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Huey Lewis talks hearing loss

Huey Lewis and the News are in the mood to celebrate, joking about their age as they prepare for the release of what is almost certainly their last album, titled “Weather.” At 69, Lewis, who has performed in bands for most of his life, had no intention of slowing down, but his diagnosis of Meniere’s Disease – a hearing disorder which has affected his voice – has made the decision for him. John Blackstone reports. Source

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Strike up the band!

Third grader Henry Boyer, of Howell, Michigan, was so blown away by the University of Michigan marching band that he wrote a letter to them saying how he’d love to sign up someday – approximately in 2029. Their response struck a major chord in this young man’s life. Steve Hartman reports. Source

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Nature: Songbirds in Texas

“Sunday Morning” attends a concert by migratory songbirds in High Island, Texas, on the Gulf Coast. Videographer: Judith Lehmberg. Source

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Huey Lewis on his hearing loss

Because of the debilitating symptoms of Meniere’s disease, which has affected his hearing, the frontman of Huey Lewis and the News says their upcoming album, “Weather,” will likely be their last Source

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Gustavo Dudamel’s musical mission

Conductor Gustavo Dudamel, music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, is a rock star of the classical world, and he brings that star power when he meets young musicians in schools and colleges across the country. An ambassador of the sublime, he talks with John Dickerson about the transformative power of music, and shares his infectious excitement in performances that transmit the necessity of making art a part of your life. Source

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Raffi: Songs for the young and young at heart

For more than 40 years the folk singer-turned-rock star to kids has been singing songs to delight multiple generations. Correspondent Serena Altschul sits down with Raffi Cavoukian, whose hits include “Baby Beluga” and “Bananaphone.” Source

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