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Music

New Classical Tracks: The "Angels" of Venice

New Classical Tracks: The "Angels" of Venice

Antonio Vivaldi wrote some of his best-known pieces for an unusual group of musicians: young women who were taught to sing and play instruments at a Venetian orphanage. A new disc pays homage to their extraordinary talent.
by Julie Amacher

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Ask the MPR president

Ask the MPR president

Minnesota Public Radio President Bill Kling joins MPR's Gary Eichten in the studio to answer listener questions.
by Bill Kling

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50 years since the day the music died

50 years since the day the music died

Fifty years ago this week, one of the defining moments in rock and roll history occurred, when musicians Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper were killed in a plane crash. Several events are planned to commemorate the anniversary in Clear Lake, Iowa, where they played their last concert.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Blogger hits big with musings on 'White People'

Blogger hits big with musings on 'White People'

Christian Lander makes people uncomfortable -- and makes them laugh. Lander, a native of Canada, is an Internet sensation for his satirical writings on his sblog, "Stuff White People Like."
by Euan Kerr

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New Classical Tracks: Classics for wind band

New Classical Tracks: Classics for wind band

Percy Grainger's compositions are mainstays of college and high school band concerts, but on this new release they're given loving treatment by a professional group intent on restoring Grainger's original sound and instrumentation.
by Valerie Kahler

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Minnesota Opera draws from near and far for 2009-2010 season

Minnesota Opera draws from near and far for 2009-2010 season

The Minnesota Opera will showcase the work of Minnesota composer Dominick Argento during its 2009-2010 season, and present one of its biggest recent discoveries.
by Euan Kerr

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Minnesota Opera has a devil of a good time with 'Faust'

Minnesota Opera has a devil of a good time with 'Faust'

The Minnesota Opera goes to the devil this weekend for its production of "Faust." In its heyday, Faust was the most popular opera in the world. Minnesota Opera staff say they hope to reveal its modern message through dance.
by Euan Kerr

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Local musicians want Legacy Amendment money

Local musicians want Legacy Amendment money

The Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment approved by Minnesota voters last November is expected to raise approximately $55 to $60 million a year for the arts. Artists and arts groups from every discipline are hoping to get a chunk of that money.
by Chris Roberts

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New Classical Tracks: Enticing Vivaldi

New Classical Tracks: Enticing Vivaldi

On a new disc, two of today's top violinists get together to play double concertos by Vivaldi. It's a playful, virtuosic musical conversation with a rare sense of partnership.
by Julie Amacher

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VocalEssence celebrates 40th anniversary with tour of England

VocalEssence celebrates 40th anniversary with tour of England

The Minnesota choir, VocalEssence is treating audiences in the United Kingdom to a uniquely American choral sound. They will perform in some famous venues, including King's College. And they have a few special treats planned for Inauguration Day.
by Tom Crann

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