Laurie Arbore
Afternoon AnnouncerWhen Laurie was a little kid in school, the only thing that got her in trouble was talking and giggling in class with her friends. Fast-forward to the present day... Imagine her joy, talking with her listener friends every day on KCUR 89.3 -- and not getting in trouble for it! Laurie started her broadcasting career in classical radio and has since worked in a variety of formats. She has enjoyed interviewing such celebrities as Ron Howard, Will Farrell, Gwyneth Paltrow, Carrie Underwood and many others. But as a self-proclaimed "Sci-Fi nerd," she counts Mark Hamill and Jonathan Frakes among the favorite interviews she’s done. Laurie has twice won First Place honors from the Missouri Broadcasters Association for co-voicing the winning radio spots, and was the opera-singing grocery clerk in an OMNI Award-winning TV campaign for Lyric Opera of Kansas City. She also has a performing arts background, having sung with Lyric Opera of Kansas City, Musical Theater Heritage, jazz pianist Wayne Hawkins, Dickens Carolers; and for sports organizations, including the Kansas City Royals. You may have seen Laurie as a Guest Co-Host on Kansas City Public Television, where she has volunteered for a number of years. Laurie plays the piano, makes jewelry, and enjoys gardening, road-trips and movies. (If you happen to be with her at just the right moment, you might hear some voices from "The Wizard of Oz!")
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In the spotlight this week: the music of Sam Baker. Baker will perform September 28th at The Folly Theater, in the Cyprus Avenue Live celebration of our…
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This week, a celebration of some outstanding musicians who rarely receive recognition: the back-up singers. We explore portions of the soundtrack from the…
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As we get closer to the 35th Anniversary of Cyprus Avenue, we revisit the first-ever musical concept featured on the show: Ballads by Rockers.Track…
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In Part Four of this series, we take a look back at some of the more noteworthy music that came along in 2005 and 2006.Track List:"All I’m Thinking About”…
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This week on Cyprus Avenue, we focus on the music – and the musical impact – of the late, great Otis Redding.Track List: "Shout Bamalama” – Mickey Murray…
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This week on Cyprus Avenue, we feature newly-released music from some outstanding female artists.Track List:"Can You Get to That” – Mavis Staples “No Way…
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On July 19, Cyprus Avenue brings Marty Stuart back in concert for Cyprus Avenue Live at The Folly Theater. This week on the program, an encore…
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This week on Cyprus Avenue… It’s a celebration of reggae, as we explore newly-released music of Jimmy Cliff and the late Bob Marley. Track List:"Trapped”…
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As Cyprus Avenue gets closer to its 35th anniversary, we continue our "Rhythm to the Rhythms" series -- this time looking back at some noteworthy music…
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On July 19, Cyprus Avenue will feature Marty Stuart at The Folly Theater in Cyprus Avenue Live. This week on the program, we feature examples of his…