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Composer Benjamin C.S. Boyle will accompany Rebecca Myers on piano in an evening of evocative art songs of the 19th through the 21st century. by Len Lear Nearly everyone in the area knows that …
by Len Lear
Nearly everyone in the area knows that Woodmere Art Museum is a wonderful destination to see beautiful paintings, but many may not know that it is also a destination to hear beautiful classical music. For example, on three upcoming Saturdays – Nov. 2, 9 and 16, 5 to 7 p.m. each time – Woodmere will present concerts that are sure to please the community's classical music aficionados.
On Nov. 2, “Women and Virtue: An Evening of Art Songs” will feature Benjamin C.S. Boyle, piano, and Rebecca Myers, soprano, who until recently lived in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy for 10 years. Boyle and Myers now live together in West Philadelphia.
“As coincidence would have it,” Myers told us last week, “we live next door to sculptor Viorel Farcas, whose work is currently being displayed at the Woodmere entrance. Benjamin and Viorel have been close friends for a long time.”
Myers and Boyle, who is also a composer, will present an evening of evocative art songs of the 19th through the 21st century, “revealing the choices women have faced throughout the ages.” The program will include music of Benjamin Boyle, Samuel Barber, Gabriel Fauré and Francis Poulenc.
“Given the premise of 'Women and Virtue,'” Boyle told us, “we decided to offer a program that spans four centuries depicting the hardships and hard choices that women have had to face throughout the ages. From the suffering of the Virgin Mary, as described by Purcell and Barber, to the plight of Ophelia and Zelda, through even to Poulenc's depiction of a young girl coming to Paris for the first time, we show the similarities in experience throughout the ages and the depths of that experience.”
Interestingly, Myers told us in an interview last year that musicians used to rely on auditions for jobs, but now they often come from networking and professional connections. Maintaining her own website and accounts on social media like YouTube and Facebook help her connect.
“I feel like I haven't gotten a job from just a cold audition in like five years,'' she said. “If you come and do your job and you're cool, you get referred a lot.Soprano Rebecca Myers, who until recently lived in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy for 10 years, will perform “Women and Virtue: An Evening of Art Songs” on Saturday, Nov. 2, at Woodmere Art Museum.[/caption]
Being a soprano soloist demands more than a heavenly high voice. Appearance is an element of the art, and Myers said one of the benefits of the job is having a reason to buy high-end dresses that qualify for a tax write-off.
“I love that I get to buy fancy dresses and sometimes be fancy,'' Myers said. “That's just part of the job for me.”
When asked last week about other challenges they currently face in their careers, Boyle said, “As a composer, when I work with performers, I might sometimes say, 'Well, at least it's not that difficult.' That is, until I have to play it myself.”
And Myers said, “Through my work with both The Crossing and my own vocal sextet, Variant 6, I've been tasked with performances that truly push the envelope of what is possible vocal or ensemble-wise. But I love the challenge!”
The Nov. 9 concert, “Curtis at Woodmere: Student Program,” will feature Hyun Jae Kim, violin, and Yoni Levyatov, piano. Curtis Institute, a world-renowned conservatory that is completely free of charge to the tiny percentage of applicants who are accepted, is home to some of the most talented young performers of their generation. Many members of the Philadelphia Orchestra are graduates of Curtis. The program of music to be played on Nov. 9 has yet to be announced. Keep checking the Woodmere website.
Violinist Hyun Jae Lim has won top prizes in numerous international competitions including Singapore International Violin Competition, Great Mountains Festival Concerto Competition, the 2017 Alfred M. Greenfield Philadelphia Orchestra Competition and Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition.
Interestingly, when asked who has most influenced her, she said, “Figure skater Yuna Kim; I was inspired so much by her hard work, always striving to do better. I could relate closely because figure skating, although it is a sport, has a lot of artistic elements and therefore very similar with music.”
Also unexpected is that when the native of Seoul, South Korea, was asked about her favorite songs, her top four choices were all pop songs, not classical: The Backstreet Boys' “Inconsolable,” Sam Smith's “Stay with Me,” “We Are Young” by fun. and Bruno Mars' “Just the Way You Are.”
The Nov. 16 concert, “Curtis on Tour: Winds & Strings,” will feature lecturer David Serkin Ludwig and seven Curtis musicians. The evening will begin with a lecture about Beethoven and his Septet in E-flat major by Ludwig, chair of composition studies at Curtis, followed by a complete performance of the work.
For more information, visit WoodmereArtMuseum.org. Len Lear can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.org
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With time on your side and a few weeks of summer left on the calendar, creating a meaning-rich Christmas is still well within the realm of possibility!
God’s creative genius has been passed along to each of us in a variety of ways. This Christmas, why not embrace these holy genes – the image and energy of God in YOU – by creating presents that reflect His presence?!
One year my family created Hammit Hand-Bags for everyone on our gift list. We chose a suitable bag for each person – canvas totes, backpacks, laundry bags, camera bags – and we adorned each one with our family member’s handprints. You might add the names belonging to each set of handprints, or consider embellishing with gems and ribbon to represent jewelry (rings, bracelets). Many family members used these bags for years as their library book totes, picnic or pool bags, etc.
Hollow Ornament Gifts
For many years we hung a ball-shaped ornament on our tree that was hollow inside. It sort of resembled an Easter egg, though it was larger and more sturdy and could be tightly closed. Consider crafting such an ornament for the families on your list, encouraging them to put something inside of it each year:
- Choose one family memory from the current Christmas and write it down, then fold it up and place the paper inside. Add another one next year! Within only a few years’ time you will have a family tradition and stories to tell around the tree!
- List the names of those who celebrate Christmas with you each year. Keep the list in the ornament and add names each December. This would be especially appropriate for families who welcome neighbors and friends at their holiday gatherings.
- Encourage each family member to write a Christmas wish or prayer. Save these inside and pray or revisit them year after year.
- Put the names of each Christmas guest and your family members on separate papers inside the ornament. On Christmas morning, have each person pick a name! This is the person you will pray for in the coming year… the gift of prayer!
Rather than a hollow ornament, a Christmas Box could work for these ideas as well. You might buy plain boxes at a craft store and decorate them, or search local thrift stores for unique and unusual designs!
Not everyone is crafty… Thank goodness for digital cameras and Vistaprint! Companies like Vistaprint allow you to put your photos to work as gifts – in many forms. Key chains, t-shirts, ball caps, greeting cards, blankets & tote bags are just a few of the items that can be dressed-up with your photographs and given as gifts to your loved ones.
Check out the Costco or Sam’s Club websites (memberships required), or simply do a web search for custom photo gifts – you’ll have more ideas than you can implement! Thrifty shoppers may want to keep an eye on Groupon or Living Social for vouchers toward photo gift purchases (I regularly see $70 vouchers for Vistaprint product for ridiculously low prices – sometimes as low as $17).
One way to expand your Christmas cheer and invite others into the celebration of Jesus’ birth is to create an assortment of Blessing Bags to give away. These can be as simple as a gallon sized Ziploc bag or inexpensive canvas tote, filled with items that those you run into on the streets around town may need:
- A bottle of water
- Fast food gift certificates
- Small snack packs (granola bar, crackers, nuts)
- Small toiletry items
- Anything else your family can come up with!
Decorate the bags, enclose a Christmas card from your family, and keep a supply of Blessing Bags in your car throughout the month of December, giving them away as you are inspired to do so!
A twist on the Blessing Bags would be to pre-determine whom you wish to bless with each bag, fill them accordingly, then leave the bag on your recipient’s doorstep or desktop – for a surprise discovery!
Wrap It Up!
One of my happiest Christmas memories consists of a roll of butcher paper, some sponges and tempera paint, and our driveway on a warm November day. In one afternoon, my family made personalized wrapping paper which was used to cover all of the gifts we gave that year! A roll of butcher paper and some creativity is all you need to make wrapping paper that communicates your joy to everyone on your gift list.
- Choose a medium (paint, markers, crayons).
- Choose a color scheme.
- Choose a design (shaped sponges, hand or foot prints, lyrics from Christmas carols, words from Scripture, or have each family member choose a trademark word or design and place their mark all over the wrap).
I had never seen so many smiles at the sight of wrapped gifts before the year we made our own family gift wrap!

