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22 hours ago · As mandated by the Olympic Charter, the proceedings combined the ceremonial opening of this international sporting event (including welcoming speeches, hoisting of the flags and the parade of athletes) with an artistic spectacle to showcase the host nation's culture.
1 day ago · Billie Holiday (born Eleanora Fagan; April 7, 1915 – July 17, 1959) was an American jazz and swing music singer. Nicknamed " Lady Day " by her friend and music partner, Lester Young, Holiday made a significant contribution to jazz music and pop singing.
5 days ago · The Who are an English rock band formed in London in 1964. Their classic lineup (1964–1978) consisted of lead vocalist Roger Daltrey, guitarist Pete Townshend, bassist John Entwistle and drummer Keith Moon. They are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century.
2 days ago · Queen, British rock band whose fusion of heavy metal, glam rock, and camp theatrics made it one of the most popular groups of the 1970s. The band was known for the hit songs ‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’ ‘We Are the Champions,’ ‘We Will Rock You,’ and ‘Another One Bites the Dust.’.
3 days ago · The founders of Down on Downer converted the backyard of their college house into a music venue, by designing, engineering and building a fully functional venue stage. Then, they put together bills of local, regional and national acts, hosted vendors such as artists and thrift stores, and created a community space like no other.
4 days ago · A leading interpreter of music on the baroque and classical violins, Elizabeth Wallfisch is a favourite with both audiences and orchestras because of her virtuosity, her generous, sparkling personality and her impeccable musicianship.
3 days ago · “ Birds Are Real; Ambushed From Ten Directions,” a composition by Shih-Hui Chen, will make its world premiere Oct. 16 as part of the 50th anniversary celebration for Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music.
