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“Galileo Galilei” adds energy to “The Globe and Cosmos” celebration

By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Apr. 22, 2015 Last Wednesday, the UNC-Greensboro Theatre presented the opera “Galileo Galilei” as part of the school’s “The Globe and the Cosmos” series, celebrating the 450th birthdays of Galileo and Shakespeare. The opera was performed several times over the past weekend, exhibiting the diverse talents of many university faculty and students. Mary Zimmerman wrote the libretto as the … Continue reading “Galileo Galilei” adds energy to “The Globe and Cosmos” celebration

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WUAG 50TH Anniversary

By Kashif Stone, Staff Writer Published in print Apr. 22, 2015 UNCG’s student radio station, WUAG 103.1 FM, celebrated their 50th year in operation Sunday night despite a location change due to weather conditions. The event was originally scheduled to be held outside on the Stone lawn of campus; however, the rain forced the event to relocate to the Gatewood Studio Arts building. The relocation didn’t stop … Continue reading WUAG 50TH Anniversary

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The perils of music juries at UNCG

By Shannon Neu, Staff Writer Published in print Apr. 22, 2015 If one walks into the music building during this time of year, they will likely hear sounds of students devotedly practicing for their upcoming performance juries. Music students who partake in at least two credit hours of private lessons on their primary instruments during a semester are required to perform an end-of-semester jury. During a performance … Continue reading The perils of music juries at UNCG

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The Last of the Watchdogs

By Sean Higgins, Special to the Carolinian and Director of Spartan T.V. Published in print Apr. 22, 2015 Unless you live under a rock, cannot afford cable or avoid all things Internet, you probably heard that Jon Stewart, longtime host of “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central, is stepping down sometime later this year after 16 years behind the desk. Many believe Stewart was the show’s only … Continue reading The Last of the Watchdogs

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Lowland Hum Returns Home

By Cassandra Hardman, Staff Writer Published in print Apr. 22, 2015 Folk musicians Daniel and Lauren Goans, the popular Greensboro natives and husband-wife duo that makes up Lowland Hum, released their sophomore album last Tuesday. The duo decided to return to their roots this past Saturday, as Greensboro Glenwood Coffee and Books hosted a performance featuring their new work. The duo also brought some friends along with them … Continue reading Lowland Hum Returns Home

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Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance

By Sophia Lucente, A&E Editor Published in print Apr. 22, 2015 It’s 3:30 p.m. on Saturday at Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance. I’m stationed, mud-splattered, on a layered plywood floor beneath the sloping blue and yellow tent ceiling of the Dance Tent when Big Mean Sound Machine finishes sound check and their unfathomably eager crowd clambers to their feet. The biannual festival, held each … Continue reading Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance

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IN REVIEW: Jazmine Sullivan’s “Reality Show”

By Kashif Stone, Staff Writer Published in print Apr. 15, 2015 After being on a hiatus for five years, Jazmine Sullivan made a major return to the music industry with the release of her third studio album “Reality Show” earlier this year. Evolved from deep emotion and heartache, this follow-up to her 2010 album “Love Me Back” stands out from her previous works as it depicts the … Continue reading IN REVIEW: Jazmine Sullivan’s “Reality Show”

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Harry and the Potters play Green Bean

By Shannon Neu, Staff Writer Published Apr. 15, 2015 Lovers of fantasy stories were enchanted by a magical evening of Harry Potter themed music Sunday at the Green Bean. Audience members of all ages rocked out to enthusiastic performances inspired by the Harry Potter series. The Blibbering Humdingers performed a hilarious first set, complete with music and jokes inspired by Harry Potter. Their music also made references … Continue reading Harry and the Potters play Green Bean

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UNCG ARTISTS WEEKLY: Aja Cooper

By Cassandra Hardman, Staff Writer Published in print Apr. 15, 2015 At 19, most teenagers are still trying figuring out what they what to do in life and just want to have fun. But one teenager was busy looking for the perfect cover for her upcoming book. UNC-Greensboro English major Aja Cooper says she always knew she was going to be a writer. “I knew when I … Continue reading UNCG ARTISTS WEEKLY: Aja Cooper

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In review: Amanda Palmer and her audience

By Sophia Lucente, A&E Editor Published in print Apr. 15, 2015 Palmer performing in Pittsburgh with the Danger Ensemble in 2008. On Monday Apr. 6, an inspiringly diverse crowd in both age and attire greeted esteemed alternative queen Amanda Palmer at the Fletcher Opera Theater in Raleigh, N.C. The multi-instrumentalist and soon-to-be mother, known widely for her co-leadership of pseudo-gothic duo the Dresden Dolls, was … Continue reading In review: Amanda Palmer and her audience

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