Ben Folds Releases Celebratory Live Album with National Symphony Orchestra
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Louisville Public Media
Ben Folds criticizes the recent leadership change at the Kennedy Center, highlighting its impact on artistic integrity and mission. He is releasing a live orchestral album recorded with the National Symphony Orchestra as a protest and celebration of artistic resilience, emphasizing the importance of access, innovation, and inclusivity in the arts. Folds advocates for the arts as a vital civic and cultural engine, warning against their use as tools of authoritarianism, and underscores the importance of community, diversity, and mission-driven arts funding.