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Policía abate a conductor que irrumpe en centro comercial de Texas y hiere a 5 personas
1 day, 13 hours ago

Policía abate a conductor que irrumpe en centro comercial de Texas y hiere a 5 personas

Associated Press  

— Un conductor que huía irrumpió en una camioneta en una concurrida tienda de la cadena JCPenney en Texas el sábado, hiriendo a cinco personas antes de ser abatido por la policía, informaron las autoridades. Cuatro de las personas heridas fueron trasladadas desde el centro comercial de Killeen a hospitales y la quinta llegó al hospital por su cuenta, dijo …

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Mumbai bus driver, conductor arrested for ferrying children while intoxicated
5 days, 17 hours ago

Mumbai bus driver, conductor arrested for ferrying children while intoxicated

India Today  

The driver and conductor of a school bus ferrying around 50 children on a school picnic were arrested in Mumbai on Tuesday after they were found to be under the influence of alcohol. According to Andheri police, two traffic police constables from Satar division, Pawar and Mahale, stopped the bus, which was coming from Saki Naka, as it was being …

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Love of song bonds chorus and community
1 week, 2 days ago

Love of song bonds chorus and community

China Daily  

By Chen Nan | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-14 10:20 Soprano Zhao Jin and tenor Yang Guangmeng perform at the concert. Looking back on this journey, I'm incredibly proud and honored," says tenor Yang Guangmeng, who was born and raised in Chifeng, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, and graduated with a degree in singing from Tianjin Normal University in 2007, joining …

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The maestro and his opera academy in Suzhou
3 weeks, 3 days ago

The maestro and his opera academy in Suzhou

China Daily  

Young conductors and singers take part in the Riccardo Muti Italian Opera Academy organized by Italian conductor Riccardo Muti at Jinji Lake Concert Hall in Suzhou on Saturday. When 83-year-old conductor Riccardo Muti reflects on his musical training, he is proud of his teachers, especially Antonino Votto, the Italian conductor who was Arturo Toscanini's assistant at Milan's Teatro alla Scala. …

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Orchestra conductor mourns childhood home's destruction in Israel's southern Lebanon offensive
1 month ago

Orchestra conductor mourns childhood home's destruction in Israel's southern Lebanon offensive

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lubnan Baalbaki, the conductor of …

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Orchestra conductor mourns childhood home’s destruction in Israel’s southern Lebanon offensive
1 month ago

Orchestra conductor mourns childhood home’s destruction in Israel’s southern Lebanon offensive

Associated Press  

BEIRUT — Lubnan Baalbaki, the conductor of the Lebanese Philharmonic Orchestra, watched on his phone screen as an aerial camera pointed to a village in southern Lebanon. “To see your house getting bombed and in a split second turned into ash, I don’t think there is description for it,” Baalbaki said. Baalbaki’s family home in Odaisseh, designed by his late …

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Conductor Elim Chan wants to shake up 'dinosaur' orchestras
1 month ago

Conductor Elim Chan wants to shake up 'dinosaur' orchestras

Raw Story  

Since her first brush with fame a decade ago, Hong Kong-born conductor Elim Chan has fought a "long-term battle" against tired assumptions about herself, music and how orchestras should be run. Many ensembles hit the reset button when the Covid pandemic ended, but Chan said they should "incorporate things that have learnt, and not just completely go back to what …

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Moving KSRTC bus catches fire, none hurt
1 month ago

Moving KSRTC bus catches fire, none hurt

New Indian Express  

PATHANAMTHITTA: A moving KSRTC bus that was on its way to pick up Sabarimala devotees caught fire at Attathodu between Nilakkal and Pampa in the early hours of Sunday. He said they also stopped other vehicles on the route and used around eight extinguishers to try and stop the fire. As soon as the fire department received an alert, three …

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Daniel Rustioni to become Metropolitan Opera's principal guest conductor
1 month, 1 week ago

Daniel Rustioni to become Metropolitan Opera's principal guest conductor

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Music directors today typically don’t spend as much time …

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Who are this year’s Grammy 2025 nominees?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Who are this year’s Grammy 2025 nominees?

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Album of the Year André 3000 - New Blue …

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2025 Grammy nominations: The complete list
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

2025 Grammy nominations: The complete list

NPR  

2025 Grammy nominations: The complete list toggle caption Jason Kempin/Getty Images Beyoncé received 11 Grammy nominations on Friday, breaking a tie to become the most nominated artist in Grammys history as the Recording Academy set the stage for next year's award show. Song Of The Year "A Bar Song ” – Sean Cook, Jerrel Jones, Joe Kent, Chibueze Collins Obinna, …

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BMTC driver dies of heart attack, conductor saves passengers
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BMTC driver dies of heart attack, conductor saves passengers

Deccan Chronicle  

A tragic incident occurred in Bengaluru on Wednesday when 40-year-old Kiran Kumar, a driver with the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation, suffered a fatal heart attack while operating bus route 256 M/1 from Nelamangala to Dasanapura. Despite feeling some discomfort, Kumar continued driving until he suddenly collapsed, causing the bus to veer off course. The quick-thinking conductor, Obalesh, took immediate action, …

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Viral video: Bengaluru bus driver dies of heart attack at steering wheel; conductor’s prompt action saves lives
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Viral video: Bengaluru bus driver dies of heart attack at steering wheel; conductor’s prompt action saves lives

