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From a basement, Ukrainian concert violinist aims to raise people's spirits

6:24am March 10, 2022

Dubbed the "cellar violinist," Vera Lytochenko performs for family and neighbors as they shelter from Russian attacks. Thousands have watched her recitals on YouTube.

The cornetist, composer, and bandleader Ron Miles combined a distinctly American harmonic palette with an openhearted emotional clarity uncommon in modern jazz.

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Ron Miles, cornetist who imbued modern jazz with heart and soul, dies at 58

8:43pm March 09, 2022

by Nate Chinen

The cornetist, composer, and bandleader combined a distinctly American harmonic palette with an openhearted emotional clarity uncommon in modern jazz.

Syreeta Gates, an author and Hip-Hop archivist, in front of mural of Notorious BIG on Quincy Street. She says his songs epitomize the art of Black music storytelling.

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Notorious B.I.G. Is Forever Synonymous With Brooklyn

5:08pm March 09, 2022

by Jasmine Garsd

Today marks the 25th anniversary of the death of rapper Christopher Wallace, the Notorious B.I.G. His rhymes were hugely influential and resonate, especially with those in his hometown of Brooklyn.

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The Thistle & Shamrock: Cymru

2:59pm March 09, 2022

by Fiona Ritchie

This week's episode of The Thistle & Shamrock explores traditional Welsh music with Crasdant, Plethyn, Siân James and more.

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Rex Orange County (feat. Tyler, the Creator), 'OPEN A WINDOW'

12:45pm March 09, 2022

by Bobby Carter

The songwriting on Rex Orange County's latest single, "OPEN A WINDOW," reminds producer Bobby Carter of a time when we weren't allowed to leave our homes and even an open window seemed like freedom.

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Bluegrass musician Del McCoury explores love gone bad on 'Almost Proud'

12:13pm March 09, 2022

by Ken Tucker

McCoury's been prominent in bluegrass since the 1960s, when he performed in Bill Monroe's Bluegrass Boys. His new album, with sons Rob and Ronnie, in an energetic work that also takes a dark turn.

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World Cafe continues it's 30th Anniversary Celebration with a playlist from 2011

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World Cafe 30th Anniversary Playlist: 2011

12:11pm March 09, 2022

by Bruce Warren

2011 was an exemplary year, with memorable releases by Drake, Radiohead, Adele, PJ Harvey and more.

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He died 25 years ago, but Notorious B.I.G is still synonymous with Brooklyn

10:21am March 09, 2022

by Jasmine Garsd

Wednesday marks the 25th anniversary of the death of rapper Christopher Wallace, the Notorious B.I.G. His influential rhymes still resonate with the people in his hometown of Brooklyn.

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Abdullah Ibrahim performs a Tiny Desk (home) concert

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Abdullah Ibrahim: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert

7:49am March 09, 2022

by Bob Boilen

This performance by the celebrated South African pianist and NEA Jazz Master reflects on the past and helps clarify the present.

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Cellist Yo-Yo Ma expresses his support for Ukraine

5:55am March 09, 2022

At the Kennedy Center in Washington, a full house stood as he played Ukraine's national anthem. Earlier on Monday, a passing cyclist noticed Ma playing a protest concert outside the Russian embassy.

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