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Soundcheck / September 19, 2003

Soundcheck

Friday, September 19, 2003
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  • Traveling from the Contemporary to the Traditional

    The Kronos Quartet has helped to bring attention to the music of some of the most innovative contemporary composers. Today on Soundcheck, we will be joined by the Kronos’ violinist David Harrington to talk about the quartet’s 30th anniversary. Harrington will also discuss their work on a benefit organized by actor Richard Gere and composer Philip Glass called Healing The Divide: A Concert for Peace and Reconciliation. Later, we’ll speak with members of My Lord Chamberlain’s Consort, a group of early music performers brought together to perform the music of composer John Dowland and other music of the Elizabethan repertoire.

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  • More on David Harrington and the Kronos Quartet
  • More on Healing The Divide
  • More on John Dowland
  • More on My Lord Chamberlain’s Consort
    • 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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