This is a great introduction to a great musician. The cuts are well edited and despite the English-Spanish translation going on, there's a nice rapport between the interviewer and the interviewee. The musical selections are well chosen, demonstrating Valdes's virtuosity. They are also pleasingly blended with the conversation. A very classy piece.
An esteemed author on the nature of writing and the often overlooked distinction between story and plot. As a long-time fan of Le Guin, I found this "riff" of great interest.
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Comment for "Chucho Valdes"
Warren Black
Posted on March 11, 2006 at 12:43 PM | Permalink
Review of Chucho Valdes
This is a great introduction to a great musician. The cuts are well edited and despite the English-Spanish translation going on, there's a nice rapport between the interviewer and the interviewee. The musical selections are well chosen, demonstrating Valdes's virtuosity. They are also pleasingly blended with the conversation. A very classy piece.
Comment for "Ursula Le Guin's Riff on Writing"
Warren Black
Posted on June 21, 2005 at 08:55 AM | Permalink
Review of Ursula Le Guin's Riff on Writing
An esteemed author on the nature of writing and the often overlooked distinction between story and plot. As a long-time fan of Le Guin, I found this "riff" of great interest.