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Here’s a quick look at half a dozen new EPs and full-length albums from artists you might not have heard of. They all merit a listen, and at least a few of them deserve standing ovations.

The first volume, 'Harmony,' in composer Karen LeFrak's new four-album solo piano project 'Interlude' is out now on Naxos. These solo piano pieces are crafted to produce a state of engaged relaxation.

Walt Disco and Jealous were among the highlights on the first night of SXSW Music Festival 2021 on March 16.

SXSW Music Festival 2021 features over 280 artists via unique online music showcases from March 16-20, 2021.

Composer Karen LeFrak talks about her new four-album solo piano project 'Interlude.' 'During the pandemic,' she says, 'my creative energy has really had a chance to grow.' The first volume, 'Harmony,' has just been released.

A new collection serves up previously unreleased Bob Dylan material from 1970. Plus, New Moon Jelly Roll Freedom Rockers, Vivian Leva & Riley Calcagno, and 3 Pairs of Boots.

The conductor spoke with us about reimagining opera for a young video-obsessed generation, and about the challenges and rewards of staging live opera with an audience during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Baritone Will Liverman superbly sings art songs by Black composers spanning most of the 20th century on 'Dreams of a New Day.'

'Poly Styrene: I'm A Cliché' is a heartbreaking and empowering film telling the story of one of the great figures of British punk.

The Band's third album reappears in a 50th anniversary edition that includes a 1971 concert and surround-sound audio.