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 .pdfand 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.