Maestro or Monster?

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For decades, conductor Herbert Von Karajan was the most powerful man in classical music. He also had a dangerous ego and a link to the Nazi Party. Today on Soundcheck, it’s another Soundcheck Smackdown, as critics debate Karajan’s legacy. Later: After releasing a critically acclaimed debut, indie quartet Tapes n Tapes is back with an album called "Walk It Off." They play live in our studio. Plus: composer David Lang joins us to talk about winning the 2008 Pulitzer Prize for music.