Music

January 4, 2010 4:17 PM

Group raises money for charity while reviving old pianos

Brand new pianos demand hefty prices, and used ones, though cheaper, can be an expensive hassle to move. But a St. Paul group is addressing both issues while also raising money for children.

by Chris Roberts

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December 31, 2009 3:00 PM

Minn. Orch's jazz director still calls New Orleans home

Minneapolis revelers looking to add some New Orleans spice to an otherwise chilly New Years Eve will likely head to the Dakota jazz club tonight, where trumpeter Irvin Mayfield is performing with his quintet, part of a national New Year's Eve concert broadcast.

by Dan Olson

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December 31, 2009 11:10 AM

Romantica performs live in The Current studios

Romantica performs These Things Are Too Beautiful live in the studios of 89.3 The Current.

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December 30, 2009 4:00 PM

Music in the midst of Sri Lanka's civil war

Minnesota and journalist Jesse Hardman got an inside view of the brutal civil war in Sri Lanka, and in the midst of the chaos he came upon an amazing story of a forgotten people.

by Euan Kerr

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December 29, 2009 4:03 PM

Mayo's unique carillon rings over Rochester

The Rochester carillon is one of the largest in the country and one of only three in Minnesota. The musical instrument consists of 56 bronze bells housed in a tower.

by Elizabeth Baier

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December 24, 2009 7:59 AM

Christmas Eve a busy night for church performers

Christmas Eve can be one of the busiest - and most fulfilling - days of the year for church performers.

by Dan Olson

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December 23, 2009 12:00 AM

Radio Heartland Live Holiday Concerts

Radio Heartland celebrated the 2009 holiday season with the help of some friends.

by Dale Connelly

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December 22, 2009 7:59 PM

Guitarist Cam Waters dies at age 51

Singer, song-writer and steel guitarist Cam Waters was found dead at his Minneapolis home this weekend. He was 51 years old.

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December 21, 2009 12:00 AM

An R&B, Soul Christmas with Sounds of Blackness

Grammy-winning musical group Sounds of Blackness started at Macalester College 40 years ago. Since then Sounds of Blackness has travelled the world, sharing their unique contemporary gospel sound. Their new CD is called "The 3rd Gift: Story Song and Spirit" and some members sing live in Maude Moon Weyerhauser studio.

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December 19, 2009 12:00 AM

Works Progress Administration on Radio Heartland

Three members of Works Progress Administration perform on Radio Heartland.

by Dale Connelly

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