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The Classic FM Gramophone Awards 2008 Artist of the Year
Which artists have stood out for you over the past year? Recent winners of the coveted Artist of the Year accolade include some of the most exciting names in today’s classical music world: Marin Alsop, Michael Tilson Thomas, Angela Hewitt and, last year, Julia Fischer.
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Far from stingy prices for upcoming Sting concert
SINGAPORE: Multi Grammy award-winning British musician Sting is set to arrive on our sunny island in the very near future. Even better, he has been scheduled to perform a one-night only concert to a 1,700-crowd at the Esplanade Concert Hall on December 8 this year.
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COMING UP
LUNCH HOUR MUSIC SERIES: M&T Bank, along with WBEN NewsRadio 930, will showcase the Community Music School Performers at noon Wednesday at M&T Plaza. The Morgan Street Stompers perform at noon Thursday. For a complete summer schedule, visit www.mtb.com . SPAGHETTI DINNER: Sikora Post 1322, American Legion, 950 Payne Ave., North Tonawanda, will host a spaghetti dinner from 5 to 7 p. m. ...
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Electronic Ear Can Judge And Coach Vibrato Technique
Vibrato -- the pulsating change of pitch in a singer's voice -- is an important aspect of a singer's expression, used extensively by both classical opera singers and pop stars like Shakira. Usually, the quality of a vibrato can only be judged subjectively by voice experts. Until now, that is.
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Herbie Hancock 06.23.08 New York
New York's Carnegie Hall was buzzing with electricity as a packed house journeyed through previously uncharted symphonic soundscapes with jazz master Herbie Hancock and his latest ensemble.
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Antietam superintendent hoping for sunny Salute
SHARPSBURG - This will be John Howard's 14th Salute to Independence as superintendent of Antietam National Battlefield. He knows the plan for the event - from parking to the Maryland Symphony Orchestra concert to the fireworks - is in good order. The thing that worries him the most is out of his control - the weather.
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(Red) Becomes a Music Store
After tackling cell phones, iPods, laptops, and desktops, the (RED) organization on Monday announced plans to launch an online music service that will feature original songs from participating artists.
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One-handed violinist dies
A ONE-HANDED violinist who dedicated his life to Mexican folk music and won a Cannes Film Festival award for his first movie at age 82, has died.
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Update: Rhapsody DRM-Free Music Targets iTunes
Online music store Rhapsody is going up against iTunes with the Monday launch of a $50 million initiative that will provide DRM-free downloads, and the availability of Rhapsody content on Verizon V Cast phones and Web sites like Yahoo Music, MTV.com, and iLike.
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All About Jazz Partners with EvieSays.com to Increase Calendar Content
All About Jazz has partnered with EvieSays.com, a leading event and entertainment listing company, to vastly increase the number of events actively listed at All About Jazz. “More event listings means a more comprehensive calendar," says Michael Ricci, founder and publisher of All About Jazz. “Our goal is to promote live jazz events and distribute that information to our readers at the local ...
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HMV finding its voice in 'changing' market
MUSIC and DVD retailer HMV Group said today that it can prosper despite the "rapidly changing" market, after posting an increase in both profits and like-for-like sale
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Movie Review: Life Track at the Edinburgh International Film Festival 2008
This is a beautifully conceived film that proves the theory that less can sometimes be more. Life Track is one of those rare films that resonates and affect viewers with barely a lick of dialogue. There are no long speeches, there’s no lyrical dialogue, and there’s no verbal explanations or attempts to force emotion through talking. It’s a beautifully conceived film that proves the theory that ...
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Peeblesshire News » News » 'Don't think twice, it's alright' as Dylan sells out
Bob Dylan has officially sold out! Limited edition graphics by the rock legend sold out within four days of going on sale at art gallery breeze.
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"West Side Story" precedes Broadway revival in 2009
As early as last year, STAGES president Audie Gemora was thinking of bringing West Side Story to the Philippines to give Filipinos a chance to appreciate classic musical plays such as this one.
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Mammootty sings for ‘Kuttyshranku’
Superstar Mohanlal had been quite famous for his crooning abilities. Many of his films of the nineties used to feature a song sung in the superstars rustic voice, which were all well received by the audience.
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UK: Aspall to sample "cyder barn" at summer festivals
Cider maker Aspall is increasing its presence at a number of UK shows and music festivals this summer with the use of a sampling bar.
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Concert series opener a winner
LOWELL -- Despite thunderstorm warnings, guitar great Richard Thompson played for a crowd of 1,100 outdoors at Boarding House Park on Saturday night. And the start of the Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park went off without a hitch.
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Collipark Music / Interscope Records' Soulja Boy Tell'em Signs Exclusive Sneaker and Apparel Deal With Yums Shoes
Collipark Music / Interscope Records and mega-trend-setting Atlanta rap artist Soulja Boy Tell'em, announce a multi-year sneaker and apparel contract with Yums Shoes that will tap into Soulja Boys Tell'em's growing influence as a top-selling artist.
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The Superstars of Country Music and the Critical Press are Drawn to the Authenticity of Ashton Shepherd and SOUNDS SO ...
Many artists in the music community are gravitating to the authenticity of Ashton Shepherd and her music. Here is what they are saying:
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CRAZY, an Award-Winning Film Inspired by the Life of Guitar Legend Hank Garland, is an Official Opening Night ...
CRAZY, an independent feature film inspired by the tragic life and groundbreaking music of legendary 1950s-era guitarist Hank Garland, is an official selection and opening night film at the Long Island International Film Expo.
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Synesthesia Releases 'EZ Version' of Mandala's Virtual Brain Software
LAUREL CANYON, Calif.----Synesthesia Corp. today announced the release of a new EZ Version of its Virtual Brain software, designed to allow anyone – even those with no musical or technical knowledge – to be able to make music using the company’s wildly popular, patented high-def drum and synthesizer, the Mandala 2.0.
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Soccer tournament is back
LOWELL -- The second annual ONE Lowell World Cup soccer tournament is scheduled for on Aug. 2 and 3 at Cawley Stadium. Event organizers anticipate that between 5,000 and 7,000 spectators will be on hand to watch the action, which will feature teams from across New England representing their original homeland or the country of their family's
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Monterey Jazz Festival & Monterey Bay Aquarium Announce Weekly "Evenings by the Bay" Summer Concert Series
Monterey, CA: The Monterey Jazz Festival is proud to announce the “Evenings by the Bay" concert series, produced in collaboration with The Monterey Bay Aquarium.
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Rolf Harris, joins ARIA Hall of Fame
Rock stars young and old mingled on the red carpet before veteran Australian entertainers Rolf Harris and rock and soul pioneer Max Merritt were inducted into the ARIA Hall Of Fame.
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Highland tour an experiment in fresh talent
THE Scottish Chamber Orchestra will give a debut to an exciting young British conducting talent when it travels north for the second leg of this year's Highland Tour. The orchestra will visit Strathpeffer, Portree and Fort William with Robin Ticciati, a protégé of Sir Simon Rattle.
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