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What Makes it Singing?
Not long ago, researchers identified a new singing style specific to mice. Which raises this question—what makes it singing, and makes it...noise? Today on Soundcheck, we speak with John Potter, editor of the Cambridge Companion to Singing. And, Puccini may be a staple of opera houses and an inspiration for Broadway’s RENT, but he’s often regarded as a "guilty pleasure." Author Will Berger joins us with a reassessment of the world’s most popular composer. And, compsoer Steve Reich on his newest release.
What Makes it Song?
We look at the history of singing with song expert, John Potter.
» John Potter's Web site
What Makes it Classic?
Author Will Berger unmasks in the world's most popular composer, Giacomo Puccini.
» Will Berger's "Puccini Without Excuses"
What Makes it Reich?
Composer Steve Reich discusses his new CD featuring the "You Are (Variations)" and "Cello Counterpoint."
» Steve Reich's Website
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