Musicians in Their Own Words archive
Listen Christian McBride
April 11, 2006 – The bassist describes his instrument as a "house on stage. You feel it more than you hear it."
Listen Abigail Washburn
September 12, 2005 – Banjo player Abigail Washburn says singing in Chinese helps her connect with her American roots.
Listen Michael Ramos
July 22, 2005 – With Charanga Cakewalk, a backup performer takes center stage and returns to his Tex-Mex roots.
Listen Del McCoury
June 20, 2005 – Del McCoury talks about 40 years of musical success, including new work with younger acts.
Listen Kathleen Hanna
May 19, 2005 – The former punk rocker, now with the group Le Tigre, is a new type of feminist icon.
Listen Bill Summers
March 22, 2005 – Percussionist Bill Summers discusses rythmic links between Africa, the Caribbean and the Americas.
Listen Manuel Barrueco
February 26, 2005 – The Cuban-born musician has been called an "aristocrat of the guitar" with "uncommon lyrical gifts."
Listen Gary Nunez
July 25, 2004 – Bassist Gary Nunez revives and re-invents his nation's rhythmic musical style.