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Gerstein on Gershwin…

Gerstein on Gershwin…

Kirill Gerstein blends classical and jazz in 'The Gershwin Moment', featuring the St. Louis Orchestra and guests. He discusses his jazz influence and careful improvisation approach.

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Return of ‘Black Odyssey’ at Cal Shakes

Return of ‘Black Odyssey’ at Cal Shakes

"Black Odyssey" at Cal Shakes reinterprets Odysseus' journey. The play features Ulysses Lincoln, an African-American soldier returning home from Iraq, traversing through African-American history.

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Shakespeare

The Bard! William Shakespeare. Composers have been setting his stories to music for centuries, creating everything from delicate fairy music to passionate love themes.

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