Changan Ford, a 50:50 joint venture between Changan Automobile and Ford Motor Company, has been producing Ford vehicles for the Chinese market – including the Ford Mondeo and Ford Mustang Mach-E – for a number of years now. Now, that venture has been recognized by J.D. Power’s 2021 China Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study, which measures new-vehicle owners’ perceptions of that vehicle’s technology across 42 categories, as well as how effectively the automaker brought those technologies to market.
Ultimately, the study combines these measurables to determine the adoption of new technologies, excellence in execution, owner satisfaction, and the number of problems experienced with these features. As J.D. Power points out, China-based automotive startups tend to fare better in this regard than other, more established automakers, a finding evident in this year’s study, which is based on responses from 32,141 owners that purchased their vehicles between June 2020 and March 2021.
Changan Ford fared quite well in this regard, ranking 11th out of 21 mass-market automakers in the TXI study with a score of 503, which also placed it above the segment average of 492. That ranks the joint venture above a number of rivals, including FAW Toyota, Dongfeng Nissan, Beijing Hyundai, GAC Mitsubishi, and GAC Honda.
In addition to these rankings, J.D. Power’s 2021 China TXI Study also found that Chinese automakers are generally hesitant to launch advanced technologies in new vehicles, while the number of customers that utilize these advanced technologies also tends to grow gradually over time. Technologies that drew the biggest number of complaints include rear-view cameras, remote parking, and touch ID, while owner satisfaction in regards to smart-driving-related features and intelligent cockpit-related features tends to draw the most ire among owners.


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Every moment of every day we constantly think and process new information. Our brain observes and learns about how everything works in our life. But have you ever wondered how your brain does that? How does your brain think the way it does? Keep reading to learn more about cognitive science!
Kriti talks about how an internship in high school can change your career path.
In schools, we are often taught that our intelligence is purely determined by how well we do on tests and exams. In reality, that is only one form of intelligence. As evident by the title, this book talks about another form of intelligence: emotional intelligence. The book provides various anecdotes from Goleman's life where emotional … Continue reading ‘Emotional Intelligence’ by Daniel Goleman
If you're unsure about neuroscience, this is the book you should read. This book is completely beginner friendly- big font size, interesting pictures, satisfyingly thick paper, and large concepts explained in a way a 10 year old can understand. While reading this book, I began asking questions I never thought of. And though no one … Continue reading ‘The Brain: The Story of You’ by David Eagleman

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CITGO Receives Award Acknowledging Outreach to Latino Community
May 25, 2009
HOUSTON, May 5, 2009 --- Talento Bilingüe de Houston, a non-profit organization that has evolved into this city’s Latino Cultural Arts Center, has chosen CITGO Petroleum Corporation as the recipient of the organization’s prestigious Corporation of the Year 2008 Award.
Houston Mayor Bill White presented CITGO with the award during Talento Bilingüe de Houston’s annual luncheon, which was held as part of 5 de Mayo festivities, to commemorate the victory of the Mexican military over the French Army at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
With the award, Talento Bilingüe de Houston recognized CITGO’s work in reaching out to the Latino community both in
“Music and dance awakens the passion in all of us but nothing excites CITGO as much as simply helping those in need through our social development programs, in alignment with principles and values of solidarity embraced by our shareholder, PDVSA, the national oil company of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, ” said CITGO President and CEO Alejandro Granado about the award.
The programs being implemented by CITGO include the Energy Efficiency Lighting Program, the CITGO-Venezuela Heating Oil program, and several educational and environmental projects. Most of them are being implemented in the Northeastern and Southwestern regions of the country and reach more than one million people each year.
In granting the award, Talento Bilingüe de Houston especially took into account the work done by CITGO through its supplier diversity initiative. This particular effort, launched last year, has been aimed at significantly increasing the number of minority and women-owned businesses that are part of the company’s supply chain. Thus, CITGO has offered support to the work of small companies while helping improve the quality of life in communities across the nation.
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Conclusion paragraph: Dekaron G is an updated and improved version of the popular 2D MMORPG, Dekaron. It features new areas to explore, dungeons to conquer, and bosses to defeat. With its enhanced graphics and exciting gameplay, Dekaron G is sure to keep you entertained for hours on end.
