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Garden Tour Raises Money

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:13:00 GMT

The flowers are ready for your review. So are the other plants and materials that make up a memorable garden. The annual garden tour sponsored by the Minot Symphony League is on now at several stops including three homes, two large acreages, and a wine

Conductor Sir Charles Mackerras dies at 84

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:53:00 GMT

The symphony and opera conductor Sir Charles Mackerras has died of cancer at age 84. The death was announced Thursday by his management firm, Askonas Holt. The company said Mackerras died Wednesday night in London. Mackerras grew up and stu

J&J sales plunge as new drug recall announced

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 08:56:00 GMT

Sales of Johnson & Johnson pain relievers are plunging amid repeated recalls, with an eighth that expands callbacks for products like Tylenol and Motrin IB just announced. That's an embarrassment for a company that set the standard on how t

Hoeven Announces Appointments to Higher Education Board

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 18:00:00 GMT

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven today announced the appointments of Kirsten Diederich of Fargo and Duaine Espegard of Grand Forks to the State Board of Higher Education for four-year terms effective July 1. In addition, Melissa Bonner, a stud

Spanish Nights theme of Helena summer symphony

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 04:23:00 GMT

Thousands of music lovers are expected to gather on the lawn at Carroll College for the 7th annual Symphony Under the Stars on July 17. An evening of tango music is on tap for this year's symphony, dubbed Spanish Nights. Helena Symphony Mu

Bismarck Mandan Celebrates the Fourth

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 17:15:00 GMT

It was a beautiful day for a parade. Mandan has celebrated Independence Day with a parade almost as long its been a city. It is the largest parade in North Dakota. This year's theme was grovin back to the 70's. The parade has become and annual par

Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:...

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 10:41:00 GMT

Health officials in the Fargo area say a nationwide scam involving bogus restaurant inspections has made its way to the area. Fargo Cass Public Health says the scam involves a person claiming to represent the local [[kxtopic:health-department:t[

Fireworks, symphony concert on tap at ND Capitol

Sat, 03 Jul 2010 23:43:00 GMT

The Bismarck Mandan Symphony Orchestra is once again performing a free concert on the state Capitol grounds in Bismarck for the Fourth of July. The event is scheduled to get under way at 8 p.m. Sunday with the local wind ensemble West River Wind

Jimmy Smits hosts DC's July 4th celebration

Sat, 03 Jul 2010 20:13:00 GMT

Jimmy Smits is a die-hard New Yorker, but even he has to admit that the July Fourth celebration in Washington chokes him up more. Smits is hosting tonight's "A Capitol Fourth." He says the combination of the National Symphony and the fireworks o

4th of July Events

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:02:00 GMT

Let the "oohing and ahhing" begin! Fireworks are just a small part of what's planned for the 4th of July weekend. In Mandan... Event organizers say you can expect more than 150 arts and craft booths for "Art in the Park"... and more than 30 food vendors

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Wed, 30 Jun 2010 07:32:00 GMT

AP Entertainment & Arts Digest for Wednesday, June 30, 2010 Questions to Dolores Barclay, 212-621-1626, or dbarclay"at"ap.org. In video, contact Alicia Quarles at 212-621-7425. Expanded AP content, beyond what appears on this wire, can

Seattle Symphony names new music director

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 06:36:00 GMT

The Seattle Symphony Orchestra has picked a 36-year-old French maestro as its new music director. The Seattle Times reports that Ludovic Morlot (LOO-da-vick More-LOW) assumes the title of "music director designate" this fall, at the beginning of

Sunflower oil

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:46:00 GMT

We all have one...a favorite snack. But do you really know what you are munching on? The National Sunflower Association gathers in Bismarck to find out what consumers want and what role their industry can take in providing consumers with a healthy, yet t

DC July 4 features David Archuleta, Gladys Knight

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 05:33:00 GMT

"American Idol" runner-up David Archuleta (ar-choo-LET'-ah) and Gladys Knight will perform at the annual July Fourth holiday concert in Washington. "A Capitol Fourth" will be broadcast live from the west lawn of the Capitol at 8 p.m. on PBS stat

Saturday's major league summary

Sat, 19 Jun 2010 18:07:00 GMT

What started as another low-scoring affair for two scuffling offenses turned into a wild slugfest with Seth Smith leading the Colorado Rockies to an 8-7 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. The Rockies were down by three entering the seventh but scor

