Nathan Cone
VP, Cultural & Community Engagementncone@tpr.org
Nathan has been with TPR since 1995, when he began working on classical music station KPAC 88.3 FM, as host of “Tuesday Night at the Opera.” He soon learned the ropes on KSTX 89.1 FM, and volunteered to work practically any shift that came his way, on either station. He worked in nearly every capacity on the radio before moving into Community Engagement, Marketing, and Digital Media. His reporting and criticism has been honored by the Los Angeles Press Club, the Houston Press Club and the Texas Associated Press.
A native of Spring, Texas, Nathan began his broadcasting career while studying at San Antonio’s Trinity University, where he majored in Communication, with minors in Communication Management and Art/Art History. At Trinity University’s KRTU, he was a student manager, serving as Jazz Program Director and Operations Manager. Nathan graduated with a B.A. in Communication from Trinity University with minors in Communication Management and Art/Art History.
Nathan enjoys studying classic and contemporary films, especially Disney movies and those of the late director Stanley Kubrick. He's the curator of Texas Public Radio's popular summer film series, Cinema Tuesdays. He’s a musical omnivore, with a house full of classical, rock, and jazz compact discs and LPs. His favorite classical composer is Beethoven. His favorite jazz performer and composer is Miles Davis, his favorite rock band is The Beatles, and his favorite film is Singin' in the Rain, which he enjoys watching with his wife and two children.
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As part of The Gurwitz International Piano Competition, four of the jurors came together at the TPR studio for a wide-ranging conversation on art, discipline, and the lessons they've learned from a lifetime of music-making.
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At this concert recorded Nov. 5, 2023 in New Braunfels, the Mid-Texas Symphony brought two larger works of classical music influenced by folk elements, as well as the South Texas return of violin soloist Nancy Zhou. Hear the full program at the link!
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The flute-marimba Duo AYA performed at UTSA's Recital Hall on Nov. 1, 2023 and marked a reunion for two longtime friends, Rachel Woolf (flute) and Makana Jimbu (marimba). Their concert included several world premiere works commissioned specifically for the duo, including music to evoke interstellar travel.
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TPR's Nathan Cone looks back on 10 memorable moments from this past year, including movies, music, and one furry ball of love.
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Originally scheduled in 2020, husband and wife duo Jolente De Maeyer and Nikolaas Kende performed at San Fernando Cathedral on Dec. 10, 2023 with special guest, Houston Grand Opera tenor Eric Taylor. Hear the performance at the link, including special musical arrangements by Trinity University graduate Yvonne Freckmann.
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Talented amateur and professional musicians alike shared some of their favorite contemporary classical compositions on Nov. 19 at TPR's Malú and Carlos Alvarez Theater during Open Mic Night, a collaboration between TPR and SOLI Chamber Ensemble.
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Members of the U.S. Air Force Band of the West brought some cheer to our KPAC 88.3 FM studios for a live performance of three holiday favorites! Their annual concert, 'Holiday in Blue,' takes place on Dec. 12 and 13 at the Majestic Theatre.
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For three decades, the Eroica Trio has wowed audiences with their stellar musicianship and style. Making a return appearance in San Antonio for the Tuesday Musical Club's 100th (!) Artist Series, the trio performed music by Bach, Mendelssohn, and the swinging “Café Music.”
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Ritchie Valens cared about two things above all else—his music and his family. Luis Valdez captured both brilliantly in his film, "La Bamba." TPR's Nathan Cone reviews a new Criterion Collection release of the 1987 classic.
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Listen to the earthy beauty of flute and marimba together as Duo Aya perform live in the KPAC studios. The duo will give a concert at the UTSA Recital Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.