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Chamber Music at the Barn on a steady course
As they begin their 13th season, the people behind Chamber Music at the Barn think their summertime festival of (mostly) classical chamber music is stronger than ever. Enthusiastic patrons have kept finances in the black. Last year's attendance was strong. And student and adult music camps are bringing new supporters into the fold. Last month, the Wichita Symphony Orchestra honored the Barn's ...
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'Candy' sweet revenge
MADONNA "Hard Candy" ***(Warner Bros.) "Hard Candy" is a coldly effective show of prowess by Madonna that should yield several hit singles beyond the irresistible, nonsensical "4 Minutes," which has already topped charts internationally and inspired a viral video from upstart Miley Cyrus. The album's 12 cuts unfold as a battle between rival production teams the Neptunes and ...
The Wichita Eagle |
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SUNDAY ARTS CALENDAR
EVENTS Heartland Miniature Horse Show , 8 a.m. today, Kansas Coliseum, 85th North off I-135. Free. Information, 316-660-1000. U.S. Weapons Gun Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. today, Kansas Coliseum, 85th North off I-135. Admission $6, children 10-under free. Information, 316-660-1000. 2008 Orpheum Car Show, with food, prizes, games, DJ and inflatables, 2-6 p.m. today, Orpheum, Second and Broadway. ...
The Wichita Eagle |
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Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra plans spectacular season
LAS CRUCES — A premiere of a specially commissioned work, internationally renowned solo artists, a "Simply Sinatra" pops concert tribute to "Old Blue Eyes" and a concert just for kids will be highlights of the 2008-9 season for the Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra at New Mexico State University.
Las Cruces Sun-News |
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Takacs Quartet -- 05/04/08 at Grusin Music Hall
Takacs Quartet -- 05/04/08 at Grusin Music Hall
Rocky Mountain News |
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'Reckless' mixes genres
What's the strategy when two local stages mount the same production, the same season, but months apart?
The Greenville News |
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The Week in Arts: May 4May 10
Event listings for May 4May 10.
New York Times |
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Jazz Download
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All About Jazz |
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Family Party Conference Details
4 May 2008. The Family Party will hold a party conference (open to the public) on Saturday 17th May at the Nga Tapuwae Community Centre in Mangere. The date coincides with The UN's International Day of the Family (Families Day), which is being celebrated over the week in New Zealand.
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A first for Saudis
It’s probably as revolutionary and groundbreaking as Mozart gets these days. A German-based quartet staged Saudi Arabia’s first-ever performance of European classical music in a public venue before a mixed gender audience.
Lawrence Journal-World |
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Review: Madonna, Hard Candy
Artist: Madonna Title: Hard Candy Label: Warner Bros. Grade: C Oh Madonna, I so wanted to love this album. I wanted to love a strong, sexy woman pushing 50 and still kicking rear.
The Oregonian |
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Pop Talk Goes to PDX Fest: Friday Night Report
The PDX Fest swung into full gear as the weekend began. Friday was a jam-packed experimental filmathon. Starting at 6 p.m., visiting artist Travis Wilkerson introduced "An Injury to One," his 2002 documentary about Butte, Montana.
The Oregonian |
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Mark of a person
Ever since Saif Ali Khan tattooed his sweetheart Kareena Kapoor’s name on his forearm, the popularity of tattoos seems to have increased even more. A tatoo is no longer just a sign on your body, it is meant to convey much more.
The Times of India |
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Intriguing crossover for sitcom, 'CSI'
Don't miss: The Two and a Half Men and CSI crossover — How's this for a very strange job-swap? Writers from the dark crime drama CSI have penned this week's episode of Two and a Half Men, while scribes from that loopy sitcom have written this week's episode of CSI. So can we suddenly expect to see Charlie studying blood-splatter samples and Grissom to start hitting on anything in a skirt? We ...
Akron Beacon Journal |
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JAZZFEST JUKEBOX
Guitarist, banjoist, singer and songwriter Carl LeBlanc has lived many lives in New Orleans music; he's currently in the Preservation Hall Jazz Band. On his new CD, he's mostly alone with a guitar as he revisits past incarnations: Contemporary jazz crooner on the smooth "Gift of Love" and "Ease Up," '70s funk soul brother on "You're Number One" and "Roll Call," deft solo acoustic guitarist on ...
New Orleans Times-Picayune |
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Swiss Jazzfest
The good news is you don't have to wait a year to indulge in another Jazzfest. Plan a trip to Switzerland between July 4 to 19 and you'll be right back in party mode at the Montreux Jazz Festival, surrounded by an array of music, food and crafts.
New Orleans Times-Picayune |
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This party for staff, teachers
You knew this was a different kind of school reunion when one of the organizers called everyone to lunch this way:
Akron Beacon Journal |
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The Never Brothers no more
Don't boo. Don't protest. No signs. Don't even think about it. As the Neville Brothers have sung at the end of the closing set of Jazzfest for so many years: "Let's get together and feel all right."
New Orleans Times-Picayune |
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Gospel music legend giving up Jazzfest
Sherman Washington brought gospel music to the world, and I want to thank him for that. "He means everything to the Gospel Tent," Jazzfest producer Quint Davis said. "It was a shared vision, but Sherman did it."
New Orleans Times-Picayune |
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New this week on CD: May 5
Mindi Abair, "Stars" (Peak Records). Smooth-jazz saxophonist shows her pop side. Clay Aiken, "On My Way Here" (RCA). Barenaked Ladies, "Snack Time" (Desperation Records). Alt-rock band has fun with 24 original children's songs.
The Record |
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LHS candidate forum Monday
Candidates running for seats on Lakeview Community Schools Board of Education are expected to participate in a forum at 7:...
Columbus Telegram |
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Celebrities in the news
Celebrities of all types came out to party on Kentucky Derby eve, putting the spotlight on Louisville the night before the world's best known horse race.
The Record |
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Justice: Departed coach Konicki's legacy is of courage
MIKE Konicki fought until the end. Cancer ravaged his body, but not his spirit. It sapped his energy, but couldn't touch his soul. Maybe that was his final lesson for the hundreds of students and friends he touched through the years.
Houston Chronicle |
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SUNDAY'S CALENDAR
New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival presented by Shell Fair Grounds racetrack, 1751 Gentilly Blvd. Continuous music on 11 stages, contemporary and traditional crafts, food, educational workshops, 11 a.m.-7. Final day. Tickets $50 at the gate. Call 522-4786.
New Orleans Times-Picayune |
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Bands rolled in on Stagecoach
INDIO - The differences were striking between the Stagecoach Festival and the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. The two events were held a week apart at Empire Polo Field.
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin |
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