On 'air horn night,' Rays kick Marlins, 98

Sat, 19 Jun 2010 17:06:00 GMT

B.J. Upton and Reid Brignac each drew bases-loaded walks in a four-run 11th inning against Jorge Sosa, and the Tampa Bay Rays endured a buzzing symphony of 15,000 air horns and a slew of bizarre late-inning occurrences to beat the Florida Marlins 9-8

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Mon, 14 Jun 2010 07:53:00 GMT

AP Arts & Entertainment Digest for Monday, June 14, 2010 Questions to Dolores Barclay, 212-621-1626, or dbarclay"at"ap.org, or Steve Loeper, 213-346-3135, or sloeper"at"ap.org. In video, contact Alicia Quarles at 212-621-7425. Exp

Boston symphony conductor to miss summer concerts

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 06:22:00 GMT

Boston Symphony Orchestra conductor James Levine (luh-VYNE') is withdrawing from his summer concerts to continue recovering from back surgery. The 66-year-old Levine said in a statement Tuesday he's canceling the dates at the orchestra's summer

Remembering Art Link

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:08:00 GMT

It's a musical celebration on behalf of Art and Grace Link. The Bismarck Mandan Symphony orchestra has been planning the event for the past year. When the former governor passed away last weekthere were some questions if the concert would

Latest Minnesota news, sports, business and entertainment:...

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 19:45:00 GMT

The Minnesota Department of Transportation will relocate part of U.S. Highway 53 near Virginia so United Taconite can mine beneath the current highway. A 1960 easement requires the state to move the highway at the company's request. Maureen Tala

Minivan smashes into Duluth symphony office window

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 10:13:00 GMT

The sound was anything but sweet when a minivan smashed into a plate-glass window at the office of the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra. The driver says his brakes failed and he had to pick a spot to stop the van without hitting pedestrians.

Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:...

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 05:05:00 GMT

North Dakota regulators are working with a Harvey flour mill company to make sure farmers who sell grain to Earth Harvest Mills get paid in a timely manner. The Public Service Commission decided against issuing a cease-and-desist order, saying i

Grand Forks Symphony hires new musical director

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:53:00 GMT

The Greater Grand Forks Symphony Orchestra has hired a new musical director after a search that lasted nearly two years. Alexander Platt of Chicago is music director of the Waukesha Symphony Orchestra in Wisconsin and the Marion Philharmonic in

Independence Day events planned for Mount Rushmore

Sun, 23 May 2010 11:23:00 GMT

There'll be no fireworks this year, but the 2010 Independence Day celebration at Mount Rushmore National Memorial July 3-4 will feature a full schedule of educational programs, patriotic tributes and musical entertainment. On the bill are childr

Minot chamber group performs April 16

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 18:00:00 GMT

Bismarck State College ArtsQuest hosts The Orenunn Trio Friday, April 16, for an evening of classical and contemporary music arranged for trumpet, strings and piano. The concert by the Minot-based ensemble begins at 7:30 p.m. in Sidney J. Lee Auditor

James Levine hoping to conduct at Tanglewood

Wed, 19 May 2010 10:06:00 GMT

James Levine says his recent back surgery was a "spectacular success," but he doesn't know whether he will be able to conduct at the Tanglewood Festival this summer. The 66-year-old spoke Wednesday to The Associated Press before a ceremony at th

CELEBS, FILM, MUSIC, TV, BOOKS, ART, THEATER

Tue, 18 May 2010 05:26:00 GMT

Arts & Entertainment Digest for Tuesday, May 18, 2010 Questions to Dolores Barclay, 212-621-1626, or dbarclay"at"ap.org, or Steve Loeper, 213-346-3135, or sloeper"at"ap.org. In video, contact Alicia Quarles at 212-621-7425. Expanded

Boston Pops unveils musical tribute to Kennedys

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:44:00 GMT

The Boston Pops is taking the wraps off a musical tribute to the Kennedys. The world premiere of "The Dream Lives On: A Portrait of the Kennedy Brothers," is set for Tuesday night at Symphony Hall. Celebrity narrators Robert De Niro, Morgan Fr

(Following Advance for Use Friday, May 14)

