Critical Karaoke
- Autor: Vários
- Narrador: Vários
- Editor: Podcast
- Duración: 35:21:08
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Sinopsis
"Critical Karaoke" is a monthly show about music and the ideas it inspires. We also produce daily music history segments called "A Day in the Life." Both currently air on KRCC
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Karl Haas - Adventures in Good Music: "A Classical Day in the Life" for December 6, 2016
06/12/2016 Duración: 02minOn this day in 1913, Karl Haas — one of the most recognizable voices in classical music, was born. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life", we explore Haas' contributions to the understanding of music on his long-running radio program "Adventures in Good Music".
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The Music of James Joyce: "A Day in the Life" for December 6, 2016
06/12/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day in 1902 that a twenty year old James Joyce wrote to his parents describing how the famous poet WB Yeats had spent the day making introductions for him around London. On today's "A Day in the Life" we explore the musical world of James Joyce.
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Death of Fuji-Ko: "A Classical Day in the Life" for December 5, 2016
05/12/2016 Duración: 02minToday in 1912, actress, singer, dancer, and author, Fuji Ko died in Montreal, Canada. Learn more about the life and career of the Japanese entertainer on today's "A Classical Day in the Life".
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Music of the Bermuda Triangle: "A Day in the Life" for December 5, 2016
05/12/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day in 1945 that five Avenger Torpedo Bombers and the fourteen airmen piloting them--the collective designation for the mission was Flight 19--disappeared over the Bermuda Triangle. On today's "A Day in the Life" we explore the music inspired by the mystery of the "Devil's Triangle".
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The Coronation of Napoleon: "A Classical Day in the Life" for December 2, 2016
02/12/2016 Duración: 02minToday in 1804, at Notre Dame in Paris, Napoleon Bonaparte was crowned emperor of the French. Come along with us on a musical voyage of discovery as we visit the likes of Jean Francois Lesueur, Ludwig van Beethoven and, of course, ABBA.
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Thriller Premiere: "A Day in the Life" for December 2, 2016
02/12/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day in 1983 that Michael Jackson's "Thriller" video debuted on MTV. Get the play-by-play commentary on today's "A Day in the Life.
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Bartok's Concerto for Orchestra: "A Classical Day in the Life" for December 1, 2016
01/12/2016 Duración: 02minToday in 1944, the Hungarian composer Béla Bartok’s Concerto for Orchestra had its first performance with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. How do Shostakovich's Seventh Symphony and an operetta loved by Adolf Hitler figure into Bartok's concerto? Find out on today's "A Classical Day in the Life."
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Kenny G for the Record: "A Day in the Life" for December 1, 2016
01/12/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day in 1997 that everyone's favorite saxophonist, Kenny G was officially recognized by the folks at Guinness World Records for doing something notable. But what exactly was it? Find out on today's "A Day in the Life."
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Charlie Parker with Strings: "A Day in the Life" for November 30, 2016
30/11/2016 Duración: 02minToday in 1949, Charlie "Bird" Parker recorded the album Charlie Parker With Strings. What jazz standards did he perform and which pre-fame cult figure was also in the studio? Find out on this "A Day in the Life."
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Mahler's 3rd Symphony: "A Classical Day in the Life" for November 29, 2016
29/11/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day in 1947 that Gustav Mahler’s monumental Third Symphony had its first performance in England, marking a significant moment in the canonization of Mahler’s works after World War II. Learn more on today's "A Classical Day in the Life".
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Death of George Harrison: "A Day in the Life" for November 29, 2016
29/11/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day in 2001 that English singer, songwriter, and lead guitarist of The Beatles, George Harrison died. On today's "A Day in the Life" learn about the rather unconventional audition that John Lennon imposed upon Harrison to become a member of The Beatles.
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Rachmaninoff Debuts his Piano Concerto No. 3: "A Classical Day in the Life" for November 28, 2016
28/11/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day in 1909 that Sergei Rachmaninoff presented the world premiere of his Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, with Walter Damroch leading the Symphony Society of New York as his backing band. How did Rachmaninoff handle the playing of this notoriously difficult piece? Find out on today's "A Classical Day in the Life".
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Trump's Election Day and Other Mistakes: "A Day in the Life" for November 28, 2016
28/11/2016 Duración: 02minToday is the day that Donald Trump urged his supporters to go out and vote when speaking at a rally in Panama City, FL on October 11, 2016 - notwithstanding the fact that the election was to be held on the first Tuesday of the month, November 8th. On today's "A Day in the Life" we use Trump's mistake as an excuse to explore mistakes made in popular music.
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Do they Know it's Christmas? "A Day in the Life" for November 25, 2016
25/11/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day in 1984 that Band Aid, a supergroup made up of anyone who was anyone in the early 1980's Brit Pop scene, recorded "Do they Know it's Christmas." Find out who was behind it and why on today's "A Day in the Life."
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Gilbert and Sullivan's Iolanthe Premieres: "A Classical Day in the Life" for November 25, 2016
25/11/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day in 1882 that Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera Iolanthe debuted in London and New York. Was it merely a tale of fairy love or was it a political satire? Find out on today's "A Classical Day in the Life."
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An Elton John Lennon Thanksgiving Spectacular: "A Day in the Life" for November 24, 2016
24/11/2016 Duración: 02minOn this day in 1974, Elton John and John Lennon rehearsed for an upcoming Thanksgiving Day concert at Madison Square Garden. Why did John Lennon agree to do a special appearance at an Elton John show and which Paul McCartney tune did Lennon cover at the end of the concert? All will be revealed on today's "A Day in the Life."
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Edgar Meyer: "A Classical Day in the Life" for November 24, 2016
24/11/2016 Duración: 02minOn this day, in 1960, American bassist and composer, Edgar Meyer was born. His work ranges from bluegrass to jazz and brings forth the often overlooked soloistic capacity of the double bass. What do renowned artists Béla Fleck, Joshua Bell, Yo-Yo Ma, and Jerry Douglas have in common? Find out on today's "A Classical Day in the Life."
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Bruce Hornsby's Birthday: "A Classical Day in the Life" for November 23, 2016
23/11/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day in 1954 that pop star and pianist extraordinaire Bruce Hornsby was born. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life", we explore the classical music influences in Hornsby's work - from Arnold Schoenberg and Anton Webern to Elliott Carter.
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Feist's "Mushaboom": "A Day in the Life" for November 23, 2016
23/11/2016 Duración: 02minOn this day in 2004, Nova Scotia native and sometime Broken Social Scene member, Feist released her single, "Mushaboom." What does the name reference and what are the origins of the word? Find out all this and more on today's "A Day in the Life."
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JFK Assassination: "A Day in the Life" for November 22, 2016
22/11/2016 Duración: 02minIt was on this day, almost at noon, while riding in a motorcade through downtown Dallas that President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. On today's "A Day in the Life" we explore the musical references to that fateful day.