Symphony offers ‘Baroque & Beyond’ March 26

Staff Report Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) will take the audience to “Baroque & Beyond” beginning at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March 26,
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Greg Herriges Duo at JustGoods March 12

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts presents “An evening of dynamic Indo-world fusion” featuring the Greg Herriges
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On Music: Myspace Music head steps down

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer As Myspace users move on, the site continues to be a footnote in the social media history,
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Cory Chisel, Kelly Steward entertain at Kryptonite

Cory Chisel and the Wandering Sons (top photo), Kelly Steward (right photo) and Steepwater Band (not pictured) performed at Kryptonite
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February 23, 2011 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

On Music: Britney Spears, Sony release ad-littered new video

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Britney Spears released a video for her new single, “Hold It Against Me,” last week, marking what
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Charlotte’s Web presents The Dang-Its Feb. 19

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts will present The Dang-Its in concert at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 19,
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Just say ‘YES’ to Black History Month Feb. 21

From press release Sounds Of Good News Productions will present their annual “Lift Every Voice & Sing” community musical celebration of
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Lady Gaga thanks Whitney Houston for inspiring Madonna-like single

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Lady Gaga snagged two Grammy Awards Sunday, Feb. 13, and gave an emotional acceptance speech, giving thanks
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On Music: The good, the bad and the Super Bowl Halftime Show

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The stats are in, and the Green Bay Packers are Super Bowl champs. Before a defensive show
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Feb. 14 Valentine’s Day party at Kryptonite, hip hop show benefit

From press release Local entertainment businessman C. Hare of Borgota, in conjunction with Kryptonite Bar, will present a packed night of
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Chicago a cappella in concert at Court Street United Methodist Church Feb. 25

From press release The Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center will present Chicago a cappella in concert at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 25,
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February 9, 2011 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Winners named in Concerto Competition

From press release The Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) and Rock Valley College (RVC) recently announced the 2010-2011 Concerto Competition winners. The
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February 2, 2011 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

On Music: American Idol and the social media: The perfect pop culture marriage

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer It’s American Idol season again, and the social media are buzzing with predictions of who, even after
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On Music: MIDEM presenters aim to stop music piracy

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Stopping music piracy was the main topic this week when the MIDEM trade show moved into its
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January 26, 2011 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Corky Siegel & Randy Sabien at Mendelssohn Feb. 5

From press release Two favorite performers team up for Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts as Corky Siegel and Randy Sabien
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Deadline Feb. 10 for Youth Charity Jam competitors

From press release RAMI(Rockford Area Music Industry) is looking for teen-aged bands to audition Saturday, Feb. 26, for the 2011 RAMI
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Musicians and fans say farewell to Verne Smith

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The man the Rockford Area Music Industry (RAMI) called the biggest music fan of all time, has
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January 19, 2011 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 1 Comment

Jim Kanas Trio performs at Katie’s Cup Jan. 22

From press release Join Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts for a three-part harmonizing jazz roots concert! It’s the Jim Kanas
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January 19, 2011 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Finalists named in RSO Star competition

From press release Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) has announced the following individuals are finalists in the “RSO Star: Who Will It
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January 19, 2011 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Second City Chorus looking for new members

From press release As the years go by, the Second City Chorus is becoming more well known throughout the region. However,
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January 19, 2011 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

On Music: Supreme Court OKs lawsuit accusing major record labels of price fixing

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer A decades-old lawsuit, accusing four record labels of price fixing, will continue after the U.S. Supreme Court
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January 12, 2011 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 1 Comment

Cheap Trick launches 2011 season of Austin City Limits

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer For the first time in its history, the longest-running music series in American television history, PBS’s Austin
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National looping champ Stendek to play at Kryptonite Friday, Jan. 7

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The looping artist known nationally as Stendek will be at Kryptonite Friday, Jan.7. The show is part
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Charlotte’s Web presents Emery Christiansen in concert Jan. 15

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts presents the group Emery Christiansen (John Bishoff, Ron Holm, Chuck Sweeny, Ron
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On Music: Justin Bieber: ‘I’m not pop or R&B’

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer It seems Justin Bieber has learned the art of giving a strong interview—somewhat. In a recent MTV News
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Dec. 30 ‘Guitar Showdown’ Big Cities’ final bash at current location

