Category: Music

Wish I Could do That »

A nice break in the day. Some Guitar music from Central Park, NYC.

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Renee Fleming - Strauss’ Four Last Songs »

Got this link in a regular newsletter I receive. It was such beautiful and soothing piece, I wanted to share.

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Christains Fear Losing Teens »

The New York Times recently ran an article about evangelical Christian leaders warning one another that their teenagers are abandoning the faith in droves.

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A Prairie Home Companion »

A look at what goes on backstage during the last broadcast of America’s most celebrated radio show, where singing cowboys Dusty and Lefty, a country music siren (Streep), and a host of others hold court.

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Who was the first Elvis impersonator? »

Ever since Elvis died in 1977, tribute artists have been filling the void. These men, women, and children walk the walk, talk the talk, and swivel their hips just like the King. But with so many performers, is there any way to track down the original imitator?We broke in our blue suede shoes with a [...]

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Where Did “Rock and Roll” Come From? »

Famed DJ and concert producer Alan Freed is widely credited with coining the phrase in 1951. Freed led an interesting life, bringing what we now call “rock and roll” to the masses. Unfortunately, he’s equally famous for his role in the payola scandal of the 1960s.

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Young Persons Guide to The Orchestra-Texas Style »

Boys cannot audition for soprano or alto roles in that state’s All-State Choir. Girls cannot audition for tenor or bass. No matter where their talents lie. As a result, 17-year-old Mikhael Rawls, who already has won awards for his countertenor ? the male parallel to soprano ? can’t try out in the part where he excels.

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