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Soundcheck / November 10, 2003

Soundcheck

Monday, November 10, 2003
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  • Monica Groop
    Jouni Harala

    Finnish Finish

    For many Finnish musicians, national identity can be both a blessing and a curse — a blessing because the small country boasts such an immensity of outlets for classical music; a curse because performers are almost obliged to perform works composed by fellow Finns. Throughout her distinguished career, the mezzo-soprano Monica Groop has avoided such typecasting. She is best known for her performances of Baroque repertory, and this week she’ll be appearing with the New York Philharmonic in Berlioz's seldom-performed “L'Enfance du Christ.” Also on the show is New York composer Beth Anderson, known for her neo-romantic, listen-friendly music. She’ll discuss her work in light of an upcoming all-Anderson concert at Weill Recital Hall, and will be joined in the studio by pianist Joseph Kubera, who will perform selections of her music.

Additional Resources:
  • More about the New York Philharmonic’s Berlioz program
  • More about Monica Groop
  • More about Beth Anderson
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    Noteworthy New York

    Soundcheck

    We have invited musicians and artists to help us select their favorite cultural destination in the neighborhood where they live. From parks and coffee shops to bowling alleys and museums, the options are as diverse as our group of contributors.

    vote

    Your "Democracy Song"

    Soundcheck

    As we march toward Election Day, Soundcheck wants you to identify a song that captures the spirit of democracy. It might be Woody Guthrie’s populist classic “This Land Is Your Land” or Sly and the Family Stone’s funky hit “Everyday People.” It might even be a current Top 40 hit with mass appeal. Put on your musical thinking cap, get creative, then post your song here.

    walmart

    Buying Music: A Smackdown Series

    Soundcheck

    Check out our ongoing series of Soundcheck Smackdown debates on the music marketplace -- and how we shop inside it. Part I: the pros and cons of MySpace. Part II: two documentarians throw down over music at Wal-Mart. Coming up: Part III: iTunes and Part IV: iPod vs. Zune

    Atmosphere

    Atmosphere

    Soundcheck

    With minimalist beats and confessional rhymes, the hip-hop duo Atmosphere became the toast of the hip-hop underground after it formed 10 years ago. Now, the group has turned to classic funk and soul, and frontman Slug is still telling captivating stories. They perform in our studio.

    Tin Pan Alley

    Tin Pan Alley

    Soundcheck

    A two-block stretch of West 28th Street was once the home of American songwriters and music publishers. But buildings in area are now up for sale, and preservationists fear a major development is in the works. We look at the history and future of Tin Pan Alley.

    Michael Azerrad

    I Am Azerrad ... No, I Am Azerrad!

    Soundcheck

    Nirvana biographer and indie-rock historian Michael Azerrad writes about musicians for a living. Now, the British band Tubelord (pictured) has written about him -- and the lyrics are a tad scary.

    Edgar Meyer and Chris Thile

    Edgar Meyer and Chris Thile

    Soundcheck

    Two major players from the worlds of classical and American roots music have joined forces for an album of new material. They perform in our studio.

    Tina Dico

    Tina Dico

    Soundcheck

    Singer-songwriter Tina Dico tops the charts in her native Denmark. She joins us to share songs from her latest full-length album, "Count to Ten," as well as a trilogy of EPs.

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