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Composer Penderecki’s state funeral held after 2-year delay

The renowned composer died in Krakow in March 2020 at the age of 86, but COVID-19 restrictions postponed a formal funeral service.

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Studs waltzes along with the Newberry Library’s latest dance exhibit
Matthew ByrdMay 20, 2019
Studs Terkel was known for a lot of things-his Pulitzer Prize-winning oral histories, his seemingly boundless appetite for life, and even his penchant for cigars. One of Studs’ less well-remembered legacies, however, is his tremendous admiration for the art of dance.

Quiz: Do You Have Perfect Pitch?
Arielle KayeMay 20, 2019
Is your hearing pitch-perfect? Play each of the videos below and see if you can identify the correct pitch.

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