This list reflects the programming of WUNC Radio: All Things Considered, Morning Edition, Talk of the Nation (Hour 2), Weekend Edition Saturday and Sunday, Fresh Air, Monitor Radio Early Edition, The People's Pharmacy and Soundings. NPR (TM) ALBUM REVIEWS FROM WUNC RADIO 10/5 - 10/11 1995 October 3, 1995: Singer Emmylou Harris spoke to Noah Adams about her new album "Wrecking Ball" (Elektra/Asylum 007559618542). October 6, 1995: A profile of Mario Grigorov, a Bulgarian-born pianist, by Susan Stamberg. He combines classical technique with jazz and his new album is "Rhymes with Orange" (Mirage 009362456792). October 6, 1995: An interview with Michael Valenti who composed the "Processional for the Pontiff" played in Central Park for the pope's visit to New York City. October 6, 1995: Singer/songwriter Natalie Merchant talked with Linda Wertheimer about her first solo album since leaving 10,000 Maniacs "Tigerlily" (007559617452). October 8, 1995: Folk legend Joan Baez and up-and-coming-singer Dar Williams spoke with Liane Hansen about the piece written by Williams and sung by both, available on the CD "Ring Them Bells" (Guardian 7243 8 34989 2) and Williams' solo version available on "The Honesty Room" (Razor & Tie RT 2816). October 9, 1995: Cittern player Gerald Trimble talked about how the theft of his cittern (which he developed) caused him to re-think his musical style and to explore different forms of music. He was eventually re-united with his cittern, named Excalibur. October 10, 1995: A review of the new recording by American composer David Diamond, reviewed by Tom Manoff. "David Diamond Chamber Music" (Cedille Records (312)404-0758). October 10, 1995: Tejano singer Emilio Navaira talked with Noah Adams about the new musical territory he is exploring in "Life is Good" (07243832392). Albums mentioned on Monitor Radio(R): October 9, 1995: Tim Riley reviewed a new CD recording of "Vespers" by Sergei Rachmaninoff (072435451242). Albums profiled on Fresh Air with host Terry Gross: October 6, 1995: "My Heart Sings" and "In the Garden" by gospel singer Betty Johnson of "The Johnson Family." Both albums were released on her own label Johnson Gray; the second features her daughter. "It's Over" (Reference Recordings 003091110462), "Here" (Elba Records 004019350082), and "Love is Letting Go" (DRG Records 002147114362) by soprano Eileen Farrell. October 11, 1995: An interview with Raul Malo of The Mavericks whose new album is "Music For All" (000881112572). Albums on the People's Pharmacy, October 7, 1995: "Stained Glass Memories" by Scott Cossu (Windham Hill WD-11120). "Wishing Well" by Richard Schonherz and Peter Scott (Windham Hill WD-1065). "Andecy" by Andrew York (Windham Hill WD-1072). COMING UP ON NPR's PERFORMANCE TODAY - OCTOBER 9 - 16, 1995 Thursday, October 12 Hour 1--Host Martin Goldsmith talks with Dennis Keene, conductor of the Voices of Ascension Chorus and Orchestra, featured on the "The Durufle (DOO-roo-flay) Album." The new CD showcases the music of the late Maurice Durufle (1902-1986), one of the first 20th-century composers to merge ancient and modern music. ("The Durufle Album," Delos DE 3169) Hour 2--In this week's trip to the Basic Record Library, Martin and critic Ted Libbey discuss Ralph Vaughn Williamsa Symphony No. 5 and recommend three outstanding recordings available on compact disc. (Philharmonia Orchestra/Leonard Slatkin/RCA Red Seal 60556-2; Royal Philharmonic/Andre Previn/Telarc CD-80158; Royal Liverpool Philharmonic/Vernon Handley/EMI CDM 62029) ***Note: Performance Today is proud to announce the publication of the PT Basic Record Library booklet, a compilation of Ted's CD picks from 1989 to 1994 in a handsome, 70-page, three-color, spiral-bound edition. The booklet costs $6 plus $2.50 for shipping and handling. Checks for $8.50 should be made out to National Public Radio and sent to: Basic Library Booklet, Performance Today, NPR, 635 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001-3753. Allow 3-5 weeks for delivery.*** Friday, October 13 Hour 1--At 30, Welsh bass-baritone Bryn Terfel (brin tur-VEL) carries on the tradition of British baritones who combine swagger with sensitivity. Critic Lloyd Schwartz reviews Terfel's latest recording, which shows off the dark gleam in Terfel's voice and the lyrical drama of songs by Ralph Vaughan Williams, Gerald Finzi, John Ireland, and George Butterworth. ("The Vagabond," DG 445 946-2) FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION, COME AND BROWSE PERFORMANCE TODAY'S WORLD WIDE WEB PAGE.... http://www.npr.org/programs/PerformanceToday/pt.html Album Lists are now available on the internet via World Wide Web (http://www.npr.org/) and gopher gopher.npr.org. This text is Copyright (c) 1995 by WUNC Radio (WUNCRADIO@UNC.EDU) and Erika Grams (compiler). All Rights Reserved. Permission is granted by the copyright holder to distribute this file electronically or otherwise in full as long as attribution is made.