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PHOENIX, AZ - A man was killed when his vehicle slammed into a metal pole in northwest Phoenix early Friday morning.
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The Minister of State for Masvingo, Ezra Chadzamira left a Zanu PF Women’s League function held at the Caravan Park in Masvingo on Saturday in huff allegedly after getting wind that a section of the gathering was waiting to pass a vote of no confidence on him.
The women from all party districts in Masvingo had gathered for a function of the Young Women in Business for Economic Development popularly known with the moniker Women for ED, an initiative by President Emmerson Mnangagwa to support women with economic projects and loans.
Attending the function were party gurus like Euginia Samson, the Women’s League provincial chairperson, Deputy Minister Yeukai Simbanegavi, Rabson Mavhenyengwa the provincial vice chairperson, and Jevas Masosota the provincial political commissar.
A close source close told The Mirror that the purpose of the meeting was to elect an executive of the Young Women in Business for Economic Development and the elections were supposed to take place after an address by Chadzamira who is also Zanu PF chairman for Masvingo and the guest of honour.
The meeting however, ended abruptly as Chadzamira was allegedly tipped of the ambush.
Samson confirmed the meeting but declined to give a comment saying that she was in a meeting.
It is understood that factionalism with the party divided between Vice President Chiwengwa and his boss President Mnangagwa was the cause of the problems at the meeting.
“The women were supposed to elect a committee but everything was abandoned after it was discovered that women from a faction allegedly led by Vice President Constantine Chiwenga were warming up for a showdown with Chadzamira’s supporters. Chadzamira left the event hurriedly after he was tipped of the impending embarrassment,” said the source.
Zanu PF Masvingo provincial spokesperson Ophias Murambiwa, said the meeting was held. When further quizzed on why the elections were not held, he said he is going to check with those on the ground.
“I thought everything went well. I will have to check with those on the ground and verify certain facts before I comment on the matter. I will definitely come back to you in a few minutes,” said Murambiwa. He however, did not call back as promised.
Chadzamira could not be reached for comment as his phone went unanswered.
The event exposed the battle for supremacy between the two warring Zanu PF factions allegedly pitting the party’s first secretary Emmerson Mnangagwa and his deputy that has reach alarming levels. According to sources warring factions are between one led by Ezra Chadzamira and the other led by his deputy Rabison Mavhenyengwa. -Masvingo Mirror


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After working on Solange’s When I Get Home and collaborating with Vampire Weekend on “Sunflower,” Steve Lacy has delivered his first new solo work since 2017’s Steve Lacy’s Demo. The smooth new track “N Side” can be streamed above.
On Lacy’s Instagram post to mark the release, his The Internet bandmate Syd commented, “and it begins,” hinting at further work to come.
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There are many routes that one can take to Beijing, but my favorite is to fly to Paris, spend a few days acclimating to the primary bout of jet lag, then fly on to Beijing from there. John Wayne Airport (SNA), also known as the Orange County Airport, is the closest airport to Disneyland. A lot of the accommodations are within a straightforward drive from the airport and are very conveniently situated to purchasing, nightlife, and historic monuments.
I rented my own room with shared rest room for roughly $60/evening, and the host supplied my choice of breakfast. Among the cheaper resorts I stayed at include Hotel Sintra (near the Macau Central and Grand Lisboa), Golden Dragon Lodge (~5 mins stroll to the Outer Habour Ferry Terminal) and Metropole Lodge Macau (near Senado Square).
One of many sound designers was within the Séance Room and heard music coming from behind a wall. The on-property lodges are often pricier than the off-property resorts, nevertheless, so having the usage of a automotive widens the options for a hotel. If visiting a Six Flags park is part of your trip plans, make certain and ask about ticket packages to the theme park earlier than reserving your hotel room.
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(Pocket-lint) - O2 has launched a new series of price plans for 4G that make the high-speed data service more accessible to those on a budget.
Now starting at £17 a month for a 24-month Refresh Airtime tariff or £21 a month for a 12-month SIM-only plan - called Simplicity - customers can get 1GB of data allowance and completely unlimited texts and minutes without breaking the bank.
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South Indies is a smart south Indian restaurant on Ganeshkhind Road next to Central II shopping mall. If you thought that South Indian food started with idli and ended with dosa, with an uttapam thrown in for good measure, you will be pleasantly surprised when you visit this place. Some of the dishes to go for are starters like Podi-Tossed Idlis, Keerai Vadai and Pundi Gatti (rice flour dumplings served with delicious tamarind chutney). In main courses, try the Makka Cholam Keerai Masial (country spinach cooked with lentil, spices and corn kernels), a recipe from Sivaji Ganesan's home, Kai Rasa (lady's fingers in a lovely tangy tamarind and jaggery sauce), Udipi Kai Kuruma (mixed vegetables cooked in coconut-based gravy flavoured in mint and coriander) and Mavinakai Menaskai (tender mango in black sesame and coconut). It's all a bit of a mouthful, literally and otherwise, but the waiters are polite and superbly trained. They explain everything. Do have the freshly made Appams and Neer Dosa. The Badam Halwa (almonds with milk, saffron and ghee) simply melts in the mouth (and onto the thighs I'm sure). Elaneer Payasam (tender coconut in coconut milk) is simply superb. Honestly, this is the first time I have really enjoyed South Indian food in this city and stood up after an Indian meal, feeling satisfied but not ready to keel over.
Good option for South Indian food dishes at Shivaji Nagar area... loved authenticate south Indian taste and loved quality of food dishes ... good place for regular dining out . . . . . ..
Southindies is famous for different states cuisine . either it can be tamilnadi /andhra/kerala or akrantaka. each has its own dishes in their menu. great tasty food . go for Dosa or Appam.
Badam Halwa, Neer Dosa is good and I can not get over the taste of these wonderfully prepared dishes that looked and tasted amazing. Easily one of the most economic and good restaurant to explore in pune.
Really Great place, and Awsome food..
Sometimes I think I was born in the wrong half of the country. I am a North Indian and absolutely love South Indian food. It so happened that we were close to Shivaji Nagar and on the lookout for a nice place to eat. I had been to the Central near E Square many a times but never realized that Southindies was so close by. Decided to go for it after reading the reviews and am glad I did. The place also houses Soul Kitch. Little Italy and Kyros lounge. You have a valet parking here. We were greeted nicely and a courteous gentleman pointed out that Southindies is on 2nd floor. The decor is well done up with adornments that complement the restaurants name, a Kathakali dancer and more. We took up a table next to the huge glass window overlooking Pune Central. We savoured Melagu Tanni soup, Podi Appam accompanied by Kai Kari stew, Masala Roti, Urulai Kothamallu Roti with Paal Katti Vengayathaal Masala (mix veg.). Check the menu for descriptions please. Absolutely loved it. But the icing on the cake was the dessert - Elaneer Payasam with lots of real tender coconut morsels. My suggestion, go with the traditional items like Appam and stew though I also wanted to try Mambhaza Roti (Mango Roti). The food was prepared very well and tasted authentic. Kudos to the chef.Ladies and gentlemen, this is a restaurant you must go to, irrespective of whether or not you like South Indian food. If you have been to an Italian/ French cuisine restaurant where you avoid pronouncing the dishs name, chances are you might do the same here. Try Muranagai Pudhina Elai soup or Karunai Kilangu Kara Kuzhambu for instance. That said they have an amazing variety of South Indian offerings on the menu. If you hadnt had a taste for these, you will develop one here. The best of South India is here. I have had Appams as good as theirs only at Kochi or at a South Indian friends place. Quantities are sufficient and decently priced. Whats more, stewards and staff are very courteous and will advise you as to what would go with what. Mine was a chappy named Sanjay. Nice guy, well informed. I normally do not rate any restaurant more than 4. This ones an exception. I am going to be here often now with friends and family. Oh, sorry no non veg. here. Happy dining..
I had Badam Halwa, Neer Dosa here and I can not get over the taste of these wonderfully prepared dishes that looked and tasted amazing. Easily one of the most economic and good restaurant to explore..
South Indies offers you a great chance to explore more of South Indian food. Besides, the typical Idli, Dosa this place also has many other dishes that are very tasty to eat but hard to memorize. The mild coconut flavor adds a different taste to all the dishes..

