music
Today in history: Cellist Yo-Yo Ma born in 1955
October 7, 2015Among his many distinctions are the National Medal of Arts, the Kennedy Center Honor, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Read more“uCarmen” from South Africa: No castanets, bring in the marimbas
October 5, 2015For the second year in a row, the world-renowned South African Isango Ensemble has come to Santa Monica's Broad Stage.
Read moreWho was Casey Jones? Hint: Not just a Joe Hill song
October 2, 2015Jonathan Luther "John""Casey" Jones from Jackson, Tenn., was an American railroader who worked for the Illinois Central Railroad.
Read moreToday in history: Critic, playwright, Brecht translator Eric Bentley born
September 14, 2015Readers and theatergoers who appreciate Bertolt Brecht in English have primarily Eric Bentley to thank.
Read moreToday in Latino history: Musician José Feliciano turns 70
September 10, 2015Better known simply as José Feliciano, he is a virtuoso guitarist, singer, and composer renowned for many international hits.
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