Tag: TCU

WRR101 Focus on the Arts: Mimir Fest returns with 7 concerts + 1 bonus program

During its 28-year history, Fort Worth’s Mimir Chamber Music Festival has become a destination for classical music lovers every summer. In this feature with WRR’s Amy Bishop, Mimir Founder and Executive Director Curt Thompson shares some of the highlights this year, which includes a bonus concert in collaboration with the Amon Carter Museum.

WRR101 Focus on the Arts: This festival is a summer staple for Fort Worth’s classical community

“Some people think, ‘Oh my goodness, this is a classical concert. I might find it hard for me to get my head around.’ To them, I would say, ‘I want you to be in the front of the line,’” says Curt Thompson, founder and Executive Director of Fort Worth’s Mimir Chamber Music Festival. In this… Read more »

WRR101 Focus on the Arts: This ensemble may be NYC-based, but it has Fort Worth ties

Sahun Sam Hong is the pianist and Executive Director of NYC-based chamber music collective Ensemble132, but TCU can also claim him as their own: As one of the school’s notable alumni, he graduated in 2011 at the age of 16. WRR’s Kurt Rongey had an opportunity to speak with two members of the group about… Read more »