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The Great Mazz: Tribute concert held for late professor

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[metaslider id=8389]   NUNET CLITANDRE Special to The Leader “Playing in tune is like being pregnant, you either are, or you aren’t.” This quote was one of many quirky quips of the late Carl V. Mazzio that was shared by his colleagues at his tribute concert in King Concert Hall......
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Constellation Concert Series premieres to praise

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SHENECA SHARPE Staff Writer Rosch Recital Hall has begun the annual Constellation Concert Series during which students and community members alike could enjoy Fredonia’s own performing special classical pieces. With instruments ranging from the piano to the bowed vibraphone, the performances showcased the range of skill these students possess. It......
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A classical tale with a musical twist: Alcott’s ‘Little Women’ adapted as opera

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LERON WELLINGTON Staff Writer There is nothing better than a revamped classic. A story that is beloved for many reasons, Louisa May Alcott’s “Little Women” comes to Fredonia in a contemporary opera adaptation. The novel, which was originally published in 1868, has been transformed into a two-act opera by American......
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Total Yuppies and Passed Out close the semester at BJ’s

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[metaslider id=7900] KRIS HARRIS Staff Writer As the end of the fall semester comes upon us, it’s completely understandable to try to blow off some steam before the responsibilities of finals set in. Some turn to quiet ventures such as a movie or reading book, while some prefer jamming out......
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‘Arctic Song’ debuts in the U.S.: Musical written by former Moody Blues player

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AMBER MATTICE Reverb Editor After approximately 20 years of writing and planning, musician and former member of both the Moody Blues and Wings Denny Laine’s musical “Arctic Song” had its U.S. debut here on Fredonia’s campus. The musical touches on issues of climate change through a fantastic story about an......
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Ring Road Singers mark first performance with new name

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CONNOR HOFFMAN Managing Editor On Nov. 14, the Ring Road Singers, formerly known as Whitachoir, performed their first fall concert after their recent rebranding. Dave Waterland, the group’s music director, explained the idea behind their group’s decision to rebrand themselves. “When you base your group’s name off one composer, it......

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