Ben Folds A Cappella

Evening Music | May 6, 2010

If you’ve spent any time on a university campus in the last 14 years, you’ve probably noticed the seemingly hypnotic hold Ben Folds has on college kids. Since the singer/songwriter first became famous with his old band Ben Folds Five, he’s been the patron musical saint of incoming freshman. His songs have even become popular among the college a cappella crowd – and Folds has taken notice. Tonight we hear several selections from the newly released compilation of a cappella groups covering the music of Ben Folds – with Ben Folds. Also, music from Claude Debussy.

Also Featured Tonight:

Anonymous / 3 Estampies Reales
Anonymous / Istanpitta Ghaetta
Terry Riley / Uncle Jard (1998)
Toumani Diabate / The Mande Variations: Si naani
Veljo Tormis / Ingrian Evenings

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