From Pink Floyd to Opera

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010
Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters is the creator of numerous concept albums and "operatic" projects including the rock opera "The Wall." Now he's extended his horizons even further, writing his first opera. Called "Ca Ira," it is set during early years of the French revolution; characters include Marie Antoinette, Louis XVI, and Marie Marianne. The CD was released yesterday, and Roger Waters joins us to discuss its genesis. Also on the show, Joseph Arthur. He combines visual arts and vocal artistry to create records that combine his vision as a songwriter and a painter. The singer-songwriter stops by to perform selections from his latest recording.

» Slideshow: Illustrations from Ca Ira

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