New York Voices goes underground to spend time with some musicians that provide the soundtrack for your commute with this profile of four artists from the MTA’s Music Under New York Program (MUNY). Watch now.
The profiles include Jeremiah Lockwood, Alex LoDico, Natalia Paruz (also known as the “Saw Lady“) and The Ebony Hillbillies, one of the last black string bands in America. The MTA Arts for Transit currently manages over 100 performers, ranging from jazz ensembles to opera singers to Latin guitarists. With over 125 different performances a week at 25 locations throughout the MTA system, MUNY performers add a dose of musical flair to the city’s excitement and chaos. Since 1985, the “MTA’s Music Under New York” program has been bringing live performances to subway stations all accross the city. These four acts have been providing the soundtrack to New York commuters for years. Watch segment. (Originally aired: 6/2008)
NOTE: Music Under NY segment starts about 1 minute in.
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Great program! I’ve seen Jeremiah and of course my favorit the ‘Saw Lady’ at Union Square many times – these musicains are truely a gift to the city. Thank you for the insight into their personalities.