It’s an aseasonal treat this afternoon, as WWFM concludes its binge festival of “What Makes It Great.” Rob Kapilow will deconstruct Aaron Copland’s “Appalachian Spring,” followed by an uninterrupted performance of the piece, which was recorded in April at Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Music Center in New York City.

“What Makes It Great” concludes its binge run today, beginning at 12:00 EDT. Enjoy the upcoming season as a member of The Classical Network. For a donation of $75, we will send you the “What Makes It Great” mug. On one side is the name of the show, “What Makes It Great,” and on the reverse is the answer, “You!” In fact, we’d be happy to send you the mug for your commitment to become a sustaining member of The Classical Network in the amount of $5 a month – that’s a savings of $15! Put it toward the beverage of your choice.

Of course, what you’re really paying for is all the great music that comes your way each and every day on The Classical Network, including that heard on “Picture Perfect,” “The Lost Chord,” and my recently instated afternoon live air shifts. Be sure to mention how much you enjoy these in the comments section when you make your donation at wwfm.org. Your commitment now could shorten our live membership campaign, which will begin on the morrow. The sooner we reach our goal, the sooner we’ll get back to presenting uninterrupted music.

Stick around: following Rob’s informative analysis of “Appalachian Spring,” and its exemplary performance, we’ll enjoy a late romantic symphony by Ukrainian composer Boris Lyatoshynsky. I’ll be with you until 4:00, on WWFM – The Classical Network and at wwfm.org.