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A thoroughly excellent season will culminate in a final nervy matchday for Roberto Donadoni's Parma. Some recent patchy form has meant they head into their game at home to Livorno on Sunday needing to better Torino's result against Fiorentina, and hoping that AC Milan or Hellas Verona don't better theirs. In short, anything other than a win would make stealing sixth place rather unlikely.
Fortunately, though they're on a bad run of form at the moment -- winning only two of their last ten in Serie A -- their final day opponents are bottom club Livorno. Their relegation fate has already been sealed, and they now have nothing other than pride to play for -- though, given they've not won in a couple of months, there's not even much of that at stake here.
Parma head into the game facing some troubles in defence, with the suspensions of Alessandro Lucarelli and Felipe dal Belo possibly set to force Donadoni into playing full-back Massimo Gobbi alongside Gabriel Paletta in the middle of the back four. Rotation players Jherson Vergara and Nicola Pozzi are both still injured.
Livorno aren't without their share of injury troubles either, with Andrea Luci, Ibrahima Mbaye, Innocent Emeghara and Leandro Greco all unavailable. Paolo Castellini, Marco Benassi and Miguel Borja's suspensions could force coach Davide Nicola into playing something of a makeshift 11.
Parma injuries and suspensions
Out: Jherson Vergara, Nicola Pozzi (injured); Alessandro Lucarelli, Felipe dal Belo (suspended). In doubt: None.
Livorno injuries and suspensions
Out: Andrea Luci, Ibrahima Mbaye, Innocent Emeghara, Leandro Greco (injured); Paolo Castellini, Marco Benassi, Miguel Borja (suspended). In doubt: None.
Match Date/Time: Saturday, 8:45 p.m. local, 2:45 p.m. ET
Venue: Stadio Ennio Tardini, Parma, Italy

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VIDEO: Firefighters who serve and protect Walt Disney World overwhelmingly approved a new employment contract promising pay raises and more manpower.
The union president says the team's been working under an expired contract for years. "Up until January of this year, we had gotten zero momentum in moving this thing any closer to being signed," said Jon Shirey, the Reedy Creek Fire union president.
Shirey says members spent the week voting on a new contract.
The votes were counted Friday, and 80% of 185 members voted yes.
"There's a huge level of relief," Shirey said. "We have a level of open communication dialogue that we've never experienced before here."
The agreement is with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District that oversees the land where Walt Disney World sits.


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In February, as part of my mentorship with Melanie Osorio, I got to photograph a lovely couple in at Riley Park in Orange County California. I have to say that even though the couple came ready to rock n' roll in front of the camera, the sun did not make an appearance that day, or any other day during the three days I was there!
Thank goodness for lovely people and fuji film, I captured these timeless photos which I will always hold near and dear to my heart. Let's hope next time I visit "sunny" California it lives up to its name ;)
The tall grass highlights the gorgeous greens that Fuji film is famous for.
Valeria and Josh certainly brought their A game when it comes to fashion.
Movement in film is one of my favorite things :)
Photos taken on a Pentax 645Nii with Fuji 400H film.

