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Christopher O'Riley

Christopher O'Riley
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Christopher O'Riley

Christopher O'Riley artist page: interviews, features and/or performances archived at NPR Music

Studio Sessions

Maya Shankar

November 18, 2009 Years after suffering a debilitating hand injury, the young fiddler makes a joyful return to music.

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September 17, 2008 The adventurous classical pianist finds inspiration from an equally free-spirited jazz trio.

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September 10, 2008 Young musicians join guest violinist Hilary Hahn in performances of Schubert and Dvorak.

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November 4, 2007 O'Riley has handpicked some of the most compelling popular songs of our day.

Interviews & Profiles

Maya Shankar

November 18, 2009 Years after suffering a debilitating hand injury, the young fiddler makes a joyful return to music.

William Harvey and Christopher O'Riley

September 6, 2009 The radio showcase for young musicians celebrates by catching up with some of its illustrious alums.

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June 13, 2006 Christopher O'Riley's latest CD is a classical translation of the late singer-songwriter's work.

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April 14, 2006 Music from Jean-Philippe Rameau and alt-rocker Elliott Smith, interepreted by pianist O'Riley.

Discover Songs

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September 17, 2008 The adventurous classical pianist finds inspiration from an equally free-spirited jazz trio.

March 2, 2005 New music from The Decemberists; Canada's country rocker Kathleen Edwards; Remembering the music...

December 21, 2003 It certainly is the age of the song. The days of the MP3 aren't so different from the days of th...

June 16, 2003 Modern torch songs with Cassandra Wilson; the gloomy, introspective Lisa Germano; Christopher O'...

More Stories

Christophe O'Riley

January 25, 2011 The pianist proposes that greater responsibility lies with musicians and industry insiders.

Sierra Nadine

June 23, 2010 Nadine Sierra is the youngest soprano ever to win the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions.

Bassist Evan Premo

March 30, 2010 From the Top alum Evan Premo finds his true love through music. Watch the video.

Pianist Christopher O'Riley

November 6, 2009 See the pianist play Ravel's Le Tombeau de Couperin, an old favorite from his student days.

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