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Soundcheck / June 06, 2003

Soundcheck

Friday, June 06, 2003
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    Let's Get Physical

    Intertwining the medical sciences and the arts, Christopher Janney, creator of HeartBeat, joins John in the Soundcheck studio today. Employing modified medical technology and his own custom audio technology, Janney allows a performer to dance to the sound of his or her own heartbeat, beating in “real time”. He discusses this unique creation with John and the upcoming, landmark performance. Also, members of the American Composers Alliance drop by to tell us about their upcoming celebration of the music of the influential composer Roger Sessions. To wrap up this week’s big news about the New York Philharmonic’s move to Carnegie Hall, we talk to Lincoln Center’s Artistic Director Jane Moss, and our own Sara Fishko offers a thought about the merger.

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Arcade Fire

When I Missed the Boat

Soundcheck

How prejudice and second-guessing can cause you to miss some great music. Also, Juilliard-trained pianist Andy Russo joins us to share "Mix Tape," a collection of 14 classical arrangements of nuggets by Billy Joel, James Blunt, the B-52's, and others.

johnny flynn

Johnny Flynn

Soundcheck

Johnny Flynn, a London-based singer-songwriter, performs songs from his new album, "A Larum."

Ahmad Jamal

Ahmad Jamal

Soundcheck

Pianist and composer Ahmad Jamal was a major influence on Miles Davis in the 50s. Today rappers sample his music. He joins us to discuss his latest album.

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