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Hunter Harrison Plans Major Overhaul of CSX
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A newly released video shows an Ohio mother calmly confessing to beating her 5-year-old daughter to death after the girl’s body was found hidden in the family’s restaurant.
“I just killed her and then she died,” Ming Ming Chen, 30, said in the police video, which was obtained by Fox 8 Cleveland. “I told my husband to take care of it.”
Chen was sentenced to 22 years in prison last week after she pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and other charges in her daughter Ashley Zhao’s death last year, according to the Associated Press.
Chen, who ran Ang’s Asian Cuisine in North Canton with her husband, said she was overwhelmed with work and was frustrated with how disobedient her daughter had become after living with her grandparents, according to Fox 8.
“I need to take care of everything from the restaurant. I only have two hands,” Chen told investigators. “I don’t want to do that to Ashley, but you can’t control yourself sometimes.”
Chen and her husband, Liang Zhao, were charged in connection to their daughter’s death last January. The parents had first reported Ashley Zhao missing, but police said they later found the girl’s body “concealed” inside the family’s restaurant.
Chen, who is in the U.S. illegally, will be deported to her homeland of China after prison, the AP reports. Zhao pleaded guilty to charges including obstructing justice and corpse abuse.
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October 11, 2020
The first presidential debate took place on Sept. 29 at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. The 90-minute session, moderated by Fox News’ Chris Wallace, consisted of six 15-minute segments discussing Trump and Biden’s records, the Supreme Court, COVID-19, race and violence, election integrity and the economy.
More than 74 million people viewed into the first debate, which was characterized by its uncontrollable, chaotic nature with Trump repeatedly interrupting and insulting both Biden and Wallace—a violation of the rules that both campaigns agreed to prior to the debate. Trump interrupted 71 times compared to Biden’s 22. Trump also leveled accusations and lies against Biden and refused to answer many of the questions posed to him. One glaring example of this was Trump’s failure to denounce white supremacist groups when prompted to do so by Wallace and even urging one such group to “stand back and stand by” before blaming the violence on the “radical left.” Other examples include Trump claiming that, because of his administration, insulin is “so cheap, it’s like water,” that he is responsible for the return of the NCAAs football season and that this year’s election results should be questioned, even calling on his supporters to be “poll watchers” on Election Day. Biden also refused to pull punches, calling Trump a “clown” and asking Trump “will you shut up, man?”
Critical responses to the first debate have echoed the chaos of the debate itself, with media personalities like CNNs Jake Tapper calling it “a hot mess, inside a dumpster fire, inside a train wreck;” ABCs Martha Raddatz calling it “mud-wrestling” and former Democratic advisor and ABC anchor George Stephanopoulos saying that it was “the worst presidential debate I have ever seen in my life.”
In The Evanstonian’s efforts to cover these debates, we will be following the voices of several students as Nov. 3 approaches. Following are excerpts from interviews with five students—seniors Gabe Karsh, Levi Rosing, Lara-Nour Walton and Jonathan Zenkich, and junior Mira Littmann—regarding their thoughts on the debate and on the election broadly. While none of these students are able to vote, their perspectives still offer insight into what ETHS students think of the election.
What were your first impressions while watching the debate?
Karsh: “I think Trump definitely won that debate. I don’t know if he won on an argumentative level, but, watching it, you get the sense that he was more with it than Biden. He was sharp, and he knew what he was talking about, even though he didn’t.”
Littmann:” Honestly it was really scary… As a young person and someone who’s growing up in America, this debate made me question my hope for the future…. It makes me really sad that the country I’m growing up in is so divided that debates have to be like this. Debates shouldn’t be people screaming at each other and making personal attacks. I feel like our country was supposed to be founded as this great democracy where everyone could have a say in politics, and this debate really didn’t reflect that.”
Rosing: “I think Biden won, but not in a traditional way…. Biden was debating, Trump was talking to Chris Wallace…. You can say Biden is the winner, and Trump is the loser, but the real loser is Chris Wallace, to the extent that he asked Trump if he wanted to change places.”
Walton: “If we are talking about winners and losers here, I think we can all come to the consensus that the debates last night did not yield a definitive victor. But, there was a clear loser: Trump. Trump is trailing in the polls and needed to use the debates to win the minds of undecided voters. While his presence was no doubt potent, he made no points to persuade those key voters to come out to the polls for him. Denying the efficacy of masks, appealing to white supremacists, targeting Hunter Biden’s addiction and acting like a belligerent child were bizarre and unpopular tactics on his part.”
Zenkich: “I’d say that my initial impression of the debate was not very good at all. I found the first segment to be very chaotic…. I definitely thought Biden had a better chance of winning… I really don’t have a favorable view of either of the candidates. I thought Biden had a pretty big edge because I think Trump had a bit of a stain on his reputation with COVID.”
What did you think about the candidates’ performances?
Karsh: “I did not expect Biden to be as incoherent as he was. I got what he was talking about, but he struggled to form sentences at times…. At least he wasn’t worse than what people [including Trump] were building him up to be. I also think there’s a tendency to paint Trump as an idiot, and he did not seem like an idiot at all. I don’t think he’s a genius, but I definitely didn’t get the impression that he was mentally incapacitated as some rumors say; there were points during his presidency where I believed that, but right now, I don’t believe that at all.”
Littmann: “Biden won. When he was actually able to get a word in, he managed to convey his actual policy ideas and talk about where he wanted to take the country. He was able to clarify his differences from the rest of the Democratic party, not all of which I support, but which I think will be helpful in winning over moderate, undecided voters. Overall, he was pretty clear about what he would do as president and what he stands for. I think he did a great job of talking to the American people, not just responding to Trump.”
Rosing: “There were a couple of hiccups for Biden. He was obviously under tremendous stress, and luckily that didn’t upset the debate… It’s just a shame that Trump didn’t follow the rules…. And he still didn’t denounce white supremacy, that was the craziest part. In all of this racial upheaval, he still won’t do it.”
Walton: “Biden stared down the barrel of the camera when he made his points, giving folks at home the illusion that he was addressing us specifically. This was a good strategy. Next to the President, who never once looked at us and seemed to be more preoccupied with disparaging the [former] Vice President than providing voters with well thought out and factually sound answers; Biden seemed to be the candidate who cared most about actual Americans.”
Did your thoughts on the candidates change? Do you think the debates can change voter’s opinions on the candidates?
Karsh: “Most voters don’t think that the debates are going to change their minds, but I feel that perceptual dominance is important, and if Trump seems like he won the debate, that matters.”
Littmann: “As someone on the left side of the political spectrum, I was already planning on supporting Biden before the debate and not much could have changed that. I was horrified by Trump’s behavior, and I think Biden did a great job. However, a lot of right-wing people who I’ve talked to think that Trump’s behavior was totally acceptable, even admirable. They love his quick one-liners and find his insults entertaining and spot-on…. I don’t think a lot of voters have changed or made-up their minds after this debate.”
Rosing: “I don’t think the debate has done anything, and if the debate does nothing, it’s a win for Biden. The polls might go a little up and a little down, but eventually, they’ll just come back to the same place.”
Walton: “Nearly a million people have already voted, I wonder how important these debates are. Also, considering how polarized our country is, I can’t fathom how many people can seriously still be undecided.”
Zenkich: “My opinions on the candidates didn’t change. It kind of just reaffirmed what I thought. I think that Trump is a narcissist; he’s incapable of self-reflection. I think Biden is not in tip-top speaking shape, I think he’s a bit timid; that’s definitely how he came across to me in the debate… My view of the election only changed slightly, because I don’t think there was a real winner of the debate. I think that, overall, it was slightly better for Biden.”
What are your thoughts on the candidates generally?
Karsh: “I wish Biden was more of the radical left, but he’s not… I would vote for Biden over Trump in a heartbeat, but when [he said that there are a few bad apples]… That was the main-stream Republican position like four years ago.”
Walton: “In my opinion, one of the most important parts of being a president is giving hope to the people. We didn’t get that from Trump at all. In fact, I don’t think we learned anything about the president’s tentative plans for his second term. Trump was rightfully dragged through the mud over his poor handling of COVID-19, but rather than offering plans to remedy the public health situation and rebuild the economy, he stoked fears over socialism, ANTIFA and how our schools are indoctrinating the American youth to be ‘unpatriotic.’ He paints a very grim picture of the U.S. and tries to convince us that there is no light at the end of the tunnel without his guidance… when really, his (hopefully sooner rather than later) imminent succession would be the light at the end of the tunnel.”
What are your greatest fears moving forward?
Karsh: “My greatest fear is that Trump loses, definitely loses, but stays in power through the courts, through voter suppression or if he claims squatter’s rights in the White House. He said he wouldn’t trust the results.”
Littmann: “This debate made me a lot more nervous about our country’s future…. I’m feeling really scared for Nov. 3. I’m not 18, so I don’t have any say in what happens, and I feel really helpless. I’ve been reading the news every day and having conversations with family and friends about what’s going on in the country and there are so many things that need to be fixed about the way that we function. There’s such a big divide in our country right now, and there’s so much hate. I’m really nervous about where our country is going.”
Rosing: “People need to understand that [Trump is] the stage before fascism. Everything is on the line, everyone should be scared, and not enough people are. We know who this president is, and we know how much more he can do.”
Walton: “I’m scared about the future of this country. It is more important than ever to vote. If that wasn’t clear before, then it should be now.”
The vice presidential debate will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 7 in Salt Lake City, Utah. The second presidential debate will take place on Thursday, Oct. 15 in Miami, Fla.

