music
Working-class issues move to the forefront in Extreme music
July 11, 2019A nuanced change has occurred in the underground musical genres of punk, metal, and their hybrid product: hardcore.
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The Siege of Leningrad: Shostakovich and the airbrushing of history
June 26, 2019The Siege of Leningrad was recorded not only in books, but also in music.
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The melodies of today’s activism: Musical artists you should know
June 14, 2019Art can be a reflection of society, but it can also serve as a means to inspire people to better their world.
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Fare Thee Well: Joan Baez in New York City
May 10, 2019Joan Baez, an icon of folk music and progressive activism, demonstrated what we already knew. She is in solidarity with the people.
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‘March and Variations’: Stefan Wolpe’s revolutionary music for two pianos
May 9, 2019This recent release is part of a project dedicated to Wolpe’s music on Bridge Records. It’s the company’s catalog number 9516. It features three major works for four hands, two pianos. The duo, called Quattro Mani...
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