Music

March 25, 2016 12:01 AM

Former conductors returning for MN Orchestra's 2016-17 season

The orchestra also announced that it will tour in Minnesota, Florida and Europe.

by Euan Kerr

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March 21, 2016 8:26 AM

Film about Michael Jackson from chimp's point of view in the works

Bubbles lived with Jackson at Neverland Ranch starting in 1983. He was also in the studio during the production of the pop singer's 1987 album "Bad."

by Cathy Wurzer

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March 19, 2016 4:11 PM

An Iraq war opera finds a vein of empathy

Fallujah is based on the experiences of a real Marine, who lost friends and more as a gunner in Iraq. The show's libretto was written by an Iraqi-American.

by Neda Ulaby

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March 15, 2016 8:56 AM

'My Fair Lady' began its record run 60 years ago

On opening night, Rex Harrison was so unnerved by the prospect of singing with a live orchestra that he refused to come out of his dressing room and the performance was nearly called off.

by Phil Picardi

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March 14, 2016 10:09 AM

Mr. Mister's hit 'Kyrie' has a spiritual message

The refrain "kyrie elesion" is Greek for "lord have mercy" and is used frequently in early Christian liturgies.

by Cathy Wurzer

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March 8, 2016 4:00 AM

St. Paul Chamber Orchestra adds a new artistic partner

Jonathan Cohen, who specializes in Baroque music, will take up the position next season.

by Euan Kerr

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March 7, 2016 9:39 AM

Phil Spector's 'wall of sound' masterpiece

He assembled a 21-piece orchestra and a 21-voice choir, and also paid Ike Turner $20,000 to stay away from the studio so he wouldn't interfere with his wife's performance.

by Cathy Wurzer

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March 3, 2016 5:10 PM

Meet Duluth's Gaelynn Lea, the 2016 Tiny Desk Contest winner

"Any kind of performance is really valuable, because every person is valuable," the Minnesota musician says. Her haunting melodies and unique playing style made her stand out to the judges.