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The Biggest Esports Events in February 2021
January is all wrapped up, boys and girls! We’ve had plenty of esports action to enjoy, more than most of us expected for the first month of another COVID-restricted year. Online events were all the craze. From the looks of things, that’s the way it’s going to be for the season. Esports events in February 2021 bring forth more online extravaganza, several highly anticipated competitions, and a handful of seasonal circuits.
Esports Events in January 2021
BLAST Premier Spring Groups
The BLAST Premier Spring Groups event starts Feb. 4 and is set to last through Feb. 14. Like last year, the group stage of BLAST’s seasonal circuit features 12 top-tier CSGO teams divided into three groups.
The groups are set to pan out in a double-elimination manner, with all matches scheduled for the best of three contests. Double-elimination finalists advance to the Spring Finals, while two bottom-placed teams from all three groups have to battle their way through the Showdown in April.
Astralis, Vitality, and NaVi are the favorites to win their respective groups. However, teams like BIG, G2, and Liquid will fancy their upset potential. These six teams should advance to the Finals, though last year’s group stage was packed with surprises, prompting another set here as well. One thing is certain: BLAST Premier Spring Groups marks an excellent start to even more awesome esports events in February 2021.
IEM Katowice World Championship
Mark your calendar for Feb. 14 because that’s when the massive Intel Extreme Masters XV World Championship kicks off. Naturally, the stage is set in Katowice, but we’re looking at an online event here because of COVID restrictions.
Don’t let that faze you, though. IEM Katowice XV World Championship is bound to deliver top-tier CSGO action, and then some! It is nothing surprising when it features eight top-notch sites directly qualified for the main event and another sixteen contestants, more than half of which will pose significant threats later on in the event.
Starcraft II Event
Everything stated above reflects on the CSGO event, but there’s the Starcraft II event too! It’s nowhere as big as the CSGO spectacle but still features some of the world’s best players and $250,000 in prize money. While that’s not considered too high for CSGO standards, it is for a 1v1 game like Starcraft. If you’re an RTS fan, the action starts on Feb. 20, so make sure you tune in.
2021 Six Invitational
Now let’s talk about another tactical FPS. Rainbow Six, Ubisoft’s esports wunderkind, is about to host its biggest annual event named 2021 Six Invitational. Nineteen teams (Wildcard Gaming won’t compete due to COVID restrictions), two round-robin groups packed with bo1 matches – now that’s what I call tightly contested action.
The top eight teams advance to the playoffs, where the contest transforms into a double-elimination bo3 bracket. The grand finals are set for the best of five, further upping the tensions ahead of the grandest match of the game’s competitive season. And yeah, we’re talking about an offline event here, hosted in Paris. Feb. 9 is the start date, don’t forget.
The total prize money for this year’s Six Invitational is not yet known. The base is $500,000, but it will have an additional 30% of all Road to SI 2021 Battle Pass sales. The cap is $3 million, the prize pool of last year’s SI iteration.
All in all, the biggest spectacle in Rainbow Six competitive calendar ought to be a fair blast. The 2020 season was lively despite COVID restrictions, and we expect more of the same this year, too. Perhaps, even more, depending on SI’s viewership numbers.
2021 FIFA eClub world Cup Regional Events
FIFA is a globally popular video game; everyone and their grandmother have heard about it, most have played it (or actively play it) too. FIFA esports, on the other hand, don’t enjoy such popularity. Still, they’re moving up globally and deserve a spot among other notable esports events in February 2021.
What exactly is on the plate this month? Regional 2021 FIFA eClub World Cup shenanigans, of course! We’re looking at six regional events with more than $250,000 in total prize money. Forty-two teams will be competing across six regional events, guaranteeing top-notch FIFA action that’s just around the corner.
European and South American events lead the charge, bringing forth more than half of the total prize pool but more than half of participating teams. These are the most significant FIFA esports events up until May. That’s when two significant events kick-off: eLaLiga 2021 Grand Finals with €250,000 prize pool and eChampions League with $280,000. If you’re a FIFA fan, these are the events you should mark in your calendar.
Valorant Champions Tour Challengers Stage
Tomorrow is a big day for all Valorant esports fans! The first Valorant Champions Tour Challenger kicks off in the game’s most developed region – North America. There’s $50,000 in prize money and eight top-tier teams ready to make their mark on the all-new Valorant seasonal circuit.
Here’s a quick look at the first-stage matchups:
- Immortals vs. XSET
- NRG vs. Gen.G
- Envy vs. Andbox
- Sentinels vs. Luminosity
The event is set to pan out in a double-elimination bracket, featuring bo3 clashes up until the grand finals. As you’d expect, the grand finals are reserved for a best of five encounter, well worthy of the $20,000 grand prize.
The top four teams get a direct spot in the second Challengers event that starts on Feb. 18, with the final (third) stage scheduled to start on March 4. Other regional Challenger events are just around the corner too. It’s nice to see proper Valorant action finally. The game’s competitive scene continues to develop ahead of the recently announced Valorant Champions 2021 event scheduled for late November.
RLCS Season X Winter Majors
Yep, that’s Majors, not Major – it’s plural! The Major had to be canceled. I’m pretty sure you already know the reason. The regional switch had to be made, following in the footsteps of other esports titles out there.
Team BDS is still on top of Europe following exceptional performances last year. By far, they’re the best team on the old continent, with Vitality, Top Blokes and Giants Gaming battling it out for the second spot. As for the NA regional rankings, there’s a three-way battle for the top spot.
Team Envy is at the top right now, but NRG and Spacestation are right behind them. The NA Major will be a proper contest. It will shake things up at the top of the NA rankings.
Wrapping Stuff Up
Well, I guess we’re all done here as far as esports events in February 2021 are concerned! As you could’ve seen for yourselves, February possesses plenty of esports contests worth checking out. No matter what your gaming/esports preferences are, February will have you covered, that’s for sure.
With those words, we’re all done here.
Let’s enjoy the upcoming esports festivals!

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Rumors of Kylie Jenner being pregnant have been swirling around the internet for months, but things were kicked into high gear in Friday when Entertainment Tonight host Sophia Julia claimed her sources revealed Jenner was going into labor.
Now a new report from TMZ has come out saying the whole thing is not true.
"Multiple sources close to Kylie and Travis Scott tell us ... Kylie isn't due this month, and she hasn't gone into premature labor," TMZ wrote. "Rumors began heating up Friday that Kylie had checked into Cedars-Sinai in L.A. — where all the other Kardashian sisters gave birth — but we're told it's definitely not true."
Part of the online uproar came from a resurfaced Snapchat from Travis Scott, Jenner's boyfriend, with the caption, "Make it home to ya one way or another." But there's a problem with that theory — that photo and caption were from December.
Julia's original tweet read regarding Jenner read, "My sources say Kylie Jenner is in labor," she wrote on Friday, later adding, "If this is accurate, I am [queen] of the world. If this is wrong, please forget that I tweeted it."
Jenner has been playing coy about her pregnancy for months, avoiding family photos and attempting to defend herself on social media.
While there have been some photos of her with a potential baby bump, sources close to the family say she won't be revealing any information regarding the alleged pregnancy. Scott, a rapper, is also staying quiet regarding the situation.


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The power of the urgent question. What a pity, though, that once again a Secretary of State has to be dragged before the House and that what he said was not volunteered by way of ministerial statement. The Secretary of State is trying to establish a reputation as a prison reformer, and now perhaps as a champion of human rights as well. That would be highly commendable and would be better if our prisons were not in a downward spiral of violence, idleness and despair and if the right hon. Gentleman were not intent on repealing the Human Rights Act.
The case of Raif Badawi—a blogger sentenced to 1,000 lashes and 10 years in prison for criticising the Saudi regime—is similarly shocking, and today we add to the list the case of Mr Karl Andree. Mr Andree is a 74-year-old British citizen from south London who has been sentenced to 350 lashes by the Saudi Government after spending more than a year in custody. I do not know whether the Secretary of State heard the interview on the “Today” programme this morning with Mr Andree’s youngest son, Simon, which was all the more powerful for being rational and understated. He said there was no doubt in the family’s mind that 350 lashes would kill his father, who needs medical care for his cancer, which he has had three times, and his asthma. Simon said:
“I think my father is at the bottom of the list and the bottom of the pecking order”,
when it comes to the Government. He continued:
“I feel that all the business dealings with Saudi Arabia and the UK are probably taking priority over it. All I can say is that the primary responsibility of the British Government is to their citizens. He is a British citizen and I ask the Government to plead for clemency, for him to be released.”
Will the Secretary of State therefore go further—welcome though his comments were—and explain why the Government ever contemplated entering such a contract; why the reasons for continuing the contract were initially given as “commercial considerations”, subsequently corrected to the “wider interests” of Her Majesty’s Government; why the Prime Minister has not responded to the letter from the Leader of the Opposition; and what is being done in each of the three specific cases I have raised?
We know that these are not isolated cases. Indeed, guidance given to British prisoners in Saudi says that the death penalty can be imposed for a wide range of offences,
“including murder, rape, armed robbery, repeated drug use, apostasy, adultery, witchcraft and sorcery and can be carried out by beheading with a sword, stoning or firing squad, followed by crucifixion.”
Amnesty International says that at least 175 people have been executed in the last year. It is simply not good enough that human rights get no regard. Of course this is a balancing act, but in the end, the Secretary of State has to take responsibility and he needs to answer the further questions I have put to him today.


