As the world continues to mourn actors Bud Cort and Robert Duvall upon their recent passings, we will enjoy several musical selections in honor of each Friday afternoon.
Robert Duvall, who passed away on February 15 at the age of 95, would make his screen debut as Boo Radley in the 1962 film classic To Kill a Mockingbird. Though his character doesn't utter a single word, Duvall's command of the screen every moment he is on, made clear one clear they were in the presence of something special, as Duvall delivered an utterly compelling performance, the first of countless compelling performances he would give throughout his illustrious career. In honor of Duvall and that unforgettable screen debut, we'll hear Elmer Bernstein's classic score for To Kill a Mockingbird Friday afternoon, as well as the main title music from another film that would bring together Elmer Bernstein and Robert Duvall once again—and contain one of Duvall's most celebrated performances—The Great Santini.
We'll also remember Bud Cort—who died on February 11 at the age of 77 (best known and loved for his titular perromance in the film Harold and Maude)—with some of the classical music pieces that appear within that beloved 1971 cult comedy, along with another surprise or two.
You can hear Foley Schuler's musical selections—and stories behind the music—every weekday afternoon from 1 until 4 on Blue Lake Public Radio.
