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WindRose popularity surging after award win

Imagine having composers beat down your door to write music for you. That’s exactly what’s happened since the WindRose Trio’s debut CD Path of Contact won the 2009 Western Canadian Music Award for classical recording of the year.

Grant Mac students keep good Company

Stephen Sondheim once said, “I prefer neurotic people. I like to hear rumblings beneath the surface.” In Company , the new Grant MacEwan University musical theatre production opening at the John L.
Sturgeon Comp musicians prepare for festival season

Sturgeon Comp musicians prepare for festival season

A fair cross-section of students from Sturgeon Composite High School’s music program can’t wait to wing it to Cuba during spring break.
Local orchid artists bloom

Local orchid artists bloom

Orchid fever apparently affects more than just horticulturists. The flower of 30,000 faces also has a strong following with those who seek to immortalize all objects of beauty — painters.
Francophonie population raises flag on history, culture

Francophonie population raises flag on history, culture

For the 13th year the Francophonie movement is gaining momentum in this province with 22 communities now celebrating their French Canadian heritage.
Riel musical gets tweaked

Riel musical gets tweaked

Much like Americans, Canadians love the underdog, the person who gets pummelled and rises like a phoenix to conquer the odds. St. Albert composer/lyricist Cindy Oxley might not feel like someone who's been beaten by life.

Local Spotlight

St. Albert jazz singer Barbara Leah Meyer is a polished international jazz force and she’s taking her brand of groove to the Bacchus CafĂ© and Wine Bar this coming Tuesday. For most of the four-hour evening starting at 7 p.m.
Gillis explores humanity's Thread

Gillis explores humanity's Thread

International star Margie Gillis, 57, is renowned for being a nimble modern dancer.
Tupelo Honey back, and with first album

Tupelo Honey back, and with first album

Gearing up for a jubilant year, St. Albert rockers Tupelo Honey are ready to put the last 18 months behind them.
Hall Pass needs a free checkup

Hall Pass needs a free checkup

Ever been married and feel like you just need a break? If you believe this movie, it’s normal, and taking a week off of wedded bliss can be a healthy alternative.
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