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Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) has once again sparked outrage with her vile and racist comments, this time suggesting that white men are the biggest threat to our country, a statement that has riled up conservatives and sparked calls for her immediate deportation.
Deport her back to Iraq
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In a resurfaced interview with Al-Jazeera from February 2018, Rep. Omar shamelessly attacked white men, saying, “I would say our country should be more fearful of white men across our country because they are actually causing most of the deaths within this country.” It is outrageous that an elected official would make such a divisive and inflammatory statement about an entire group of people, based solely on their race and gender.
It is no surprise that Rep. Omar’s bigoted comments have reignited tensions between her and her conservative colleagues in Congress. She has repeatedly shown disdain for our democracy and our values, most notably with her anti-Semitic comments about Israel and her refusal to condemn terrorist organizations like Hamas. Her divisive rhetoric and dangerous ideology are not only a threat to our national security but also to the very fabric of our society.
— Liberty Tom (@Libertylover95) July 28, 2023
The fact that Rep. Omar has the audacity to insult an entire group of people, while sitting comfortably in her privileged position, shows just how out of touch she is with the reality of life in America. White men have contributed immeasurably to the progress and prosperity of this country, and we will not stand for this kind of baseless attack on their character and legacy.
What is even more concerning is that Rep. Omar’s comments come at a time when our nation is in desperate need of unity and healing. Yet instead of bringing people together, she continues to sow division and breed hatred. Her rhetoric has no place in our political discourse and must be condemned unequivocally by all decent Americans.
I don’t think we can even get Somalia to take her back
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It is time for Rep. Omar to be held accountable for her actions. Her comments are not only offensive but also dangerous, as they serve to inflame racial tensions and create unrest. We must demand that she apologize for her hateful remarks and take responsibility for the harm she has caused.
In conclusion, Rep. Ilhan Omar’s disgraceful and reprehensible attack on white men is a clear indication that she is unfit to serve in Congress. Her relentless pursuit of division and hatred has no place in our country, and we must take a stand against her toxic ideology. It is time to put aside our differences and come together for the good of our nation, before it’s too late.

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His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has ordered the release of 213 prisoners on the occasion of Ramadan and pledged to pay off their debts.
Sheikh Saqr’s initiative shows his keen interest in bringing joy to the inmates and their families ahead of the holy month of fasting.
In the same context, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah and head of the Judicial Council, issued directives to speed up the release of the pardoned inmates in co-ordination with the emirate’s law enforcement authorities.
The Attorney-General of Ras al-Khaimah, Hasan Saeed Mehaimed, described the pardon as a window of hope for the inmates and their families, and a fresh opportunity for prisoners to start a new life as good members of society.


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Plastic surgery produces remarkable results. Plastic surgery has the ability to produce remarkable results. A facelift can help you appear ten years younger. Liposuction will give you a more sculpted figure. Tummy tucks remove sagging abdominal skin. Breast augmentation gives you that figure you’ve always desired. Reconstruction surgeries can reverse the effects of cancer or accidents. The use of state-of-the art technology, medical research and advances in the field of medicine have made the surgery safer and more effective over the years. These techniques, however, are only as effective as the surgeon who performs them. Most of these are major operations. Do not put yourself in someone’s hands who is unqualified.
Board certification from the American Board Of Plastic Surgery is a must-have for a Houston cosmetic surgeon. A physician who wants to become board-certified must undergo extensive additional surgical training, beyond their medical education and residency. The additional training must last at least 5 years, and at least 2 years should be devoted to the specialty. For certification, they must pass a broad range of tests, written and oral. The board certification is a sign of a higher degree of knowledge, training and skills. Before you go under anesthesia and accept the scalpel of the surgeon, these qualities are vital. This information is readily available on the website of a board-certified surgeon.
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Last night you dreamt about getting hit by a train. When you got up this morning, you noticed that you remember almost everything that happened. This is what happens when the dream has a deeper meaning than it seems. For many years now it has been established that dreams are the ways of expression of our subconscious mind. Our subconscious mind discharges several info or feelings through scenarios that could compete with the greatest Hollywood movies! Understanding your dreams is a useful tool for personal development. In the long run it will help you to get to know yourself better. Dreaming about getting hit by a train is not to be taken in a proper sens.
We give you in this article the predominant interpretations associated with dreaming about getting hit by a train:
Dreaming about getting hit by a train: strong values
Dreaming about getting hit by a train reveals that you are still looking for the true value of things. You have a real morality and you are open-minded. You are comprehensive and prepared to help people in need. Scrupulous, capable of long-range action, you never give up, with lucidity and self-control. Dynamic despite your obvious serenity, you are efficient when required. Dreaming about getting hit by a train proves that you are by nature stable and loyal in love and friendship. You like power, law, economics, science, philosophy, and research.
Dreaming about getting hit by a train: a fierce lover
Dreaming about getting hit by a train reveals that you’re a fierce lover. You like to seduce you partner with tact and elegance. You are not just a heart to be taken but rather a fortress to besiege! In any case, this is what you like people to think. You show your uptight side, with a biting and leading spirit. But when you like someone, you can’t ignore the pleasant attentions and bewilder they give you with innocence and candor. Dreaming about getting hit by a train reveals that you want a cooperative partner who inspires you with enthusiasm, while respecting you and you habits. When you are in love, you are a committed and dedicated person with whom to conquer life’s obstacles.
Dreaming about getting hit by a train reveals that to seduce you can use Two strategy. The 1st one is being protective, you want to demonstrate that you know what you are doing and that people can trust you for you are a clever person. Comforting, sincere, concrete, sensible, you seek to inspire confidence in the long term. The 2cd one is the other way around! You sometimes feel afraid, destitute, awkward or even hypersensitive. This attitude makes people want to take care of you. You can make your partner feel protective and essential to you.
Dreaming about getting hit by a train: an autonomous nature
On a business level, dreaming about getting hit by a train reveals that you are overconfident, selfless and very honest. Many people will tend to make use of you because of your resilient nature and your will to do what’s best for everyone. You take satisfaction in knowing that you are entitled to the trust of others. You are more receptive when working for others than working for yourself. Dreaming about getting hit by a train proves that you talk a lot and argue perfectly, more out of pleasure than out of need. In a transaction, you may surprise by your non-traditional methods or by your argumentative nature. Dream about getting hit by a train means that you are about to close a deal that will result in a cash inflow.
Dreaming about getting hit by a train also reveals that you are revolutionary and independent. Targeted, you are both flexible and stubborn, obliging and machiavellian. Aiming for performance, you apply original strategies to confuse your opposition. In a transaction, you can get the other up to speed because you don’t get lost in the details. Or you may complicate the situation to confuse your opponent. Dreaming about getting hit by a train shows that you easily evaluate things and people.