Are you a fan of role-playing games that connect you with others from all around the world? Dekaron G may be just the game for you! This guide covers what users should know before playing, such as how to download and install the game on their personal computers.
Dekaron is a free-to-play 3D massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). It was originally released in 2007 and has since been published by various companies in over 50 countries.
The game location is on the fictional planet of Trieste, also referred to as the immortal land. Trieste is a planet that holds two moons. It is the site of a brutal war between the human inhabitants of Trieste and monsters from the planet.
The newest installment of this franchise is Dekaron G, which released in October 2022. The game is available to download and play on Android and Windows devices.
Dekaron G, or Dekaron Global, is an online role-playing game that has been developed and published by GameOn Co., Ltd. This game follows the same storyline, except the evil Karon is set to resurrect. This leaves the Dekaron to stand up to evil once again and protect the planet of Trieste.
Dekaron G is a sequel to the original Dekaron game, and it is based on the same story. The game’s main objective is to stop Karon from resurrecting and taking over the world. In order to do this, players must form teams of up to four members and go through various dungeons, defeating monsters and collecting items.
There are 11 different classes to choose from, and each class has unique skills and abilities. Players can also change their appearance by customizing their characters.
Once players have completed the story mode, they can access the online multiplayer mode, where they can team up with other players from all over the world to take on dungeons and bosses.
The classes available in Dekaron G are:
To understand how to play Dekaron G, it is important to know the basics of an MMO. In this type of game, players have complete control of a character and explore the game world, interact with other players, and complete quests.
Players can communicate with each other through in-game chat, and they can also join guilds, which are a number of players that work together to complete quests and defeat bosses.
When compared to other games, Dekaron G has some unique features that set it apart. These features include:
Dekaron G is a free-to-play game, but there are some in-game purchases that can be made.
The game is available in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, and Russian. As one of the most popular MMOs, Dekaron G has a large community of players from all around the world.
Dekaron G is an MMORPG that offers players the chance to explore the fictional planet of Trieste. There are new battles and dungeons to discover and various equipment and weapons to use. Check it out if you enjoy the Dekaron series and are looking for an online game to play.
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Producers wanted nothing more than Rocketman to push for a PG-13 rating, yet Elton John would say every time: I have not led a PG-13 life. And when it comes right down to it, I don’t think most people have. I believe that’s what makes this film such a fascinating, magical experience. Brilliant visuals and mystical moments in Rocketman are more than simply a dream-inspired retelling of Elton John’s life, but a translation of what it’s like to be human, to remember, to want, to hope, to love. Sometimes, that’s a hard road to walk, and it can either make us or break us.
Rocketman is Rated R for language throughout, some drug use and sexual content. It features Taron Egerton, Richard Madden, Bryce Dallas Howard, and Jamie Bell. Directed by Dexter Fletcher.
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Peaceful and fascinating place!
It's just a short drive away from our home - have no idea why it took us so long to visit! I was expecting a cute nice place, flowers and bees: found all these and even more! It felt like taking my eyes and brain to the spa, and giving my memories a nice long massage (oh, the apple trees!) . And on top of that, we came back home with a box full of yumminess.
Here's what we got:
- organic cider vinegar (unpasteurized, un-filtered, aged in wood)
- pure raw honey
- pure bee pollen
- chocolate honey spread (it's got "chocolate, honey" listed for the ingredients, I suppose it's made with dark chocolate or even cocoa powder since the honey itself is so sweet)
- ginger honey spread (just bought the trial version, and it' so good, spicy good, I'm going back for some more as soon as I get the chance)
And then some more:
- bee propolis
- raw propolis
- pure beeswax
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By the apple trees:
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Northside Hospital and Urgent Care Group Expand Access to Care – New Duluth and Lawrenceville Centers
Atlanta, GA – Northside Hospital and Urgent Care Group are excited to announce the opening of two new Health Choice Urgent Care centers in Duluth and Lawrenceville, scheduled to open in the Spring of 2023. Health Choice offers convenient, same-day care for patients with immediate medical needs, including X-ray imaging, COVID-19 testing, occupational health, and illness and injury care.
