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Stephen C. Foster (1826–1864) was a prolific song composer. A few of his minstrel tunes have become so enmeshed in American musical culture that they are often thought to be folk songs. Although he died in poverty and most of his music was quickly fo... more

In today’s episode from the Vault, we revisit a 1982 lecture by the composer Lukas Foss, a leader of the American musical avant garde of the 1960s and 70s. In this lecture, a part of the “New American Music Series” of Gallatin Lectures at NYU, Foss d... more

P FKN R: How Bad Bunny Became the Global Voice of Puerto Rican Resistance (Duke UP, 2026) explores the work of Puerto Rican musical superstar Bad Bunny (Benito A. Martinez Ocasio), focusing on his cultural and political significance.Global superstar ... more

Rick Fröberg was an accomplished artist and musician born in Southern California who spent most of his early creative years in San Diego before moving to New York, and then back to San Diego toward the end of his life. While juggling both of his crea... more

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Recent Guests

Lukas Foss
A leading American composer and pianist, known for his interpretations of Bach and contributions to modern music.
Episode: Lukas Foss: A "New American Music Series" Gallatin Lecture, April 15, 1982
Vanessa Díaz
Co-author of P FKN R, with a background in cultural studies and Puerto Rican resistance
Duke University
Episode: Vanessa Díaz and Petra R. Rivera-Rideau, "P FKN R: How Bad Bunny Became the Global Voice of Puerto Rican Resistance" (Duke UP, 2026)
Petra Rivera-Rideau
Co-author of P FKN R, scholar focused on Reggaeton and Puerto Rican cultural studies
Duke University
Episode: Vanessa Díaz and Petra R. Rivera-Rideau, "P FKN R: How Bad Bunny Became the Global Voice of Puerto Rican Resistance" (Duke UP, 2026)
Sohrab Habibon
Collaborator and friend of Rick Fröberg, involved in the curation of the art book
Episode: "Plenty for All: The Art of Rick Fröberg" (Akashic Books, Ltd., 2016)
Caitlin Vincent
Opera librettist, cultural labor scholar, and author
Episode: Caitlin Vincent, "Opera Wars: Inside the World of Opera and the Battles for Its Future" (Simon and Schuster, 2026)
Andy Cowan
Author of B-Side, A Flipsided History of Pop
Episode: Andy Cowan, "B-Side: A Flipsided History of Pop" (Headpress, 2023)
Max Brzezinski
Writer and author of Vinyl Age, A Guide to Record Collecting Now, and his latest book Under Pressure, A Song by David Bowie and Queen.
Duke University Press
Episode: Max Brzezinski, "Under Pressure: A Song by David Bowie and Queen" (Duke UP, 2025)
Renee Lapp Norris
Scholar and author specializing in American music and minstrelsy
A-R Editions
Episode: Renee Lapp Norris, "Opera Parody Songs of Blackface Minstrels (1844–1860)" (A-R Editions, 2025)
Jibola Fagbamiye
Visual artist and co-author of 'Fela: Music Is the Weapon'
Episode: Jibola Fagbamiye and Conor McCreery, "Fela: Music Is the Weapon" (Amistad Press, 2025)

Hosts

Bradley Morgan
A knowledgeable host experienced in engaging with authors and scholars in music-related discussions.
Marshall Poe
Founder and Editor with a rich understanding of music scholarship and its intersection with public discourse.
Ryan Purcell
Co-host and producer with a focus on music discussions that emphasize cultural history and contemporary issues.

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"Plenty for All: The Art of Rick Fröberg" (Akashic Books, Ltd., 2016)
Q: Can you talk a little bit about how you went about just being like, we need to find these pieces and put this together?
We reached out to the music community through word of mouth to locate his artwork and gather contributions for the book.
"Plenty for All: The Art of Rick Fröberg" (Akashic Books, Ltd., 2016)
Q: Could you start by talking a little bit about this book and its collection?
The book is a tabletop art book of Rick Fröberg's work, curated after his passing to showcase his artistic depth beyond music-related artwork.
Lukas Foss: A "New American Music Series" Gallatin Lecture, April 15, 1982
Q: What composers or pieces would you suggest for us to listen to?
Foss recommends listening to Beethoven's Große Fuge, works by Mozart, Ives, and a variety of living composers, emphasizing continued engagement with their music despite its complexity.
Lukas Foss: A "New American Music Series" Gallatin Lecture, April 15, 1982
Q: Could you trace the development of your own music and talk about where you are now?
Foss recounts his journey starting from age seven with piano lessons, leading to compositions stemming from his teachings, and the struggles he faced while learning from various influential composers.
Caitlin Vincent, "Opera Wars: Inside the World of Opera and the Battles for Its Future" (Simon and Schuster, 2026)
Q: Why does diversity opera matter?
Caitlin explains that diversity in opera is crucial for making the art form relevant and inclusive, especially in addressing outdated tropes and ensuring accurate representation.

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