How The 'New World' Symphony Introduced American Music To Itself
Sometimes it takes an outsider to see a culture clearly. Czech composer Antonin Dvorak's Ninth Symphony was an ode to what American music could become.
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Matthew Herbert Sets The EU To Music With His Brexit Big Band
The British musician is on a tour of Europe, apologizing for Brexit, the plan by Britain's government to leave the EU. The last performance is scheduled for the same day leaders are gathering to finalize a potential Brexit deal.
Encore: Lee Greenwood's 'God Bless The U.S.A.'
Singer-songwriter Lee Greenwood talks about his 1984 hit "God Bless the U.S.A." Now 75 and still touring, Greenwood had lived a whole career before he wrote the song that would come to define him.
Music That You Are Grateful For
We asked All Things Considered listeners to share musicians they're thankful for in 2018. Brandi Carlile, Lizzo and cello students in Greenfield, Mass., are some of the responses we received.
Across the Blue Ridge #153 - Hoot & Holler, Bobby Osborne, Classic Repertoire
A new generation of young adults with formal music training, a love of traditional music, and a strong commitment to performing and sharing music is at the forefront of a roots music surge in the U
Jazz Singer Cécile McLorin Salvant Doesn't Want To Sound 'Clean And Pretty'
McLorin Salvant first studied classical voice, but turned to jazz because it offered her more range. "In jazz, I felt I could sing these deep, husky lows," she told Terry Gross in this 2015 interview.
'The Window' Showcases The Wide-Ranging Talent Of Singer Cécile McLorin Salvant
McLorin Salvant's powerful voice takes center state on her new album, a duo with pianist Sullivan Fortner. Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead says the music on The Window is riveting.
New Music Friday For Nov. 23: 6 Albums You Should Hear Now
This week's essential new releases includes the warped and wild pop sounds of My Brightest Diamond, a stunning instrumental record from Ed Harcourt, punk with heart and humor from Art Brut and more.
Pre-Winter New Music Extravaganza
A batch of new music to enjoy just before the Solstice and much colder weather.
Four Musicians Pay Their Gratitude Forward On Thanksgiving
All Things Considered's Thanksgiving music chat returns, as Ari Shapiro speaks with artists Shoshana Bean, Brian McKnight, Isaiah Sharkey and Aniba Hotep about musicians they're thankful for.