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The Brian Lehrer Show

Previewing All Of It's Public Song Project 2025

Jan 3, 2025
Simon Close, producer of WNYC's All of It, discusses the exciting launch of the Public Song Project, which encourages musicians to create new works from public domain art. He shares engaging trivia about public domain music and highlights the LP release featuring Rhiannon Giddens. The transformation of the song 'Anytime' is explored, showcasing its journey through musical history. Close also talks about the significance of Public Domain Day, unveiling upcoming opportunities for creative reinterpretation, including 'Singing in the Rain.'
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  • The Public Song Project encourages creative adaptations of historical works in the public domain, fostering innovation among musicians and listeners alike.
  • A trivia game featured in the episode highlighted the complexities of copyright history, enhancing audience engagement while educating about public domain laws.

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Introduction to the Public Song Project

The Public Song Project invites listeners to create songs based on works that have entered the public domain, allowing for creative adaptations without copyright restrictions. This concept provides an opportunity for individuals to engage with historical music, poetry, literature, and more, which can now be freely remixed and shared. For this initiative, the team has created an album that features contributions from various talented musicians, including their own vinyl release. The upcoming celebration event at Joe's Pub will showcase these artists and their interpretations, highlighting the richness of public domain works.

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