Today's "Sound Perimeter" features music by Brazilian composers. Brazilian music is a vibrant tapestry that weaves together a rich diversity of sounds and styles. From the nostalgic melodies of traditional samba and bossa nova to the bold rhythms of contemporary jazz and the innovative experiments in modern music, Brazil’s musical landscape is as varied as its culture.

Today's "Sound Perimeter" features pieces by 20th century American composers Ruth Crawford Seeger and Samuel Barber, with their innovative approach to rhythms and textures.

Today's "Sound Perimeter" explores music echoing other artists. Pieces in today's episode include Mario Lavista’s "Lament" for flute, which is inspired by a poem by Wang Wei, and Bora Yoon’s "The Houses we carry Within", which engages with artist Do Ho Suh's concept that "home is everywhere and nowhere".

Today's "Sound Perimeter" features pieces by Hildur Guðnadóttir and Francis Poulenc's, based on sound layers and expressive dialogues.

Today in "Sound Perimeter", light was our common thread. Light that helps us reflect, light that helps us see ourselves, light that unveils love and makes us dance.

Today's "Sound Perimeter" celebrates the richness and variety of African American music, featuring pieces and composers who have profoundly influenced American music and captivated audiences around the globe.

Today's "Sound Perimeter" explores the violin, with its rich history and expressive range. Performances by Julia Fischer, Benjamin Beilman and Jaylon Black.

Today's "Sound Perimeter" features music inspired by motherly love and celebrated mothers and maternal figures honoring their presence and holding space for them through music. Music by American composer and pianist Amy Beach (interpreted by Lili Tobias), as well as Mary Phillips and pianist J.J. Penna interpreting Charles Ives. Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welch and Alison Krauss are also featured.

Today's "Sound Perimeter" features ballads by composers Teresa Carreno and David Del Tredici. Each with a unique voice found inspiration to use this genre and portray love, passion, innocence and even the color yellow.

Today's "Sound Perimeter" features music inspired by flowers, as we were reminded of the profound connection between nature and art.