S5E12 Music Journalist Kira Grunenberg!

Liz sits down with Kira Grunenberg, accomplished music journalist, to explore her journey from classical training to writing about bluegrass, jazz, and beyond. They discuss improvisation, perfectionism, and how different musical worlds intersect—along with how the way we talk about music has changed over time. Join in the conversation and get the inside story … literally! Enjoy!

Mentioned in this Episode:
Kira Grunenberg

Events of Note:
Liz Wolfe and the City College Pickers at Mary O’s Pub – May 5^th at 9PM at New York NY
Swamp in the City Cajun & Creole Music Festival – May 7^th to 10^th at Red Hook, Brooklyn NY
BKCM “Open Stages” Music Festival – May 9^th at Park Slope, Brooklyn NY
Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15^th to 19^th at Oak Hill NY

Music in this Episode:
“Big Ball in Brooklyn” – Damn Tall Buildings
“June Apple” – Michael Daves, with Brittany Haas

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