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World-renowned sound artist Janet Cardiff created this sound installation based on Spem in Alium by the English composer Thomas Tallis. Written for a forty-voice choir in 1573, Spem in Alium is one of the most intricate and beautiful compositions of the English Renaissance. In Cardiff’s installation, eight groups of five speakers arranged in a large oval allow visitors to experience the choral composition from the vantage of individual performers.

Cardiff received the Millennium Prize in 2001 for international excellence in contemporary art from the National Gallery of Canada, and Artforum magazine featured the work in the “Best of 2003” issue. Editions of the Forty Part Motet are included in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art, New York; the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa; and it is a promised gift from the Pamela and Richard Kramlich collection to the Tate, London. This exhibition will be Cardiff’s first solo exhibition in the Pacific Northwest.

Tacoma Art Museum
June 28–September 7, 2008

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Second Tuesdays: The Musical History of Renaissance Composer Thomas Tallis
Tuesday, July 8
10:30 am

Douglas Fullington, Director of the Tudor Choir in Seattle, discusses the historical context of Thomas Tallis’s sixteenth-century forty-voice musical composition featured in Janet Cardiff’s sound installation.

Seattle’s Tudor Choir Performs Works by Renaissance Composer Thomas Tallis
Saturday, July 12
6:30 - 7:30 pm

Enjoy a spectacular musical survey of choral works by Thomas Tallis, composer of Spem in Alium Nunquam Habui, which is featured in The Forty Part Motet, by Janet Cardiff. Tallis was the only sixteenth century English composer to have worked under four monarchs—Henry VIII, Edward VI, Mary Tudor, and Elizabeth I—during decades of political and religious upheaval. The Tudor Choir is a professional a cappella ensemble that has been acclaimed by The New York Times and Gramophone magazine. Tickets are $5 for members; $12 for non members (includes museum admission and members’ opening reception to follow). Seating is limited. For advance tickets, call 253.272.4258 or e-mail programs@TacomaArtMuseum.org. NOTE: Late arrivals will be seated as concert breaks allow.

This is an amazing experience– live music/dance coupled with a silent film and presented by actual descendants of the tribe.

‘In the Land of Headhunters’

The Burke Museum, in association with the Moore Theatre and the Seattle International Film Festival, presents a newly restored copy of Edward S. Curtis’ historic 1914 silent film In the Land of the Head Hunters. The restored film features recently discovered missing portions of the original, and its original orchestral score which will be performed live. The film will be introduced and framed by 14 descendants of the original Kwakwaka’wakw cast, who will present many dances from the film.

Tuesday 7:00pm
06/10/2008
Moore Theatre
1932 2nd Avenue, Seattle
(206) 467-5510

Purchase tickets at: themoore.com
From $13-18

No idea… but hey– go for an adventure this weekend! Tell me how it turns out.

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A departure from Circus Contraption’s usual turn-of-the-century fare, The SHOW to End All SHOWS imagines a family-owned circus with all of the glamour and glitz of the 70’s and 80’s. The time, however, is now, and the glamour shows signs of decay. A sense of imminent destruction looms as things begin to go awry under the tent. The Ringmaster insists upon the willful denial of their world’s demise by not only his progeny, but also the audience. This twisted take on Americana tells the story of the show that must go on, despite all evidence that the show, and maybe even the world, will be extinguished before the closing act.

The show runs through Sunday, June 22, at our new space in Fremont, Seattle, Washington.
Theo Chocolate, 3400 Phinney Ave N
Seattle WA

May 22 - June 22
Thu-Sat 8pm
Sun 7pm
Tickets $25 ($20 for the 25-and-under set)

NOTE: Thu-Sat shows are 21 and over. Sun shows are all-ages. This production contains adult content in the form of language, violence, and some sexual content, so parental discretion is advised.

moST Awesomest Moosical Evah!

For reals guys. Maybe just buy the soundtrack if you do not want to shell out the Paramount prices. The B.A. in English song listed below is just creepy, seeing how I work for a catering company and… well, gettin’ that B.A. in English (with pride!).

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Avenue Q is the story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college grad who comes to New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account. He soon discovers that the only neighborhood in his price range is Avenue Q; still, the neighbors seem nice. There’s Brian the out-of-work comedian and his therapist fiancee Christmas Eve; Nicky the good-hearted slacker, and his roommate Rod – a Republican investment banker who seems to have some sort of secret; an Internet addict called Trekkie Monster; and a very cute kindergarten teaching assistant named Kate. And would you believe the building’s superintendent is Gary Coleman?!? Together, Princeton and his newfound friends struggle to find jobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life. Recommended for ages 13 and up.

Tickets: Online, Box Office (Monday-Friday, 10:00am-6:00pm), and (206) 292-ARTS.

Admission: $70.50-$75.50         
Paramount Theatre
911 Pine Street, Seattle
(206) 467-5510

What do you do with a B.A. in English,
What is my life going to be?
Four years of college and plenty of knowledge,
Have earned me this useless degree.

I can’t pay the bills yet,
‘Cause I have no skills yet,
The world is a big scary place.

But somehow I can’t shake,
The feeling I might make,
A difference,
To the human race.

Morning, Brian.

Hi, Kate Monster.

How’s life?

Disappointing.

What’s the matter?

The catering company laid me off.

Elton John + Tim Rice = Can you feel the love tonight? AIDA is the darling of musical theatre over the last decade and is definitely worth your interest. UW Student? Show up 30 mins before the curtain goes up and get 1/2 price ticket! Maybe this is a good “Steve Pool from Komo4 lied to us and it’s going to rain this weekend” option…. just in case.

(ps- my love for Steve!)

