Nov 28th, 2008 · Taj Mahal's new album, Maestro, celebrates an illustrious career, mingling original work with genre classics and songs written by some of the many artists he's influenced, including Ben Harper, Ziggy Marley and Los Lobos. Hear a session from WXPN.
Sep 9th, 2007 · Over the last 16-plus seasons, Alf Clausen has written the music behind the animated TV series The Simpsons. Now, on the eve of the program's 19th season, a new CD gathers some of Clausen's greatest hits, complete with cameos from famous guest musicians.
Apr 27th, 2007 · Mstislav Rostropovich left his mark both on the world of classical music and the musicians he played with. Music commentator Miles Hoffman played under Rostropovich for seven years. He tells Steven Inskeep that the maestro's hands were notable for more than their ability to work the cello.
Apr 23rd, 2006 · Composer Edgar Meyer's self-titled CD takes advantage of his many talents. Jacki Lyden visits Philadelphia's Curtis Institute of Music, where Meyer also finds time to teach, for a conversation with a musical master.
Dec 29th, 2004 · In a special music rebroadcast, NPR's Tony Cox sits down with internationally renowned flautist Hubert Laws to reflect on his career and look ahead to new projects.