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Insomniac's Dream
A new cd called "Bedtime Beats" claims to be a guaranteed sleep remedy. It's based on research that shows that some classical music and soft jazz will induce a sound sleep. Today: a declared insomniac gives his review. Also, former U.S. Poet Laureate Robert Pinksy discusses the poetry and the music of Dante's Inferno. And: a live performance by blues-inspired singer-songwriter Jess Klein.
Bedtime Beats
Danny Felsenfeld is a music critic and certified insomniac. He's tested out a new album called, "Bedtime Beats" which claims to cure insomnia. He gives us his verdict today.
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Available for purchase at "Bedtime Beats" at Amazon.com
Pinsky's Inferno
Former U.S. Poet Laureate and Dante-translator Robert Pinsky will appear at the Rubin Museum of Art to read a script of Dante’s Inferno as an accompaniment to the striking 1911 silent film by Giuseppe de Liguoro. He joins us with a preview.
Robert Pinsky at the Rubin Museum of Art"
Jess Klein
The songs of New York-based singer-songwriter Jess Klein mix post-punk, country, soul and folk music. Her newest record is called City Garden and she performs live in the studio.
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See Tori Amos Live!
Join us Tuesday, Dec. 9 at The Greene Space
Singer and pianist Tori Amos joins us to talk about reworking and reinventing seasonal carols on her new holiday album. And, she performs for a live audience in The Greene Space! Click the link for ticket info.
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