Discover Ted Kooser

Interesting People Reading Poetry is an independent podcast where artists and luminaries read a favorite poem and share what it means to them. In our second episode, composer Maria Schneider reads “Walking by Flashlight” by Ted Kooser and discusses the process of setting poems to music. Listen here: https://interestingpeoplereadingpoetry.com/2017/08/20/maria-schneider-reads-ted-kooser/ Schneider’s 2016 album, The Thompson Fields, won the Grammy for Best Large Ensemble Jazz Album and includes a musical setting of “Walking by Flashlight.” Ted Kooser is a contemporary American poet and former U.S. poet laureate. If you liked "Walking by Flashlight," we hope you enjoy this selection of further reading.