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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

Archive for September 2017

September 7, 2017

 

Craig Thurston

Growing up in Noblesville, blues guitarist Craig Thurston was inspired by the numerous musicians that passed through the former Deer Creek Music Center.

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September 7, 2017

 

Craig Thurston – “Day After Day”

Noblesville native and accomplished blues guitarist Craig Thurston performs his original composition, "Day After Day."

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September 7, 2017

 

Craig Thurston – “Mushroom Fever”

Noblesville native and accomplished blues guitarist Craig Thurston performs his original composition, "Mushroom Fever."

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September 7, 2017

 

A Mandolin and a High Tenor Voice: Bean Blossom

In part one of a three-part series examining bluegrass history in Indiana, learn how a popular 1930s pastime in the town of Bean Blossom inspired a festival.

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September 14, 2017

 

Jordan Minnick

Inspired by a Bloomington artist, Jordan Minnick began crafting glass at the age of 15. Today, he's become known across the US for his fantastical creatures.

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September 14, 2017

 

Wilstem Ranch

Since 2015, Wilstem Ranch, a 1,100 acre oasis near French Lick, has welcomed elephants to their property during their annual elephant retreat!

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September 14, 2017

 

A Mandolin and a High Tenor Voice: Brown County Jamboree

In part two of a three-part series examining bluegrass history, discover how a Bean Blossom music festival transformed into the Brown County Jamboree.

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September 14, 2017

 

Charlie Ballantine

Named by NUVO as Indianapolis’ “Best Jazz Musician" of 2016, guitarist Charlie Ballantine effortlessly mixes his jazz repertoire with rock and funk influences.

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September 14, 2017

 

Charlie Ballantine – “Telluride”

Professional jazz guitarist Charlie Ballantine leads the Charlie Ballantine Group as they perform his original composition, "Telluride."

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September 14, 2017

 

Charlie Ballantine – “Where is My Mind?”

Professional jazz guitarist Charlie Ballantine leads the Charlie Ballantine Group as they perform the title song from his latest album, "Where is My Mind?"

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