| Chicago News Cooperative: Despite Disorder, Musician Finds Way to Play Alex Klein was the principal oboist with the Chicago Symphony until a neurological condition forced his retirement. Six years later, he has been able to resume his musical life. feeds.nytimes.com |
Spotlight | Pleasantville: Music Festival to Feature a Dylan and Two Bacons The Pleasantville Music Festival, which began six years ago with an audience of 800, has grown to attract performers like Jakob Dylan and the Bacon Brothers. feeds.nytimes.com |
'Idol' winner Jordin Sparks is ready to fly on Broadway The American Idol winner will make her stage debut in the musical In the Heights. rssfeeds.usatoday.com |
Big Day Out first line-up revealed FESTIVAL announces first line up including Primal Scream, Tool, Birds of Tokyo and more. news.com.au |
BBC, U.K. arts groups face deep cuts The BBC is facing a 16 per cent cut to its budget and the U.K. government's spending on the arts is to fall by 24 per cent as part of massive cuts announced by the ruling coalition. cbc.ca |