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The classical pianist Hunter Noack has embarked on an unusual journey, to take his music to natural landscapes well beyond the concert halls.
Singer-songwriter Tom Lehrer, who gained prominence for his political satire, has reportedly died at the age of 97.
A mathematician by training, he acquired a devoted following with songs that set sardonic lyrics to music that was often maddeningly cheerful.
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Tom Lehrer, an influential musical satirist who came to fame with songs addressing topical events in the '50s and '60s, has ...
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In a surprising cultural crossover moment, Lehrer once sent a handwritten letter to 2 Chainz after learning the rap artist had sampled his music for the 2012 song “Dope Peddler.” ...
Distraught fan messages are pouring in, including a touching tribute from comedian "Weird Al" Yankovic to his "musical hero." ...
NPR critic Linda Holmes has been a Billy Joel fan since the '80s. HBO's new two-part documentary still taught her something ...
I've been thinking about how brands shine on for generations after hearing about the North American leg of Paul McCartney’s ...
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