With the addition of the Duluth and Lawrenceville centers, the partnership now operates nine Health Choice Urgent Care centers serving the Greater Atlanta communities (Braselton, Chamblee, Duluth, Grayson, Hamilton Mill, Lawrenceville, Roswell, Snellville, Sugar Hill), including six centers in Gwinnett County. Health Choice Urgent Care is honored to have been voted Best of Gwinnett six years in a row.
“This partnership strengthens urgent care resources for the Gwinnett communities, which continue to experience remarkable growth,” said Debbie Bilbro, President and CEO of Northside Hospital Gwinnett/Duluth. “Urgent Care Group’s track record in the urgent care field is outstanding, and it fits quite well with Northside’s mission and patient care commitment.”
Duluth, GA – Health Choice Urgent Care Duluth is opening on March 1, 2023 and is located at 4215 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA 30096. This center is conveniently located on the corner of Peachtree Industrial Boulevard and Pleasant Hill Road, across from Kroger, and less than one mile from the Northside Hospital Duluth Emergency Room.
Lawrenceville, GA – Health Choice Urgent Care Lawrenceville is opening in Spring 2023 and is located at 665 Duluth Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. This center is next to Starbucks in the GMC Health Park, one mile from the Northside Hospital Gwinnett Emergency Room.
“Our Duluth and Lawrenceville centers further support our Mission of providing fast, friendly, and affordable healthcare in every community. At Health Choice, our healthcare teams are eager to serve the patients of Gwinnett County, and we look forward to our continued growth with Northside,” said David Maloney, CEO of Urgent Care Group.
Health Choice Urgent Care delivers top-ranked patient care seven days per week from 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Health Choice centers accept all major insurances, are VA Authorized providers, and offer affordable self-pay options. For more information about services and locations, please visit www.HealthChoiceUC.com.
About Northside Hospital
The Northside Hospital healthcare system is one of Georgia’s leading healthcare providers with five acute-care hospitals in Atlanta, Canton, Cumming, Duluth, and Lawrenceville and more than 275 outpatient locations across the state. Northside Hospital leads the U.S. in newborn deliveries and is among the state’s top providers of cancer care, sports medicine, cardiovascular, and surgical services. For more information, visit: www.Northside.com.
About Urgent Care Group
Urgent Care Group’s (UCG) Mission is to provide fast, friendly, and affordable healthcare in every community. Based in Nashville, UCG was founded in 2017 to create the leading urgent care company. Urgent Care Group partners with premier health systems and excellent providers committed to expanding access to high-quality healthcare.
The Urgent Care Group Network includes more than 50 centers operating as four brands: Health Choice Urgent Care in partnership with Northside Hospital in Georgia, Medac Urgent Care in North Carolina, MEDcare Urgent Care in South Carolina, and Total Access Urgent Care in Missouri. For more information, visit: UrgentCareGroup.com.
Read the Press Release here.

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Then, in the pale glow of their head lamps, the explorers noticed two red lines on a cavern wall. Chauvet, a government employee who oversees the protection of the many historically important caves in the region, recognized the markings as "characteristic of the Stone Age." What he did not immediately realize -- and the world did not know until the French Culture Ministry announced it last week -- was that they had discovered an archaeological trove that may rival even the fabled drawings on the cave walls at Lascaux in France and Altamira in Spain. The spelunkers had found an extraordinarily clear window on prehistoric life.
Restraining their curiosity, the trio crawled back outside and resealed the tunnel entrance. "Not only to keep people out," Chauvet explains, "but to return the airflow to what it had been before; a change in the interior climate could ruin whatever was inside." Six days later they returned with better lighting and plastic sheets that they spread about to avoid disturbing artifacts on the cavern floors.
Probing deeper into the cavern system, they began coming upon exquisite, intricately detailed wall paintings and engravings of animals, as well as numerous images of human hands, some in red, others in black pigment. "I thought I was dreaming," says Chauvet. "We were all covered with goose pimples."
The art was in pristine condition, apparently undisturbed for up to 20,000 years, as was other evidence of the ancient artists' presence: flint knives, mounds of clay used for making paint, and charred fire pits.
