Sound Perimeter

Today in Sound Perimeter we feature music by New York City-based Iranian composer Niloufar Nourbakhsh , and the Four Corners String Quartet, a rich tapestry of diverse sounds, rhythms, and identities that reflect unique cultures, histories, and searches for the meaning of life. I hope you are inspired by this music that transcends boundaries and offers a language that unites people from all walks...

On this week's episode of Sound Perimeter, host Lia Uribe explores water's influence on music.

Today we are celebrating Sound Perimeter’s 100th episode with a birthday gift from Gabriel Faure, a moment frozen in time in a composition by Dai Wei, and, like true Colombian lovers we are, dancing, with J Balvin and Willy William reggaeton.

Sometimes the most beautiful lullabies are the sounds of our surroundings. Today in Sound Perimeter we listened to lullabies, an invitation to reminisce on those tranquil and loving sounds of sounds from our memories, our childhood and our environment, in the hands of guitarist and composer Miroslav Tadić, and flutist and composer Ricardo Benitez.

Today in Sound Perimeter, we listen to the sounds of rivers and water, an invitation to tranquility and a reminder of nature's force and rhythm. These sounds weave a narrative of life's continuity, a constant flow mirroring the passage of time and the enduring vitality of the natural world.

It’s no secret that incorporating breathing practices into daily routines can have numerous benefits for both physical and mental well-being.

Today in Sound Perimeter, host Lia Uribe reflects on uncertainty and contemplation and extends a musical invitation to ponder on alternative perspectives and endings.

Today in Sound Perimeter, we offer two bedtime experiences: one of struggle and one of comfort. Both are beautiful in there own ways, new and refreshing, with pieces written by composers Niloufar Iravani and Evelyn Chang.

Today in Sound Perimeter we listen to pieces written by Mexican composers Jimena Contreras and Nubia Jaime Donjuan.

Lia Uribe, a University of Arkansas music professor, this week explores the depth of innocence. We hear music by Zinia Chan, Ensemble Francaix and Javier Navarrete.

Today in Sound Perimeter, we listen to the soundtrack of life and death, sadness and happiness, loneliness and community, one and all. Find more about our featured artists: Missy Mazzoli and Jacana Jacana.

Today in "Sound Perimeter," we listen to music evocative of beauty, brilliance and transcendence by composers Heitor Villalobos and Dobrinka Tabakova. We hope you enjoy these meditative selections and find in them a pause for the busyness of our world.

Today in Sound Perimeter, we let the good times and the good music roll and feature music from New Orleans musicians Courtney Bryan and street band Tuba Skinny. We hope our listeners transport themselves through time and space to enjoy the rich and profound sounds of New Orleans while thinking of the rich histories that have inspired these musicians.

In today's Sound Perimeter Lia Uribe, University of Arkansas music professor and chair of the music department, explores some unique takes on some classic Bach compositions. We hear performances by Sviatoslav Richter and Ksenija Sidorova.

This week, Lia Uribe, University of Arkansas Music Department professor and chair, explores colors, light and beauty, as portrayed in pieces by composers Julie Cooper and Adriana Verdie performed by Ensemble Oculus and the Lyrique Quintette.

Lia Uribe, associate professor and chair of the University of Arkansas Music Department, helps us explore the harp in untraditional roles for the angelic instrument. Featuring music and performances by harpists Elizabeth Steiner and Edmar Castañeda.

The concept of living between two worlds is a familiar one for University of Arkansas music professor Lia Uribe. This week, she explores that idea with music and performances by Reena Esmail and Zakir Hussain.

University of Arkansas music professor Lia Uribe this week expands our musical boundaries and joins in celebration of Black History Month with music and performances by Carlos Simon, Brice Smith, Valerie Coleman and the Imani Winds.

This week, University of Arkansas music professor Lia Uribe explores the work and performances of jazz singer and trombone soloist Aubrey Logan.

This week, Lia Uribe, associate professor and chair of the University of Arkansas Music Department, helps us kick off Women's History Month with an intentional reflection on women in music. Featuring music and performances by composers Celka Ojakangas and Anna Clyne, performed by Bantam Winds and Inbal Segev.

The latest "Sound Perimeter" highlights music of optimism while featuring composers whose works can be heard here soon.

For our first new Sound Perimeter of 2023, U of A music professor Lia Uribe explores the motifs of absence and stereotypes, featuring music from Black Violin and Carolina Heredia. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988, or seek support and assistance from a trained counselor. Their website is https://www.sprc.org/ for more resources

Today's temperature dropped and Lia Uribe, bassoon professor at the University of Arkansas, brings a collection of music to match the winter weather. Excerpts of Einojuhani Rautavaara's "Melancholy," Astor Piazzolla's "Winter in Buenos Aires" and Billie Holiday performing Irving Berlin's "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm."

As we approach the holiday season, University of Arkansas music professor Lia Uribe explores joyful music by American composers and celebrates sounds that bridge cultures and connect us as human beings. Featuring works and performances by Joseph Curiale, Alexis Alrich, and Orphic Percussion.

Today in Sound Perimeter, we explore the extremes paces of life through examples of solo low-string music by Zoë Keating and Adam Ben Ezra