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State of the Arts Blog

A man and his dog, a photo, and now a foundation

A man and his dog, a photo, and now a foundation

A photograph of John Unger and his dog Schoep inspired an outpouring of generosity. Those funds are now helping other sick dogs to get help and find new homes.
by Marianne Combs

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Twin Cities Jazz Festival announces 2013 headliners

Twin Cities Jazz Festival announces 2013 headliners

Cyrus Chestnut, Matt Slocum and Walter Smith III and Kenny Werner will headline the 15th Annual Twin Cities Jazz Festival, which takes place June 27-29 in St. Paul's Mears Park.
by David Cazares

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VocalEssence at 45: Celebrating a rich heritage

VocalEssence at 45: Celebrating a rich heritage

VocalEssence has announced its 45th season, featuring a tribute to Dave Brubeck, Tchaikovsky, and a visit by acclaimed composer John Rutter.
by Marianne Combs

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Lila Downs sings for her father

Lila Downs sings for her father

In a concert Sunday at the University of Minnesota's Ted Mann Concert Hall, Mexican singer Lila Downs will celebrate the life, art and career of her father, Allen Downs, who taught for more than 20 years and started the university's first international study program. After the show, an exhibition on her father's work will be held at the Katherine E. Nash Gallery.
by David Cazares

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George Latimer upbeat about SPCO, Ordway

George Latimer upbeat about SPCO, Ordway

The former mayor's generation built the Ordway; now, he says, the next generation will step up.
by Eric Ringham

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Jazz88 KBEM brings back old time radio drama

Jazz88 KBEM seeks to bring back some of that old time radio feel with 'Jazz Noir,' a new radio series starring local acting talent.
by Marianne Combs

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Robert Hedin wins Kay Sexton Award

Robert Hedin wins Kay Sexton Award

Hedin, the founding director of the Anderson Center in Red Wing, will be honored at this year's Minnesota Book Awards for his contributions to Minnesota's literary community.
by Marianne Combs

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Bringing a woman’s perspective to the ‘N’ word

Bringing a woman’s perspective to the ‘N’ word

Performer Shá Cage looks at how the 'N' word has affected women who've grown up with the word in their lives and communities.
by Marianne Combs

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