Sarband and Fadia El-Hage
An 18th Century Middle Eastern musician visits Leipzig; Emily Jane Brontë in the 19th, finishing with music of the present.
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Some of our recent programs:
Renegade in a Powdered Wig
In honor of his 340th birthday this week, an exploration of the rebellious genius of J. S. Bach. You’ve heard his greatest hits. Now come along and meet the man you’ve never really known.
Aguas de Março, Part II
A moving portrait of Antonio Carlos Jobim, Elis Regina, and Helo Pinheira, the Girl from Ipanema.
The Apotheosis from Brazil, Antonio Carlos Jobim
Beloved throughout the northern and southern hemispheres, composer, pioneer and performer from Rio de Janeiro, “Tom.”
Exploring the Height of Black American Jazz in Paris.
The thriving jazz scene black American musicians created in Paris in the 20s and 30s. Above, Eddie South.
Trailblazer Josephine Baker
Josephine Baker leading the way for black American musicians fleeing Jim Crow for Europe.
Valentine’s Day
Music to warm your heart.
Sleepless Winter Nights
Music to “weight [your] eyelids down and steep [your] senses in forgetfullness.”
Oscars
Sampling some of the standouts for this year’s Oscar nominations for Best Original Song and Best Soundtrack.
50 Years Ago This Week, The Köln Concert
A celebration upon the 50th anniversary of Keith Jarrett’s masterpiece, the Köln Concert.
Mars
Music of the heavens and a few words on the close approach of Mars.