Paul Hindemith left behind a very large body of inspiring music, inventive and modernistic yet readily accessible to the ear raised on classical or pop music. This expertly played selection of his sonatas is a fine testament to his legacy.
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Music Review: Jellyfish – ‘Bellybutton’ and ‘Spilt Milk’ 2-CD Reissues
Omnivore is reissuing the great power pop band's two early-'90s studio albums in comprehensive remastered two-CD sets with the original tracks plus dozens of demo and live tracks.
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An almost flawless cast brings to life this dark domestic comedy, one big step removed from reality.
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The YouTube stars' third album sizzles with instrumental covers of AC/DC, Sting, Avicii, Mumford and Sons, and Michael Jackson.
Read More »I Shall Be Released: New Releases (and Tours) from Mark Ronson, Death Cab for Cutie, 2Cellos, Jellyfish, Hall and Oates, Red Garland and More
Plus Widespread Panic, Slipknot, Noel Gallagher, Art Pepper, Hugh Masekela, Anonymous 4, and Katrina of Katrina and the Waves.
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Park is the first Korean playwright from Latin America to be produced and published in the U.S.
Read More »Chile Travel: Two Weeks in Chile, Part 1 of 4 – Santiago
Santiago is a modern, cosmopolitan city full of history, museums, dramatic terrain, and friendly people.
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The pianist offers exceptional renditions on a restored 180-year-old fortepiano.
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Win Soprano Sonya Yoncheva’s New Paris-Inspired CD ‘Paris, Mon Amour’
The brilliant lyric soprano's new CD highlights music by French composers of the Belle Époque along with Verdi and Puccini. Enter to win a copy from Blogcritics!
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