Why Classical Crossover Thrives

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010
Classical crossover is a musical category that includes orchestras playing rock hits, violinists in wet t-shirts, and tenor heartthrobs crooning love ballads. It also includes plenty of music with a real artistic edge. Today, we explore this booming genre with Steven Mercurio, the conductor and composer whose new CD "Many Voices," features crossover singers like Andrea Bocelli and Sumi Jo, and with Greg Sandow, a composer, critic and orchestra consultant. Also on the show: tenor saxophonist Chris Byars shares music from his new album, "Night Owls." His octet will be performing at Joe's Pub this weekend.

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