions – both on stage and in the orchestra pit.
In addition to her love of theatre, Jennifer is also a voice over actress. She has studied with many top voice-over coaches in the United States, including Pat Fraley, Bob Bergen, James Alberger, and Lanie Frasier.
She loves to compose and arrange music, adores astronomy, and enjoys painting and art. She shares her home in Dripping Springs with three cats and two clever Chihuahuas.
He was born in San Antonio and has also lived in Houston and San Francisco. Currently residing in Austin for the past 12 years.Lives in the Oak Hill area.
He has played viola since age 10. Currently principal viola with Austin Pro Musica Chamber Orchestra and the Starlight Symphony Orchestra.Has also played with Austin Civic Orchestra, Campanile Orchestra in Houston, Pasadena Philharmonic, UTSA Symphony Orchestra, San Antonio Civic Orchestra, and Oakland Lyric Opera Orchestra.
He also plays with the Musical Discovery Chamber Players and an as yet un-named professional string quartet.
He also chairs the orchestra committee for the Starlight Symphony Orchestra and is president of the board for the Austin Pro Musica Chamber Orchestra.
He is currently co-hosting the classical radio show “Classical Odyssey” with Jennifer Teague. He studied music performance and education at UTSA. His viola teachers were Allyson Dawkins and Terry Franco.