October 11, 1988

Dutch Composer Edo de Waart

Waart specializes in 20th century classical music, and leads the Minnesota Orchestra. He first established himself in the Netherlands before moving to the United States. Wart joins Fresh Air to discuss the differences between American and European orchestra management, and the need for more adventurous programming.

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Edo de Waart

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Terry Gross

Other segments from the episode on October 11, 1988

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, October 11, 1988: Interview with Neal Gabler; Commentary on Mike Bloomfield; Interview with Edo de Waart; Review of the film "Bird."

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October 11, 1988

27:55

Film Critic Neal Gabler on "How the Jews Invented Hollywood"

The writer's new book, An Empire of Their Own, examines the long-neglected history of how a group of Jewish European emigrees created the screen's idea of the American Dream, and how America adopted that dream.

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Neal Gabler

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October 11, 1988

06:36

Remembering Blues Virtuoso Mike Bloomfield

Rock historian Ed Ward profiles the late guitarist, whom he knew personally. Bloomfield grew up a rich kid in Chicago, and later started one of the city's first integrated blues bands. He's notable for updating the genre by linking it to folk traditions.

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October 11, 1988

03:30

Clint Eastwood's Uncompromising Biopic "Bird"

Film critic Stephen Schiff reviews the new film based on the life of legendary saxophonist Charlie Parker. Schiff says it makes up for its lack of narrative drive with insight and an excellent soundtrack.

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Stephen Schiff

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Dutch Composer Edo de Waart

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Other segments from the episode on October 11, 1988

Film Critic Neal Gabler on "How the Jews Invented Hollywood"

Remembering Blues Virtuoso Mike Bloomfield

Clint Eastwood's Uncompromising Biopic "Bird"

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