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In which we discuss it not being Chanukkah yet, setting up a business to rent an Italian Mom for middle aged men, Jeremy's son's Winter Concert, an entitled child at a dance competition, Christmas shopping, Jeremy's work holiday party, Eric's dating future, and more. Contact us at; adventuresinirrationality.com adventuresinirrationality@gmail.com Music by U.S. Army Blues, licensed under a Public Domain Mark 1.0 license.
Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Eirik's Winter Concert: A Night of Courage and Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-12-14-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en kald vinterkveld i Bergen.En: It was a cold winter evening in Bergen.No: Snøen dalte forsiktig ned utenfor de store vinduene på skolen.En: The snow was gently falling outside the large windows of the school.No: Inne i auditoriet var det varmt og koselig.En: Inside the auditorium, it was warm and cozy.No: Julen nærmet seg, og scenen var pyntet med blinkende julelys.En: Christmas was approaching, and the stage was decorated with twinkling Christmas lights.No: Det var tid for skolens vinterkorframføring.En: It was time for the school's winter choir performance.No: Eirik stod bak scenen og så ut på det yrende publikummet.En: Eirik stood behind the stage and looked out at the bustling audience.No: Han var nervøs.En: He was nervous.No: Hjertet hans dunket raskt.En: His heart was pounding quickly.No: Eirik var en stille gutt, redd for å synge foran mange mennesker.En: Eirik was a quiet boy, afraid to sing in front of many people.No: Men i kveld skulle han synge solo.En: But tonight, he would sing a solo.No: Han hadde bestemt seg for å overvinne frykten.En: He had decided to overcome his fear.No: Ingrid, Eiriks beste venn, stod ved hans side.En: Ingrid, Eirik's best friend, stood by his side.No: Hun visste hvor viktig dette øyeblikket var for ham.En: She knew how important this moment was for him.No: "Du klarer dette," sa hun med et varmt smil.En: "You can do this," she said with a warm smile.No: Eiriks usikkerhet begynte sakte å lette.En: Eirik's insecurity began to slowly ease.No: Da var tiden inne.En: Then it was time.No: Kordirigenten gav tegn til å begynne.En: The choir director signaled to start.No: Eirik trakk pusten dypt, og gruppen startet med de kjente, varme tonene av julesanger.En: Eirik took a deep breath, and the group began with the familiar, warm tones of Christmas songs.No: Han husket den gangen han hadde gjort en feil under en fremføring, hvordan frykten hadde tatt over.En: He remembered the time he had made a mistake during a performance, how the fear had taken over.No: Men denne gangen skulle det bli annerledes.En: But this time, it would be different.No: Snart kom hans tur.En: Soon, it was his turn.No: Eirik kjente hvordan nervene kom snikende.En: Eirik felt the nerves creeping in.No: Halsen føltes tørr, og motet begynte å svikte.En: His throat felt dry, and his courage began to waver.No: Men så så han Ingrid blant tilskuerne.En: But then he saw Ingrid among the spectators.No: Hun nikket og smilte bredt.En: She nodded and smiled widely.No: Det gav ham et rolig øyeblikk av sikkerhet.En: It gave him a calm moment of confidence.No: Eirik grep tak i dette øyeblikket.En: Eirik seized this moment.No: Han åpnet munnen og sang, stemmen var klar og sterk.En: He opened his mouth and sang, his voice was clear and strong.No: Publikum lyttet oppmerksomt, og Eirik ble oppslukt av sangens skjønnhet.En: The audience listened attentively, and Eirik was captivated by the beauty of the song.No: Linje etter linje, tonene fylte rommet med glede.En: Line after line, the tones filled the room with joy.No: Da han var ferdig, ble salen fylt med applaus.En: When he finished, the hall was filled with applause.No: Eirik smilte bredt da han steg ned fra scenen.En: Eirik smiled broadly as he stepped down from the stage.No: Klassen hans gratulerte ham, og han følte seg litt høyere enn før.En: His class congratulated him, and he felt a little taller than before.No: Han visste at han hadde klart vært modig, og dette var bare begynnelsen.En: He knew he had truly been brave, and this was just the beginning.No: Ingrid gav ham en klem.En: Ingrid gave him a hug.No: "Jeg sa du kunne," hvisket hun.En: "I told you, you could," she whispered.No: Det var en kveld Eirik aldri ville glemme.En: It was a night Eirik would never forget.No: En opplevelse som minnet ham på at modighet var viktigere enn frykten.En: An experience that reminded him that courage was more important than fear.No: Og der, i varmen av wholeness, visste han at han kunne møte hva enn livet kastet på ham.En: And there, in the warmth of wholeness, he knew he could face whatever life threw at him.No: Han hadde vunnet sin egen kamp.En: He had won his own battle. Vocabulary Words:auditorium: auditorietcozy: koseligapproaching: nærmet segdecorated: pyntetbustling: yrendenervous: nervøspounding: dunketquiet: stilleovercome: overvinneinsecurity: usikkerhetease: lettesignaled: gav tegnfamiliar: kjentetones: tonerremembered: husketmistake: feilnerves: nervercreeping: snikendethroat: halsenwaver: sviktespectators: tilskuernecalm: roligconfidence: sikkerhetseized: grep tak iattentively: oppmerksomtcaptivated: oppsluktapplause: applauscongratulated: gratulertehug: klemcourage: modighet