Photographs of the Stone Age art show images of lions, bison, deer, bears, horses and some 50 woolly rhinos. "These paintings are more beautiful than those in Lascaux," says Patrice Beghain, the regional head of cultural affairs. "There is a sense of rhythm and texture that is truly remarkable." One mural shows several horses apparently charging -- in a Stone Age mismatch -- toward two rhinos.
A few species represented on the walls of the Chauvet cave, as it has already been named, had never before been seen in prehistoric artwork: an owl engraved in rock and a panther depicted in red pigment. The image of a hyena, also painted in red, is only the second one discovered in Stone Age caves.
Of particular interest to Jean Clottes, France's foremost expert on prehistoric rock art, is the fact that, in contrast to previous cave artwork, images of predatory and dangerous species -- bears, lions, rhinos, a panther and a hyena -- far outnumber the horses, bison, deer and mammoths usually hunted by Stone Age people. "The paintings in this cave," he says, "will force us to change how we interpret Stone Age art."
Beghain is particularly struck by the skull of a bear perched on a stone near a wall adorned by an ursine image. "What is significant," says the official, "is that some 17,000 to 20,000 years ago, a human being decided to put it in that particular place for a particular reason. I think it fair to assume that the bear did not self-decapitate on that spot to intrigue us." Was this an altar for some Paleolithic ceremony?
Stung by lessons learned at Altamira and Lascaux, where initial unrestricted access to the caves obliterated archaeological clues and led to the rapid deterioration of artwork, the French Culture Ministry has put the Chauvet cave off limits to all but a handful of experts and installed video surveillance cameras and police guards at the entrance. "Our goal," says Beghain, "is to keep the cave in this virgin state so that research can, in theory, continue indefinitely."
No further research is needed to establish one fact about the Chauvet cave art: it was created by artists of remarkable talent. "I remember standing in front of the paintings of the horses facing the rhinos and being profoundly moved by the artistry," says Clottes. "Tears were running down my cheeks. I was witnessing one of the world's great masterpieces."
CAPTION: ARTFUL STAMPEDE: Prehistoric horses, battling bison, a rhino, wild cattle and a miniature elephant compete for space on a crowded cavern wall
CAPTION: RHINOCEROS: 50 drawings of woolly rhinos, far left, were discovered in the Chauvet cave, more than in all other Stone Age sites combined
CAPTION: BEAR AND PANTHER: While bruins were among the common subjects of cave artists, this image of the big cat, left, is the first one ever found
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I paint the face as an uncanny representation and site of turbulent subjectivity. I use the face as a performative space, or armature, to interrogate the ‘humanist subject’ from a posthuman vantage point.
In this series of paintings I use an anonymous image culled from the internet, re-interpreting the image in every painting. The multiplicity and endless variation of this image confuses an authentic origin, reaffirming the tension between the digital image and a real world counterpoint.
I postulate and show that literally and figuratively, body boundaries are leaking and putting into question the stability of subjectivity. Biotechnologies, with its regenerative qualities and coding of the human, are suggested in my paintings as the endless generative quality of one image without an original. My subjects are contradictory and unstable, in an un-fixed position (optically and conceptually), courting a felt tension between rupture and rigidity in the construction of the painting. I use the doubling of certain features on the face (such as three eyes, spliced noses, melting mouths) to optically play with this instability, and I conceptually destabilize the subject by creating an open system that doesn’t complete the subject, addresses androgyny and the state of becoming/unbecoming.
I complicate the function of skin/flesh as a boundary between biological interiority and externalized technologies through the sense of ‘space’ or openings in the flesh. My posthuman ‘subjects’ play with the boundaries separating the organic/machinic, human/non-human, interiority/exteriority, and self/other binaries.
My paintings depict the subject not as identification but of transformation, metamorphosis and catastrophe. They are not representative, they are performative, a boundary site and surface---neither entirely natural nor cultural but a configuration that negotiates the limits of corporeal existence within an increasingly technological environment.
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The Civic Action Plan development process is an opportunity for all campuses to maximize the impact of engagement for students, communities, and our shared world. Download and use this template as a starting point for your own plan!
