Jazz Master Ornette Coleman

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010
Saxophonist Ornette Coleman is one of the leading jazz innovators of our time. He's just released a new album, "Sound Grammar," and he discusses a career of making provocative, trend-setting music. Also: Natasha Atlas combines electronica and middle eastern beats to create global dance music. She joins us to share her most recent release. And: as Fashion Week wraps up, we ask what music helps sell this year's top styles.

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