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Wayne Shorter at 80, catching his second wind
The saxophonist who played with some of the greats has taken his place among them.
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Musically, Stereophonics’s script is still being written
“Graffiti on the Train” is the band’s well-crafted but inconsistent eighth studio album.
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What to know before you head to Virgin Mobile FreeFest
A fair amount of planning is called for to get you onto the grounds -- and if, you’re truly wily -- into prime seats. What to know.
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Fred Katz, 94, musician and educator, dies
Fred Katz, 94, a musician, composer and educator, helped introduce the cello to jazz.
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Britney Spears, “Work B----“: It’s trending, but is it good?
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Virgin Mobile FreeFest set times and songs to know
Read about our picks for the festival with the songs you need to know before you go.
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Oddisee, feeling at home in D.C.
The Prince George’s native now lives in Brooklyn, but Monday’s show at Liv Nightclub felt like a hometown gig.
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NSO extends contract of pops conductor Steven Reineke
Steven Reineke will work through the 2017-18 season, the National Symphony Orchestra said.
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Melissa Aldana wins 2013 Monk jazz competition
The 24-year-old tenor saxophonist from Chile is the first woman to win the jazz contest on an instrument.
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NSO announces new annual VA residency from 2014
The National Symphony Orchestra will start a five-year partnership in Newport News in fall, 2014
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Graham Nash’s unique rock-and-roll odyssey
The rock legend reflects on his music, relationships and political leanings.
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Powder Mill, Goldfrapp, Gucci Mane: Critic’s Notebook
Notable recordings from the world of pop music.
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Inscape continues quest to show new music at its best
The intrepid chamber ensemble opened its new season Thursday night at the Mansion at Strathmore.
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The unexpected star of ‘Tristan und Isolde’: The orchestra
REVIEW | Outstanding music drowns out any uneven voices on opera’s opening day at the Kennedy Center.
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Vibraphone innovator Gary Burton leads a well-honed quartet at Blues Alley
The four-mallet technique was in full display during the New Gary Burton Quartet show.
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Butch Warren’s last jam
The melody lingers on for jazz bassist Butch Warren as a life of legendary performances nears a coda.
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Twenty years of memories and Marlboros at the Black Cat
I still flinch when people call it “the Cat.”
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‘Tristan und Isolde’: Striking a chord of longing
Opinions on Wagner’s opera, which kicks off the Washington National Opera’s season, are divided.
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Diminishing strings leave BSO uneven
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is feeling cutbacks in the string section.
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Gloria Estefan, Natalie Cole, Ricky Marin and more to perform White House Latin music event
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Solange will shimmy her way back to D.C. this fall
Everyone’s favorite hipster little sister will play GW’s Lisner Auditorium on Nov. 2.
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No monogamy but lots of monotony
MUSIC REVIEW | R&B star the Weeknd can’t match his previous highs on “Kiss Land.”
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Verge Ensemble performs at American Art Museum
Contemporary chamber music group shines in Russell Platt’s “Memoir” and John Cage’s “In a Landscape.”
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The sounds of Mozart in the saloon of Judge Roy Bean
The In Series and Bari Biern transport the opera “Abduction from the Seraglio” to the Wild West.
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Voigt drops out as Washington Opera’s Isolde with ‘relief’
Soprano was set to sing the female lead in season opener, but wasn’t happy with her voice in rehearsals.
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Voigt withdraws from WNO Isolde, citing challenges of role
One week before the opening, Deborah Voigt withdraws from WNO’s “Tristan und Isolde.”
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Keith Urban's free NFL show in Baltimore: What you didn't see on TV
The country star and "American Idol" judge played a lot more songs, and even threw in some Ravens-themed lyrics.
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Cameron Carpenter breaks the classical organ mold
The organist is unafraid to challenge traditions in seeking new audiences for his instrument.
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Rock the Bells hip-hop D.C. festival set
Kendrick Lamar is among 56 artists expected to perform at the touring extravaganza at RFK Stadium.
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Kanye West and Jay Z announce (separate) Verizon Center dates
The Yeezus tour hits D.C. Nov. 21 before the Magna Carter tour arrives Jan. 16.
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Katy Perry on 'Roar' video, 'Prism' album cover
Perry's new video turns her into the queen of the jungle and she debuts her new "Roar" fan contest.
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How did St. Leonard become a hot spot for concerts?
The tiny community in Southern Maryland has hosted a big summer concert series for the past decade.
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Trombone Shorty’s feel-good musical gumbo
The 27-year-old New Orleans native and rising star refuses to be pigeonholed into one genre
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Laura Marling kicks off Lincoln Theatre’s newest era
REVIEW | British singer-songwriter’s serious, solo performance is the first under theater’s new management.