Mon, 03 May 2010 02:52:00 GMT

Today in History Today is Friday, May 14, the 134th day of 2010. There are 231 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On May 14, 1610, King Henry IV of France was stabbed to death while riding in his carriage in Paris b

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Sun, 02 May 2010 02:31:00 GMT

Luisi appointed Met's principal guest conductor

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:16:00 GMT

Fabio Luisi has been appointed principal guest conductor of the Metropolitan Opera starting next season, a move that some will see as making him a candidate to eventually succeed James Levine as music director. Luisi, a 51-year-old Italian, alre

April 21 Minot Symphony Concert

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 08:22:00 GMT

Levine withdraws from Cincinnati Opera celebration

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 10:34:00 GMT

Conductor James Levine has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Opera's 90th anniversary gala concert and two performances of Wagner's "Die Meistersinger von Nuernberg." The 66-year-old said in a statement Monday that his doctors have advised him to take

Levine to have 2nd back operation, miss Met season

Sun, 04 Apr 2010 10:55:00 GMT

Conductor James Levine will have a second back operation and will miss the rest of the Metropolitan Opera season. The 66-year-old is the music director of the Met and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. He had surgery last fall to repair a herniated

Leonard Slatkin withdraws from Met 'Traviata'

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 10:34:00 GMT

Conductor Leonard Slatkin has withdrawn from the Metropolitan Opera's revival of Verdi's "La Traviata" after one performance and critical reviews. Slatkin, the music director of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, originally was hired by the Met sev

Canadians add world title to Olympic gold

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 10:20:00 GMT

Olympic gold medalists Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir of Canada have won their first title at the world figure skating championships. Olympic silver medalists Meryl Davis and Charlie White of the United States took silver and Italy's Federica Faiel

Boston Symphony's Levine out 3 weeks for back pain

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 06:15:00 GMT

Conductor James Levine (luh-VYNE') will miss the next three weeks with the Boston Symphony Orchestra because of continuing back problems. The orchestra announced his absence Monday. Levine is the music director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra a

(Following Advance for Use Tuesday, March 23)

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 02:31:00 GMT

Today in History Today is Tuesday, March 23, the 82nd day of 2010. There are 283 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On March 23, 1775, Patrick Henry delivered an address to the Virginia Provincial Convention

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Sun, 14 Mar 2010 02:10:00 GMT

March 3 Minot Symphony

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:19:00 GMT

Kennedy Center to stage celebrations of JFK, India

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:12:00 GMT

The living memorial to President John F. Kennedy is planning a two-week series of performances early next year to honor the 35th president and mark the 50th anniversary of his inauguration. The tribute is part of the largest ever programming s

Volunteers search for missing California teen

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 14:39:00 GMT

A search has resumed for a suburban San Diego teen who failed to return from a run near a lake three days ago. More than 1,000 volunteers gathered Sunday to help police and sheriff's deputies look for 17-year-old Chelsea King, a high school seni

Volunteers search for missing San Diego teen

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 07:25:00 GMT

Authorities are searching for a San Diego teen who failed to return from a run near a lake Thursday. More than 1,000 volunteers gathered Sunday to help police and sheriff's deputies look for 17-year-old Chelsea King, a high school senior.

Riccardo Muti announces next CSO season

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:14:00 GMT

Conductor Riccardo Muti (MOOT'-ee) will begin his tenure as music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra with a free concert at the city's Millennium Park. Muti and CSO Association President Deborah Rutter on Thursday announced the orchestra

Symphony Student Concert

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:13:00 GMT

What had more than 15-hundred kids in Minot tapping their feet today? The music of some of history's greatest composers...played by some of the areas best musical talent. The Minot Symphony Orchestra held two concerts for kids from schools covering 11 di

James Taylor to hold Haiti benefit show in Mass.

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:03:00 GMT

James Taylor is planning a benefit concert in Massachusetts to aid earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. Proceeds from the concert scheduled for Friday at The Mahaiwe (muh-HAY'-wee) Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington will go to Partners i

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 03:27:00 GMT

MORNING PREP - MORNING PREP - MORNING PREP - MORNING PREP ! TODAY IN HISTORY ! Today in History Today is Tuesday, Dec. 22, the 356th day of

(Following Advance for Use Tuesday, Dec. 22)

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 03:55:00 GMT

Today in History Today is Tuesday, Dec. 22, the 356th day of 2009. There are nine days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: In 1944, during the World War II Battle of the Bulge, U.S. Brigadier General Anthony C. M

(Following Advance for Use Tuesday, Dec. 22)

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 02:24:00 GMT

Today in History Today is Tuesday, Dec. 22, the 356th day of 2009. There are 9 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: In 1944, during the World War II Battle of the Bulge, U.S. Brigadier General Anthony C. McAu

Here is the latest South Dakota news from The Associated Press...

