Cellobration 16! November 13, 2010

Cellobration 16! Hold the date: November 13, 2010. Saint Andrew's School, in Boca Raton, FL, will once again be hosting Cellobration this fall. You don't want to miss a fabulous day of cello ensemble playing at all levels, social interaction, learning, shopping and more. More details will be available soon here on the FL-ASTA website.

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Black Violin returns to South Florida

“Black Violin” group, arguably one the nation’s most sought out performers will perform on Saturday, July 10,2010 at 8pm at Revolution Live(200 W. Broward Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale). Admission is only $10

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If you haven't heard of Black Violin - a combination of classical string instruments, classical music and hip-hop created by two Florida born musicians - check out this YouTube interview:

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YouTube of the Week - July 4, 2010

A prime example of the power of music to bridge culture and politics... Happy 4th of July!

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Nonprofit agencies facing cuts

In her preliminary 2011 budget, Iorio recommends cutting 10 percent from nonprofit groups that use city-owned buildings, such as Lowry Park Zoo, The Florida Aquarium, the David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, Tampa Theatre and H.B. Plant Museum.

She also recommends cutting 20 percent from other nonprofit groups, including The Florida Orchestra and the Museum of Science & Industry.

Full article here.

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Virtuoso violinist Ida Haendel still playing at 81

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Ida Haendel plays what she calls her “fiddle” to a small audience at a friend’s apartment late into the night. Her chin fits snugly into the violin. Her body is still, only her hands move as she plays for a young student, who has waited most of the day for this moment...

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