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Clockwise from top left: Daveed Diggs, 9-year-old Aubrey, Okieriete Onaodowan, John Krasinski and Emily Blunt.

'Hamilton' Cast Reunites For Emily Blunt, John Krasinski And One Lucky 9-Year-Old

3:29pm April 06, 2020

by Stephen Thompson

Strap in for a 17-minute explosion of good-hearted joy, courtesy of the stars of A Quiet Place and the entire (socially distanced) original cast of Hamilton.

Facing The Coronavirus Crisis, Musicians Take To Teaching Online

3:19pm April 06, 2020

by Anastasia Tsioulcas

They can't tour. Their regular income streams dried up instantly. So many performers — from newcomers to world-famous artists — are hoping that virtual students will help them bridge the gap.

Lady Gaga, photographed outside of the Met Gala on May 6, 2019, in New York.

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Global Citizen And WHO Announce 'One World,' A Lady Gaga-Curated Concert Special

2:28pm April 06, 2020

by Jon Lewis

The special, set to be televised and streamed on April 18, will feature a long list of top-tier names, including Paul McCartney, Billie Eilish, Kacey Musgraves, Stevie Wonder, among many others.

Empress Of's "Void" feels like a euphoric cross-genre culture clash, a dance party in a summer storm.

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Heat Check: I Feel Void

10:37am April 06, 2020

There's still room for surprises in the void of time. Kalisway, Empress Of, Rod Wave and more release new heat.

Camden Catholic High School's virtual choir sings "I Am With You Always," led by music director Greg Gardner.

The Beat Goes On: High School Choirs Improvise In The Age Of Coronavirus

10:32am April 06, 2020

by Sequoia Carrillo

After cancelled musicals and spring concerts, choral directors across the country are going the extra mile to have their students' voices heard.

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In The Midst Of Chaos, Channy Leaneagh Of Poliça Is Doing The Next Right Thing

10:00am April 06, 2020

by Channy Leaneagh

In Our Daily Breather, we ask writers and artists to recommend ways to find calm and comfort in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis. For Channy Leaneagh, that means moving slowly and thoughtfully.

With everyone holed up at home, the sonic character of our cities and neighborhoods seems to be constantly shifting underfoot.

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All Ears: Listening In Isolation

6:00am April 06, 2020

by Ruth Saxelby

Since self-isolating, writer Ruth Saxelby is noticing sounds sticking out where they used to blend and music doing some surprising work amidst the hush.

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The Lumineers: Tiny Desk Concert

5:00am April 06, 2020

by Josh Rogosin

Ho hey! Look who turned up at the Tiny Desk. Watch The Lumineers play a four-song set for the smallest crowd in ages.

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Your Anti-Anxiety Playlist

6:04pm April 05, 2020

Listeners tell us the music that helps them de-stress during this life-changing time.

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What's On Your Coronavirus Survival Playlist?

1:05pm April 05, 2020

by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

Weekend Edition wants to hear about the songs that are getting you through this difficult time. Host Lulu Garcia-Navarro kicks things off with her pick: "Rise Up" by Andra Day.

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