It’s the time of year when energy is hard to come by. Snow flurries and frigid temps make “Netflix and chill” more tempting than usual. What’s a busy Rochesterian to do? Pick up one of these unique coffee drinks. They’ll jumpstart your brain and keep it buzzing with flavors that give you something to think […]
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VOCAL | Celtic Woman
All-female Celtic singing group Celtic Woman will visit the Rochester Auditorium Theatre on Tuesday, June 23, as part of the group’s 10th Anniversary Celebration tour. The tour features four highly gifted Irish women — three talented singers and one dazzling violinist — with a full band, the Anotas Choir, bagpipers, and Irish dancers. The group […]
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POP ROCK | Ed Sheeran
Grammy-nominated pop superstar Ed Sheeran will make his first visit to Western New York on Sunday, June 7. Sheeran rose to fame when “The A Team,” the first single off his studio debut album entitled “+,” became an international hit in 2011. He is known for his heartfelt and improvisational live performances. British pop band Rixton will open for Sheeran. Ed […]
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VOCAL | Bernadette Peters
Actress, singer, and Broadway legend Bernadette Peters will bring her talents to the Kodak Hall stage this weekend. Peters, who has won numerous Tony and Drama Desk Awards, is one of the most critically acclaimed performers in Broadway history. She will perform a mix of old favorites and lesser-known songs from her expansive solo repertoire. […]
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CLASSICAL | Vocal competitions
There is little better than watching vocalists go head-to-head, and you have two opportunities to choose from this weekend. First, the Rochester Oratorio Society (ROS) will present the ninth consecutive iteration of its highly popular Classical Idol. Contestants will compete for a cash prize as well as performance opportunities with ROS and the Rochester […]
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CLASSICAL | Stephanie Blythe
Called “a once-in-a-generation opera singer” by the New York Times, mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe will perform works by Poulenc, Ferre, Brel, Britten, and Coward as part of the Eastman School of Music’s Kilbourn Concert Series. Blythe has performed with companies around the world, including the Royal Opera in London, Deutsche Oper Berlin, and the Opera National de […]
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CLASSICAL | Publick Musick
Period-instrument ensemble Publick Musick will be joined by Boston-based soprano Shari Alise Wilson and organist Edoardo Bellotti for two performances as part of the Memorial Art Gallery’s Third Thursday Concert series with Eastman’s Italian Baroque Organ. The program of works from the early Italian Baroque period features beautiful and expressive solo motets by Alessandro Grandi, and […]
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Imbibe to revive
It’s that time of year when we’re all looking for warm indulgences to combat the winter cold. Thankfully, Rochester has no shortage of such offerings. Below are five drinks sure to warm your bones during the winter months. What about you? What are your favorite delicacies to warm up with during Rochester’s inimitable winters? Join […]
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Best of Rochester 2014: Critic Picks
City’s critics weigh in with some of their favorites from around town
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Hearing the season change
The 2014–15 classical season is stirring up a wide variety of talents and mediums for the fall. World-renowned guest artists, fearless programming, and interactive concerts are pillars to this fall’s offerings. When you’ve tired of pumpkin farms and apple picking, escape the inevitable early snowflake sighting by checking out some of the following. Rochester is […]
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Important faces
Rochester is rich with history and there are a numerous important figures, past and present, every young Rochesterian should know.
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CELTIC ROOTS | Runa
Runa takes a contemporary and refreshing approach to both traditional and modern Celtic music. This vocal and instrumental band fuses music from Ireland, Scotland, Canada, and the United States to create a pleasing, unique sound. The ensemble features vocals, guitar, percussion, mandolin, and fiddle, as well as some less common instruments like the bodhrán. Runa […]
