(Turn up the volume a bit, the first piece starts out softly.) This coffee break puts on its hiking boots, dons scuba gear, and packs a thermos of java to begin a journey around the globe. Natural wonders and their topography have always inspired composers to recreate the Earth in music. Grab your passport and enjoy the celebration of Mother Earth. (FYI--as of this posting Pulitzer Prize-winning George Crumb is very much alive.) contact the show at yccb@mauriceriverpress.com