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Soundcheck / May 03, 2005

Soundcheck

Tuesday, May 03, 2005
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  • Bartók: Violin Sonatas
    Leif Ove Andsnes, Christian Tetzlaff – Bartók: Violin Sonatas (Virgin Classics)

    Indie rockers — from Bartók to pop bands

    The acclaimed pianist Leif Ove Andsnes and violinist Christian Tetzlaff are poster boys for the new wave of hot young classical musicians. They've recently collaborated on a new recording of Bartók violin sonatas, and they'll play live in the studio. And Colin Meloy is the creative writer and lead singer behind the Portland band, The Decemberists. Their brand of theatrical indie pop mixed with British folk sensibilities has won them raves from around the country. Colin comes by to talk about their new record Picaresque which includes ballads about everyone from kings and camels, to baronesses and wayward virgins.

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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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