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DSE Brokers Association led by its president Ahsanul Islam Titu called on newly elected BSEC commissioner Prof. Dr. Swapan Kumar Bala at the latter’s office on Thursday. They praised highly of the competence and expertise of Dr. Bala in gearing up the stock exchange activities while they felicitated him for taking new office.
“ We should do our all to save stock market as it is the only way to boost the country’s economy” CSEC chair Prof. Dr. M Khairul Hossain said.
BSEC executives including commissioner Prof. Md. Helaluddin Nizami, Md. Amzad Hossain, Md. A Salam and leaders of Assoc Minhaz Mannan Emon, Md. Hanif Bhuiyan, Mrs Khuzista Nur-E-Nahrin and Dr. Zahir were present on the occasion, says a press release.


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Those of you who are readers of science fiction, will know him as the author of the
I would like you to watch this 2 part speech, and try to keep in mind that this man has Early Onset Alzheimer's Disease.
Please pay particular attention to his symptoms, and how frustrating it is for him to be able to buy crack (if he wanted to), but yet The National Health will not provide the Aricept that he and other British subjects need in order to function.
What's it going to take?
My "idea" of us colonizing and being self-sufficient was meant as satire, but if our government continues to spend our money on wars rather than its own citizens' health, what's left?
Terry Pratchett doesn't want to die. Bill Craig, who is nowhere near as famous as Sir Terry doesn't want to die. None of us want to die, but no one seems to be listening.
No one wants to believe.

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Brad Pitt's £60.5m gift to Jennifer Aniston on her birthday has been revealed.
The actor treated his ex-wife on her 50th birthday, with a $79million (£60.57million) gift.
The pair famously split in 2005 but remain close, with Jennifer and Brad both enduring divorces recently.
Jennifer and Justin Theroux split in March last year, with Brad and Angelina Jolie also calling time on their relationship.
Apparently, Fight Club star Brad turned up at her 50th birthday celebrations.
And Brad reportedly forked out $79million to buy the home they used to share in Beverly Hills.
Brad gave it back to Jennifer, who was reportedly left heartbroken after losing the home at the time of the initial split.
Sources close to the Friends star revealed "losing their dream home worsened the heartache of their divorce and it was one of her biggest regrets not buying Brad out".
Brad's gesture reportedly made the actress incredibly emotional.
The pair enjoyed reminiscing about the plush pad after Brad's gift was handed over, according to reports.
Brad and Jennifer called time on their marriage in 2005.


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How to play (4) like Bill Evans
It’s hard to believe it’s been 40 years since the revolutionary jazzpianist Bill Evans left us at the all too young age of 51. Evans was, and still is, among the most influential jazz pianists of the past sixty years. His effect on modern jazz piano was so profound, he actually influenced pianists whose fame both followed his own (Herbie Hancock, McCoy Tyner, and Brad Mehldau), and preceded it (Teddy Wilson, George Shearing, and Oscar Peterson).
On both sides of this generational divide, pianists who heard Bill Evans altered their own playing as a result. There’s no doubt that had Bill survived to his 81st birthday, he would have added many more ways to this “how to play like” list. He left it to us to add to such lists ourselves. That’s what he wanted, after all.
Left-Hand Rootless Voicings
Bill Evans single-handedly changed the sound of jazz piano—literally, with his left hand! His four-note, rootless chord voicings consist of guide tones (thirds and sevenths), along with chord tones, color tones, extensions, and/or alterations. These compact voicings also have inherently smooth voice leading.
Ex. 1a is a II-V-I progression in the key of C. Play these voicings with your right hand while playing the roots with your left to get used to the root movement. Then play them with your left hand alone. To practice, transpose up in half steps to the key of F. This position is often referred to as the “A-form.”
Ex. 1b shows the “B-form” of these voicings, and covers the keys of F# major through B major. These use the same notes as the A-form, but in a different configuration.
In Ex. 1c, we see the A-form of rootless voicings for a ii-V-i progression in minor. Notice the altered dominant voicings are the same as the unaltered dominant voicings: a tritone (or raised fourth) away, in the opposite form.
And in Ex. 1d, we see how to construct the B-form of rootless voicings for a ii-V-i in minor.
Evans’ lyrical right-hand lines often ended up in the higher reaches of the keyboard as a result of the position of his left-hand voicings.
Ex. 2aillustrates how Bill often used the notes from his left-hand voicings in his right-hand lines. Here is a signature lick of his over a II-V-I progression in C minor.
In Ex. 2b, we see his trademark scale tone and chromatic triad usage. Notice the triad pair of Eb major and Db major over the G7 altered (#9b13) chord. These triads are scale tone triads of the G altered scale
(or Ab melodic minor). The E major triad is a chromatic triad. The triads over the Cmin6 chord are all scale tone triads taken from the C melodic minor scale.
Harmonic and Rhythmic Devices
Evans was a master of both harmonic and rhythmic innovation.
Ex. 3a is a series of ii-V progressions. By adding dominant seventh chromatic approach chords, Evans could enhance and expand a common harmonic progression. Note his trademark, subtle use of the grace note of the fifth going to the #5 (or b13) in the Bb7chord. His left-hand accompaniment often created a counter-melody to the right hand, and kept things moving.
Note how in Ex. 3b, Evans takes a typical II-V-III-VI turnaround progression and changes the V chord to a #II diminished chord. This subtle alteration creates unexpected harmonic interest.
Inner Voice Movement
Evans’ introspective style gave rise to frequent inner voice movement, which infused a contrapuntal component into his playing.
Ex. 4a illustrates a favorite Evans device for a minor chord. Here we see the inner voice movement of the fifth: 5, #5, 6, b6, and 5. His use of intervallic minor thirds ascending chromatically in the right hand let him play over any harmonic movement without playing the actual chord changes.
Ex. 4b shows inner voice movement within a ii-V-I progression. Evans was also one of the first jazz pianists to incorporate strings of sixteenth-notes interspersed with sixteenth-note triplets.
Locked Hands Technique
Evans often jokingly referred to himself as “king of the locked hands.” This technique, first developed by pianists like Nat “King” Cole and George Shearing, utilized four-way close chord voicings with the top note doubled down an octave. Bill modernized these fourway close structures by taking the note second from the top and dropping it an octave. This became known as a “drop two” voicing.
Ex. 5 illustrates this difficult but effective technique to harmonize melodies. Notice more triplets in the right hand (this time quarter- note triplets), a signature Evans rhythm.
Bill Evans – Eloquence (1973-75 Full Album)
Bill Evans (p) Eddie Gómez (bs) Released: 1982 Recorded: November 19, 1973 Fantasy Studios, Berkeley Label: Fantasy F-9618 Producer: Helen Keane, Orrin Keepnews
0:00 “Gone With the Wind” (Herbert Magidson, Allie Wrubel) 5:36 “Saudade Do Brasil” (Antônio Carlos Jobim) 11:19 “In a Sentimental Mood” (Duke Ellington, Manny Kurtz, Irving Mills) 17:29 “But Beautiful” (Johnny Burke, Jimmy Van Heusen) 21:11 “All of You” (Cole Porter) 26:10 “Since We Met” (Bill Evans) 29:52 “Medley: “But Not for Me” (George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin) / “Isn’t It Romantic?” (Richard Rodgers), Lorenz Hart / “The Opener” (Bill Evans) 34:59 Medley: “When in Rome” / “It Amazes Me” (Cy Coleman)
- Libertango (Piano Solo) – Astor Piazzola
- Milonga del Angel by Astor Piazzolla (arr. piano solo)
- Nocturne – by Secret Garden (piano solo)
- Oblivion (A. Piazzolla) Two pianos – pianists Argerich and Hubert
- Out of Africa – music by John Barry (piano solo)
- The Creative Development of Johann Sebastian Bach (1695-1717) Vol. I and II


