There’'s something titillating about travel.  Whether it’s the sprawling landscape of the American Southwest or the beignets made in the French Quarter, getting away from the city for the summer is a unwritten tradition for New Yorkers.  On this episode, host Terrance McKnight tours the globe through music.  It'’s an exploration of composers capturing particular musical traditions found in cities and countries around the world.  The program concludes with music by an New York City musical icon.

This week, Terrance McKnight samples some of New York City's most iconic composers and musicians, as well as the musicality of the boroughs they have called home. 

There are musical forms that seemingly go hand in hand with the musicians that made them famous: Scott Joplin and the rag; J.S. Bach and the fugue; Chopin and the nocturne.

This weekend, we explore the sound spectrum of New York City. By using compositions as prisms, we hear colorful experiences on display.

This week, Terrance McKnight spins Sebastian Currier's epic work for violin and harp, Night Time. Also: music by J.S. Bach, Meredith Monk, Mulgrew Miller, and Nino Rota.

This week, a collection of songs for Mother's Day. We explore how mothers have influenced composers and performers musically, and create a rich soundscape.