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HAUSER RETURNS WITH CLASSIC II AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE FRIDAY, APRIL 19

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Friday, February 9, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global cello sensation HAUSER brings his artistry and passion to a new selection of classical music's greatest melodies with the release of his new album Classic II, a follow-up to the worldwide success of 2020's Classic. For the new album, which arrives Friday, April 19, HAUSER has chosen and realized 18 unforgettable melodies in revelatory new arrangements, which were recorded with the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Robert Ziegler. Heralding the album's arrival today alongside preorder is the release of HAUSER's deeply felt interpretation of the romantic "Kiss the Rain" by the internationally acclaimed Korean composer and pianist Yiruma – listen here and watch the music video.

Key Points: 
  • On Classic II, which he produced himself, HAUSER reunites with his creative collaborators on Classic – arranger Robin Smith, Ziegler and the London Symphony Orchestra.
  • "This is such a pleasure for me," HAUSER says, calling Classic II and Classic his "dream albums."
  • Two of the melodies he chose for Classic II had a life-changing significance for HAUSER.
  • Of Classic II, he makes the same point, adding, "The world needs this music now – more than ever."

How video games like 'Starfield' are creating a new generation of classical music fans

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

“Starfield” is one of the most anticipated video games in recent history.

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  • “Starfield” is one of the most anticipated video games in recent history.
  • Soundtracks for outer space have appeared in many films – “Star Wars,” “2001: A Space Odyssey” and “Interstellar,” to name a few.
  • As a conductor, musician and educator, I’m excited about games like “Starfield” because they’re drawing people to symphonic music like never before.

Classical music becomes exclusive

    • During the time of the Renaissance, around the middle 15th to 16th centuries, there was a shift from music as function to music as art and entertainment.
    • Soon, live vocal and instrumental music became a form of popular entertainment, and people clamored for bigger and better sounds.
    • A clear divide between popular music and what became known as “classical” music emerged.
    • Many argue that the classical music world is no longer accessible to most people – it’s seen as too intimidating and too stuffy, with works that are too long and tickets that are too expensive.

From ‘bleeps and bloops’ to symphonic music

    • In a 2021 interview, video game composer and conductor Eimear Noone said, “More young people listen to orchestral music through their game consoles today than have ever listened to orchestral music in the history of music.” She’s probably right.
    • There are over 3 billion gamers around the world, and people between the ages of 18 and 25 spend the most time playing video games.
    • A 2018 poll conducted by the U.K.‘s Royal Philharmonic Orchestra found that more young people are exposed to classical music through video games than through attending live performances.
    • “Thanks to video games,” Boston Globe music writer A.Z.

Getting the recognition it deserves

    • Today’s video game music is more interactive and nonlinear than traditional concert hall and film music.
    • Like “Starfield,” many modern game titles incorporate symphonic music needed to provide the emotional and atmospheric underpinning of the game experience.
    • In 2023, the Grammys recognized “Best Video Game Soundtrack” as an official category for the first time.
    • Video game music has come a long way from its first “bleeps and bloops.” Symphonic music will continue to accompany players’ video game journeys, and like “Starfield,” the sky is no longer the limit.

Apple Music Classical is here

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Apple® today launched Apple Music® Classical, a brand-new standalone music streaming app designed to deliver the listening experience classical music lovers deserve.

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  • Apple® today launched Apple Music® Classical, a brand-new standalone music streaming app designed to deliver the listening experience classical music lovers deserve.
  • With Apple Music Classical, Apple Music subscribers can easily find any recording in the world’s largest classical music catalog with fully optimized search; enjoy the highest audio quality available and experience many classical favorites in a whole new way with immersive Spatial Audio; browse expertly curated playlists, insightful composer biographies, and descriptions of thousands of works; and so much more.
  • The combination of Apple Music Classical and Apple Music provides a complete music experience for everyone, from longtime classical fans to first-time listeners, and everyone in between.
  • We believe this is the very best classical music streaming experience available anywhere, and for us, this is just the beginning.”
    With over 5 million tracks, Apple Music Classical is home to the world’s largest classical music catalog, covering the whole spectrum from celebrated recordings to forgotten gems.

Mark Antoine, CEO of Inspired Keynotes, accepted into Forbes Coaches Council

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Friday, October 14, 2022

PARIS, Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mark Antoine, Founder and CEO of Inspired Keynotes, an event services company providing global corporations with storytelling and public speaking coaching, as well as keynotes & emcee services, has been accepted into Forbes Coaches Council, an invitation-only community for leading business and career coaches.

Key Points: 
  • Mark Antoine, Founder and CEO of Inspired Keynotes, an event services company providing global corporations with storytelling and public speaking coaching, as well as keynotes & emcee services, has been accepted into Forbes Coaches Council, an invitation-only community for leading business and career coaches.
  • PARIS, Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mark Antoine, Founder and CEO of Inspired Keynotes, an event services company providing global corporations with storytelling and public speaking coaching, as well as keynotes & emcee services, has been accepted into Forbes Coaches Council, an invitation-only community for leading business and career coaches.
  • "We are honored to welcome Mark Antoine into the community," said Scott Gerber, founder of Forbes Councils, the collective that includes Forbes Coaches Council.
  • "I am so honored and excited to be part of such prestigious group of people at Forbes Coaches Council" said Mark Antoine, founder and CEO of Inspired Keynotes.

