We perceive loneliness as a human emotion. Dive into any decade and you’ll find countless songs written on the subject. But it’s not only humans who sing about being lonely – birds do it, too. On this episode of Soundcheck, you’ll get to hear one of those birdsongs, recorded in 1987, when the now extinct, last Moho braccatus bird of Hawaii called for a mate that no longer existed. Argentine composer Osvaldo Golijov’s piece inspired by that birdsong, “The Last Moho Braccatus”, is performed live in our studio by acclaimed cellist Alisa Weilerstein, alongside her renditions of a couple of familiar Bach pieces. The chamber pop duo, Gracie & Rachel, who are equally moved by themes of loneliness and dealing with absence, also share their introspective songs from their latest album with an exclusive full band performance.

Gracie & Rachel's Setlist: 1.Leaving Home Is Going Home  2.Green Light  3.Caroline  4.Myself Again

Alisa Weilerstein's Setlist: 1.Bach: Cello Suite No. 1 in G major, Prelude, BWV 1007  2.The Last Moho Braccatus / J.S. Bach Cello Suite no. 5 in C minor, Courante, BWV 1011

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