Tent Show Radio

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Available for free and hosted by best-selling author Michael Perry, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and entertainers who grace the Big Top Chautauqua stage.

First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and entertainers who grace the Big Top Chautauqua stage each summer in beautiful Bayfield, WI. In the program's nearly 30-year history, it has featured artists like Johnny Cash, B.B King, Brandi Carlile, Willie Nelson, Don McLean, and many more. Hosted by celebrated New York Times best-selling author Michael Perry-who weaves stories and humor throughout each episode - Tent Show Radio features performances from renowned national & regional artists, with regular appearances featuring Big Top’s unique brand of shows that feature songs and stories performed by its acclaimed house band, The Blue Canvas Orchestra.

Tent Show Radio is independently produced by Big Top Chautauqua, a non-profit performing arts organization founded in 1986, with a mission to present performances and events that celebrate history, culture, and the environment - along with their annual summer concert series - nestled in the woods on the shores of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands. Hide full description

First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and entertainers who grace the Big Top Chautauqua stage each summer in beautiful Bayfield, WI. In the program's nearly 30-year history, it has featured artists like Johnny Cash, B.B King, Brandi Carlile, Willie Nelson, Don McLean, and many more. Hosted by celebrated New York Times best-selling author Michael Perry-who weaves stories and humor throughout each episode - Tent Show Radio features performances from renowned national & regional artists, with regular appearances featuring Big Top’s unique brand of shows that feature songs and stories performed by its acclaimed house band, The Blue Canvas Orchestra.Tent Show Radio is independently produced by... Show full description


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  • Added: Oct 27, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
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  • Added: Nov 02, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
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Bought by WGZS


  • Added: Nov 10, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 1
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In 1957 The Kingston Trio emerged from San Francisco’s North Beach club scene to take the country by storm, bringing the rich tradition of American...

  • Added: Nov 18, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
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An easily confused and very shy individual, Charlie Parr has been traveling around singing his songs ever since leaving Austin Minnesota in the 198...

Bought by Prairie Public and KSJE


  • Added: Nov 20, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 2
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This episode of Tent Show Radio, features fan favorite performances from the early days of the Blue Canvas Orchestra and classic original Big Top s...

  • Added: Dec 01, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
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From their early days playing on the streets in their hometown of Boston, MA to performing on world wide tours, this duo has built their careers fr...

  • Added: Dec 15, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
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In this very special episode of Tent Show Radio, Big Top's very own Blue Canvas Orchestra does Christmas "Chautauqua" style. Tune in to hear your f...

Bought by WDSE


  • Added: Dec 22, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 1
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This episode of Tent Show Radio features the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. After the legendary composer's death in 1944, the band re-formed ...

Bought by KSRQ, Wisconsin Public Radio, and WNMU-FM


  • Added: Dec 29, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by WDSE and WNMU-FM


  • Added: Jan 05, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 2
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by GCR (Global Community Radio), KMXT, and WNMU-FM


  • Added: Jan 12, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by WXPR, WNMU-FM, GCR (Global Community Radio), and KMXT


  • Added: Jan 19, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 4
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by WGZS, WXPR, WDSE, WNMU-FM, KMSU and more


  • Added: Jan 26, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 7
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by WGZS, WXPR, WRFA-LP, WNMU-FM, WDSE and more


  • Added: Feb 02, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 7
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by WXPR, WRFA-LP, WDSE, WNMU-FM, and KMXT


  • Added: Feb 09, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 5
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by WXPR, WRFA-LP, WNMU-FM, and KMXT


  • Added: Feb 16, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 4
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by WXPR, WRFA-LP, WNMU-FM, WDSE, KSRQ and more


  • Added: Feb 23, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 7
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by WXPR, WRFA-LP, WDSE, WNMU-FM, GCR (Global Community Radio) and more


  • Added: Mar 02, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 6
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by WDSE, WXPR, WRFA-LP, WDSE, WNMU-FM and more


  • Added: Mar 09, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 7
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First broadcast in 1994, Tent Show Radio is a weekly one-hour radio program showcasing the best live recordings from acclaimed music acts and enter...

Bought by WXPR, WRFA-LP, WDSE, WNMU-FM, and KMXT


  • Added: Mar 16, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 5