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Jane Eisner's new bio of Carole King traces the decades-spanning career, with all its triumphs and setbacks, of one of America's most influential singer-songwriters.

The dulcet-voiced broadcaster says he plans to stay in touch with his audience through his writing, cabaret singing and playing front-man for the band, Pink Martini.

Wordsmith's multifaceted abilities are on display in his latest albums, which defy genre and carry the full spectrum of human emotion.

JHU Peabody Institute professor Amit Peled talks about why he's dedicated to keeping musicians and Maryland and why studying music creates better citizens.

Starting next fall, the district will pilot a teacher-sharing model for instrumental music education — hiring one teacher to split their time between two schools in need.

Sometimes, it's in the blood.

This week on the podcast, two stories about women who kept the music alive while pursuing decidedly non-musical careers.

Midday is joined by New York's premiere cabaret couple, Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano. The husband and wife. team are celebrating their 20th anniversary with their latest project, Painting the Town.

A new photography collection presents portraits of more than 80 local bands and musicians.

The Beatles played the Civic Center and George Harrison drank from a school water fountain.