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Soundcheck

Thursday, November 13, 2003
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  • Born in Brooklyn, tenor Neil Shicoff
    Born in Brooklyn, tenor Neil Shicoff

    A Shicoff the Old Block

    Halévy’s 1835 opera "La Juive" was once a staple of opera houses everywhere, but during the 20th century it nearly disappeared from the repertory. The Metropolitan Opera is now presenting it for the first time since 1936, with a new production starring tenor Neil Shicoff. The son of a Brooklyn cantor, Shicoff joins host John Schaefer today to discuss how he was drawn to the opera’s exploration of anti-semitism, and how he encouraged the Met to undertake this very timely work. Also, Dave Holland, jazz bassist, composer, and bandleader, drops by to shed light on his recent activities. Throughout his 40-year-plus career, he has helped refine and extend the possibilities of his seemingly cumbersome instrument. And we’re joined by WNYC’s Arun Rath, who reviews a new set of DVD releases featuring legendary pianist Glenn Gould.

Additional Resources: More about Neil Shicoff More about Dave Holland
Arcade Fire

When I Missed the Boat

Soundcheck

How prejudice and second-guessing can cause you to miss some great music. Also, Juilliard-trained pianist Andy Russo joins us to share "Mix Tape," a collection of 14 classical arrangements of nuggets by Billy Joel, James Blunt, the B-52's, and others.

johnny flynn

Johnny Flynn

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Johnny Flynn, a London-based singer-songwriter, performs songs from his new album, "A Larum."

Ahmad Jamal

Ahmad Jamal

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Pianist and composer Ahmad Jamal was a major influence on Miles Davis in the 50s. Today rappers sample his music. He joins us to discuss his latest album.

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