This repository contains resources demonstrating how community engagement and community engaged scholarship (CES) can be recognized and incentivized through faculty reward mechanisms, including tenure and promotion policies and practices.
The Research University Civic Engagement Network (TRUCEN), established in 2006, works to advance civic engagement and engaged scholarship among research universities. This collection is an archive for resources produced and utilized by the network over the years.

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Canadian Rivers Historical Museum
Geary, OK 73040
The Canadian Rivers Historical Museum in Geary is a true gem with unique displays like a Rock Island caboose and the area's first log jail, which was used prior to 1909. Additional displays include themed rooms like a bank, post office, doctor and dentist office, barber shop, country school and a turn-of-the-century kitchen. All ages will enjoy the exhibits at this free museum. Displays include war items, Native American artifacts, antique sewing machines and vintage clothing, a 45-star flag, farm tools and wagon.
The Canadian Rivers Historical Museum is housed in a unique 1903 building ...
Facility Amenities: ADA Compliant
General Information: Free admission
Group Amenities: Bus/Motorcoach Parking, Tour Group Welcome Reception
Highway Corridors (within 5 mi.): US-270
Suitable for Ages: Adults (18+), Children (up to 12), Teens (13-18)
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Located at corner of Broadway and Main. 6 miles NW of Cherokee Restaurant and Trading Post.
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Hours: Part-time, mornings and early afternoon rehearsals, and occasional evenings and weekends subject to rehearsal & performance schedules
Boston Children’s Chorus (BCC) harnesses the power of music to connect our city’s diverse communities, cultivate empathy, and inspire social inquiry. Children, ages 7–18, come together across differences of race, religion, and socioeconomic status in a celebration of shared humanity and love of music. BCC bridges Greater Boston’s many diverse groups and fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion. Through intensive choral training and once-in-a-lifetime performing experiences locally, nationally, and around the world, BCC enhances the education and social development of youth as future leaders and global citizens in the 21st century. The in-school program harnesses these principles in the classroom. Through the development of in-school choral programs, students have the opportunity to build artistry within their local community as well as participate in Boston Children’s Chorus self-produced concerts. Teaching assistants are an integral part of the artistic team. Teaching assistants support instruction for weekly rehearsals, ensure singer safety and success during concerts, and provide critical artistic assistance for rehearsals and performances.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Attend all rehearsals and performances.
Provide rehearsal coverage for all rehearsals and performances as needed
Plan and execute entire rehearsal sessions in the absence of the supporting conductor.
Be prepared to conduct with little to no advance notice
Assist in set-up and tear-down at every rehearsal.
Conduct sectional rehearsals as requested
Be liaison with paraprofessionals and teachers during rehearsal.
Prepare rehearsal seating charts in consultation with conductor
Plan and execute instruction for singers as assigned by their principal conductor
Monitor weekly attendance for singers.
Attend monthly check-ins with Conductor of In-School Programs
Act as a liaison for parent and singer questions at rehearsals and concerts
Administer yearly one-on-one evaluations for each singer, providing detailed feedback on singer progress for internal and external use
Attend, support, and conduct at all major self-produced concerts at the request of the Conductor of In-School Programs
Confer with In-School Conductor regarding student progress.
Teaching Assistant positions are open during the following weekly rehearsals throughout the city of Boston:
Monday's 11:45 am – 1:15 pm in Mattapan – Elementary Level
Wednesday’s 2:30 – 4:15 pm in Mattapan – Elementary Level
Boston Children's Chorus seeks to engage and retain a diverse workforce who represent the diversity of our singers and community in the City of Boston. BCC affirms the plurality of lived experiences amongst staff and seeks to elevate and center the experiences of those who have been marginalized and disenfranchised by systems of oppression. BCC encourages all to apply and will not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.


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This Bali-inspired necklace features an alexandrite-like crystal, the birthstone of June. Those who wear this stone are said to be blessed with wisdom and wealth. People born in June have a keen sense of humor and are fun to be around.


Albert Lea man faces drug charges after Saturday foot chase
(ABC 6 News) – An Albert Lea man is accused of several drug charges after allegedly fleeing police through an Albert Lea neighborhood.
