The San Antonio Philharmonic’s Classics IV: “American Voices – A Symphonic Journey” will be performed Jan. 17 and 18 at the Majestic Theater. The list of composers is impressive and it certainly makes us curious and eager to hear their music. This “journey” will be led (conducted) by music director Jeffrey Kahane, and will feature two soloists: pianist Jon Kimura …
“SONGS OF SEVEN DAYS” A New Poetry Collection by James R. Dennis Review by Bonnie Lyons James R. Dennis’ “Songs of Seven Seas” is striking in both text and physical beauty. Dennis, a novelist and a Dominican friar as well as poet, uses the seven days of creation depicted in Genesis, as the spine of the book. The seven sections …
The San Antonio Philharmonic has announced that it plans to relocate its upcoming concerts to the Scottish Rite Concert Hall. The restored former Scottish Rite Temple will now host the concerts originally scheduled for First Baptist Church. This “strategic move is driven by artistic and economic considerations,aligning with our long-term vision for stability and sustainability,” says the announcement. This move …
“SAVE OUR SOULS” By Matthew PearlReviewed Steven G. Kellman Survival in the North Pacific In Johann Davis Wyss’s novel Swiss Family Robinson (1812), William, Elizabeth, and their four sons are shipwrecked on an idyllic island in the East Indies. They learn important lessons about resourcefulness, cooperation, and faith, and the experience is so positive that when, ten years later, …
Though the holidays are behind us at this point, there are new and interesting arts happening coming up. Many admirers of the late singer Selena are looking forward to “Selena Vive!” the musical tribute to her memory. Selena’s songs will be performed by Isabel Marie Sanchez accompanied by the San Antonio Philharmonic orchestra, conducted by Felipe Tristan, a GRAMMY-winning conductor. …
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NEWS RROUNDUP, 12/20/2024 The holidays are just around the corner and there are fewer arts events in the upcoming days as people prepare for Christmas and other holidays of the season. Still, there are concerts, shows and celebrations. Let look at what’s coming up! Step into the festive spirit with Mariachi Sol de Mexico Presents Jose Hernandez’ Merry-Achi Christmasat the …
Reviewed by Steven.G. Kellman “Writing,” according to Domenico Starnone, “is a combination of eros and exhaustion.” Eros asserts itself in the opening pages of The Mortal and Immortal Life of the Girl from Milan, the sixth Starnone book translated from Italian into English. Eight-year-old Mimi is infatuated with a pretty girl who lives across from his family’s fourth-floor apartment …
We often start the NEWS ROUNDUP with music news and events but today we’ll begin with dance, which at this time of the year often means “The Nutcracker.” Ballet San Antonio opened its run of the iconic ballet last week but there’s another big one: The Children’s “Nutcracker” performed by theChildren’s Ballet of San Antonio. The Award-winning CBSA is a …
SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT KICKS OFF the HOLIDAY SEASON on a HIGH NOTE We just received the news from the San Antonio International Airport about how it plans to greet the holiday season – with a music festival. Participating will be more than 30 different organizations performing throughout this month. This includes school bands, choirs and orchestras. The annual fest gives …
