On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with Michael Orland, a music director, pianist, arranger. He is best known for his work on the hit TV series “American Idol” where he served as the pianist, arranger, vocal coach, and associate musical director for 16 seasons on both Fox and ABC. His impressive career also includes appearances on shows like “Oprah”, “The Rosie O’Donnel Show”, “Entertainment Tonight”, and “The Wayne Brady Show”. Orland has collaborated with musical industry giants such and...
May 10, 2024•34 min•Ep. 20
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with Alyona Yakovleva, founder and Artistic Director, and Rick Griskie, Board Chairman, of the Indiana Ballet Conservatory. Founded in 2010, the I.B.C. is a pre-professional ballet school committed to providing the best classical ballet training to its students and launching the next generation of dancers onto the world stage. IBC students continually place in top positions in national and international competitions and pursue professional careers in danc...
May 03, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 19
On this special two-part episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with 5 time Emmy nominated recording artist, singer, pianist, revivalist, and archivist, Michael Feinstein. The Artistic Director of the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, Feinstein is the founder of the Great American Songbook Foundation. Tom also sits down with music director, pianist, and arranger, Tedd Firth. Pianist and music director for Feinstein, he also performs with other luminaries such as Marilyn Maye, Brian Stokes Mitc...
Apr 26, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 18
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with Chris Petrelli, Executive Director, and Dan Bridget, Board President, of Hendricks Live! The new state of the art performing arts center in Plainfield, Indiana celebrating it’s official opening soon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Apr 19, 2024•57 min•Ep. 17
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with actor, singer, dancer Judy Fitzgerald who serves as Artistic Director and is a co-founder of Actor’s Theatre of Indiana. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Apr 17, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 15
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with Steve Hackman, a composer, conductor, producer, DJ, arranger, songwriter, singer, and pianist. A versatile musical powerhouse and creative visionary, Hackman is a daring voice, intent on redefining art music in the 21st century. Trained at the elite level classically but equally adept at popular styles, Hackman’s musical fluency and technique is uncanny. He uses these wide-ranging abilities to create original music with a decisive modernism yet roote...
Apr 12, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 16
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with musician, actor, and playwright, Storm Large. Best know as a soloist for Portland based Pink Martini. She also wrote a best selling memoir called “Crazy Enough”. Be aware that there is a little bit of adult language in this interview. We chose to leave it intact so maintain the authenticity of Storm’s personality. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 14
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with internationally renowned entertainer, Anthony Nunziata. Dubbed “America’s new romantic singing sensation”, Nunziata is a Brooklyn born, Nashville based singer, songwriter, and actor who brings his soulful tenor voice to classic jazz, pop standards, Italian arias, and his timeless original music. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 29, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 13
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with well known arts patron, Frank Basile. A retired senior VP of the Gene B. Glick company where he worked for 33 years. In addition to his business career, Basile has made a name for himself as a prominent public speaker, author, and community volunteer. Basile and his wife Katrina help support many arts organizations across Central Indiana including: the Indianapolis Arts Center, the Phoenix Theatre, Storytelling Arts of Indiana , The Indiana Historica...
Mar 22, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 12
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with actor/director Emily Ristine Holloway, co-founder and artistic director of Summer Stock Stage, Inc. whose mission is to enrich our community through theater by inspiring young people to learn, connect, and perform. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 15, 2024•27 min•Ep. 11
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with popular and critically acclaimed jazz and soul singer, pianist and songwriter Tony DeSare. Performing with infectious joy, wry playfulness, and robust musicality he has brought his fresh take on old school class around the world. Join the conversation with Tony who was named “Rising Star Male Vocalist” in Downbeat Magazine. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 13, 2024•37 min•Ep. 10
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with two creatives who are making their mark as sought after theatre professionals. Take a look behind the curtain with costume designer Anthony James Sirk and lighting designer Tim Dick See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mar 08, 2024•58 min•Ep. 9
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with Angela Brown who personifies the ideal soprano. Sheer vocal power, luxurious finesse, and shimmering high pianissimos. With captivating star power, she unites opera, pops and gospel in one sensational voice. Join Tom as he converses with nationally acclaimed singing artist, Angela Brown. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 8
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with Dustin Klein, Tom’s artistic collaborator, co-owner and operator of Klein & Alvarez Productions, LLC., and (most importantly) a good friend. Dustin is a pianist/singer, educator, songwriter, music director, and producer. Join Tom and Dustin for this intimate chat about their experiences together as creative partners. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 7
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with violinist extraordinaire, Kevin Lin, who has received international acclaim for his musicianship. Concertmaster of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Lin is recognized for his virtuosity and his soulful playing. Enjoy this wide ranging interview with this gifted artist. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 6
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with the incomparable Marilyn Maye. Critically acclaimed singer, actor, director, arranger, educator, and Grammy nominated recording artist whose entire life has been dedicated to the art of song and performance. The award winning Ms. Maye appeared 76 times on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, the record for a singer. Carson’s usual accolade for her came after one of her show stopping appearances when he turned to his audience and said, “and that, youn...
Feb 23, 2024•56 min•Ep. 5
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with Kyle Long, one of Central Indiana’s most influential and respected broadcasters. Kyle is the producer/host of “Cultural Manifesto”, producer/writer of “Echoes of Indiana”, and creator of both programs which air on WFYI-FM the PBS affiliate in Indianapolis. A major supporter of the performing arts, Kyle has made a significant contribution in spreading the word about the importance of the arts and the quality of life in Central Indiana and beyond. See ...
Feb 16, 2024•59 min•Ep. 4
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with Daniel Duarte, a lecturer in music in guitar at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. He is an active guitarist, arranger, conductor and lecturer who has collected prizes in several guitar and chamber music competitions in the United States, Europe, and Latin America. Duarte is also a multi-instrumentalist who performs on different types of guitars and as a flutist. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notic...
Feb 09, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 3
On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with playwright, director and producer Casey Ross, who is Artistic Director and co-founder of Catalyst Repertory Theatre and Chris Saunders, director, actor and producer, who is also Artistic Director and co-founder of American Lives Theatre. Both Theatre companies are Indianapolis grassroots organizations. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Feb 02, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 2
Tom goes "Onthe Aisle" with singer-actor-dancer-writer Alan Cumming, best known for "Cabaret," and "The Good Wife" and Shapiro radio journalist-singer for his gigs with Pink Martini and for NPR’s All Things Considered . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jan 25, 2024•41 min•Ep. 1