According to court documents, at about 1:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, an officer with the Albert Lea Police Department allegedly saw a car idling on the corner of Triangle and Wedgemore Drives, which allegedly took off when the police car approached and made several traffic infractions in quick succession.
When the officer turned on his lights, the vehicle allegedly accelerated, then pulled into a gravel parking lot near Front Street West and Washington Avenue South.
The officer claims that 36-year-old Jacob Alan Gardner, the only person in the vehicle, exited the vehicle and fled on foot westbound.
Court documents claim that the same officer had arrested Gardner before, and knew his driver’s license had been revoked.
Court documents further alleged that Gardner was known to possess firearms, flee and escape from custody.
The officer allegedly attempted to tase Gardner as he crossed Pearl Street South, and court documents describe a physical struggle with multiple attempts to take the suspect to the ground.
According to court documents, officers noticed “a large quantity of a white crystalline substance directly under where the struggle had occurred, along with a used methamphetamine pipe and (the) Defendant’s car keys.”
Court documents also allege that officers could see a clear baggie of marijuana through the window of Gardner’s abandoned car, and a search revealed 15 bags with about an ounce each of marijuana in them and about 68 ounces of a brand-name cannabis concentrate.
Court documents claim the white crystalline substance found on the ground weighed about an ounce, or just over 27 grams.
Gardner faces charges of felony 2nd-degree drug possession–25 grams or more cocaine or methamphetamine; gross misdemeanor obstruction of the legal process; two counts of misdemeanor cannabis possession–more than four ounces cannabis flower, 16 grams of cannabis concentrate; and misdemeanor fleeing police on foot and driving after license revocation.
He is currently held on $75,000 bail with conditions, or $100,000 bail with no conditions.


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Dental disease is painful and can really compromise your pet’s health.
If we do not treat at the Grade 1 Stage then your pet is heading to chronic infection & chronic discomfort.
As dental disease progresses, it becomes more involved & more costly to treat. In many cases extractions are necessary.
Dogs and cats with good oral health live longer, healthier lives.
HOW DO WE TREAT DENTAL DISEASE?
Unlike human dentists, we do not have the luxury of our patients sitting back, & opening their mouths to allow us to see what is really going on and to treat, so anaesthesia is necessary.
Anaesthesia is necessary for:
- Examination & assessment of each tooth
- Removal of plaque & tartar especially below the gum line
MBVC Grade 1 Dental Care Package
- IV fluid therapy
- Dental Prophylaxis
- 24 hour pain relief
- 7 day revisit
- 6 monthly Dental Checks for LIFE
Once your pet is anaesthetised a thorough oral examination is performed to accurately assess the extent of oral disease. If there is anything unexpected the Vet caring for your pet will call you to discuss what needs to be done. At the 7 day Check we will assess recovery from anaesthesia & discuss Home Care – strategies to help you to slow down the rate at which dental disease recurs.
After a Grade 1 treatment your pet receives COMPLIMENTARY 6 monthly Dental Health Checks for LIFE.
A HAPPY & healthy pet needs a healthy mouth.

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Some Aspects of the Radical Chemistry of Xanthates
Keywords:Block copolymers, Carbon-carbon formation, Heterocycles, Radical additions, Xanthates
AbstractXanthates and related thiocarbonylthio derivatives have proved to be exceedingly useful substrates for both inter- and intra- molecular radical additions. The intermolecular addition to unactivated alkenes, in particular, provides tremendous opportunities for synthesis: various functional groups can be brought together under mild, neutral conditions. Since the adduct is also a xanthate, iteration allows the formation of block polymers through a controlled radical polymerisation (the RAFT/MADIX technology). Also of some importance is the access to highly substituted aromatic and heteroaromatic derivatives.
How to Cite
B. Quiclet-Sire, S. Z. Zard, Chimia 2012, 66, 404, DOI: 10.2533/chimia.2012.404.
Copyright (c) 2012 Swiss Chemical Society
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

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The Role of Crop Diversity For Food Security with GIZ
The Crop Trust in cooperation with GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit)
14:00-16:30 hrs GIZ-Haus, Reichpietschufer 20, 10785 Berlin
Agriculture is facing its biggest challenge ever in its 13000 years of history. We need to feed more people on less arable land, with less water and less energy, and under more unpredictable weather conditions. We must go back to the basic building blocs of agriculture and work systematically on adaptability and increased nutritional value.
