Keyboard Legend Rick Wakeman: The Rare Improvisatory Genius of Yes
With the release of his new CD Piano Portraits this year, Rick Wakeman reminds us all that he is, and always has been, a brilliant pianist. His new CD include
Author: Judy Greenlees
Judy Greenlees is the co-author of a decidedly different romance novel, Cherished to the Utmost. She’s also written several short stories, a few zombie apocalypse adventures, and the prologue for 8 Women of God. Judy has written for the Internet since 2007, focusing on the arts, culture, and science fiction. Her more than 34 years as a fine arts professional has included founding Artistic Journeys, a non-profit, arts educational organization in Southern California. She has taught music, art, and English, and performed as a piano accompanist on many stages in different venues. Her favorite was the Royal College of Music, London. Judy’s formal education began when she was a public-school student in Hashimoto, Japan. Her B.A. in Music History from CSU Fullerton was followed over 20 years later with an MBA from NYIT. She currently lives in a lovely small town in New England near her daughter, son and daughter-in-law.
Why All Dancers Must Read the Books of Ballerina Misty Copeland
When Misty Copeland took on the role of principal dancer of the American Ballet Theatre in 2015, she achieved what had never been before. She became the first
Why All Dancers Must Experience the Choreography of Wayne McGregor
If you’ve seen Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, The Legend of Tarzan, or Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, you have seen an aspect of Wayne M
Meet the Marching Cobras Drumline
You can see the Marching Cobras Drumline in the movie Birdman. They’re an integral part of the scene were Michael Keaton runs through Times Square in hi
Why Hayao Miyazaki Has Withdrawn His Retirement From Anime
Anime fans everywhere are thrilled that Hiyao Miyazaki has withdrawn from his retirement. He wants to make a new film dedicated to his grandson. There are ple
The Essential Aretha Franklin: What to Listen to Now
From 1956 to 2017, Aretha Franklin has sung her heart out, and we have loved her. She’s been making hits for throughout her career. She’s a traine
What’s the Buzz About Elton John’s Humanitarian Award from Harvard?
Sir Elton John has just received the Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award. John accepted the Harvard Foundation award at Sanders Theatre in a ceremony filled w
Why These Top Musicians are Playing Their Music for The Starkey Hearing Foundation
Musicians are particularly sensitive to the sounds of music. Composers and professional musicians listen to music differently than others, because it their pa
Why “Wall-E” is the Best Environmental Film of the last Decade
We loved Wall-E when we first met him. He was all alone, a small and adorable robot trash compacter. His work routine wasn’t difficult. He just gathered
GKids Keeps Hand Animation Drawing Alive in the United States
To truly understand the importance of what GKIDS is accomplishing, knowing the difference between hand-drawn and computer-generated animation is a factor. To
