Best Live Performances of 2011: Episode 5

Soundcheck | Dec 22, 2011

In the final episode of a five-part series, Soundcheck highlights some of this year's most memorable live performances in our studio. This show includes artists such as:

Sufjan Stevens
Gregg Allman
Charles Lloyd & Jason Moran
Adele
The Jayhawks
Anthony Hamilton
Igudesman and Joo
Gabriel Kahane
Kronos Quartet
Colin Stetson

VIDEO: You can watch many of the sessions from the "Best Live Performances" series on the WNYC Culture page

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