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The Glenn Gould Foundation Presents Ryan Wang’s Hometown Performance as a Tribute to a Rising Musical Star and Model of Community Engagement

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tisdag, maj 21, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Glenn Gould Foundation proudly announces the eagerly anticipated hometown performance of one of the great future stars of romantic piano music, Ryan Wang. Set to take place in Vancouver, Canada, this concert represents a significant milestone in Ryan’s musical journey and highlights the Foundation’s commitment to nurturing young artists and fostering cultural enrichment in local communities across Canada.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Glenn Gould Foundation proudly announces the eagerly anticipated hometown performance of one of the great future stars of romantic piano music, Ryan Wang.
  • Even though no one in his family had been a musician, Ryan’s love for the piano sparked at a young age.
  • At the age of four, Ryan began playing the piano; in 2013, he began his musical studies under the tutelage of renowned teachers Professor Lee Kum Sing and Dr. Sunsung Kong.
  • In anticipation of the upcoming concert, Ryan Wang expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to perform in his hometown.

Media Recap: An Unforgettable Night at Carnegie Hall for Michael Dorf Presents: The Music of Crosby, Stills, and Nash

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tisdag, maj 14, 2024

NEW YORK, May 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Last night, the iconic Carnegie Hall was filled with the legendary music of Crosby, Stills, and Nash. A formidable lineup of artists paid homage to the group’s timeless and timely lyrics and philosophy about speaking out and changing the world. The Music of Crosby, Stills and Nash was a part of the 19th annual tribute series hosted by Michael Dorf Presents, celebrating the influential songbook of these legendary musicians while supporting music education for underserved youth.

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  • NEW YORK, May 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Last night, the iconic Carnegie Hall was filled with the legendary music of Crosby, Stills, and Nash.
  • The Music of Crosby, Stills and Nash was a part of the 19th annual tribute series hosted by Michael Dorf Presents, celebrating the influential songbook of these legendary musicians while supporting music education for underserved youth.
  • The event was not only a celebration of music but also a powerful endorsement of the transformative power of music education.
  • This tribute not only honored the musical legacy of Crosby, Stills, and Nash but also reinforced the community's commitment to nurturing musical talent through education.

University of Texas Wind Ensemble Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Historic Performance at Carnegie Hall, Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 2pm

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torsdag, maj 16, 2024

The University of Texas Wind Ensemble, hailed as one of America’s truly elite wind bands, marks its 50th anniversary with a performance at Carnegie Hall in the Isaac Stern Auditorium / Ronald O. Perelman Stage on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 2pm.

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  • The University of Texas Wind Ensemble, hailed as one of America’s truly elite wind bands, marks its 50th anniversary with a performance at Carnegie Hall in the Isaac Stern Auditorium / Ronald O. Perelman Stage on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 2pm.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240516126299/en/
    The University of Texas Wind Ensemble, Jerry Junkin, Conductor.
  • Since its inception, the University of Texas Wind Ensemble has captivated audiences with dynamic performances and innovative programming.
  • Don’t miss this historic celebration of musical excellence as The University of Texas Wind Ensemble takes the stage at Carnegie Hall.

Alameda Health System adds group singing and lullaby composition to perinatal care

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torsdag, maj 2, 2024

OAKLAND, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Some of Alameda Health System's newest parents will have original songs to sing to their babies this Mother's Day: lullabies they wrote themselves.

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  • Carnegie Hall, Noe Music, and Alameda Health System collaborate to offer the Lullaby Project to patients.
  • Alameda Health System has partnered with Carnegie Hall and Noe Music to offer the Lullaby Project , which pairs professional musicians with expecting families.
  • San Francisco music series and cultural hub Noe Music provides professional musicians to the Lullaby Project at Alameda Health System.
  • "Pregnant parents who receive their perinatal care at Alameda Health System can expect comprehensive, wraparound services and whole-person programming that enriches their pregnancy journey from start to finish," said James Jackson, CEO of Alameda Health System.

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and Northwell Health extend strategic affiliation

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måndag, april 29, 2024

The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory - Northwell Health affiliation aims to bring cutting-edge biology research to the bedside of tens of thousands of cancer patients in diverse communities across the state.

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  • The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory - Northwell Health affiliation aims to bring cutting-edge biology research to the bedside of tens of thousands of cancer patients in diverse communities across the state.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240429875248/en/
    Northwell Health President & CEO Michael Dowling (left) and Bruce Stillman, President & CEO of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, reaffirm their exclusive strategic affiliation for another 10 years.
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    “The alliance between Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) and Northwell Health brings transformative bioscience research into the clinic,” says CSHL President & CEO Bruce Stillman .
  • Northwell Health and the Northwell Health Cancer Institute , with its 400 physicians and researchers, have significantly expanded their oncology footprint since the initial CSHL affiliation was announced in 2015.