Live Mint  

A Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation driver collapsed while driving a bus after suffering a heart attack. A social media user applauded the conductor's prompt action and commented, “Salute to such a brave conductor who saved many lives in time.” Another user expressed concern over the rising cases of heart attacks among adults, “That's very sad, such cases has become common …

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Bengaluru bus driver dies of heart attack while driving, conductor stops vehicle
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru bus driver dies of heart attack while driving, conductor stops vehicle

India Today  

A Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation driver tragically passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest while operating a bus near Yeshwantpur on Monday. Kiran, 39, who worked at BMTC Depot 40, was driving the bus from Nelamangala to Yeshwantpur when he suddenly experienced severe chest pain and lost consciousness. Footage from the bus’s interior camera revealed that as the driver was …

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Xi'an experiences musical magic
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Xi'an experiences musical magic

China Daily  

Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra making its inaugural visit to Xi'an, under the baton of conductor Andris Nelsons, on Nov 2 and 3. On Saturday and Sunday, the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra made its inaugural visit to Xi'an, Shaanxi province, to perform two concerts at the Xi'an Concert Hall. Enthusiasts can look forward to live concerts from renowned pianist Krystian Zimerman and Chinese-Canadian …

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Next generation of Australian conductors graduate from training in Tasmania
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Next generation of Australian conductors graduate from training in Tasmania

ABC  

Have you ever watched a conductor in front of an orchestra and wondered what exactly it is they do and why they're so important? Two of Australia's most talented up-and-coming conductors Ingrid Martin and Sam Weller explain their craft in different ways. "It takes a lot of humility, empathy, vulnerability and courage to put your personal stamp on the music …

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MTC Conductor Dies After Passenger Assault in Chennai
1 month, 3 weeks ago

MTC Conductor Dies After Passenger Assault in Chennai

The Hindu  

A passenger assaulted an MTC conductor, leading to his death in Chennai. The victim, J. Jagan Kumar, 52, was allegedly arguing with a passenger, V. Govindan, 53, on a bus. Govindan punched Jagan, causing his death. The police have arrested Govindan and booked a case of murder against him. The family of the deceased has been announced to receive a …

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Composer Ayanna Witter-Johnson: ‘Growing up, I never once saw a Black conductor’
2 months ago

Composer Ayanna Witter-Johnson: ‘Growing up, I never once saw a Black conductor’

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Her classical education mingled with the traditional Ghanaian music …

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Londinense policía absuelto por muerte de conductor negro
2 months ago

Londinense policía absuelto por muerte de conductor negro

Associated Press  

Un policía londinense fue absuelto por un jurado de la muerte de un automovilista negro hace dos años. El agente de la Policía Metropolitana Martyn Blake, de 40 años, fue absuelto por un jurado londinense de la muerte de Chris Kaba, que iba desarmado pero conducía un vehículo que estuvo implicado en un tiroteo un día antes. El tiroteo reavivó …

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A Century of Stories: The BEST Bus Takes You on a Journey Through Mumbai's History
2 months ago

A Century of Stories: The BEST Bus Takes You on a Journey Through Mumbai's History

Hindustan Times  

The article highlights the enduring legacy of BEST, the government-run Mumbai bus service, which has been a symbol of the city for over 150 years. The buses have played a significant role in film, with many iconic songs and scenes featuring them. They are a safe haven for women and a symbol of resilience and community spirit. The article also …

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A Symphony of Emotions: Exploring the Intricacies of 'Porgy and Bess' in Cape Town
2 months ago

A Symphony of Emotions: Exploring the Intricacies of 'Porgy and Bess' in Cape Town

China Daily  

Iconic US opera 'Porgy and Bess' showcases the unique blend of emotions and cultural influences in South African music. The production, performed by Cape Town Opera, features a range of musical styles, including folk songs, jazz music, and symphonic music, reflecting the diverse cultural heritage of South Africa. The cast portrays the complexities of love, loss, and redemption through the …

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Iconic US opera runs a gamut of emotions
2 months ago

Iconic US opera runs a gamut of emotions

China Daily  

Scenes from Cape Town Opera's acclaimed production of American composer George Gershwin's 1935 masterpiece, Porgy and Bess, at Beijing's Poly Theater on Saturday, under the baton of American conductor Kazem Abdullah. CHINA DAILY "Porgy and Bess was George Gershwin's attempt to write an opera that showcased the true depth and range of African-American voices. This production of Porgy and Bess …

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Conductor Seiji Ozawa
2 months, 1 week ago

Conductor Seiji Ozawa

ABC  

“It’s very hard for a French conductor to get into the German tradition, but we Japanese can get good musical traditions from all countries because we have none of our own.” That situation has changed radically since the late Seiji Ozawa set out to be a conductor in Tokyo in the 1950s. After winning the coveted Koussevitzky Prize at Tanglewood, …

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A symphony for all seasons
3 months, 2 weeks ago

A symphony for all seasons

China Daily  

Noah Bendix-Balgley, violinist and first concertmaster of the Berliner Philharmoniker, joins the orchestra for the concert on Aug 31. The symphony pays homage to the classical era, while it is infused with Prokofiev's signature modern style," says Cui. She will also interpret selected pieces from Prokofiev's most popular work, Romeo and Juliet, a ballet based on Shakespeare's tragedy, in which …

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