The day we visited Tom McDermott’s home, the sound of James Booker’s “Classified” greeted us. It was a sweet gesture: walking into a man’s home to the sound of your radio show’s theme music.
McDermott knows how to communicate with a piano.
Blame it on Rio… and ragtime. McDermott has a piano playing style that smacks of sweet melodies, savory harmonies, and spicy Brazilian rhythm. And he serves up all three this hour. Pull up a chair, and enjoy.
MORE FROM TOM McDERMOTT
There's a lot more from Tom McDermott on the program's website, including video of his performance of the choro "Casa Denise." Visit musicinsideout.org for more.
PLAYLIST
We have put together a playlist of all the music heard in this hour’s broadcast. Feel free to download the .pdf and take it with you on your next trip to your local record store. Quite a bit of the music is also available for you to stream to your computer or your phone. Enjoy Tom McDermott’s music.
