Symphony for Solo Cello

Soundcheck | Mar 23, 2011

A pop music critic falls in love with Bach's beloved cello suites, discovers a mysterious history - and joins us to share the story. Plus: Brooklyn band Les Chauds Lapins performs French swing from the 1920s, '30s and '40s live in our studio.

And: we ask Billboard Editorial Director Bill Werde to explain the dollars and cents of a viral YouTube video.

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