This Day in Legal History: Bush v. GoreOn December 12, 2000, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its landmark decision in Bush v. Gore, effectively ending the Florida recount and resolving the 2000 presidential election in favor of George W. Bush. The per curiam opinion held that the Florida Supreme Court's method for ordering a manual recount violated the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment due to inconsistent standards across counties. The Court also ruled that there was not enough time to implement a constitutionally valid recount before the deadline for certifying electors.The decision was one of the most controversial in the Court's history. It was split 5-4 along ideological lines, with the majority—led by Chief Justice Rehnquist and Justices Scalia, Thomas, Kennedy, and O'Connor—arguing that allowing the recount to continue would irreparably harm Bush. The dissent, written by Justices Stevens, Ginsburg, Breyer, and Souter, criticized the majority for intervening in a state election process and undermining public confidence in judicial neutrality.The ruling effectively awarded Florida's 25 electoral votes to Bush, giving him 271 electoral votes—one more than needed to win the presidency—despite losing the national popular vote to Al Gore. The case remains a flashpoint in debates over judicial activism, the politicization of the courts, and the role of federal courts in state election matters. It also raised enduring questions about election integrity and the limits of judicial power in resolving political disputes.The watchdog group American Oversight filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Commerce and Justice Departments, demanding records of legal arrangements between the Trump administration and nine major law firms. The group had submitted eight Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests in October seeking details about agreements in which the firms pledged to provide nearly $940 million in pro bono or discounted legal services to the federal government. After receiving inadequate responses, the group took legal action to compel the release of any related contracts, communications, or internal legal analyses.The agreements were announced by Trump earlier in the year on social media, shortly after he issued executive orders targeting law firms for their previous political and diversity-related work. American Oversight is particularly concerned about whether the deals were transparent and whether they might have influenced government policy or enforcement decisions. Several firms—Kirkland & Ellis, Paul Weiss, Simpson Thacher, and Skadden Arps—were reported to have been involved in trade matters or other projects with the administration. None of the firms or the agencies responded to requests for comment.This lawsuit follows a similar legal action by Columbia University's Knight First Amendment Institute, which alleged in October that related federal record requests had been improperly denied. Meanwhile, Democratic lawmakers have also asked several of the firms to explain their government work, but the firms declined, citing client confidentiality and discretion in matter selection.Trump administration sued for records of law firm deals | ReutersA federal judge blocked a renewed attempt by immigration authorities to detain Kilmar Abrego, just one day after his court-ordered release from ICE custody in Pennsylvania. U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis had previously ordered Abrego's temporary release, but an immigration judge quickly issued a new directive requiring him to report back to detention by the following morning. In response, Abrego's attorneys filed an emergency request to stop the re-detention, which Xinis granted.In her ruling, Judge Xinis emphasized that judicial decisions must be respected and cannot be reversed hastily without due process. Abrego's case has drawn national attention, serving as a high-profile example of what critics view as the Trump administration's heavy-handed immigration enforcement tactics. Originally deported in March to El Salvador under disputed circumstances, Abrego was returned to the U.S. in June to face charges related to human smuggling.Supporters argue his case reflects serious due process violations, while administration officials have maintained he poses a public safety risk. The legal tug-of-war over Abrego's detention has become emblematic of broader legal and political conflicts surrounding immigration enforcement and civil liberties under the Trump administration.Judge blocks new effort to detain Kilmar Abrego | ReutersA federal judge in Boston ruled that the Trump administration acted unlawfully when it attempted to terminate a FEMA program designed to help states prepare for natural disasters. U.S. District Judge Richard Stearns sided with a coalition of 20 mostly Democratic-led states, finding that the administration overstepped its authority by trying to cancel the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program and redirect its funds elsewhere without congressional approval.The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees FEMA, had labeled the program wasteful and politically driven when it moved to end it in April. Judge Stearns rejected that rationale, emphasizing that Congress—not the executive branch—has the power to decide how federal funds are spent. He previously issued an order in August blocking FEMA from diverting more than $4 billion in BRIC funding. In this latest decision, he ordered the program reinstated and required FEMA to take immediate steps to undo its termination.Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell praised the ruling, stating it would save lives by preserving funding for critical infrastructure improvements meant to prevent disaster-related harm. The Department of Homeland Security, in contrast, denied that it had ended BRIC and accused the court of siding with a politicized narrative, claiming the program had been misused by the Biden administration.Since its launch, BRIC has approved over $4.5 billion in grants for nearly 2,000 disaster mitigation projects, many located in vulnerable coastal states. The lawsuit, led by states like Washington and Massachusetts, argued that canceling the program delayed or canceled hundreds of vital community projects aimed at reducing disaster risk.Trump administration unlawfully canceled disaster prevention program, US judge rules | ReutersPresident Trump announced an executive order threatening to withhold federal broadband funding from states with AI regulations deemed obstructive to national technological dominance. The order targets state-level laws that the administration argues create a fragmented, burdensome environment for AI innovation, particularly for startups. Trump emphasized the need for a single, centralized regulatory system, positioning the U.S. to compete more aggressively with China in the AI sector.The order authorizes the Commerce Department to review state AI laws and restrict access to the $42 billion Broadband Equity Access and Deployment fund for non-compliant states. It also criticizes anti-discrimination measures in states like Colorado, claiming such laws inject “ideological bias” into AI development. While the administration supports certain safeguards, such as child protection, it aims to dismantle what it sees as excessive oversight.Critics argue the move undermines state authority and risks public safety. Representative Don Beyer warned the order violates the 10th Amendment and discourages meaningful congressional action. State leaders from both parties have defended their right to regulate AI, citing the federal government's inaction on tech legislation. States like New York, California, and Florida have already enacted laws addressing AI's risks, from data transparency to deepfake bans.Trump threatens funding for states over AI regulations | ReutersThis week's closing theme is by Abigail Leahey and her classmates.This week, we are proud to present a performance of singular clarity, youthful ambition, and the product of more than a little bit of dedicated practice: The First Scale March, recorded live on December 10th at a school Winter Concert. Its thematic simplicity belies its pedagogical complexity: it is equal parts warm-up and war cry. The holidays are upon us.The featured artist, Abigail, is one of several violins. She was born in New Jersey in 2014 and has been defying expectations and delighting her family ever since. A gifted writer, illustrator, softball player, and—crucially—violinist, she began studying the instrument in earnest in early 2025. In a bold display of ambidextrous courage, she agreed to learn the instrument right-handed.Abigail's musical sensibility combines the raw urgency of a student recital with the unmistakable rhythmic intensity of a group trying very hard to play the same tempo at the same time. Her phrasing evokes a deep respect for the discipline of practice; she has come a long way—and is still going.We are honored to showcase this piece as a representative work from a performer at the dawn of her musical journey, backed by a supporting cast of equally determined string players. With hearts full and bows raised, they march forward—one note at a time. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe
As Nevada City prepares for Victorian Christmas and an onslaught of tourists this holiday season, the historic properties lining downtown's Broad Street are gearing up to be put on display. However, a worn down, long-empty address at 311 Broad Street wasn't quite living up to what a recent New York Times article called one of the “best-preserved Gold Rush-era towns in California.” So the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce, City of Nevada City and Nevada County Contractor's Association hatched a plan.As part of KVMR News' quest this December to keep you informed on festive winter activities in our area - we sat down with Nevada Union High School Choir Director Connor Jamison to talk about the impending annual NU Choir Holiday Concert.
