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Music

A young violinist matures into Mendelssohn

A young violinist matures into Mendelssohn

The second CD by young Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti intrigues the listener with a world premiere and demonstrates her ability to handle one of the great classical standards.
by Julie Amacher

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Living with focal dystonia

Living with focal dystonia

A world-renowned flutist takes her career in a new direction after being diagnosed with a perplexing neurological disorder.
by Alison Young

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A review of the local music scene

The Current's Mark Wheat will be in the studio with Gary Eichten to talk about "The Year in Local Music."
by Mark Wheat

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Still caroling after all these years

Still caroling after all these years

When was the last time a group of well bundled wassailers rang your doorbell and started singing songs of the season? We've found evidence that the tradition of Christmas caroling is hanging in there, at least in the Twin Cities.
by Chris Roberts

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Minnesota Orchestra draws national attention

Minnesota Orchestra draws national attention

The Minnesota Orchestra is garnering national attention. Minnesota Public Radio's arts commentator, Dominic Papatola, explores how this century-old orchestra got there.

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New sounds inside the Mighty Fortress

The music heard in many Lutheran churches around the Twin Cities is changing as immigrants join congregations. An exhibit at the University of Minnesota explores the diverse music being mixed with the traditional Lutheran liturgy.
by Karl Gehrke

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Choruses make Christmas sound around the world

Choruses make Christmas sound around the world

No matter where you are in the world, the one element common to every holiday celebration is music. Julie Amacher reviews a new recording that features choirs from Cuba, Spain, France, Argentina and other locales.
by Julie Amacher

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Family carol tradition continues

Family carol tradition continues

St. Paul composer Abbie Betinis has written her sixth annual Christmas carol. She is carrying on a family tradition begun in 1922 by her great-grandfather.
by John Birge

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