Eryn Bates Kemp, executive director of the Harriman-Jewell Seriesies, is also an amazing pianist. Eryn and her Slow Death Band will present a MONSTER MASH HALLOWEEN BASH, Nov. 2 at the The Black Box Theatre. On this episode of the KC Arts Beat Report, learn more ab0ut this fascinating person, as Eryn talks to Patrick Neas about the concert and why Halloween is so important to her. For tickets to the Bash, go to theblackboxkc.com Costume required!!

Sunday, Oct. 20, at 7:30 p.m., Musica Sacra conducted by Timothy McDonald will present its fall concert. On the program is a cantata by Bach and two Church Sonatas and a Missa Brevis by Mozart. The concert is at Arrupe Auditorium on the Rockhurst University campus. Dr. McDonald will give his live program notes at 6:45. On this KC Arts Beat Report, Patrick Neas has an enlightening conversation with Dr. McDonald about the sacred music of Bach and Mozart.

Violinist Destiny Mermgen has started a new series of concerts called WELLNESS WEDNESDAY. The first of these free, interactive “mental health” programs is Sept. 18 at noon at Old Mission United Methodist Church. KC Arts Beat’s Patrick Neas had a chance to speak with Destiny about the series, and why it’s especially meaningful for her. To read more, CLICK HERE.