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:13:00 GMT

Newly designed South Dakota driving licenses are already being issued in Pierre and Armour and will be rolled out in the rest of the state in the next couple of weeks. Beginning Dec. 31, people will have to present additional documents to get a licen

Latest South Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:...

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:13:00 GMT

Changes are being made in South Dakota's driving licenses and the way they are issued. Newly designed licenses with improved security features are already being issued in Pierre and Armour and will be rolled out in the rest of the state in the n

SD Symphony Orchestra director resigns

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 06:36:00 GMT

Tom Bennett has resigned as executive director of the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra to pursue other interests. David Xenakis (ZEN'-ah-kiss), who is serving as interim director, says Bennett had been developing contacts outside of Sioux Falls

Levine due back on podium after disk surgery

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 06:36:00 GMT

Conductor James Levine is due back on the podium following a two-month absence caused by surgery for a herniated disk in his back. The 67-year-old is to conduct the opening performance of a new production of Offenbach's "Les Contes d'Hoffmann (T

A.R. Rahman, Jennifer Hudson headline state dinner

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:32:00 GMT

It's an all-star lineup for Tuesday's first state dinner of the Obama White House: Oscar-winners Jennifer Hudson and A.R. Rahman headline the entertainment list. Hudson won an Academy Award for her role in the movie "Dreamgirls." Rahman won two

(Following Advance for Use Tuesday, Dec. 1)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 02:24:00 GMT

Today in History Today is Tuesday, Dec. 1, the 335th day of 2009. There are 30 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Dec. 1, 1955, Rosa Parks, a black seamstress, refused to give up her seat to a white man on

Holiday symphony concert

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:50:00 GMT

It's not beginning to feel alot like Christmasat least outside. But inside the Belle Mehus it's a whole nother story. The Bismarck Mandan Symphony presents its Holiday Concert tonight and tomorrow. Conductor Beverly Everett says

(Following Advance for Use Saturday, Nov. 28)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:31:00 GMT

Today in History Today is Saturday, Nov. 28, the 332nd day of 2009. There are 33 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Nov. 28, 1909, Sergei Rachmaninoff's notoriously difficult Piano Concerto No. 3 in D mino

(Following Advance for Use Saturday, Nov. 28)

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 02:45:00 GMT

Conductor Slatkin to skip November DSO concerts

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:12:00 GMT

Renowned conductor Leonard Slatkin will skip appearances this month with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra as he recovers from a heart attack. Slatkin's manager R. Douglas Sheldon said Wednesday that doctors want the 65-year-old Slatkin to rest unt

Peter Wolf to perform with Portland Symphony

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:13:00 GMT

Rocker Peter Wolf says he's looking forward to trying some home-brewed beer and good wine when he arrives in Maine for a gig with the Portland Symphony Orchestra. Wolf, the former frontman for the J. Geils Band, will narrate Igor Stravinsky's th

House vote coming on health overhaul...Piecing together Fort Hood...

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:52:00 GMT

The way has been cleared for a House vote Saturday on one version of the health care overhaul. President Barack Obama will make one last pitch for his signature legislation on Capitol Hill. Under a late-night agreement, abortion opponents will be giv

Honolulu Symphony cancels remaining 2009 concerts

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:03:00 GMT

The oldest symphony in the nation west of the Rocky Mountains vows a comeback after filing for bankruptcy and canceling concerts for the rest of the year. The Honolulu Symphony says it has accumulated $1 million in debt and doesn't have enough m

November 4 Le Soups/Minot Symphony League

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:35:00 GMT

Bismarck symphony gets new director

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:15:00 GMT

The Bismarck-Mandan Symphony Orchestra has hired a new executive director. Jeffrey Collier's resume includes work with opera star Marilyn Horne and the prestigious Juilliard School of dance, drama and music. Collier holds a master's degree

