Arts

Governor's School of North Carolina in its 51st Summer

Last July the Governor's School of North Carolina (NCGS) celebrated its 50th anniversary. It's a remarkable program where each summer many of our state's best and brightest students from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds gather for the love of learning and the joy of creativity. At the Governor's School intellectual curiosity fuels the exploration of the latest ideas in a whole host of disciplines.
David Ford spoke with 2012 NC Governor's School Director Lucy Milner and 2012 Governor's School percussion student Alex Kim.  And today, we sample from a Governor's School West orchestra performance.  

Meet the Artist: Tenor Tony Griffey

Internationally acclaimed four-time Grammy award winning tenor, and High Point native Anthony Dean Griffey has been heard in the great opera houses of the world as well as in recital at Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, Hollywood Bowl and Avery Fisher Hall.  He's also continually giving back, from working with handicapped children and raising funds for homeless shelters in the Triad to supporting local arts organizations.