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The New York Public Library for the Performing ArtsThe Real Leonard Bernstein
It's the first day of "Our Lenny," WNYC's Leonard Bernstein festival. Today, we start the conversation with a look at the late musician's influence as a conductor, composer, and media superstar. Also: the Tucson-based band Calexico writes songs in a genre that could be called "Southwest noir." The group talks about their latest album, "Carried to Dust," and performs live.
Bernstein: The Best and Beyond
Kicking off WNYC's Bernstein festival, "Our Lenny," a trio of experts talk about where the musician's influence was greatest - and where he fell short. Joining us is the conductor and former Bernstein student JoAnn Faletta, Pulitzer Prize-winning music critic Tim Page, and New York Times music critic Allan Kozinn.
Soundcheck blog: John Schaefer on Leonard Bernstein
Tell us: Do you have any Bernstein memories? What do you think he means to today’s musicians?
Calexico
Hailing from Tuscan, Ariz., the band Calexico blends the sounds of Tex-Mex, Sergio Leone and straight-up indie rock. They share their latest album, "Carried to Dust."
Calexico plays tonight at Webster Hall. Doors open at 7 p.m.
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In Studio: The Decemberists
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Sound Off
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Throughout May, Soundcheck presents “Sound Off” a Friday series on the many aspects of noise in music and our lives. The series -- which coincides with “Better Hearing and Speech Month” -- looks at issues like New York’s noisiest neighborhoods, the latest research on iPods and hearing loss, and what happens when noise becomes a musical ingredient.