Marquee TV Arts on Demand Launches on Amazon’s Prime Video Channels

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Marquee TV , the specialty streaming service for arts and culture, today announced its U.S. launch on Amazons Prime Video Channels , the premier destination for third-party networks and streaming channels subscriptions.

Key Points: 
  • Marquee TV , the specialty streaming service for arts and culture, today announced its U.S. launch on Amazons Prime Video Channels , the premier destination for third-party networks and streaming channels subscriptions.
  • With this news, Marquee TV becomes the first and only Prime Video Channel dedicated exclusively to multi-genre performing arts.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220314005870/en/
    By joining Prime Video Channels, Marquee TV is making it easier and more affordable than ever to experience the best in arts and culture, from the comfort of your couch.
  • Marquee TVs mission is to democratize access to the performing arts and its sheer scale makes Prime Video Channels a perfect partner, remarked Marquee TV co-founder and chief executive Simon Walker.

Nextech AR Spatial Mapping Technology Chosen by the City Of London For Metaverse Launch

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021

The City of London Metaverse is powered by Nextechs ARway spatial mapping technology and software development kit (SDK).

Key Points: 
  • The City of London Metaverse is powered by Nextechs ARway spatial mapping technology and software development kit (SDK).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211013005319/en/
    In August of this year, Nextech announced its acquisition of ARway , a leader in spatial computer mapping.
  • By combining spatial mapping with Artificial Intelligence to scan and recognize surroundings, Nextechs customers can now create hyper-accurate, location-based 3D mapping, critical to wayfinding and building the Metaverse.
  • This mapping technology adds leverage and revenue potential for Nextechs AR for e-commerce, AR wayfinding, AR advertising, HoloX Human Holograms and AR Portals.

Nextech AR Chosen by the City Of London For Metaverse Launch

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021

("Nextech" or the "Company") (OTCQB: NEXCF) (NEO: NTAR) (CSE: NTAR) (FSE: N29), a diversified leading provider of augmented reality ("AR") experience technologies and services, is proud to announce the launch of its "mini-metaverse" at "Harmony at London Wall Place" in the City of London.

Key Points: 
  • ("Nextech" or the "Company") (OTCQB: NEXCF) (NEO: NTAR) (CSE: NTAR) (FSE: N29), a diversified leading provider of augmented reality ("AR") experience technologies and services, is proud to announce the launch of its "mini-metaverse" at "Harmony at London Wall Place" in the City of London.
  • The City of London Metaverse is powered by Nextech's ARway spatial mapping technology and software development kit (SDK).
  • This mapping technology adds leverage and revenue potential for Nextech's AR for e-commerce, AR wayfinding, AR advertising, HoloX Human Holograms and AR Portals.
  • The City of London Corporation is the governing body of the City of London, the historic centre of London and home to much of the UK's financial sector - the "Square Mile."

EXPO 2020 Dubai Water Feature by WET Debuts

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Friday, October 1, 2021

Today at the opening of Expo 2020, Expo 2020 Dubai will unveil one of its must-see attractions, a new water feature designed by WET , an integrated architecture, design, manufacturing and engineering firm based in Los Angeles, California.

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  • Today at the opening of Expo 2020, Expo 2020 Dubai will unveil one of its must-see attractions, a new water feature designed by WET , an integrated architecture, design, manufacturing and engineering firm based in Los Angeles, California.
  • WET creates immersive, experiential large-scale water features around the world, such as this, one of their largest and most technologically advanced installations for Expo 2020 Dubai.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211001005190/en/
    Expo 2020 Dubai Water Feature by WET (Photo: Business Wire)
    The water features lower plaza area is almost the size of half a football field, with water walls more than four stories high.
  • The Expo 2020 Dubai Water Feature by WET opened to the public today on October 1.

Genetic Testing Pioneer DnaNudge Announces Completion of $60 Million Series A Investment Led by Ventura Capital

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Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Consumer genetics testing and medical diagnostics pioneer DnaNudge today announces that it has successfully completed a $60 million Series A investment round led by investment company Ventura Capital.

Key Points: 
  • Consumer genetics testing and medical diagnostics pioneer DnaNudge today announces that it has successfully completed a $60 million Series A investment round led by investment company Ventura Capital.
  • DnaNudge is also providing CovidNudge testing as a private consumer service and is playing a key role in the safe return of the UKs cultural sector.
  • The gold-standard RT-PCR platform brought to market by DnaNudge is a quantum leap in terms of PCR testing time, cost and ease.
  • Powered by this investment, DnaNudge is well-positioned to become the new standard for disease testing globally.