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This edition of Brass, Reeds, and Percussion opens with a march that I recently heard played for the Arcadia, California, Band Review. Apparently, as part of the requirements for participating in this parade marching contest, traditional marches must be performed. So this edition opens with one of the great American marches: "Emblem of Unity" by John Joseph Richards, a Welsh born composer who grew up in Kansas. He started playing alto horn and cornet at age 10, but was the director of a circus band by age 19. In addition to conducting the Norton-Jones Circus Band, he also conducted t...

The funeral services for former Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, veteran trade unionist and politician, Basdeo Panday were conducted in Trinidad’s second city, San Fernando last week. His body was later cremated according to Hindu rites and his ashes scattered in the Gulf of Paria according to his wishes. His death led to a pun on his name, given that his country is now into the 2024 Carnival season …

Norfolk Festevents announced the lineup of events for 2024.

2024? Are you kidding me? Are we already almost done with 25% of the next century? The “time flies” thing is out of control right now! When I think of the last 20-plus years, it is truly incredibl...

A farewell concert by singer-songwriter Sam Lyons before a move to L.A.; the annual Joey's Song benefit concert at The Sylvee; and more Isthmus Picks for Jan. 4-7.