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Ukrainians sing 'Carol of the Bells' at Carnegie Hall, 100 years after its U.S. debut

Ukrainians sing 'Carol of the Bells' at Carnegie Hall, 100 years after its U.S. debut

A Ukrainian chorus first performed “Shchedryk” in the U.S. in 1922. A century later, during another fight for freedom, Ukrainian singers performed the folk song at the site of its North American debut.
by Rachel Treisman

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A rare recording of a musical by an 18-year-old Stephen Sondheim surfaces

A rare recording of a musical by an 18-year-old Stephen Sondheim surfaces

Broadway-legend-in-training Stephen Sondheim was a college sophomore in 1948 when his musical Phinney's Rainbow was produced — and recorded — at Williams College in Massachusetts.
by Bob Mondello

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Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter, dies at 79

Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter, dies at 79

Her death was announced on the band’s social media accounts. No cause of death or other details were immediately provided, but a family statement said she “passed away peacefully at hospital this morning” with family around her after a “short illness.”
by The Associated Press

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Pop sensation Dua Lipa has been granted Albanian citizenship

Pop sensation Dua Lipa has been granted Albanian citizenship

President Bajram Begaj recognized Lipa, the daughter of Albanian immigrants, for her musical talents and contribution to spreading international awareness of Albania.
by Ashley Ahn

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Former SPCO President and CEO Bruce Coppock dies at age 71

Former SPCO President and CEO Bruce Coppock dies at age 71

Coppock, who served as Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra CEO twice, is credited with reshaping the orchestra, its audiences and successfully spearheading the drive for a new concert hall.
by Euan Kerr

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Taylor Swift ticket trouble could drive political engagement

Taylor Swift ticket trouble could drive political engagement

On the heels of a messy ticket rollout for Taylor Swift’s first tour in years, fans are angry. They’re also energized against Ticketmaster. The ticket debacle has spurred broader conversations about economic inequality and political action.
by The Associated Press

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