Abdul-Jabbar has said he might have pursued music if he hadn’t been so good at basketball; he knew Thelonious Monk, having babysat for the musical genius’ drummer, Ben Riley.

Source: https://www.dailybreeze.com/2023/02/07/swanson-kareem-abdul-jabbar-no-longer-no-1-but-hes-still-making-points/

A big part of the problem is the significant fall in the number of music teachers and funding cuts that have left many schools struggling to afford even the most basic of musical instruments.

Source: https://leftfootforward.org/2023/09/tom-watson-we-must-reverse-the-decline-of-music-education/

About a month after the success of the first musical at Revere High School (RHS) in 30 years – the Revere School Committee recognized the cast and crew of “In the Heights” during its regular school committee meeting on Tuesday, May 16.

Source: http://reverejournal.com/2023/05/24/school-committee-honors-in-the-heights-cast-and-crew/

Accompanying her on the piano is the great John McDaniel, who was musical director for Rosie O’Donnell’s show tune-friendly ‘90s talk show and now runs the annual cabaret conference at O’Neill Center in Waterford.

Source: https://www.courant.com/2023/04/01/from-lewis-capaldi-to-kenny-chesney-to-a-90s-flashback-heres-some-of-the-top-things-to-do-and-see-this-week-in-ct-arts/

Accompanying musical pieces were carefully chosen to fit perfectly with the art.

Source: https://www.mcgilltribune.com/a-e/art/lasting-impressions-showcases-classic-paintings-in-a-new-dimension-01242023/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lasting-impressions-showcases-classic-paintings-in-a-new-dimension-01242023

According to Executive Director Katelyn Schiavone, the performance explores works that highlight “musical influences of ancient medieval chant.”

Source: https://mustangnews.net/slo-master-chorale-to-perform-chants-encounter-at-pac/

A community parade is set for Saturday, along with the broad cove fun run and walk, a kiddie parade, and a musical events.

Source: https://www.989xfm.ca/inverness-gathering-week-wraps-up-this-weekend/

Actor Austin Butler, who received praise from Presley for playing her father in the musical biopic “Elvis,” also attended the service with his supermodel girlfriend Kaia Gerber.

Source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/01/22/lisa-marie-presleys-twins-to-live-with-dad-as-family-celebrity-friends-and-fans-say-good-bye-at-graceland/

Actor Ben Platt says in an AP interview he portrays Leo Frank in the Broadway musical “Parade,” but Leo is not always likeable.

Source: https://www.newdelhitimes.com/broadways-parade-fights-hatred-both-onstage-and-off/

Additional musical acts and halftime entertainment will be announced in the coming weeks.

Source: https://thesource.com/2023/07/12/d-j-envy-to-headline-hbcu-new-york-classic-after-party/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=d-j-envy-to-headline-hbcu-new-york-classic-after-party

A doctor visits animals in a magical land where the animals talk in the kids musical “Dr.

Source: https://www.timescall.com/2023/04/07/inside-track-boulder-theater-gets-big-richard-energy-midnight-north-heads-to-etown-and-arts-week-is-in-full-effect/

After 13-year-old Celeste, played by Cassidy, gets injured in a school shooting carried out by a fellow student (), she begins to make music during her recovery with her sister Eleanor (), who had strong musical aspirations.

Source: https://collider.com/natalie-portman-vox-lux-movie/

After a successful run of auditions last year, Newport World Resorts’ Full House Theater Company (FHTC) has announced the new cast of the hit musical Ang Huling El Bimbo.

Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/01/19/ang-huling-el-bimbo-the-musical-is-in-search-of-the-next-ligaya/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ang-huling-el-bimbo-the-musical-is-in-search-of-the-next-ligaya

After divorcing Sonny, she pursued a solo musical career and set out as an actress.

Source: https://hollywoodlife.com/feature/cher-kids-4591237/

After its big crossover with Star Trek: Lower Decks and before its musical episode, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds premieres one of the darkest episodes in series history.

Source: https://www.cbr.com/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-mash-inspiration/

After the army, Bacharach continued a musical career, serving as conductor and pianist for the singer Vic Damone.

Source: https://americansongwriter.com/burt-bacharach-famed-pop-composer-dead-at-94/

After travelling by coach from Bluntisham in Cambridgeshire, the 37-year-old embarked on a Titanic walking tour, visited the SeaCity Museum and watched the Titanic musical theatre show.

Source: https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/23454150.titanic-relative-visits-southampton-ahead-111th-anniversary/?ref=rss

Aiming to contribute to a musical culture that embodies positivity, Wright is looking forward to seeing audience members tap their feet and sing along to the legend's greatest hits.

Source: https://www.sootoday.com/local-entertainment/local-man-ready-to-walk-the-line-in-upcoming-performance-7785842

Akesse’s heartfelt delivery and poetic mastery in Twi add an enriching layer to this musical testament of faith.

Source: https://www.ghanamma.com/2023/09/30/okrosa-nyame-a-divine-worship-masterpiece-by-akesse-brempong/

Alabama is more than just the name of the band: It’s the place where they built the foundation for their musical career.

Source: https://americansongwriter.com/the-southern-origins-of-alabama/