Respected Fine Music Radio (FMR) presenter Rodney Trudgeon has broadcast from many interesting places in his radio career. This weekend he will be at the National Cape Antique Fair at the Alphen Estate in Constantia:
WeekendSpecial: When will you be broadcasting live from the National Cape Antique Fair?
Rodney Trudgeon: On Friday 17 November, from 10am to 1pm. Then on Saturday 18 November, Vic Hall will be on from 10am to 1pm. I will be on again on Sunday 19 November with (Station Manager) Mark Jennings.
WS: How does this work – will you have a special “broadcasting booth” in the middle of the action?
RT: We’ll be right in the middle of the action, no booth, just a table and chair. I have broadcast live for Classic FM at two of the National Antique Fairs in Sandton and the atmosphere was incredible. We really were part of the event. I have every confidence that it will be an equally successful live broadcast with FMR.
WS: How does live broadcasting differ from being “at home” in the studio?
RT: The studio is a cocooned environment, where you are separated from the world behind a glass panel. During a live broadcast, especially one like this, the people around one become part of the show. Whether it’s a friendly wave hello, or an interview, the “audience” feeds into the show’s energy.
WS: And what do you have planned while broadcasting – will there be a specific focus on the antique fair?
RT: There will be a sequence of interviews with the exhibiters from the fair interjected with music.
WS: Are there any special people involved that you plan to speak to, on air?
RT: The organizers and exhibitors. On Sunday we will also announce the winner of our grand prize, a weekend away for two to the Arniston Spa Hotel.
WS: What music will be appropriate to the proceedings?
RT: We will play popular, accessible classical music that everyone can relate to.
WS: You were in Germany earlier this year, did you see any fantastic concerts whilst away?
RT: I was lucky enough to attend Wagner’s Ring Cycle in Wiesbaden. This was an amazing experience, because as you may know there are four substantial operas that make up the Ring Cycle. So it involved a whole week of being immersed in this glorious music. Well worth the price of the ticket! Suffice it to say we won’t be playing Wagner’s music at the fair…
WS: You have over 40 years of experience in radio broadcasting. What do you love about it?
RT: Being able to share my passion for music with our listeners. I regard this as a privilege.
WS: And when you are away from broadcasting, what do you like to do to relax?
RT: I have the most wonderful friends with whom many memorable times are spent wining and dining. I also enjoy reading and watching documentaries. And of course I couldn’t relax without music.
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