Seasons & episodes

S2 · E25Bowerbirds 2009-11-16＋

Bowerbirds' handcrafted songs creak and swell like wooden floorboards in an old house.

S2 · E26Zee Avi 2009-11-23＋

Avi sings three hushed lullabies, including her signature cover of Morrissey's "First of the Gang."

S2 · E27Andrew W.K. 2009-11-30＋

The fearless party-rocker stands in NPR Music's offices and performs four songs alone at the piano.

S2 · E28Lightning Dust 2009-12-07＋

Lightning Dust specializes in quiet moments, whether in a shared glance or a finely knit harmony.

S2 · E29Fanfarlo 2009-12-16＋

The charming London indie-folk band performs a holiday-themed set in the NPR Music offices.

S2 · E30Australian Chamber Orchestra 2009-12-21＋

Members of the adventurous ensemble play music by Ravel and an original piece, Egyptian-style.