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Judge's taste for modern art adds color to court (w/video)
In U.S. District Judge Keith Ellison's court, a panelist's gaze can stop on the bright blues of a modern canvas reminiscent of an underwater scene, the bold reds of a painting named Allred Dawn or four other engaging modern pieces of art.
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Blossom's own Bernstein party
Had Leonard Bernstein not died in 1990, he would have reached his 90th birthday today. To remember him, New York City is celebrating with a Bernstein festival of musical theater, concerts and more given by the New York Philharmonic and other groups at Carnegie Hall and elsewhere. The festival runs from September to December, proof of the lasting impact the composer-conductor-music educator had ...
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R&B, hip-hop heavy hitters get drafted for benefit CD
Stadium Entertainment wants to create a new business model combining music, social consciousness and philanthropy. Its first project is the compilation CD True to the Game.
Akron Beacon Journal |
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Strong passwords key to Internet security
When Julie Fugett needs to log in to a Web site with a password, such as for her bank or credit card accounts, she hears music. For example — this isn’t one of her passwords — a fan of the band Journey might type in “Dsb!1hotTf”. It’s the first letter of each word in the chorus to “Don’t Stop Believin’’” with a number and exclamation point included.
Lawrence Journal-World |
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Thorogood puts on vigorous 'Rock Party'
SOUTH BEND -- George Thorogood and the Destroyers opened Sunday's concert with "Rock Party." And that's just what they put on for the next 100 minutes.
South Bend Tribune |
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Crass and kooky music for "Hamlet 2"
"Rock Me Sexy Jesus." "You're as Gay as the Day Is Long." "Raped in the Face." These aren't insults. They're song titles from the new film "Hamlet 2," which opened over the weekend.
The Record |
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BACK to the ’80s
The Eighties is perhaps the only decade that still has a lingering influence in the music and fashion of today’s generation.
Manila Standard Today |
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Louisiana musicians make their point loud and clear
DENVER -- The food fell short, but the music was just right as Louisiana took center stage at the Democratic National Convention delegates welcoming party Sunday night.
New Orleans Times-Picayune |
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Apple to probe iTunes block
Apple says they are investigating why access to iTunes appeared to be blocked for users in China after a pro-Tibet album became a hit on the online music store.
Independent Online |
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Classical music season preview
Bach Festival Society Of Winter Park
Orlando Sentinel |
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Renaissance man
Louisiana Art & Science Museum master projectionist J. Lamm also composes music for its planetarium sky shows. Louisiana Art & Science Museum master projectionist J. Lamm also composes music for its planetarium sky shows.
The Advocate |
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Fashion Web site ranks Southern first among sharp-dressed bands
It’s not just the music, it’s the style. When Southern University’s Human Jukebox struts on to the field, the striking dark blue uniforms with their sky blue chest plates demand attention.
The Advocate |
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Spotlight: Missy Elliott, 'Block Party'
WHAT: Originally slated for a May release, Elliott's seventh album features production by Souldiggaz, Danjahandz, Pharrell, T-Pain, Pointguard and Timbaland. Elliott settled on the title, after originally asking fans for input, because "there are a lot of dance joints" in the mix. "This album is probably more musical and melodic than my previous ones," she told Billboard. "A lot of my albums are ...
Orlando Sentinel |
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Lynyrd Skynyrd Rocks on
Florida and Detroit are quite a distance from each other, but it appears that Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd and Kid Rock are basically long lost brothers.
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'I see every single man and woman . . .'
As a musician and actress, 15-year-old Victoria Blackstone, of Roseville, is used to being on stage. But when she gets up next Monday on the first evening of the Republican National Convention to recite the Pledge of Allegiance, she'll face "by far the biggest crowd yet." Not to mention TV cameras.
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PARENTS & CHILDREN CALENDAR
The Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts free workshops and class demonstrations for children up to age 5 and their parents or caregivers begin today at Mandeville School of Music and Wednesday and Thursday at River Ridge School of Music: Ages newborn to 18 months (9:30-10:15 a.m.), 18 months to age 3 (10:30-11:15 a.m.) and ages 3-5 (11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.). Also, on Friday from 3-4 p.m., there ...
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Annual Popcorn Fest celebrates its 30th year
VALPARAISO When the Valparaiso Popcorn Festival opens on Sept. 6; it will mark the 30th anniversary of the signature event for Valparaiso Community Festivals & Events., Inc. (VCFE)
The Times of Northwest Indiana |
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MEDINA: Super-cruise to take place along Main Street
Ever the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley will grace the stage at Medina’s Super Cruise-In on Friday.
The Journal-Register |
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Bits 'n' Pieces: Conductor leads eventful week in Italy
It’s been a busy summer for Don Appert, Clark College’s music director. In late July, he traveled to Italy to conduct two symphonies in three nights, following a combined 5½ hours of rehearsal time.
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Marathon makes run for tourists
The first-ever Melbourne & Beaches Music Marathon could bring thousands of runners from around the world to Brevard County next year. The marathon, which will be on Feb. 8, will award $12,000 in prize money.
Florida Today |
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'Lucky Old Sun' shines bright for music legend Brian Wilson
You try living with the label "genius" over your head all the time.
The News-Press |
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Nerdvana: Fans of sci-fi set to gather at CopperCon
Author, songwriter and performer Steven Brust has been added to the guest list for CopperCon, the annual Arizona science fiction and fantasy convention taking place Aug. 29-31 to Embassy Suites Scottsdale, 4415 E. Paradise Village Pkwy S., Phoenix.
East Valley Tribune |
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Singing trainer's class isn't the same old song and dance
By JAN JARVIS At the end of Chris Corley’s class, expect to cool down with a little crooning — courtesy of the singing trainer himself. "It’s kind of a joke," said Corley, 32. "I like to sing, but I know I really can’t." Corley believes that music makes working out fun and that singing silly songs during the cool-down helps participants relax. His favorite tune to croon is And I Am Telling You ...
Fort Worth Star-Telegram |
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All's Phair in indie rock
Liz Phair recently returned to the scene of her greatest critical triumph.Phair, the poster child for Chicago's indie-rock scene in the 1990s, is celebrating the 15th anniversary of her landmark album "Exile in Guyville."One of the most lauded releases of 1993 (it topp...
Lancaster Online |
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Festival Italiano
The lights strung across North Charlotte Street from wooden food stands Sunday gave the appearance of a traditional street fair in New York City's Little Italy.For the second year in a row the Italian community in Lancaster came together to make its own Italian festival a reality.
Lancaster Online |
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