We Shall Overcome

We Shall Overcome

So, how do we get from the austere and atonal grandeur of Ruth Crawford’s lament “Sacco and Vanzetti,” to the uplifting hymn tune and civil rights anthem of “We Shall Overcome.” First, shout-out to composer Nate May for making the connection. In 1932 Ruth Crawford...
Adam Guettel:  Awaiting You

Adam Guettel: Awaiting You

This is one of my favorite songs composed my Adam Guettel. It’s pretty hard to choose a favorite. This piece is from Myths and Hymns which is a song cycle based on Greek mythology and lyrics found in an antique hymnal.
Jeff Blumenkrantz:  I Won’t Mind

Jeff Blumenkrantz: I Won’t Mind

“I Won’t Mind” is an incredibly moving song by actor and Tony-nominated composer, Jeff Blumenkrantz. I have always loved this song but developed an even closer connection to the piece when I met Jeff in our production of The Golden Apple at City...
Joe Budden: Freedom Freestyle

Joe Budden: Freedom Freestyle

A week of songs inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement A remix of Beyonce, and Kendrick Lamar’s “Freedom” this piece is filled with references to the Black Lives Matter movement as well as actual video content from many of the murders and...