The Havana Sessions is a new CD from Parma Recordings. Bob Lord, CEO of Parma, talks about the experience of meeting some of the greatest living musicians in Cuba, and putting together this inspired collaborative collection of music.

Music by: Abrazo

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The Mehmet Polat Trio is a spiritual yet adventurous meeting of three virtuoso players with their magical instruments: Oud (Mehmet Polat), Ngoni & Percussion (Victor Sams) and Ney (Pelin Başar) With roots in the Ottoman, ancient Anatolian, Balkan and West African music traditions, the trio welcomes you to join them on their journey. Mehmet and Victor join Baruch for a conversation, and play beautiful music. Tour Dates

Music by: The Mehmet Polat Trio

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Craig Hyman has been part of the music scene for going on 4 decades. You’ve probably never heard of him, but he has been involved in the production aspect of music, TV, film, and radio since his college days. Tune in to hear about his experiences and what he’s up to nowadays! Craig is also an adoptee who works with other adoptees and their families.

Music by: Bob Dylan, The Temptations, Skip James, Ali Farka Touré, Grateful Dead, and Humble Pie.

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Siama Matuzungidi started life in the Congo where he discovered his love for the guitar. Now, many years later, Siama is making music in the US. His new CD is Rivers – from the Congo to the Mississippi. Siama tells some of his story to Baruch on this episode of Paradigms. Siama is an upbeat guy with an infectious laugh and plenty of determination. His music is all about positive vibrations!

Music by: Siama Matuzungidi, and Bavon Marie Marie.

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Benji Kaplan has a new CD out called Uai Sô. Born in New York, Benji started out playing percussion with his Dad, learned to play guitar, and eventually discovered Brazilian music. Benji shares his musical journey and inspirations, and we listen to some beautiful music from Uai Sô.

Music by: Benji Kaplan, and Django Reinhardt.

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