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:55:00 GMT

One Michael Jackson fan says she was crying during the New York debut of "This is It" last night. Other fans say it was "amazing" and was like having a chance to "say goodbye" to Jackson. In L.A., director and longtime Jackson collaborator Kenny Orte

Opera diva accused of NYC restaurant drama

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:03:00 GMT

An Argentine diva is accused of creating a drama of operatic proportions at a Manhattan cafe. Gabriela Pochinki is due in court Friday on a misdemeanor summons. She's accused of shoving the manager of Nice Matin (nees ma-TAN'), shouting an

NJ Symphony Orchestra names new conductor

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:35:00 GMT

The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra has selected a new conductor. The orchestra announced Tuesday that 46-year-old Jacques Lacombe will succeed Neeme Jarvi (NAY'-mah YAHR'-vee). Jarvi led the regional orchestra from 2004 to 2009. Lacomb

Barry Manilow donates violins to grade schools

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:10:00 GMT

Forty-five elementary school students will learn to play the violin thanks to Barry Manilow. He donated the violins through his Manilow Music Project to students at Hawthorne Elementary in Everett and Tulalip (too-LAY'-lip) Elementary on the Tul

Utah Symphony musicians agree to $1.3M in cuts

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:55:00 GMT

Utah Symphony musicians say they'll give up a pay increase, a few weeks of salary and some benefits to help their employer through difficult economic times. The union musicians will donate a total of $1.3 million in salary and benefits. Local 10

October 8 Dennis Simons - Minot Symphony Orchestra

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 07:18:00 GMT

Local pianists present 'Monster Concert'

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:00:00 GMT

The Monster Piano Ensemble Concert is a "monster" only in the high number of flashing fingers on stage at one time. Several pieces are arranged for five pianos in the area's 11th annual event set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, in Bismarck State Col

Gatti subbing for Levine at Carnegie gala concert

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:46:00 GMT

Daniele Gatti has been selected to fill in for ailing conductor James Levine at Carnegie Hall's season-opening concert Thursday night. Carnegie's announcement Wednesday comes a day after the 67-year-old Levine withdrew from upcoming performances

Conductor Levine withdrawing from upcoming shows

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 06:22:00 GMT

The manager for James Levine says the conductor is withdrawing from upcoming performances with the Metropolitan Opera and Boston Symphony Orchestra. Ronald Wilford says the 67-year-old music director is planning to have surgery for a herniated d

Boston orchestra to honor retiring harpist

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:32:00 GMT

Opening night for the Boston Symphony Orchestra will feature a tribute to retiring harpist Ann Hobson Pilot, the orchestra's first and only African-American woman. Hobson Pilot retired this summer after 40 years with the orchestra. But she will

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:15:00 GMT

A man's been charged with stalking Jewel at the North Texas ranch she shares with her husband. Michael Kozelka, who's 50, now is in the Erath (EE'-rath) County Jail in Stephenville. That's 95 miles southwest of Dallas. The Stephenville Empire-Tribune

NC Symphony names new associate conductor

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:31:00 GMT

A woman whose resume includes working with pianist Ben Folds has been named associate conductor of the North Carolina Symphony. Sarah Hicks' duties will include conducting education and classical concerts throughout the state and performances on

Bagwell named Collegiate Chorale music director

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 14:11:00 GMT

Conductor James Bagwell has been appointed music director of New York City's renowned Collegiate Chorale, succeeding the late Robert Bass. Bagwell has been music director of the May Festival Youth Choir in Cincinnati for 11 seasons and has been

Jordan takes his place in Hall of Fame

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:11:00 GMT

Michael Jordan, often considered the best player ever, has been enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame. Jordan cried at the start of his speech Friday night, then entertained the crowd at Springfield's Symphony Hall with stories of how

Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops director, dies at 74

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 06:22:00 GMT

Erich Kunzel, the longtime conductor of the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, has died. He was 74. Kunzel has been the Cincinnati Pops' conductor since it was established in 1977. He won international fame through sales of more than 10 million recordin

YoYo Ma, Domingo to perform at Kennedy funeral

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 20:14:00 GMT

Cellist Yo-Yo Ma and tenor Placido Domingo will perform at the funeral Mass for Sen. Edward Kennedy. The Rev. Philip Dabney, associate pastor of Boston's Mission Church, says Saturday's service will be a "regular Catholic funeral" with superb m