Fluent Fiction - Danish: Harmony in the Marble: A Winter Concert's Magic Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-01-05-23-34-01-da Story Transcript:Da: Under den kolde vinterhimmel, mens snefnuggene langsomt dalede ned, stod den imponerende Marmorkirke i centrum af København.En: Under the cold winter sky, as snowflakes slowly drifted down, stood the impressive Marmorkirke in the center of København.Da: Den gamle kirke var smukt belyst, og lyset faldt blødt på den blanke marmor, der skimrede i den klare vinteraften.En: The old church was beautifully illuminated, and the light fell softly on the polished marble, which shimmered in the clear winter evening.Da: Det var denne aften, at Sofies skole skulle have deres årlige vinterkoncert.En: It was this evening that Sofie's school was to hold their annual winter concert.Da: Mikkel, en stille og reserveret dreng med en stor passion for violinspil, var nervøs.En: Mikkel, a quiet and reserved boy with a great passion for playing the violin, was nervous.Da: Han stod i sideskibet af kirken og forsøgte at finde ro i den smukke arkitektur.En: He stood in the church's side aisle, trying to find peace in the beautiful architecture.Da: Men tanken om at spille en solo foran det store publikum fik hans hjerte til at slå hurtigere end normalt.En: But the thought of playing a solo in front of the large audience made his heart beat faster than usual.Da: Han holdt violinen tæt til sig og prøvede at overvinde frygten.En: He held the violin close to him and tried to overcome his fear.Da: Sofie, derimod, var fyldt med spænding.En: Sofie, on the other hand, was filled with excitement.Da: Hendes selvsikre personlighed og klare stemme havde altid været hendes styrker.En: Her confident personality and clear voice had always been her strengths.Da: Hun havde glædet sig til denne aften, hvor hun kunne imponere de mange fremmødte.En: She had been looking forward to this evening, where she could impress the many attendees.Da: Men hun vidste også godt, hvor nervøs Mikkel var.En: But she also knew how nervous Mikkel was.Da: Hun beundrede hans talent, selvom han sjældent viste det frem.En: She admired his talent, even though he rarely showcased it.Da: Hun gik over til ham, så på hans bekymrede ansigt og sagde roligt, "Mikkel, hvad hvis vi spillede sammen?En: She walked over to him, looked at his worried face, and calmly said, "Mikkel, what if we played together?Da: En duet.En: A duet.Da: Det kunne være smukt."En: It could be beautiful."Da: Mikkel kiggede skeptisk på Sofie.En: Mikkel looked skeptically at Sofie.Da: Han frygtede at skuffe hende, men hendes opmuntrende blik gav ham mod.En: He feared disappointing her, but her encouraging gaze gave him courage.Da: "Okay," sagde han tøvende.En: "Okay," he said hesitantly.Da: "Vi forsøger."En: "We'll try."Da: Snart gik de to op på scenen, mens publikum hviskede forventningsfuldt.En: Soon the two went up on stage, while the audience whispered expectantly.Da: Mikkel kunne mærke sveden i sine håndflader, men Sofies nærvær ved hans side føltes betryggende.En: Mikkel could feel the sweat in his palms, but Sofie's presence by his side was reassuring.Da: Da de første toner flød ud i rummet, og kirken fyldtes med musik, glemte han sin frygt for et øjeblik.En: When the first notes flowed into the room, and the church filled with music, he forgot his fear for a moment.Da: Sofies stemme var som en varm brise, og hans violin svarede som et delikat ekko.En: Sofie's voice was like a warm breeze, and his violin responded like a delicate echo.Da: Midt i stykket mærkede Mikkel, hvordan angsten igen truede med at tage over.En: Midway through the piece, Mikkel felt anxiety threatening to take over again.Da: Han mistede for en kort stund fokus.En: He briefly lost focus.Da: Men Sofie fangede hans blik og sendte ham et opmuntrende smil.En: But Sofie caught his glance and sent him an encouraging smile.Da: Det gav ham den styrke, han havde brug for.En: It gave him the strength he needed.Da: Han tog en dyb indånding og fortsatte med musikken.En: He took a deep breath and continued with the music.Da: Da de sidste toner døde hen, brød publikum ud i en stormende applaus.En: As the last notes faded away, the audience broke into a storm of applause.Da: Mikkel og Sofie bukkede sammen, deres ansigter strålende af stolthed.En: Mikkel and Sofie bowed together, their faces beaming with pride.Da: Det var Mikkels første triumf over sin frygt, og det var takket være Sofies støtte, at han havde turdet tage springet.En: It was Mikkel's first triumph over his fear, and it was thanks to Sofie's support that he had dared to take the leap.Da: Efter koncerten gik Mikkel og Sofie ud i den sneklædte nat.En: After the concert, Mikkel and Sofie stepped out into the snow-covered night.Da: Mikkel følte sig lettere, mere fri, mens sneen faldt stille omkring dem.En: