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Wednesday, September 24, 2008
  • Leonard Bernstein
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    The 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.

Leonard Bernstein

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.

WNYC's "Our Lenny" Festival


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

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.

Calexico site

The Swell Season in The Greene Space

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Joshua Bell in The Greene Space

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