Music
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District 300 students to premiere 'Magical Forest' composition written by Mexican composer
Jan 29, 2023 11:22 AM - Band students from all five middle school in Community Unit District 300 will perform the world premiere of "Magical Forest," an original composition by Nubia Jaime-Donjuan. -
Music review: Dylan's expanded 1997 masterpiece reveals new layers
Jan 29, 2023 6:00 AM - When Bob Dylan released "Time Out of Mind" in 1997, it was heralded as a late-career masterpiece. "Fragments -- Time Out of Mind Sessions (1996-1997)," the 17th volume of Dylan's bootleg series archival release series, reveals even more layers to the record that reset the trajectory of Dylan's career.
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Smokey Robinson, 'King of Motown,' to release new solo album
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Barbershop quartets ready to deliver your valentine
Jan 31, 2023 11:30 AM - After a short Covid-related break, the popular "singing valentines" barbershop quartets are back for Valentine's Day in 2023. -
Pianist Albert Cano Smit joins Elgin Symphony Orchestra for Beethoven's 'Emperor' Concerto Feb. 4-5
Jan 26, 2023 7:13 PM - Acclaimed New York-based conductor Kyle Ritenauer will direct the Elgin Symphony Orchestra and guest pianist Albert Cano Smit at the Feb. 4-5 concerts. He is one of eight finalists in the ESO's search for a music director. -
Shakira's Super Bowl outfits, lyrics coming to Grammy Museum
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Waubonsee Voices: Why we should care about the arts
Jan 26, 2023 9:54 AM - The arts have always figured prominently in everyday life, and their benefits for a society have long been recognized. -
Upcoming documentary captures the persevering spirit of Libertyville's Ike Reilly
Jan 26, 2023 8:47 AM - Rocker Ike Reilly could be a character in one of his own songs -- the gritty, persistent working man's poet who can't seem to catch his big break. An upcoming documentary, "Don't Turn Your Back on Friday Night," looks at the outspoken bard's life, his music career and his family.
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DuPage Symphony Orchestra's Feb. 11 concert to explore American spirituals and jazz
Jan 26, 2023 3:05 PM - The DuPage Symphony Orchestra and Maestra Barbara Schubert prepared a concert program called "American Spirituals & American Jazz" featuring the music of George Gershwin and William Grant Still. -
Miranda Lambert, Chainsmokers to headline July NASCAR weekend in Chicago
Jan 25, 2023 4:03 PM - NASCAR announced Wednesday The Chainsmokers and Miranda Lambert will headline full-length concerts around the inaugural race schedule, with support from The Black Crowes and Charley Crockett. Tickets go on sale Thursday, Feb. 2.
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