Music of the World Cup: The Finalists

One has experimental jazz, an acclaimed symphony orchestra, and plenty of "Nederpop." The other has flamenco, zarzuela, a strong opera tradition and a cornucopia of pop and rock styes... Jul 9, 2010

Music of the World Cup: Classical Edition

The circle of still-standing teams might be shrinking, but World Cup fever continues to grow. Today, we’ll hear how the soccer tournament’s influence has spread to the world of classi... Jul 2, 2010

Music of the World Cup: Soccer Diplomacy

At an international competition like the World Cup, a match between countries with strained relations can seem to be about much more than soccer.  Jun 25, 2010

Top Five Soccer Pieces

The World Cup is a highly musical event, full of national anthems and novelty songs. As the events begin in Brazil, here are five classical pieces to get you pumped.

Jun 20, 2010

Music of the World Cup: The Vuvuzela

Whether you're a soccer fan or just own a TV, you're probably familiar with the sound of the vuvuzela: it's the plastic horn that thousands of spectators have been playing at the Worl... Jun 18, 2010

Music of the World Cup: Ivory Coast and South Africa

Today, we kick off a five-part Friday series on how music is shaping the biggest soccer tournament on the planet. Music journalist and Soundcheck contributor Gary Burton joins us for ... Jun 11, 2010