Music

Lessons From Legends

By Peter M. Laffin

Prior to the Homespun Tapes’ there hadn’t really been any way to learn how to play folk music other than by transcribing it by ear from old 78s or by getting enlightenment firsthand.

CD Review: John Esposito Quintet

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One beautiful thing about ensemble jazz recording is that the musicians truly have to play in the same room at the same time.

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CD Review: Guitars & Hearts

By Jason Stern

Raw and passionate without being excessively “grrrl,” Guitars & Hearts runs the gamut, exploring gender variance and queerness in a way that almost any listener can relate to.

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CD: Todd Giudice

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Todd Giudice’s latest is aptly titled—the little-known secret is that this 12-track CD is solid as stone.

Nightlife Highlights

By Bethany Saltman

April is another great month of musical performances.

Divine Alliance

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On April 10, the Bardavon in Poughkeepsie will host a stop on the eagerly anticipated tour pairing virtuoso pianist Brad Mehldau with legendary guitarist Pat Metheny.

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Guitar Glory

By Puja Thomson

On April 14, Leo Kottke, joins David Lindley, at the historic Paramount Center for the Arts in Peekskill.