Marcus and Baptiste also show a gift for melody, and the musicality of their songs helps make their sound appealing
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The ballad of Gabriela Montero
There is, of course, a certain fearlessness necessary when one chooses a life on the stage. In a sense, musicians are opening themselves up for all to see, saying “Here […]
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Musical chairs
One day, perhaps Savannah will consider erecting a statue of Daniel Hope in Ellis Square, right next to the one of Johnny Mercer. For eight years, the British violinist has […]
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Young and in love (with the violin)
With a big thumbs up from Symphony magazine, which put her on its cover and called her “an emerging artist to watch,” violinist Elena Urioste had a pretty good 2009. […]
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What’s Next: The classics
Let us welcome the New Year by looking forward to some highbrow entertainment. The Savannah Concert Association’s 2009–2010 series continues with the Jan. 9 recital by violinist Elena Urioste at […]
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Looking forward, but grounded in culture
15 YEARS AGO, when Juan Diés founded the Grammy-nominated progressive folk group Sones de México, he and his bandmates were infinitely more concerned with making sure their take on traditional […]
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Full interview with Savannah Choral Society Condutor Peter Shannon
How long has this show (La Traviata) been in the works? Peter Shannon: Well, it’s been on the Choral Society’s program since before Christmas. So, in essence it’s been going […]