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Listen to Worlds of Sound author Richard Carlin on three archived radio programs
Richard Carlin recently appeared on three radio programs (NPR’s Talk of the Nation (also featuring Mike Seeger), WNYC’s Sound Check, and WYPR’s Tapestry of the Times) to discuss the new book Worlds of Sound: the Story of Smithsonian Folkways.
Nine Smithsonian Folkways Albums Named to "Recordings to Hear Before You Die" List
Nine Smithsonian Folkways albums were selected in the new book 1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die, a Listener’s Life List. Click here to learn more.
"Honk-Hiss-Tweet-GGGGGGGGGG and Other Children’s Favorites" by Tom Glazer now available
Tom Glazer’s uncanny ability to "speak to children as saints speak to birds," as touted by the New York Times, rings loud and clear in this signature collection of live performances by this legendary children’s artist.
Stream Nobel Voices for Disarmament free for a limited time, download free lesson plan.
Introduced and narrated by Academy Award-winning actor, producer and United Nations Messenger of Peace Michael Douglas, Nobel Voices honors the achievements of the last century's Nobel Peace Prize winners in disarmament and arms control. Click here to stream the album free and download a free lesson plan.