Mikkel felt lighter, more free, as the snow fell quietly around them.Da: "Tak," sagde han til Sofie.En: "Thank you," he said to Sofie.Da: "Jeg kunne ikke have gjort det uden dig."En: "I couldn't have done it without you."Da: Sofie smilede tilbage.En: Sofie smiled back.Da: "Og jeg kunne ikke have sunget så godt uden din musik.En: "And I couldn't have sung so well without your music.Da: Sammen gjorde vi noget fantastisk."En: Together we did something amazing."Da: De to venner gik ned ad de snefyldte gader, oplyst af vinterens kølige lys, men med varme i hjertet.En: The two friends walked down the snow-filled streets, illuminated by the cool light of winter, but with warmth in their hearts.Da: Mikkel havde fundet en ny selvtillid i sig selv, og Sofie havde lært, hvor stor styrken er i at løfte hinanden op.En: Mikkel had found new confidence in himself, and Sofie had learned how great the strength is in lifting each other up.Da: Marmorkirken havde denne aften været arenaen for mere end blot musik; det var en start på nye venskaber og samarbejder.En: Marmorkirken had this evening been the arena for more than just music; it was the start of new friendships and collaborations. Vocabulary Words:drifted: daledeimpressive: imponerendeilluminated: belystpolished: blankeshimmered: skimredeannual: årligereserved: reserveretpassion: passionaisle: sideskibetaudience: publikumstubborn: stærkegaze: blikencouraging: opmuntrendehesitantly: tøvendewhispered: hviskedeexpectantly: forventningsfuldtreassuring: betryggendeflowed: flødbreeze: brisedelicate: delikatanxiety: angstenapplause: applaustriumph: triumfpride: stolthedquietly: stilleconfident: selvsikretalent: talentencounter: arenaensupport: støtteinspire: opmuntrende
Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Elsa's Solo Triumph: A Winter Concert to Remember Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2024-12-19-08-38-19-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Klar luft virvlade kring skolan.En: Clear air swirled around the skola.Sv: Vinterkylan klämde sig in i varje vrå.En: The winter chill crept into every nook.Sv: Inne i skolans aula förberedde sig eleverna för vinterkonserten.En: Inside the school's auditorium, the students were preparing for the winter concert.Sv: Elsa stod bakom scenen och försökte värma upp sin röst.En: Elsa stood backstage trying to warm up her voice.Sv: Hon lät sina tankar flyga fram och tillbaka.En: She let her thoughts fly back and forth.Sv: "Jag måste få den här solodelen", tänkte Elsa.En: "I have to get this solo part," Elsa thought.Sv: Hon visste att Viktor, musikläraren, såg potential i henne.En: She knew that Viktor, the music teacher, saw potential in her.Sv: Men hans hårda kritik gjorde henne osäker ibland.En: But his harsh criticism made her insecure at times.Sv: Hon visste också att hennes bästa vän Freja ville ha samma soloparti.En: She also knew that her best friend Freja wanted the same solo part.Sv: Freja närmade sig och gav Elsa ett peppande leende.En: Freja approached and gave Elsa an encouraging smile.Sv: "Vi klarar det här.En: "We can do this.Sv: Tänk, det kommer vara magiskt med alla ljus och dekorationer!En: Just think, it will be magical with all the lights and decorations!"Sv: ", sa Freja och pekade mot julpyntet som hängde över scenen.En: Freja said, pointing at the Christmas decorations hanging above the stage.Sv: Elsa nickade.En: Elsa nodded.Sv: Hon uppskattade Frejas uppmuntran, men kände ändå konkurrensen mellan dem.En: She appreciated Freja's encouragement but still felt the competition between them.Sv: Inför all publik och snön som föll mjukt utanför fönstren verkade allt möjligt.En: In front of all the audience and the snow gently falling outside the windows, everything seemed possible.Sv: Men att vinna solodelen kändes som en berg att bestiga.En: But winning the solo part felt like a mountain to climb.Sv: Repetitionen började.En: The rehearsal began.Sv: Klasskamraterna sjöng i kör, och hela aulan fylldes av musik.En: Classmates sang in chorus, and the entire auditorium filled with music.Sv: Viktor stod längst bak och lyssnade uppmärksamt.En: Viktor stood at the back, listening attentively.Sv: Hans blick observerade varje ändring i tonläge och tempo.En: His gaze observed every change in tone and tempo.Sv: Tiden kom för solodelarna.En: The time came for the solo parts.Sv: Freja gick först.En: Freja went first.Sv: Hennes röst var klar och stark.En: Her voice was clear and strong.Sv: Applåder hördes i hela lokalen.En: Applause echoed throughout the room.Sv: Elsa kände en klump i magen, men hon tog ett djupt andetag och gick ut på scenen.En: Elsa felt a knot in her stomach, but she took a deep breath and walked onto the stage.Sv: Ljusen strålade, dekorationerna glittrade.En: The lights shone, the decorations glittered.Sv: Elsa började sjunga.En: Elsa began to