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Balanchine & Cunningham: New York City Lights on All Cylinders

01/10/2022 Dance 2 Comments
Well, almost. Tschaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 2 costumes, which were reworked many times since their 1941 premiere, are a fizzle. The extravagant chiffon skirts detract from the intricate footwork. They look too casual for this grand affair, which still retains a hint of imperial splendor. It wasn’t Ballet Imperial by…

How To Start Your Music Career Working From Home

01/09/2022 Music 2 Comments
If you are passionate about music and would like to turn it into a career, do not expect an easy route. There are plenty of other talented musicians who have had a head start and are on their way to the top. On the other hand, even if the music…

The English National Ballet’s Creature

01/08/2022 Dance 2 Comments
Is anyone able to understand Creature, Akram Khan’s new ballet for the English National Ballet? It didn’t just confuse me, I was the one who was confused. My guest, who was sitting next to me in the bus, said to me that she knew she had been raped. The woman…

Epiphone Superb Penless Tenor Banjo

01/06/2022 Music 2 Comments
This banjo is sturdy and strong, with lots of sustain from Epiphone’s famous range. This model is 3rd in the range, and nearly identical in construction to the Recording A model. This banjo was just set up to play trad music and will be a standout in a session. The…