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At Carnegie Hall, the New York Philharmonic's new Music Director Designate Alan Gilbert led the orchestra in a celebration of Bernstein's relationship with the NYP.

One hundred and eighteen years ago Scottish steel magnate Andrew Carnegie donated the money that made Carnegie Hall one of the most famous buildings in the world.

This DVD combines jazz, a truly American form of music, with Clint Eastwood, an American icon.

Thelonious Monk composed such songs as "Blue Monk" and "Straight, No Chaser." He added his unique style of improvisation to records by Charlie Parker and led a big band.

Under Conductor Ethel Stark, the Montreal Women's Symphony Orchestra was the first all-women orchestra in Canada. They reached the pinnacle of music performance in 1947.

In addition to being a premier concert venue, Caramoor in Katonah, N.Y. has a beautiful mansion on its property. And docent Grethe Griffin is among its biggest fans.

After a successful stint as a professional soccer player, the Israeli musician Elisha Abas has traveled full circle, returning to his first love in piano.

With Oscar Peterson's death (the man Duke Ellington called the 'Maharajah of the keyboard') on the 23rd December 2007, Canada, and the jazz world, mourns.

Keith Jarrett's improvisational feats on the piano have taken on a new form, and his new recording, Testament: Paris/London, is abundant proof that it works.

Adele Aus der Ohe and Agnes Zimmermann were famous pianists in their time, and also composed many works. In spite of difficulties they reached the top in their careers.

While there are several women composers in our time, it was not so in previous centuries. Here are a few Austrian composers who deserve to be remembered for their works.

Working with some of the most exciting musician from Nigeria the US and South America Geoffrey Keezer new CD Aurea showcases some of his most inspired compositions.

Elaine Greenfield is well known in the classical music world, both as soloist and as a member of the Transcontinental Piano Duo.

She was known as the voice of the Civil Rights Movement during the sixties and today despite being wheel chair bound Odetta continues to inspire musicians and fans alike.

Russian Recital, Wu Han's first full-length solo album for her label ArtistLed, transforms the mundane into a charming and engaging experience.

Maestro Slatkin took time before rehearsal at the Aspen Music Festival to discuss what to expect at Orchestra Hall and at the recording studio in the coming year.

Duke Ellington is a jazz and big band musical genius whose compositions continue to move, entertain and inspire people around the world.

Designed for low-cost training, these rounds have always been in the background of Police and Military use.

Reston, Virginia, which in April commemorated its 45th anniversary along with the 95th birthday of founder Robert E. Simon Jr., remains indelibly linked to its creator.

Though Elliot Carter may be getting all the hype, the modern composer Messiaen also turned 100 this year. His music is both intellectually rigorous and mystically dreamy.

The Spring for Music Festival, a new event showcasing North American orchestras and allowing them to "take artistic risks," is scheduled to debut May 2011.

Dunfermline offers a number of places for tourists to explore. It is also an excellent base from which to explore the rest of Scotland.

Whether you're specifically looking for opera or simply for beautiful seasonal music, these Christmas recordings by opera stars, old and new, are a perfect choice.

Benny Goodman, Swing Era bandleader, also had an interest in the classical arts. He commissioned Aaron Copland to write a concerto for Goodman's instrument, the clarinet.

Alain Trudel--conductor, musician, composer and teacher--is recognized for his work as a Canadian conductor, engaging audiences and advocating Canadian music.

Born in Belleville, Paris, the 'Little Sparrow' had an early life most would consider not exactly rosy, yet became a cultural icon.

Got a couple million dollars lying around? Then buy the musician in your life something that will truly make them stand out in the crowd!

On the evening of October12th, 1962, the jazz composer Charles Mingus assembled together a group of America's finest jazz musicians to record a concert.

There have been many famous African-Americans who have succeeded in business, sports, politics, acting and music, but Anderson was one of the first.

Lewis Black ignores the potential for insightful, funny political commentary and, instead, settles for little more than a sophomoric tirade with little substance.

On July 21, 2007, international champion performer Sofya Gulyak won first prize in the 2007 William Kapell International Piano Competition at the University of Maryland.

Mastering the how-to's of cold calling lies at the heart of building up your network.

A wealth of early childhood books from international writers and illustrators. Easter basket fillers, birthday presents. See what's new for kids.

Start a tradition of celebrating the holidays by taking a family vacation or couples' getaway. There are holiday vacations to fit every budget.

Biography of Edward "Duke" Ellington - his life and career. He was influential in jazz history and founder of the big-band jazz music.

'The First Lady of Song' is known for her sweet jazz and sultry ballads, peerless vocal technique and wide vocal range.

Mahavishnu Orchestra had achieved notice with their debut album, The Inner Mounting Flame, and followed the record with an intense, successful and extensive tour cycle.

Toronto's Massey Hall, built expressly for orchestral and choral performances, opened June 14, 1894 and earned a unique place in history.

Paul's Case is the story of a sensitive boy with an artistic temperament whose attempt to escape his mundane future ends in tragedy.

Nonie Crete recalls her childhood in Northern Ontario's Penetanguishene and the song that started it all for her, Irish ballad Danny Boy.

DreamWorks Animation is bringing Shrek the Musical to the Broadway Theater on December 14th. Jason Moore (Avenue Q) directs.

J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter prequel, a very short story about James Potter and Sirius Black as teenagers, has touches of her quirky humor and brilliant storytelling.

After months of receiving and judging video submissions, the auditions are over and the YouTube Symphony Orchestra announced its final roster on March 2.

New York City isn't as expensive as students might think. Here's where to find student discounts on Broadway shows, museums, and cultural attractions.

Matt Barkley started as a freshman for one of the nation's top high school football programs. Now he'll try to do so for one of the nation's elite college teams.

Read about daytime talk show host Joy Behar's long and winding road to success

New York City is the unofficial home of American Folk Music, as folkies through the 20th century have gone there to find like hearts and share their music.

Amaranth Road, the acoustic duo behind the album Love Lies Bleeding, reveals how love can be found everywhere, and lead anywhere.

He is the only surviving member of the Quintet that recorded what is considered the greatest Jazz recording; Kind Of Blue. These days he still drums in the Blue.