From press release Crossroads Blues Society (CBS) is sponsoring a final blues bash celebration at Big Cities Lounge, 905 E. State
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On Music: Artists pay tribute to Teena Marie

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Just hours after R&B great Teena Marie died, a host of her contemporaries were busy writing public
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Symphony announces annual student concerto competition

From press release Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) has announced the RSO/Rock Valley College Concerto Competition scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 22, 2011. The
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On Music: David Grohl to join Muppets cast, no word on Lady Gaga

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer As Jason Segel stays busy writing the upcoming film The Muppets, the cast of pop cameos continues
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RAMI Christmas Party a success, voting starts Feb. 1

From press release The Rockford Area Music Industry (RAMI) Musicians’ Organization held their first Christmas Party last Thursday, Dec. 9, at
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On Music: Phil Collins misses mark with Motown tribute show

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Every artist feels the need to return to his roots at some point. For Phil Collins, his
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December 15, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Symphony offers Share-A-Seat program

From press release The Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) has announced Share-A-Seat, a program making it possible for community members who receive
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J.R. Sullivan promises ‘great show’ Dec. 10-12 as popular holiday production returns

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer It seems fitting for the 16th J.R. Sullivan’s Hometown Holiday, the show Sullivan created and directs, to
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Andreas Kapsalis Trio at Kryptonite Dec. 3

From press release Chicago musician and film composer Andreas Kapsalis will hit the road with his Trio on a 16-day winter
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On Music: DVD captures Frank Zappa at his best

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer While streets buzzed with trick or treaters on Halloween 1981, Frank Zappa was playing two shows at
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‘An English Christmas’ Dec. 3

From press release Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center (MPAC) will present the Mendelssohn Chamber Orchestra, directed by Stephen Squires, in “An English
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‘Christmas with Kantorei’ Dec. 5

From press release Kantorei, The Singing Boys of Rockford, will present two performances of “Christmas with Kantorei” this season. The matinee
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Local music industry invited to Dec. 9 RAMI Christmas Party

From press release Rockford Area Music Industry (RAMI), The Rock River Times (TRRT), LaMonica Beverages and Giovanni’s are inviting all musicians,
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Miles Nielsen, Ernie Hendrickson offer Thanksgiving Concert Nov. 24

From press release How many times before an event qualifies as “annual”? Last year was No. 2 for this event,
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On Music: Twitter helps teen idol Justin Bieber sweep American Music Awards

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Pop star Justin Bieber took home four awards last Sunday, Nov. 21, including Artist of the Year,
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November 24, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Local musicians finalists in national Shake Weight jingle contest

From press release Shake Weight—the revolutionary new way to shape and tone your arms, shoulders and chest—put out the call for
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Jodi Beach CD release party set for Dec. 1

From press release Jodi Beach, popular local and regional jazz singer and pianist, has announced the release of her fifth CD
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November 24, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Little Big Band CD release party Nov. 27

From press release The Little Big Band (the little band with the big sound), a seven-piece jazz band based in Rockford,
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Texas guitar duo to play Big Cities Lounge Nov. 18

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer A unique Texas guitar duo will make a stop in Rockford tomorrow night (Thursday, Nov. 18)
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November 17, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Sounds of Good News presents ‘Give Thanks!’ event Nov. 21

From press release Sounds of Good News Productions (SOGN) cordially invites everyone to attend their annual “Give Thanks!” (a musical community
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November 17, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

On Music: Free Kennedy: Two arts, one sound

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer It’s not known whether recording artist Free Kennedy has risked turning the volume past the comforts of
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November 10, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

RAMI Awards no longer a popularity contest in their 20th year

Selection of winners shifts from general public to RAMI Association members From press release The Rockford Area Music Industry (RAMI) Committee has
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Drew Nelson to perform for Charlotte’s Web Nov. 13

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts welcomes singer/songwriter Drew Nelson at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 13, at JustGoods
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Jacqueline Schwab performs benefit for Carpenter’s Place Nov. 12

From press release Jacqueline Schwab will perform her Rockford premiere concert to benefit Carpenter’s Place at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 12,
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Symphony presents An American in Paris, Carmina Burana Nov. 13

From press release Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) presents two epic orchestral works at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 13, at the Coronado
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