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- What nationality has green eyes?
- What is the rarest eye color?
- Can you have green eyes if your parents don t?
- Do purple eyes exist?
- Are green eyes attractive?
- Do green eyes skip a generation?
- What race has the worst eyesight?
- Why are green eyes so rare?
- Which country has the most green eyes?
- How are green eyes inherited?
- Why are green eyes special?
- Is Black an eye color?
- Do I have hazel or green eyes?
- How rare is blonde hair and green eyes?
- Is green eyes dominant or recessive?
- What green eyes say about you?
- Can 2 brown eyes make a blue eyed baby?
What nationality has green eyes?
About 2 percent of people have green eyes.
Green eyes are most common in Northern, Central, and Western Europe.
About 16 percent of people with green eyes are of Celtic and Germanic ancestry.
The iris contains a pigment called lipochrome and only a little melanin..
What is the rarest eye color?
GreenGreen eyes are the rarest color. Brown eyes are the most common. People can also have blue eyes, (Learn More) gray eyes, (Learn More) or hazel eyes.
Can you have green eyes if your parents don t?
Recessive simply means if your parent pass on another(dominant) eye color it will ‘override’ the recessive one. So you having green eyes just means one of your parents passed you the trait for green eyes.
Do purple eyes exist?
Although the deep blue eyes of some people such as Elizabeth Taylor can appear violet at certain times, “true” violet-colored eyes occur only due to albinism.
Are green eyes attractive?
The survey concluded that the majority appeal is due to the unusualness of the eye color. The conclusion: Green eyes are considered attractive because it’s a rare color. Common eye colors like brown, blue, even black, are typically seen all around because of its pigmentation.
Do green eyes skip a generation?
Eye color happens to be one of these traits too. Occasionally blue eyed parents will have a hazel or brown eyed child. Unfortunately because we don’t understand the genetics yet, we can’t easily predict when it will happen. Incomplete penetrance isn’t the only way for a dominant trait to skip a generation.
What race has the worst eyesight?
In Singapore, the nation that has the worst vision of every country on the globe, there were three different ethnic groups equally represented in the study: Indian, Chinese, and Malay.
Why are green eyes so rare?
Green Eyes Very little melanin, a burst of lipochrome, and the Rayleigh scattering of light that reflects off the yellow stroma can make for a variety of shades of green. With only two percent of the world’s population having green eyes, it’s definitely rare!
Which country has the most green eyes?
When we look at the map, the highest percentage of green eyes can be found in Scotland. Ireland also has (relative) a lot of green eyed inhabitants. Green eyes have lipochrome. This lipochrome (also known as feomelanin) is a yellowish pigment.
How are green eyes inherited?
Green eyes are a genetic mutation that produces low levels of melanin, but more than blue eyes. As in blue eyes, there is no green pigment. Instead, because of the lack of melanin in the iris, more light scatters out, which make the eyes appear green.
Why are green eyes special?
Basically, “green” eyes only contain a small amount of the brown pigment called melanin. … Although Rayleigh scattering is also responsible for making blue eyes, well, blue, green eyes are especially unique because of this “curious blend” of blue wavelengths and yellowish pigment.
Is Black an eye color?
Contrary to popular belief, true black eyes do not exist. Some people with a lot of melanin in their eyes might appear to have black eyes depending on the lighting conditions. This is not truly black, however, but simply a very dark brown.
Do I have hazel or green eyes?
A green eye usually has a solid green hue with more or less a single color throughout the iris. Hazel eyes are multi-colored, with a shade of green and a characteristic burst of brown or gold radiating outwards from around the pupil.
How rare is blonde hair and green eyes?
Rare Green Eyes Lots of genetic traits are rare. For example, left-handedness occurs in just 10% of the world’s population, only 11% have naturally curly hair, and a mere 4% have blonde hair. … Green eyes. Yes, only 2 percent of the population of the entire world have them.
Is green eyes dominant or recessive?
The allele for brown eyes is the most dominant allele and is always dominant over the other two alleles and the allele for green eyes is always dominant over the allele for blue eyes, which is always recessive.
What green eyes say about you?
Green eyes, because they are a rarer color, are often considered mysterious. People with green eyes are said to be curious about nature, very passionate in their relationships, and possess a positive and creative outlook on life. Green eyes tend to get jealous easily, but possess large amounts of love.
Can 2 brown eyes make a blue eyed baby?
The only way to present blue eyes is to inherit two copies of the blue-eyed gene. However, brown-eyed parents can pass a recessive blue-eyed gene. Therefore, two brown-eyed partners can birth a blue-eyed baby.

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April 25th, 2013
Montage Hotels & Resorts is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the opening of its first hotel, Montage Laguna Beach. In honor of this milestone, they’re holding a Montage Memory Makers Contest, which will award five young humanitarians (between the ages of 13 – 17) with a $10,000 college scholarship for their efforts in inspiring and providing service to their communities. In addition to the scholarship, the five winners will also receive a trip for two to Montage Laguna Beach to meet with Montage Founder and CEO Alan Fuerstman. Not a bad deal for a few lucky winner 😉
Ten finalists have been announced and need your votes! See below for the list of what these young humanitarians have accomplished. After you read about them go and vote! Hurry, you have from now through April 26, 2013- vote here.
- Lulu Cerone, Calif.: founded LemonAID Warriors to inspire her peers to make social activism a part of their social life. Their “Philanthro-Parties” have raised $60,000.00 for global causes, and her mentoring Action Plans are used by major corporations to inspire over 4 million youth.
- Yasmine Davis, Calif.: founded Make a Birthday Wish, a nonprofit organization which gives homeless children happier birthdays by hosting monthly birthday parties and donating gifts for all the children at the shelter. Since its inception in 2009, the charity has provided birthdays for over 300 children and is on pace to sponsor more than 600 children in 2013.
- Marisol Meyer, Fla.: founded Good Acts by Great Actors based on Marisol’s belief that the arts can help to improve the quality of life for children in need. Her nonprofit organization hosts sensory friendly shows that autistic children can enjoy, raised money to purchase theatrical costumes for a children’s cancer hospital in Guatemala and participated in the creation of an anti-bullying video and campaign that is being aired from Miami to Nashville.
- Karin Olivo, Calif.: started the nonprofit organization Operation DREAM, which stands for Dominican Republic Emergency Aid Mission, to provide nourishment and hope to orphans in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. To-date, Karin’s organization has delivered nearly 50,000 pounds of food.
- Katharine Rhoten, Wisc.: created KatharinesWish.org, which collects toys for hospitalized children in her home state and Minnesota. She has donated nearly 5,000 toys to children and has also created her own donor-advised fund, with the hope of issuing grants to hospitals around the country to buy toys for children.
- Chase Harris, Ariz.: created Classics for Causes, where he created multiple community partnerships in Arizona and used his talents to rebuild a 1967 Camaro which will be auctioned off this year, with all proceeds going to the Phoenix Children’s Hospital.
- Jason Cui, Va.: was motivated to create Youth Inspire when he realized that hospital patients lacked peer interaction and emotional support. His effort has now grown into a global enterprise which has raised $10,000 in funds to benefit teens in 10 countries.
- Hannah Moyles, N.C.: makes, collects, and donates handmade blankets, hats, scarves and more for her charity, From Ewe to You, which has helped over 10,000 people in need since it was founded.
- Kiran Sridhar, Calif.: is the founder of Waste No Food, a web-based nonprofit organization which allows food donors to efficiently donate to charities in real-time. To date, Waste No Food has served 30,000 meals to the hungry.
- Katy Dolan, Wash.: founded Life Enhancement Through Education in Music (LETEM), which aims to make music more accessible for all kids, and provides instruments and music programs to low-income children. In the last year, the group has circulated almost $10,000 worth of musical equipment and instruction to those in need.