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AlunaGeorge’s sweet sounds fall flat live
REVIEW | The U.K. duo’s futuristic bubblegum doesn’t quite keep its flavor at U Street Music Hall.
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Another dark masterpiece from Nine Inch Nails
MUSIC REVIEW | Trent Reznor’s ‘Hesitation Marks’ is grand, creepy and meticulously realized.
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Josh Burdette, the face of the 9:30 Club, has died
Musicians and 9:30 Club regulars react to news that the face of the 9:30 Club has passed away.
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NPR’s Ari Shapiro gets his groove on with Pink Martini
NPR correspondent to sing with “little orchestra” from Portland, Ore., at Baltimore Symphony gala.
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Critic’s Notebook: Putin’s politicization of homophobia
Russia has embraced a hysterical loathing of gay people, embodied in a law that prohibits gay “propaganda.”
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Women are the maestros of D.C.’s classical music world
In a field that’s still evolving, does this dominance make a difference? Even female leaders say: We’re not sure.
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Remembering Michael Jackson
Take a look at some of the Post’s best Michael Jackson coverage on the ‘King of Pop’s birthday.
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Juicy J’s long career reaches another peak
The Academy Award-winning rapper’s new album features a huge hit that was recorded in Washington.
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Justin Timberlake and ‘N Sync reunite
After rumors, Justin Timberlake and ‘N Sync reunite at the 2013 Video Music Awards.
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Miley Cyrus, slut-shaming and issues of racial condescension
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The Smith family’s memorable reaction show
A lot happened at the annual MTV award show. Here are some moments you may have missed.
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Miley Cyrus, other VMA highlights and lowlights
Fun from 'N Sync, Miley, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
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Kip Moore at Jiffy Lube Live
One of Nashville’s breakout stars is a dynamic performer, despite fitting the genre’s new frat-boy stereotypes.
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Kanye West and Taylor Swift may meet again at 2013 Video Music Awards
Five years since West interrupted Swift, they return to VMAs.
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Stewart Copeland, once of The Police, talks about writing operas.
Stewart Copeland, drummer of the Police, talks about his new career as an opera composer.
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Who should win at the VMAs?
See our critic Allison Stewart's picks for the top categories.
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Sid Bernstein, who brought the Beatles to Carnegie Hall, dies
The savvy and relentless music promoter also worked with Judy Garland and Tony Bennett.
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Mike Rosenberg tackles dark subjects with a light touch
The British singer-songwriter is on his first headlining U.S. tour in support of his album “All the Little Lights.”
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Opera rocks: former rock-and-rollers turn to unlikely genre.
Led Zeppelin’s John Paul Jones is the latest in a growing group of rock musicians turning to - opera?
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Sneak a peek at new documentary 'Led Zeppelin Played Here'
Filmmaker Jeff Krulik digs for the truth about a storied 1969 concert at Wheaton Youth Center.
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Marian McPartland, jazz pianist and radio host, dies at 95
The British-born Ms. McPartland was known for her illuminating interviews on NPR’s long-running “Piano Jazz.”
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Cedar Walton, pianist and NEA jazz master, dies at 79
Mr. Walton was a respected jazz pianist and composer who worked with Art Blakey, other top musicians.
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Justin Timberlake and *NSync set to join list of performers at MTV's VMAs
The boy band is said to be reuniting for the first time in 10 years for Sunday's live show.
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Ras Nebyu, Charlie Worsham, Lula Cruza and Goodie Mob: Critic's Notebook
Critic's notebook
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At Sackler, a dreamlike brew of Chinese poetry and music
REVIEW | Work centering on the mythical phoenix intersperses song, flute and percussion with grace.
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Trillectro still has growing pains, but it's turning into a fine young festival
As Saturday's festival showed, mistakes and pains give way to a good time.
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Trillectro shows how hard it is to grow up
As Saturday’s festival in Southeast Washington showed, there are a lot of mistakes and pains along the way.
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Underground artists
Acts escalate from Metro stations to the Kennedy Center stage.
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MetroPeforms! at the Kennedy Center
Millennium Stage teams up with WMATA to showcase some of the District’s best street performers.
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Review: ‘Night at the Opera’ exhibition at Library of Congress
Library of Congress show documents the opera experience in scores, letters, photos, Three Stooges clips.
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Most of Kendrick Lamar's frenemies are playing Rock the Bells (with Kendrick)
Rock the Bells is bound for the RFK Stadium grounds on Sept. 28 and 29.
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Janelle Monáe on the female rock star
Monae was in Washington this week to share songs from her new album, ‘The Electric Lady’.
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Chicago lawyer’s second act: Playing piano on the concert stage
Mark Damisch hadn’t touched a keyboard in 20 years, but he’s raised millions for charity performing solo.
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Outlaw pioneer Tompall Glaser dies at 79
Country singer, publisher and studio owner fought record labels as part of the outlaw movement.
