Q2 Music
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In-Studio: Marc-André Hamelin and the Composer-Pianist Tradition
Pianist Marc-André Hamelin stopped by the WQXR studios to perform his "Pavane Variée" and George Gershwin's "Liza," arranged by Earl Wild. Watch his performance on-demand. Feb 17, 2016
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Pulitzer Prize-Winner Steven Stucky Has Died
Leading American composer Steven Stucky, winner of the 2005 Pulitzer Prize for Music, died Feb. 14 at the age of 66. Feb 15, 2016
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Video: Sō Percussion Plays Glenn Kotche Piece from Brooklyn Navy Yard
We visited Sō Percussion's Brooklyn studio to film the quartet perform Wilco drummer Glenn Kotche's 'Drumkit Quartets.' Feb 11, 2016
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Philip Glass on David Bowie and Trekking Across Central Asia
Philip Glass returns as curator for the 26th annual Tibet House Benefit at Carnegie Hall. He stopped by the studio to talk spiritual awakenings and performing with David Bowie. Feb 8, 2016
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Interview: Alva Noto on Co-Scoring 'The Revenant'
German electronic musician Alva Noto was one of three composers to score "The Revenant" – a film up for twelve Oscars, including Best Picture. He joins us in the studio. Jan 28, 2016
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24 Hours of 2015's Best and Brightest New-Music Tracks
Sunday, Jan. 24 and again on Tuesday, Jan. 26, celebrate your favorite new-music releases of 2015 with a special pre-Grammy Awards, ensemble-hosted 24-hour marathon. Jan 24, 2016
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Composers and Musicians Pay Tribute to David Bowie
Contemporary music composers and performers – including Richard Reed Parry, Daniel Felsenfeld and John Lurie – share personal tributes to David Bowie. Jan 13, 2016
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David Bowie Leaves Behind Modern Classical Music Influence
Rock icon David Bowie passed away on Sunday, just days after the release of his latest album. His influence bled into the worlds of modern classical and experimental music. Jan 11, 2016
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Influential Composer-Conductor Pierre Boulez Has Died
The influential composer, conductor and new-music advocate Pierre Boulez died Tuesday at the age of 90. Jan 6, 2016
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Interview: Beth Morrison on Prototype and Harnessing Creative Passion
The annual Prototype festival of new opera returns to New York this week. Creative producer Beth Morrison joins Helga Davis to discuss her professional path and the value of community. Jan 5, 2016