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An enslaved Nubian princess. A privileged daughter of an Egyptian Pharaoh. The soldier they both love. And a love triangle that could alter history forever. Based on Giuseppe Verdi’s classic opera, Elton John and Tim Rice’s Tony and Grammy-winning pop-rock powerhouse turns the legendary tale of AIDA into an exhilarating and rousing musical event. Bursting with energy and teeming with vibrant song and dance, AIDA is an epic tale of loyalty, betrayal, and forbidden love you will never forget.

Village Theatre
Francis J. Gaudette Theatre,
303 Front Street North, Issaquah, WA 98027

Times:
Wednesday through Saturday evenings: 8:00 PM,
Sundays and selected Saturdays: 2:00 PM,
selected Tuesday evenings: 7:30 PM
and selected Sunday evenings: 7:00 PM

Tickets:
Section A: $35–55
Section B: $20–40

Box Office: (425) 392-2202
Toll Free: 866-688-8849
Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

The SIFF is under-way and over the next few weeks I will be posting films that may be of interest to ArtsLinkers. Of course, the whole schedule is available here: http://www.siff.net

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“Cafe de Los Maestros”

-Documentary, Argentina-

Award-winning composer Gustavo Santaollala (Brokeback Mountain) takes us on a journey into the heart of Argentina’s world famous tango, introducing veterans from the golden age of the ’40s and ’50s as they prepare for a memorable concert at Buenos Aires’ renowned Teatro Colón.

Playing at:

SIFF Cinema
May 23, 2008
May 26, 2008
Purchase tickets here: http://www.siff.net/festival/film/detail.aspx?id=27381&FID=64

Take a vacation and relax next Friday with the popular Hawaiian duo. Additionally, Aumakua Records is a fastidious protector of the arts in Hawaii and by coupling local artists with music production, they are fostering a sense of cultural, musical growth long grown stagnant by the failing music education in today’s schools. Good cause, great music– can’t lose!

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Slack key guitarist Stephen Inglis and neo-classical pianist Shawn Livingston Moseley are joined by guest artist Lady Cindy Combs, also on slack key, performing a stylistic featuring the Hawaiian songs that have become popular since the renaissance of Hawaiian music in the 1970s. Presented by Aumakua Records.

Friday, May 2nd
7:30pm

Advance tickets $20/$18 Town Hall members & seniors at www.brownpapertickets.com or 800/838-3006. $24/$22 at the door.

Town Hall

Town Hall is conveniently located at Eighth Avenue and Seneca Street. Town Hall’s location offers easy access to and from the I-5 freeway. The best parking option is the Washington State Convention and Trade Center Main Garage, just 2 blocks north of Town Hall on 8th Ave.

Seattle Symphonic Band Presents Evening of Ensemble Music

The program includes a variety of musical selections and styles, from a horn, flute, and piano trio by Eric Ewazen to several selections by a clarinet choir. Also on the program are selections by a trombone quartet and a Darius Milhaud composition for alto saxophone and woodwind quintet and selections for double wind quintet. Don’t miss this unusual opportunity to experience the transparent sound of chamber wind ensembles and to hear the unique blend of sounds they can create.

Now in its 38th year, the Seattle Symphonic Band is affiliated with the Arts, Humanities and Adult Basic Education Division at North Seattle Community College. The band is comprised of volunteer musicians from throughout King County as well as students from NSCC. The band is directed by Lauren Anderson.

Tickets: FREE!
Sunday, April 27th
7:30PM
North Seattle Community College
9600 College Way North
Seattle, WA

To switch up the usual report of operas and tango, here is a progressive metal band coming to Seattle’s El Corazon this coming Wednesday. They seem to be generating good buzz in the music event world here in Seattle. Check them out if metal is your cup of tea!

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Symphony X is an American progressive metal band from New Jersey founded in 1994 by guitarist Michael Romeo. Their 1997 album The Divine Wings of Tragedy and their 2000 release V: The New Mythology Suite have given the band considerable attention within the progressive metal community. Musically, Symphony X is comparable to other progressive metal bands such as Dream Theater and Fates Warning. They play in complex timings and odd meters while incorporating elements of Symphonic Metal and more traditional Classic Metal into their sound. Their music also contains strong Neo-Classical elements reminiscent of Yngwie Malmsteen, Randy Rhoads, and other neo-classical Metal artists.        
(information from wikipedia.org)

Band website: http://www.symphonyx.com/

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EL CORAZÓN
109 Eastlake Avenue East
Seattle, WA 98109

Bar Phone: (206) 381-3094

Seattle Presents introduces (or well, presents) this Jewish rock n’ roll, folk, dance (nice genre mix!) band performing during the Thursday lunch-hour down in City-Hall.

The Kosher Red Hots open the rich treasury of Jewish music—whirlwind Eastern European klezmer dance tunes, Yiddish musical theater, swing, cabaret, and Spanish flavored love songs of the Sephardim. The band has inspired dancing in the aisles from Reno’s Artown Festival to Alaska’s Inside Passage on a cruise with Garrison Keillor and A Prairie Home companion.

The Kosher Red Hots bring you a spirited clarinet, a powerhouse accordion, a master bassist and guitarist, and an adventurous vocalist who sings in Yiddish, Ladino, and English. Together they play music that turns from rollicking to tender while they weave tales, humor, history, and just plain fun into each concert.

The Kosher Red Hots are committed cultural educators with post-concert talks, workshops, and master classes. This red hot group has been honored with a Washington State Folk Arts Fellowship and a Washington State Music Teacher of the Year Award.

Get ready for dancing in the aisles! (information from http://www.kosherredhots.com/index.jsp)

FREE!

Thursday, April 17, noon-1:00pm
Seattle City Hall Lobby
600 Fourth Ave, Seattle
Info 206-684-7171.