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Speedy Ortiz brings mid-1990s indie rock to present day
Band members hurl themselves around and into their songs like it really is 1993.
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First lady Michelle Obama to release hip-hop album for Let's Move!
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Review: Ke$ha sells safe rebellion to the glitter-covered masses
The 26-year-old pop star made for one of the most surprising bookings at Wolf Trap in years.
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Nightlife Agenda: Trillectro, Rock and Roll Hotel and '90s pop
This week brings multiple '90s parties, the Rock and Roll Hotel's anniversary shows and the Trillectro festival.
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Review: Ke$ha sells safe rebellion to the glitter-covered masses
The pop star’s unexpected booking at Wolf Trap gives teens a place to pretend they are breaking the rules.
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Fresh spins on D.C. R&B
A bevy of talented artists such as Visto and Alison Carney are carrying on the area’s rich soul tradition.
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Eduardo Falú, famed Argentine folk music composer, dies at 90
He married the rigor and harmony of folk music with the virtuosity of classical technique.
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Pillbuster, K.Michelle, Steve Arrington and Dam-Funk: Critic's Notebook
Critic's Notebook
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Lady Gaga, "Applause" -- It's trending, but is it good?
A regular feature in which we assess the quality of a pop song trending online.
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Carlos César Rodríguez concert has pedagogical flair
The pianist’s Sunday concert should perhaps have been advertised as a lecture-recital.
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JoséJames at the Birchmere
The jazz/hip-hop singer’s rich voice brings cohesion to an array of styles beyond those he’s known for.
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Wolf Trap Opera’s ‘Falstaff’ is intimate and memorable
There’s a sense of extravagance to this “Falstaff” production, which opened at the Barns on Friday night.
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Eydie Gorme, ‘Blame It on the Bossa Nova’ singer, dies at 84
The vocalist performed both alone and with her husband, the singer Steve Lawrence.
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Terence Blanchard quintet brings haunting sound to Blues Alley
Group is known for its keen sense of melody, drama and adventure.
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Reggae Night hits the Carter Barron Amphitheatre
The Going Out Guide/Weekend free concert features three of the area's top reggae acts.
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Randy Newman at the Coolidge Auditorium
He's a songwriter whose catalogue feels as durable, intimate and idiosyncratic as the room he'll be gracing.
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Under Zambello, Glimmerglass creating a new musical community
The festival is becoming a place where artists gather, experiment, and learn from each other.
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Keith Urban keeps everyone happy at the Merriweather Post
CONCERT REVIEW | A great night for those who came to gawk at his guitars, his hunkiness or both.
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‘Cowboy’ Jack Clement, country music icon, dies at 82
Jack Clement produced artists such as Johnny Cash and U2 and discovered Jerry Lee Lewis.
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Martin Wollesen to head UMD’s Clarice Smith Center.
UMD’s Clarice Smith Center names executive director known for innovation: Martin Wollesen.
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Reggae Night hits to the Carter Barron Amphitheatre
The Going Out Guide/Weekend free concert features three of the area’s top reggae acts.
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The Fairfax ‘Tuba Guy’ gets his own song, by one of The Hollies
British singer-songwriter Steve Lauri wrote “Tuba With Propellers” in a day without ever seeing the Tuba Guy, Jay Converse.
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Taking a stand for the Godfather
Chuck Brown deserves a tribute that connects with fans as readily as his go-go did.
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Chris Brown tweets his next album may be his last
In recent tweets, the controversial R&B singer implied he may retire.
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No amphitheater for Chuck Brown Park
The city scaled back the plans announced by Mayor Vincent C. Gray at Brown's May 2012 funeral.
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George Duke, keyboardist and producer, dies at 67
Mr. Duke, a master of many genres, played with Michael Jackson, Frank Zappa and a host of jazz greats.
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Nightlife Agenda: Local beers and the Roots at happy hour
This week's plans include late-night mini-golf, late-night dancing and celebrating local breweries.
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Shy Glizzy, Derrick Hodge, Father's Children: Critic's Notebook
Notable new recordings from D.C. rapper Shy Glizzy, reunited D.C. funk band Father's Children and Philly-rooted jazz bassist Derrick Hodge
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Putting some mash in Nashville
Country artists find second lives for their songs with the addition of a dance beat.
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Reggae Night returns to Carter Barron Amphitheatre on Friday
Grab your spot for local reggae acts the Archives, Image Band and Strykers Posse.
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Krayolas sketch tuneful medleys in stop at D.C.’s Tropicalia
Texas quartet adds context to its rich mixture of material, including bilingual versions of songs.
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Erykah Badu in concert: Spacey and celestial
The Merriweather Post Pavilion crowd seemed happy to be along for neo-soul singer’s eclectic ride.
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