Stravinsky: Pulcinella Suite Manuel De Falla: El retablo de maese Pedro; Harpsichord Concerto Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Pablo Heras-Casado, cond.; Benjamin Alard, harpsichord Harmonia Mundi 902653, CD (reviewed as 24/96). 2024. Alexandra Evrard, prod.; Vincent Mons, eng. Performance ***** Sonics ****½ Many music lovers associate Stravinsky’s music for Diaghilev’s ballet Pulcinella as a defining composition in … Continue reading "March 2024 Classical Record Reviews"

WALNUT CREEK, CA —Eleven Walnut Creek residents took the oath of office Tuesday to serve as representatives on a variety of commissions. Every other year, the city recruits candidates to serve on advisory bodies for issues including transportation, planning, design review, arts and the city’s parks, recreation and open space. “The latest recruitment we performed … Continue reading "11 Walnut Creek Commissioners Take Oath Of Office"

Les Sénégalais savent désormais qu’ils éliront leur président le 24 mars. Ils entrevoient une sortie de la crise provoquée par le report de l’élection. Le week-end du 31 mars avait d’abord été envisagé mais la fête de Pâques n’était pas très compatible avec un premier tour d’élection. Après un mois de flottement, qui a alarmé … Continue reading "Au Sénégal, l'élection présidentielle pourrait être la plus ouverte de l'histoire contemporaine du pays"

PHOENIXVILLE, PA — Colonial Theatre is expanding its offerings this spring. Click Here: cheap nike women shoes The local music and film destination will host a special “immersive speakeasy experience” which aims to recapture the glitz and glamor of New York City in the 1970s. The even called “Hush” will be held on Friday April … Continue reading "Colonial Theatre To Host 'Immersive Speakeasy' Experience"

CHERRY HILL, NJ — For the first time in more than a decade, Cherry Hill will celebrate Independence Day with fireworks. The celebration will take place July 3 at the Michael J. Santarpio Field at Jonas C. Morris Stadium at Cherry Hill High School West — a venue for the township’s past Fourth of July … Continue reading "Independence Day Fireworks Returning To Cherry Hill"

La Russie a placé l’opposant en exil et ancien champion d’échecs Garry Kasparov sur sa liste des personnes déclarées “terroristes et extrémistes”, selon une notice du service russe des renseignements financiers consultée mercredi 6 mars par l’AFP. “Un honneur qui dit plus de choses sur le régime fasciste de Poutine que sur moi”, a réagi l’intéressé … Continue reading "Russie : l'ancien champion d'échecs Garry Kasparov placé sur la liste des "terroristes et extrémistes" par Moscou"

MINOOKA, IL — Matt Karnas’ continued threats to harm his ex-wife, her family, his own divorce lawyer and the man whose legs he injured Feb. 11 by using his truck as a deadly weapon, causing $50,000 damage, are all reasons cited by Assistant Will County State’s Attorney Lauren Senko to have the 40-year-old Minooka man … Continue reading "$50,000 Damage, Minooka Man Must Be Jailed, Glasgow Staff Implores"

GLENVIEW, IL — For the third straight season, Glenview wrestler Daniel Myint had qualified to compete in the Illinois Kids Wrestling Federation state championship. An eighth-grader at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Myint says he’s been working extra hard to win this weekend (March 8-9) in Rockford following a fourth-place finish two years ago and … Continue reading "'Arduous' Preparation Propels Glenview Wrestler To State Tourney"

OLD BRIDGE, NJ — It was big news when we announced last week that a Target and ShopRite are opening very soon on Rt. 9 south in Old Bridge. And now an opening date has been announced for the ShopRite: The new grocery store will open its doors at 8 a.m. March 17, the Old … Continue reading "Opening Date For New Old Bridge ShopRite On Rt. 9 South Announced"

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — New Rochelle’s newest business was a popular local shopping stop for years — until it was suddenly erased from the retail landscape, but a Westchester businessman is giving the once-thriving concept a second chance and he’s starting close to home. Just a few months after signs declaring a going-out-of-business liquidation sale … Continue reading "Coming Soon To A Familiar Location: The Rebirth Of Harmon Discount"