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Soundcheck / December 20, 2005

Soundcheck

Tuesday, December 20, 2005
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    The Best of 2005: World Music

    Soundcheck continues to look at the highlights of 2005. 2005 heard music from all over the world—from North and South Africa, Asia and the Middle East. And we look at the jazz news of 2005 with jazz journalist Eugene Holley, Jr. And, a new release from saxophonist Steve Lehman.

We are the World

Anastasia Tsioulcas offers her picks from around the world.
» Anastasia Tsioulcas's website

Breaking News

A press conference with Mayor Bloomberg.

Steve Lehman

Jazz sax player and composer Steve Lehman is gaining acclaim around the jazz world. He comes by with a new cd.
» Steve Lehman's website

Arcade Fire

When I Missed the Boat

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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

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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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