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Brazil's RonaldinhoGol!: Soccer Songs From Around the World
All across the world, soccer fans are eagerly anticipating the first match of the World Cup, set for this Friday. Soundcheck kicks off its World Cup celebration with soccer songs from around the globe. We'll talk about music inspired by the sport, team songs, and why some musicians are rabid soccer fans. Then, two musicians talk about the benefits and challenges of being accomplished, talented and young. Conductor Alondra de la Parra explains how she managed to breakthrough the stereotypes of her profession. She was the first Mexican woman ever to conduct in New York City, is the founder and artistic director of the Mexican American Symphony Orchestra and she's only 25-years-old. She's joined by Venezuelan double-bassist Edicson Ruiz. At age 21, he’s the youngest member of the Berlin Philharmonic.
Ole! Ole! Ole!
All around the world, soccer fans are gearing up for the opening of the World Cup tournament on Friday. Jonathan Webster, BBC Music Magazine contributor, looks into the many connections between music and soccer. He is joined Bill Werde of Billboard Magazine.
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Young and Talented
Conductor Alondra de la Parra and double-bassist Edicson Ruiz talk about the challenges of being accomplished, talented and young. They also share notes on their concert at Lincoln Center, featuring a world premiere of Venezulean composer Paul Desenne’s Concerto for Double Bass.
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