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Soundcheck / December 16, 2005

Soundcheck

Friday, December 16, 2005
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  • iPod

    Everybody Wants an iPod

    The iPod is topping holiday gift lists all over the country. But is the hype really deserved? We’ll look at the historical and social impact of the MP3 player. And it wouldn't be the holiday season without a gatehring around to sing "Eidelweiss" alkong with Juile Andrews. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the movie of the clssic film, "The Sound of Music." We look at the film's history and examine why Austria has only now joined the fanclub.

Pod People

iPods may be the top selling gift this season, but is the buzz reaching its peak? We'll hear two different views on the historical and social impact of the iPod.
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The Soundcheck Inbox

We dip into your letters. You can always write us with your rants and rave by emailng soundcheck@wnyc.org.

The Hills Are Still Alive

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the movie musical "The Sound of Music." British journalist David Nice looks at the movies history and its controversial relationship with the Austrian government.
» Austria discovers The Sound Of Music

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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