Music

Five Resources on Venezuela's Youth Music Program 'El Sistema'

By Larisa Epatko

On Friday's NewsHour, education correspondent John Merrow reports on how an adaptation of a music program from Venezuela is playing out in the United States. Venezuela's national youth music program "El Sistema" has produced professional musicians, such as Los Angeles…

In Iran, Women Use Rap to Rage Against the Regime

By Larisa Epatko

Rap in any country can be a way to make a statement. In Iran, it's one of the few outlets for women with something to say.

Stories from SXSW: Finding the Harmony Between Music and Interaction Design

At the 2011 SXSW Interactive Festival, two presenters decided to reevaluate their work in interactive design by way of a metaphor that taps the festival's 25-year-old roots: music.

Hallelujah! A Global Mash-up of Handel's 'Messiah'

The journalists who bring you The Rundown blog were debating last week what gift we could give you, our loyal readers, for the holidays. One thing sprang to mind that is almost universally enjoyed this time of year:…

New Documentary Explores How Music 'Made' Louisville

By Molly Finnegan

After the Great Depression and a horrendous flood devastated Louisville, the city's mayor and and the conductor of its symphony orchestra hatched a plan to make the city great again.

Andrew Bird Cultivates a 'Sonic Arboretum'

A successful multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, Andrew Bird recently joined instrument and acoustic engineer Ian Schneller to create a novel live music experience, something they're calling the "Sonic Arboretum," at the Guggenheim Museum.

Wednesday's Art Notes

By Molly Finnegan

In today's arts and culture headlines, Wyclef Jean loses his bid to run for office in Haiti.

With Fame Rising, Ray LaMontagne and The Pariah Dogs Release New Album

Ray LaMontagne's fourth studio album, "God Willin' & The Creek Don't Rise" comes out today, and he says it's his best yet.

In Next Chapter of Brazilian Music, Seu Jorge Has a New Story to Tell

Seu Jorge, one of Brazil's most prominent musical ambassadors, is trying to challenge the stereotypes people have about his country by telling a new story through music.

Conversation: Lollapalooza 2010

By Molly Finnegan

Lollapalooza, one of the biggest summer music festivals in the U.S., wrapped up Sunday. Jeffrey Brown catches up with music critics Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot.