The Classical Music of Your Dreams

Soundcheck | Apr 23, 2012

For musicians, it takes practice to get to Carnegie Hall. But to get audiences there, it takes programs – the more exciting, the better. Today, Soundcheck looks at how the music for orchestras is selected. And, we want to know: what type of program would inspire you to attend a classical concert? Plus: Composer Frank London talks about his new symphony - inspired by the borough of Queens. He joins us with writer and actor Judith Sloan to talk about their collaboration.

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