by Naomi Louisa O'Connell | Feb 24, 2017 | Song of the Day
Listen to how Ann Murray slims that fabulous instrument of hers down to its shining kernel! This is a stunning performance by two fearless, genuine artists. I chose this song because I have learned from my husband that even in the most trying and desperate of times,...
by Naomi Louisa O'Connell | Feb 23, 2017 | Song of the Day
Kurt Tucholsky once wrote “A country is not only what it does, but what it tolerates.” What important words for us to remember right now. The song I have chosen for today is ugly and it should be. The text is vital for our society right now; with all the splash and...
by Naomi Louisa O'Connell | Feb 22, 2017 | Song of the Day
From the ultimate satirist, Tom Lehrer. For might makes right Until they’ve seen the light They’ve got to be protected All their rights respected ’Til somebody WE like can be elected. Start the video at 00:20 to skip some dead screen time. And if you want to hear...
by Naomi Louisa O'Connell | Feb 21, 2017 | Song of the Day
Steve first introduced me to the music of Randy Newman with the song “Dayton Ohio, 1903” in the NYFOS ‘Roadtrip’ program and I have been a huge fan ever since. This song, written in the early 70s, is one of my favorites. It pulls no punches. At a 2011...
by Naomi Louisa O'Connell | Feb 20, 2017 | Song of the Day
If you haven’t yet seen the Marx Brothers film Duck Soup, do yourself a favor and watch it—it’s irreverent, hysterical and (these days) educational. The lyrics pack a particular punch right now: “If you think this country’s bad off now, just wait ’til I get through...
by Steven Blier | Feb 17, 2017 | Song of the Day
William Bolcom is my musical godfather. I’ve known him since the late 1970s—Alvin Epstein introduced us after one of their Tully Hall concerts. When I met Bill’s wife Joan Morris I said, “Oh you were so wonderful this evening—but I am sure you must be tired of hearing...
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