Turning tragedy into music

Friday, September 12, 2008

We take a sonic tour of music inspired by tragedy. How composers have turned tragedy into music, and its cathartic power.
NOTES FROM TERRANCE MCKNIGHT ON HIS SELECTIONS
Americans heard a lot of sad music during the anniversary of 9/11 this week. But great music is born of tragedy, inspiring composers to create what moves us. Terrance McKnight, music host at WNYC, took a sonic tour of music inspired by tragedy and examined its cathartic power.
Guest: Terrance McKnight, host of WNYC's Evening Music

Contributors:

Mark Garrison

Comments [2]

bill

Hockenberry & McKnight pontificating in voice overs about absolute drivel. This isn't responsible radio!

Sep. 12 2008 02:39 PM
Waldo

The music that gives me comfort in the face of adversity is the theme to NPR's Morning Edition.

Sep. 12 2008 10:40 AM

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