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The Who defines the essence of rock 'n' roll
Few moments in music history encapsulate an entire genre like The Who's 1969 performance at Woodstock.
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'Little Shop of Horrors' comes to CLC's Grayslake campus
Get ready for science fiction mixed with doo-wop music and comedy as the College of Lake County presents "Little Shop of Horrors," starting Friday night at the Grayslake campus.
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1927 musical 'Rio Rita' back on stage
The last time the musical Rio Rita was performed in the Akron or Canton area, a first-class stamp cost 3 cents, South Pacific was new to Broadway and the Communist People's Republic of China was established by Chairman Mao.
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DuPage symphony to present 'Broadway Bash'
If you love Broadway show tunes, you'll want to change your plans for Saturday night - unless, of course, you're washin' that man right out of your hair - to make a date with Rodgers and Hammerstein, Lerner and Lowe and even Andrew Lloyd Webber.
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Artist of year at Blossom
In this Cleveland Orchestra Blossom season, one debut stands out as a don't-miss: that of Julia Fischer, 25, the German violinist who will play for the first time with the orchestra at Saturday's concert. She'll perform the Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto, conducted by Andris Nelsons, who is also performing with the orchestra for the first time at Blossom.
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Music highlights annual Irish Fest
One of the hottest Celtic rock bands in Ohio makes its way west this weekend to open the ninth annual Irish Fest in Arlington Heights.
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Alpine Fest billed as 'one heck of a party'
When Jay and the Americans take the stage Friday night at Lake Zurich's Alpine Fest, you might recognize their songs.
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Annual Borla jazz camp, shows at NCC
Janice Borla and Jack Mouse make beautiful music together. The two Naperville jazz lovers are married to their work - and to each other.
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Treasure Hunt to be held in Westlake Village www.ToAcorn.com Thousand Oaks Acorn
A pirate-themed treasure hunt will be held at 5 p.m. Sat., July 26 at a home in Westlake Village. The event is part of New West Symphony League's "The Pleasure of Your Company" fundraising series. Money raised will support the New West Symphony and youth educational music programs.
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Cabrillo Music Theater will present 'Singin' In The Rain' www.ToAcorn.com Thousand Oaks Acorn
The Cabrillo Music Theater will present "Singin' In The Rain," opening at 8 p.m. Fri., July 25 at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd.
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Museum screening jazz great's film
Fashion photographer-turned-filmmaker Bruce Weber captures both the natural musical genius and relentless self-destructive tendencies of Oklahoma jazz great Chet Baker in his striking black-and-white documentary "Let's Get Lost.” The Oscar-nominated film was first released in 1988 and recently restored for limited theatrical re-release, including a screening at May's Cannes Film Festival. The ...
The Oklahoman |
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Batavia Arts Walk July 18
Experience the arts via downtown Batavia at the July 18th Arts Walk from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday. Ten businesses host Fox Valley artists as part of Art in Your Eye pre-festival activities and the second quarterly "Full Moon Friday" Quarterly Arts Walk.
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Datebook www.ToAcorn.com Thousand Oaks Acorn
Moorpark College Theatre Arts Department presents the musical "Merrily We Roll Along," Studio Theatre (first floor), Performing Arts Center, 7075 Campus Road in Moorpark. 8 p.m. July 17 to 19, 24 to 26, 31. 2 p.m. July 20, 27 and Aug. 1, 2 and 3. Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by George Furth.
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Karla Bonoff coming to T.O. www.ToAcorn.com Thousand Oaks Acorn
Concerts at the Bodie House will present singer/ songwriter Karla Bonoff at the Scherr Forum Theater at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd.
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It would be crowded, but country music singer and songwriter Aaron Tippin says he could play a concert in a phone ...
The performer will honor the military with music and by building a bike on stage for Toys for Tots. It would be crowded, but country music singer and songwriter Aaron Tippin says he could play a concert in a phone booth. "I'm more interested in the folks that show up than where I'm playing," Tippin said.
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Expressions from the heart - roanoke.com
Peace thru tHe Arts concerts allow people to get to know the performer and one another. BLACKSBURG -- Bringing the community together for a night of music and camaraderie. That's the goal of Sandy and Tom Marano, a Blacksburg couple who started Peace thru tHe Arts, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting peace through events such as concerts, drum circles and dance.
The New River Valley Current |
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Untold facts about Lata Mangeshkar in a book
How many of us know that Lata Mangeshkar's real name was Hema? A new book on her is not only a compendium of all her songs but also chronicles some unknown facts about the singing legend.
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Untold facts about Lata Mangeshkar revealed in a book
By Sreya Basu, Kolkata, July 17: How many of us know that Lata Mangeshkar's real name was Hema? A new book on her is not only a compendium of all her songs but also chronicles some unknown facts about the singing legend.
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The cradle rocked at Momz Rock the House Music Fest
Moms show off their talent at Santa Ana concert. Moms rocked the house – er, patio – at the Momz Rock the House Music Fest, held Saturday at Original Mike's in Santa Ana.
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Obama's Illinois Mentor Revels in `Political Godfather' Role
July 17 (Bloomberg) -- Illinois State Senate President Emil Jones has a photo of Marlon Brando as Vito Corleone on his wall, and he uses the theme music from ``The Godfather'' as his cell- phone ring tone.
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July 14-18
HARMONY BAPTIST CHURCH will hold vacation Bible school Mon., July 14, through Fri., July 18. School will begin at 5:30 p.m. and run until 8:45 p.m. with supper provided. Children from the age of 4 through 12th grade will enjoy fun, friends, Bible stories, crafts, music, games and more.
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Merrimac Old Home Days approaching
Old Home Days will take place Friday, Aug. 8, and Saturday, Aug. 9, at the Donaghue School field on Locust Street, Merrimac. Admission is free. New this year will be a chalk drawing contest, train rides and pony rides. New entertainment will include the all-female harmonic trio Maeve, comedic folk music by Vic and Sticks, and the Merrimack Valley Concert Band.
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Tecumseh man has big dreams for studio
TECUMSEH — Where average eyes see a freshly mowed valley, Lance Faulkner visualizes his very own amphitheater packed with 2,500 music fans. In his daydream, a big-name performer takes the stage and an audience screams and claps for more. What would happen if he woke up one morning and a Woodstock-style concert was taking place in his 40-acre back yard? "That would be OK,” Faulkner said with a ...
The Oklahoman |
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Prodigy, 11, dazzles Newport
No matter what your musical gifts, Bach’s Goldberg Variations is a tall order. This is profound stuff, as great as it gets.
The Providence Journal |
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The name of the game at E3: sequels and music
The upcoming Wii Music and first-person Mirror's Edge are highlights. This is a "transformative year," Mike Griffith, chief executive officer of Activision Publishing, said during a news conference this week. And while he was referring to his own newly expanded company (Activison recently merged with Vivendi Universal), he just as easily could have been talking about the Electronic ...
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