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The acclaimed radio essay series, "Turning the Tables," has inspired a new book. JPR's Vanessa Finney talks with two contributors about “How Women Made Music: a Revolutionary History from NPR Music ..read more
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Mayall is credited with helping develop the English take on urban, Chicago-style rhythm and blues that played an important role in the blues revival of the late 1960s ..read more
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About 25 years ago, the acclaimed cellist asked a high school student to help him name his instrument. He brings his cello — aka "Petunia" — to the Fresh Air studio for music and conversation ..read more
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Every year, the Library of Congress names 25 "audio treasures" to be preserved permanently. This year's selections range from ABBA and Green Day to World War I-era jazz pioneer James Reese Europe ..read more
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Sheryl Crow announced her final album in 2019. She has since reconsidered her position. Her 2024 album is called Evolution ..read more
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7M ago
When he takes over, in the fall of 2027, he will be the youngest music director in the orchestra's 133-year history ..read more
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7M ago
Professors and students at the University of South Florida mapped pitch, rhythm and duration to data about algae blooms and depletion of coral reefs to create an original composition ..read more
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Authorities in the Russian republic of Chechnya will only allow music between 80 and 116 beats per minute, though it's unclear how the rule will be enforced ..read more