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While visiting friends in New Orleans in the summer of 2006, we were struck by the sights of a city that is still devastated by last year's hurricane Katrina. During our stay, we met many locals who had been affected. Their determination was something close to inspirational. And their love for their land was obvious. At one point, we found ourselves gathered together in one of the traditions that makes New Orleans one-of-a kind.
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Piece Description
While visiting friends in New Orleans in the summer of 2006, we were struck by the sights of a city that is still devastated by last year's hurricane Katrina. During our stay, we met many locals who had been affected. Their determination was something close to inspirational. And their love for their land was obvious. At one point, we found ourselves gathered together in one of the traditions that makes New Orleans one-of-a kind.
Broadcast History
originally aired on WYPR's Audio Arts Magazine, The Signal.
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Posted on November 02, 2006 at 07:15 AM | Permalink
Review of Second Line in New Orleans
This radio portrait of a New Orleans jazz funeral, from Baltimore-based producer Mary Rose Madden, captures the excitement of an outsider taking in a new cultural experience for the first time. Madden narrates this sound-rich feature with a contagious enthusiasm and a great eye for detail. She's not afraid to include tape of herself interacting with the musicians and dancers in the Second Line, and the result is a very personal piece, as much about the kindness of strangers as it is about the funeral procession. And then there's the live music, recorded expertly and embroidered throughout the story with great effect. All in all, this is a very original piece from a promising new voice on the scene.