WGBH has launched a new series, Classical Connections, which proves without a doubt why the Massachusetts classical music scene rocks. The feature airs every Friday, and has both interviews and excerpts of performances by some of the commonwealth's most talented classical musicians and composers. Get at taste at the WGBH's webpage. Head of Hardangerfete Norwegian Fiddle, by … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2008
The News is Good
If the Massachusetts art scene were a middle school, and we were crackpot junior news reporters, our overzealous (but earnest!) headlines might look something like this: ART MUSEUM FOSTERS TALENTED PHOTOGRAPHER Rania Matar is named a finalist for the ICA's prestigious Foster Prize. "STATE OF THE ART" A SPATE OF GREAT ART Dawn Lundy Martin joins chuck d, Sonia Sanchez, … [Read more...]
Dance this Mess Around
"Everything our parents said was good is bad. Sun, milk, red meat, college." from the film Annie Hall. If youre a dancer and youre interested in finding out what things you can do to take better care of your body, you might consider checking out a panel discussion on April 14th. The Boston Dance Alliance has put together a panel of experts who will discuss topics such as … [Read more...]
Three to See
We are pleased to announce three upcoming exhibitions of work by MCC Artist Fellows and Finalists. Painted Visions runs through April 17 at ArtSpace Maynard and features the work of eight painters recognized by the MCC's 2006 Artist Fellowship program. Uncommon Denominator, an exhibition of 2007 photography Fellows and Finalists, runs April 28 - May 30 at Simmons … [Read more...]
Space Out
Whether you're serious about buying or just 'buy-curious', Needham and Lowell both have awesome new opportunities for artists looking to purchase their own workspace. In Needham, the newly renovated Gorse Mill Studios building contains three floors of studios with many ammenities. In Lowell, the Marston Building has 7 units of artist live/work space in it, with lots of … [Read more...]