In this episode of Fresh Air Weekend, host Terry Gross interviews Jon Batiste about his new album, "Beethoven Blues," where he reinterprets Beethoven’s works through a blues perspective. Batiste shares his insights on the rhythmic similarities and emotional resonance between Beethoven's compositions and the blues. The episode also features book critic Maureen Corrigan recommending her top books of the year, along with an engaging conversation with visual artist Mickalene Thomas. Thomas's exhibition, "All About Love," focuses on Black women, redefining traditional depictions of the Black female form in art while celebrating their strength and sensuality.