sing.Sv: Hennes röst fann sin egen melodi, och osäkerheten började försvinna.En: Her voice found its own melody, and the uncertainty started to fade.Sv: Hon kände att detta var hennes stund.En: She felt this was her moment.Sv: När hon avslutade var salen tyst en stund, som om hela världen hade hållit andan.En: When she finished, the hall was silent for a moment, as if the whole world had held its breath.Sv: Sedan hördes applåder som fyllde rummet.En: Then applause filled the room.Sv: Viktor log, något han sällan gjorde.En: Viktor smiled, something he rarely did.Sv: "Fantastiskt, Elsa", sade han.En: "Fantastic, Elsa," he said.Sv: Efter repetitionen samlade Viktor klassen.En: After the rehearsal, Viktor gathered the class.Sv: "Både Elsa och Freja gjorde ett utmärkt jobb", sa han och lade till ett menande paus.En: "Both Elsa and Freja did an excellent job," he said, adding a meaningful pause.Sv: "Men Elsa, din unika röst går inte att ignorera.En: "But Elsa, your unique voice cannot be ignored.Sv: Solot är ditt."En: The solo is yours."Sv: Freja klappade Elsa på axeln och sa: "Jag får gärna göra en duett med dig."En: Freja patted Elsa on the shoulder and said, "I'd love to do a duet with you."Sv: Elsa log stort mot sin vän.En: Elsa beamed at her friend.Sv: De firade tillsammans med klassen.En: They celebrated together with the class.Sv: Elsa hade vunnit sin kamp.En: Elsa had won her battle.Sv: Hon förstod nu att hårt arbete och passion kan skapa framgång.En: She now understood that hard work and passion can create success.Sv: Hon kände stolthet och en nyfunnen självsäkerhet.En: She felt pride and a newfound confidence.Sv: Snön fortsatte att falla lugnt utanför, under tiden som Elsa och Freja drömde om den kommande konserten.En: The snow continued to fall quietly outside, while Elsa and Freja dreamed of the upcoming concert. 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On this episode of the podcast, the hosts celebrate the 30th podcast, discuss the upcoming Winter Concert, and preview the musical announcement. They also play Red Cards/Green Cards, Question Everything, and learn a few more true facts. This episode features Emily Meiergerd in the Magic Eight Ball and welcomes surprise special guest Angie Meiergerd.
Andrew from the Colac City band chats to Jof about the upcoming local collaboration with the Camperdown Lakes and Craters Band.
Mid-Michigan Brass band is a traditional brass band that performs regularly around the Mid-Michigan area. This is their Winter Concert performed at Bullock Creek Auditorium on March 17th 2024. Jim Schutz is the producer for this program.
Episode Notes - In this melodic episode of the Hillbrook School Podcast, host Bill Selak sits down with the multifaceted Derek Primo Silverman, music and "other things" maestro at Hillbrook. The conversation strikes a harmonious blend of music, technology, and education as they delve into the intricacies of the Winter Concert and the role AI played in refining the show choir's performance. Derek shares the behind-the-scenes magic of arranging popular songs, the unexpected tempo tweaks, and the innovative use of AI-driven audio manipulation software from iZotope to polish the choir's recordings. The duo also explores the broader implications of AI in audio, from enhancing student creativity to its potential for improving urban soundscapes and overall well-being. As they discuss the transformative power of tools like GarageBand and Loopy HD, the episode resonates with the excitement of making music production more accessible and inspiring for students. Tune in for an enlightening symphony of ideas, illustrating how AI is not just changing the future of music but also amplifying the educational experience at Hillbrook School. Listen in as Bill and Derek riff on the future of sound, and don't miss the buzz about upcoming musicals "13" and "Beauty and the Beast Junior."Read transcript
- Trong không khí rộn ràng của mùa lễ hội, các em học sinh của TH School mới đây đã được trải nghiệm hai đêm Nhạc hội Mùa đông với chủ đề “Chuyến tàu âm nhạc” tràn ngập cảm xúc cùng những giây phút thăng hoa trên sân khấu. Nhạc hội Mùa đông - Winter Concert tại TH School là sự kiện được tổ chức thường niên, nơi học sinh được thể hiện tài năng trình diễn, phát triển tình yêu nghệ thuật và trải nghiệm sự giao thoa giữa những nền văn hóa khác nhau qua các tác phẩm âm nhạc. Đây cũng là hoạt động thiết thực của nhà trường nhằm phát triển tối đa sức khoẻ tâm thần cho các em học sinh. Tác giả : Phương Hoa Chủ đề : TH School, Nhạc hội mùa đông, Chuyến tàu âm nhạc, --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vov1sukien/support
On today’s program, we’re speaking to Highland High School students Meleah Fesler (12), Aaron Vercande (10), Gwen Piette (12), and Kael Thirtyacre (11) about their upcoming Winter Concert on Monday, December 18.
