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Arranger Dave Bartholomew's Mark on Rock History

Rock historian Ed Ward looks back on the career of the New Orleans-based musician. Bartholomew -- who's still playing today -- arranged songs for several other artists, and made many excellent novelty records of his own.

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Other segments from the episode on September 13, 1990

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, September 13, 1990: Interview with Tracy Morgan and Aldyn McKean; Commentary on Dave Bartholomew; Interview with James Adams; Review of the film "Postcards from the Edge."

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