USA for Ukraine Presents the Kyiv Camerata for a Benefit Tour

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onsdag, april 17, 2024

GREENWICH, Conn., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In its first visit to the United States since 1998, Kyiv Camerata, Ukraine's leading chamber ensemble, will perform an all-Ukrainian program of North American premieres as part of a benefit tour from April 26th through May 4th supporting humanitarian and animal causes in Ukraine.

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  • GREENWICH, Conn., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In its first visit to the United States since 1998, Kyiv Camerata, Ukraine's leading chamber ensemble, will perform an all-Ukrainian program of North American premieres as part of a benefit tour from April 26th through May 4th supporting humanitarian and animal causes in Ukraine.
  • The 24-member Kyiv Camerata will perform the North American premieres of works by leading Ukrainian composers, including Zoltan Almashi, Oleksandr Kozarenko, Yevhen Stankovych, Volodomyr Zubytsky, Victoria Poleva, and Valentin Sylvestrov.
  • Shchetynsky's Requiem, Skoryk's Melody, and Sylvestrov's Prayer for Ukraine are the only works on the program not receiving their North American premieres.
  • Tickets range from $45 - $150.

Waldo International School Students Achieve Top Honors in Prestigious Competitions

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måndag, april 15, 2024

JERSEY CITY, N.J., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Waldo International School, a leader in personalized education and innovation, announced today the exceptional achievements of its students, Rachel Xin and Jahzara Martina Pacurar, who have recently attained remarkable success in international and national competitions.

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  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Waldo International School, a leader in personalized education and innovation, announced today the exceptional achievements of its students, Rachel Xin and Jahzara Martina Pacurar, who have recently attained remarkable success in international and national competitions.
  • Rachel Xin, a brilliant second-grade student at Waldo International School, showcased her extraordinary musical talent at the Young Maestro International Competition, earning the prestigious title of The Highest Level Finalist.
  • Waldo International School remains dedicated to offering a personalized and innovative educational experience to students from preschool through 8th grade.
  • For more information about Waldo International School and its programs, visit https://waldoschool.com or follow the school on Instagram @thewaldoschool and LinkedIn at World of ABC, The Waldo School.

Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society Works Toward Re-Opening

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måndag, april 8, 2024

PHILADELPHIA, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Repairs and restoration work continue after a 2020 flood caused more than $500,000 in damage to the historic landmark building of the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society, The Society's building was the home of Marian Anderson, the iconic contralto singer who performed a wide-range of music, from opera to spirituals, from 1924-1965.

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  • We keep going because we love this work and are inspired by the legacy of Marian Anderson," said Jillian Patricia Pirtle, CEO of the National Marian Anderson Museum and Historical Society.
  • "As an organization committed to celebrating our nation's history and preserving it, our National Society is pleased to help the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society and support its efforts," said Wright.
  • To heighten visibility for the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society restoration needs, the Museum is encouraging the public to share "What Marian Anderson Means to Me" on the Museum's Facebook page in April and May.
  • The Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society continues to work to reopen its historic landmark, located at 762 South Martin Street in Philadelphia.

USPS Honors Betty Ford

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fredag, april 5, 2024

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Postal Service issued a commemorative stamp celebrating the life of former First Lady Betty Ford on the campus of Eisenhower Health, adjacent to the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, CA. She was the wife of Gerald R. Ford, the 38th president, and widely admired for her support of women's rights and her candor about the serious health challenges she faced.

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  • RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Postal Service issued a commemorative stamp celebrating the life of former First Lady Betty Ford on the campus of Eisenhower Health, adjacent to the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, CA.
  • Also attending were Susan Ford Bales, Betty Ford's daughter; Marty Massiello, CEO of Eisenhower Health; Dr. Joseph Lee, president and CEO of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation; and Tessa Voss, also of the foundation.
  • Betty Ford did that for both breast cancer and addiction — replacing shame and isolation with dignity, community and equitable care," Lee said.
  • In 1982, Ford and Leonard Firestone, a former ambassador and family friend, established the Betty Ford Center substance use disorder treatment center, which is now part of the nonprofit Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation.

hoopla Digital Announces Latest BingePass with medici.tv, Bringing World-Renowned Classical Music and Fine Arts Video Platform to Libraries

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tisdag, mars 19, 2024

hoopla Digital , the only all-in-one digital media app for public libraries and their patrons, today announced a partnership with medici.tv , the world’s premier source for classical music programming, to launch a new BingePass.

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  • hoopla Digital , the only all-in-one digital media app for public libraries and their patrons, today announced a partnership with medici.tv , the world’s premier source for classical music programming, to launch a new BingePass.
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    medici.tv streams live events from prestigious halls like Carnegie Hall, La Scala, the Royal Opera House and the Paris Opera worldwide.
  • Their extensive video-on-demand catalog is now accessible with the hoopla BingePass and includes 1,500 concerts, 350 operas, 150 ballets, 1,300 documentaries, 250 master classes, and 550 jazz performances.
  • To access content on hoopla, including BingePasses, cardholders of participating libraries can download the free hoopla mobile app on their Android or iOS device or visit hoopladigital.com .