Here are all of the links mentioned in this episode of The Choir Chronicles! Get More Information About or Sign Up for NRH20 Music Festival! http://www.nrh2omusic.com/ Walkin' in a Rhythm Wonderland: (this is a great rhythm game that comes with various tempos of beat tracks that they kids will love counting to) https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Walkin-In-A-Rhythm-Wonderland-GameActivity-8789779 Holiday Class Award Certificates: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Holiday-Award-Certificates-Edition-1-8889818 Choir Holiday Card: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Music-Holiday-Card-22-CHOIR-Edition-8817372 **Chorus Edition: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Music-Holiday-Card-22-CHORUS-Edition-8817443 FREE Pentatonix Singer Study Lesson Plan https://thechoirqueen.ck.page/bc892ffe0b December Choir Lesson Plans https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/December-Lesson-Plans-for-Middle-School-Choir-7478806 Follow The Choir Chronicles on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/groups/1067137987516646/ https://www.instagram.com/thechoirchronicles/?hl=en Click here to see all of Clint's resources and ways to connect: https://linktr.ee/choirwithclint Click here to see all of Jodi's resources and ways to connect: https://linktr.ee/Thechoirqueen
D-B Chorus / Sevier & Robinson 8th Grade Winter Concert
Culture Crawl 883 “We Don't Fit in the Rehearsal Room” The Cedar Rapids Community Orchestra celebrates its tenth anniversary this season, kicking off the celebration with a Winter Concert, Dec. 10 at 3pm in Kirkwood's Ballantyne Auditorium. The orchestra is composed of students from Kirkwood and Coe Colleges, as well as a dedicated core of … Continue reading The post Culture Crawl 883 “We Don't Fit in the Rehearsal Room” appeared first on Jazz 88.3 KCCK.
On today’s program, we’re speaking with Sigourney K-12 vocal teacher, Bethany Fehr, and band director, Bruce Peiffer, about their winter concert on Thursday.
On this episode, the podcast hosts discuss the upcoming Winter Concert and musical announcement, continue with the fourth Madlib installment, and respond to listener questions including a discussion about Fergie's National Anthem.
Episodio 245. Una señora de bastante mas de 110 años que vendía empanadas quería salvar a la humanidad de su propia estupidez, Un regalo al mundo entero. Resultó Una tortura total porque es el Unico ensayo que hemos tenido y que vamos a tener. Como a las 8, hay pizza. ✅ Follow Up Jaime tiene una linterna Jaime tiene un regalo Winter Concert https://www.tunedinguitarlessons.com/winterconcert2023 Sam Altman vuelve Thunderbolt y los Displays de Apple https://fabiensanglard.net/xdr/index.html Monitor Stand Riser, OImaster... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XYMLPJD?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Blue Eye Samurai
Fennessy's Hotel Part Two....Following on from speaking to Richie last week, this week I chat to Esther Fennessy, about the hotel, but also her days growing up in Clonmel, her love of dancing, taking part in Tops of the Town, working for Judge Troy and meeting the lovely Richie.Also on this episode, Eamon O'Malley has all the details on Uproar Choir's Winter Concert, Freeman Motorcycles food drive, where you can get an early coffee in town and the winners of our #wheresmeala competition are announced. https://www.theclonmelpodcast.com
On this episode, the podcast welcomes Zoey Smallwood, Choir Co-President. We discuss the upcoming Winter Concert and continue with the third installment of Choir Madlibs and Musical Spelling.
Episodio 242. Este Carlos es nuevo, el antiguo fue el papá de Lucas, Juan, Mateo, Coño y La Fresa Federica. Resulta que son seres humanos los muy malditos, porque en la naturaleza las cosas no ocurren como tú crees. Entiendo que no se entienda. ✅ Follow Up Hello Fresh y las recetas Winter Concert is coming https://www.tunedinguitarlessons.com/winterconcert2023 Jaime y Apple “resuelven” deudas Cuándo callarse https://shaungallagher.pressbin.com/blog/shut-up.html
These are your Evening Headlines for October 23, 2023... Rexburg police are warning about a new scam. Plus, a recap of Elder Dale G. Renlund and his wife's BYU-Idaho devotional addresses last night. Then, the Rexburg Tabernacle Orchestra's Winter Concert is coming up.
Hey, let's get sick all holiday break! What a great idea! It will give you time to reflect on everything that you have done in the last six months...and possibility share some stories and goals to focus on in the spring semester. Let's go!
At 5 p.m. Saturday, January 28, Lost Radio Rounders will be opening the Millbrook Arts Group's 2023 Winter Concert Series with a program of “American Favorite Ballads,” drawn from Pete Seeger's 1961 book of the same name and series of albums that preceded and accompanied it. Millbrook Arts Group's programmer Bob Button joins us as well as Lost Radio Rounder Michael Eck.
Many of the Girls playing sports are also a part of the Brookville Area High School music department. Tonight will be the first concert. You may hear something like this from 2019 concert.
Cal Poly's premier a capella group is in studio to share some Christmas cheer with a live performance. Check out their Winter Concert this Sat 12/3 both at 2pm & 5pm Phillips Hall at Cal Poly! Hear how talented they are here!
Cal Poly's premier a capella group is in studio to share some Christmas cheer with a live performance. Check out their Winter Concert this Sat 12/3 both at 2pm & 5pm Phillips Hall at Cal Poly! Hear how talented they are here!
The Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra is the subject of this week's program with Kristo Kondakci, Music Director and Conductor. We talk about their upcoming season and listen to some of the music that will be presented in their Winter Concert at St. Peter's by the Sea in Narragansett on Sunday March 6th at 3 PM. For more information you can call (401) 274-4578, or go to www.nabsco.org
A rich mid-winter concert of songs of faith & hope by Annie Patterson & Peter Blood, the creators of the world-renowned group-singing songbooks Rise Up Singing, and Rise Again.
S/O and Thanks to our musicians, their teachers and our auditorium managers for making this epidemic possible. Concert season has wrapped up across the district and on this FORTiTUDE podcast, we bring just a few sounds from an amazing season. Available when you download FORTiTUDEonair on one of these podcast apps: Tune in to hear: WMS Band, Emge Choir, SMS Choir,FZE Orchestra, SHS Choir, WHS Choir, NMS Orchestra and FZN Band
Stephanie Harris, Executive Director of Bainbridge Chorale and Ginny Hawkins join us in this edition of What’s Up Bainbridge to discuss the exciting news about the upcoming performance of ‘Awakening’. The winter concert, a joint production by Constellation Choir and Bridges, a string orchestra, is the inspiration of Harris and Hawkins, collaborating to form a presentation of a mixed-voice ensemble dedicated to exploring the unique repertoire of voice and strings. ‘Awakening' will be presented, Saturday, February 15 at 7:30 pm at Bainbridge Performing Arts. Suggested donations will be gladly accepted at the door at 200 Madison Avenue North, Bainbridge Island. Children and students, ages 18 and under may attend free. Proceeds will benefit the Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra. Find out more about BPA at www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org. Credits: BCB Host: Robert Ross; Audio Editor: Keith Doughty; Publisher: Chris Walker
Castro Valley High School - advanced jazz band, concert band, symphonic band, wind ensemble performance, directed by Steven Hendee and Allier Manahan at Castro Valley, California.
Nile and Thames take our final broadcast of 2019! In their first broadcast with GroveFM, they talk about Hibernation, why they might want to or not, Stick Man and all things Wintery and wonderful. They describe things they have been making in class and their Winter Concert preparations. Best wishes from everyone at Lyndhurst for the Winter Holidays! Music from this week includes: 30 Days in the Hole by Humble Pie Benny Hill Theme tune Peaches En Regalia by Frank Zappa Stick it Out by Frank Zappa Christmas Time is Here by Vince Guaraldi Trio Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) by Darlene Love
End of the Semester, Winter Contests Starting, Winter Concert
Belmont MA weekly news show produced by Belmont Media Center. Featuring: two stores robbed on Belmont St, Loading Dock closed, new English Learners Parents Advisory Council in Belmont Public Schools, Special Town Meeting in March for McLean Development, First Chicane on Cottage St, Winter Concert for the Community Chorus, Buddy bench in Joey's Park, COA Craft Fair, and more.
Talk Tull to Me is a proud part of the Feckless Momes Audio Network.Music credits:“Bourée” by Jethro TullPlease visit Jesse’s professional photography site!
Talk Tull to Me is a proud part of the Feckless Momes Audio Network.Music credits:“Bourée” by Jethro TullPlease visit Jesse’s professional photography site!
BTS in Chicago was an epic event. It was cold and rainy, but so much fun! The first BTS Winter Concert in Chicago was full of awesome highlights, so to make sure we had a chance to really fangirl about it, we invited the awesome Megan from Noona Ya Business podcast to join us for a chat. Hear about our favorite performances, moments, and songs as we have some serious ARMY bonding moments.You can also find us at:iTunesGoogle PlayStitcherSpecial Thanks to Megan and Noona Ya Business:Website | https://noonayabusiness.comTwitter | https://twitter.com/noonayabusinessInstagram | https://instagram.com/NoonaYaBusinessPodcastFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/noonayabusiness/E-mail | becca@noonayabusiness.com + megan@noonayabusiness.comAnd if you have more questions that need answered, come chat with us on social media at the following locations:Twitter –@amberkmuse@thecrazyahjummas@kimchidramageek@kdramaJenFacebook –https://www.facebook.com/DramasWithASideOfKimchi/ Instagram –The Dramas Kimchi FangirlsBe sure to help us out and rate us & leave a review onGoogle Play if you enjoy the show. By reviewing our podcast you help other Fangirls find us so we can share the love. Also, check out our past podcasts for more entertaining drama banter. Finally, we would like to thank to Bensound for our intro music.Remember to check out our Patreon podcasts for our Superfans!! Come check it out HERE and make sure you don’t miss a single moment of our fun, drama-filled banter.Til our next chat,The FangirlsDramas with a Side of Kimchi See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.