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Tuesday, December 21, 2004

Jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut, who played for Betty Carter before forming his own trio, is known for his upbeat approach to jazz. He joins us today to play live from his latest album, You Are My Sunshine. And we'll talk to Red Grooms about his colorful and chaotic portrayals of life in New York. Then, journalist Naomi Schaeffer Riley discusses her investigation into life at religious colleges in America. She visited 20 campuses across America for her book God on the Quad, a look into the growing popularity and influence of religious schools.

Bright Sounds

Jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut shares his latest release, You Are My Sunshine.

Events:
Cyrus Chestnut Trio with Donald Harrison, Dec 21-26, 2004
Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola at Jazz at Lincoln Center
Frederick P. Rose Hall - Broadway at 60th Street, 5th Floor
7:30pm & ...

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Ruckus Manhattan

Red Grooms Red Grooms on pop art, and capturing the rollicking nature of New York City.

» View a slideshow of a selection of Red Grooms' artwork

Music: Tom Waits "Night ...

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God on the Quad

Naomi Schaeffer Riley discusses life at religious colleges in America, and what kind of impact graduates are having on American society: God on the Quad.

» Read an excerpt of God on the Quad in the Reading Room

Music: Mark Isham "At First ...

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