March 30, 1990

Sergio and Odair Assad: The Fresh Air Concert.

A studio concert by the Assad Brothers. The two brothers, Sergio and Odair, are from Brazil. They perform classical acoustic guitar duets, including works by 20th century South American composers. The Assads also commission works by prominent contemporary composers such as Astor Piazolla. (Interview by Marty Moss-Coane) (Rebroadcast. Original date 10/21/88).

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Fresh Air with Terry Gross, March 30, 1990: Interview with Sergio and Odair Assad; Commentary on the Haitian music "compas"; Interview with Paul Auster; Review of the film "Cinema Paradiso."

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March 30, 1990

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The History and Stars of Compas/Kompa.

World music commentator Milo Miles talks about compas (or kompa, or konpa), the popular music of Haiti. He shows how the roots of compas are in the eclectic musical influences Haiti has absorbed over the years.

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March 30, 1990

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Paul Auster on Leaving Room for the Reader.

Writer Paul Auster. Auster began his writing life first as a poet and translator. In a review of his fifth novel, "Moon Palace," Jane Smiley said, "Auster's style is continually surprising and arresting...the characters are drawn with precision and wit...with great generosity and love." Auster's other books include City of Glass, Ghosts, and a memoir, The Invention of Solitude. (Interview by Marty Moss-Coane)

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March 30, 1990

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A Masterful Italian Film.

Critic-at-large Laurie Stone reviews "Cinema Paradiso," winner of this year's Academy Award for best foreign film.

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Laurie Stone

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He began his career with the Yardbirds in 1966. Two years later, Page formed Led Zeppelin. His powerful playing established the framework for classic tracks like "Whole Lotta Love," "Rock 'N' Roll," "Black Dog," "When The Levee Breaks" and "Achilles Last Stand." Remastered footage from several 1970s Led Zeppelin concerts has just been released on a 2-DVD set.

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Sergio and Odair Assad: The Fresh Air Concert.

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The History and Stars of Compas/Kompa.

Paul Auster on Leaving Room for the Reader.

A Masterful Italian Film.

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