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Sonny Rollins, colossus of the saxophone, has died at 95

Sonny Rollins, colossus of the saxophone, has died at 95

The legendary jazz saxophonist, who revolutionized the art of improvisation, died Monday at his home in Woodstock, N.Y.
by Howard Mandel

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Fergus Falls hosts homecoming for ‘American Idol’ Top 5 finalist Chris Tungseth

Fergus Falls hosts homecoming for ‘American Idol’ Top 5 finalist Chris Tungseth

Fergus Falls construction worker Chris Tungseth returned home to celebrate his “American Idol” achievement. He is the first Minnesotan to make it to the semifinals of the show.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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Duluth Dylan Fest celebrates city’s most famous native son’s 85th birthday

Duluth Dylan Fest celebrates city’s most famous native son’s 85th birthday

The week-long festival begins with a birthday party outside his childhood home in Hibbing on May 27, and concludes with a birthday bash in Duluth on May 24, where the famed songwriter was born in 1941.
by Dan Kraker

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These 70 violins tell the stories of Holocaust survivors, now they’re touring Minnesota

These 70 violins tell the stories of Holocaust survivors, now they’re touring Minnesota

For decades, an Israel-based father-son team have been recovering and repairing violins played by Jewish musicians that survived the Holocaust. Through June, those violins are touring the state. Local musicians will play the instruments and many are on view for exhibitions.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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New documentary explores history of Minneapolis West Bank’s influential, funky music scene

New documentary explores history of Minneapolis West Bank’s influential, funky music scene

The new Twin Cities PBS documentary “Wild West Bank Sound” explores how Cedar-Riverside, otherwise known as the West Bank in Minneapolis, became a center for music in the 1960s and beyond.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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Prince's legacy still shines in downtown Minneapolis 10 years after his death

Prince's legacy still shines in downtown Minneapolis 10 years after his death

Ten years after Prince's death, his legacy still looms large over his home state. Local writer Frank Bures takes us on a tour of downtown Minneapolis to explore Prince's life and impact.
by Jacob Aloi

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Prince fans reflect on his legacy 10 years later

Prince fans reflect on his legacy 10 years later

Prince is remembered as more than a musician. His impact on fashion, gender expression and artistic freedom continues to resonate with Minnesotans and people across the world.
by Sarah Thamer

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