The Information Event on 11 June will discuss the role of plant genetic resources in attaining global food security and in enabling a sustainable, climate-smart agriculture sector. The event follows a morning presentation on 11 June 2014 of IFPRI’s 2013 report on “Global Food and Development Policy”, calling for an end to hunger and malnutrition by 2025.
2014 marks the 10-year Anniversary of the establishment of the Global Crop Diversity Trust. The Crop Trust works to conserve and make available the world’s variety of crop seeds, so that farmers and breeders have the means to feed a growing world population despite climate change. In 2013, the Crop Trust relocated from Rome to Bonn, Germany.
To consider how plant genetic resources and crop breeding activities contribute to increasing agricultural productivity, providing more nutritious food, helping to ensure world food security, and furthering economic development.
To discuss how global agriculture can adapt to rising challenges resulting from climate change, thus increasing sustainability and resilience of the food and agriculture system world-wide, by drawing on available crop diversity. To inform about the work of the Global Crop Diversity Trust in supporting global crop collections, representing an essential element of the funding strategy of the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.
The event will be attended by representatives from public institutions and diplomatic missions, international organizations, foundations and associations, private companies and the media, with participants from Germany and across Europe.
* Interpretation will be provided into English and German. ** Discussants will review the topics of food security, adaptation of agriculture to climate change, biodiversity and rural economic development as they relate to crop diversity.


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Tune in live, December 9th at 10:00 am MST (UTC-07) in our education group.
Hope to see you there.
And now, 186 savoury wedding portraits from 12 countries on 4 continents…
Join us for an entertaining morning (or evening) of FREE critiques and fun behind-the-scenes photos and stories from ever-terrifying wedding ceremonies around the world. We’ll briefly explain our approach, share some horror stories, show you some behind-the-scenes photos, a couple before/after edits, and finish off with some ferociously honest critiques of your work (submit your ceremony photos here). We’ll also be taking live questions, which will probably send us off into all kinds of unknown tangents.
Tune in live, December 2nd at 10:00 am MST (UTC-07) in our Two Mann Workshops group.
We hope to see you there.
Here’s 100 ceremony photos from the trenches…
The anticipatory moments leading up to a wedding can be hectic, emotional, hilarious, and downright ridiculous. Documenting it all, can be a challenging adventure, to say the least.
Join us tomorrow, November 16th at 11:00 am MST (UTC-07) in our Two Mann Workshops group, for FREE critiques and a deep dive into the nuanced perplexities of ‘getting-weddy photography.’
Tune in (and submit your getting-ready photos, if ya dare 🙂 right here > > Up Your Getting-Ready Game.
We hope to see you there.
And for now, 100 getting-ready photos from the trenches…
Jess and Travis’ wedding was made for Two Mann; and photography’s not the half of it.
Blood, sweat, and tears imbue the peculiar forces that brought us all together atop a wild mountain in the middle of a global pandemic.
Our 2019 adventures in wedding photography gifted us extraordinary experiences with extraordinary people.
These 2019 numbers made possible by a whole lot of trust from a whole lot of people:
123,000 km traversed across 4 continents and 5 oceans.
10,300 hand-crafted photos delivered.
12 sold out workshops in 8 countries on 4 continents (alumni from 42 countries).
11 more Oscars from Fearless Photographers.
9 countries travelled by plane, train, automobile, bicycle, kayak, canoe, ski, and paraglider.
8 keynote performances in 6 countries on 4 continents.
7 diverse weddings celebrated in 5 countries.
2 kids world-schooled through 5 countries across 4 continents.
1 epic Alumni Reunion.
Below are just some of our (and your) favourite wedding photos from this past year.
Charmi Peña is one of our photography heroes. Heck, she’s one of our human heroes. Hence, when she advised her family to trust Two Mann Studios with the memories of Jena and Sameer’s multicultural wedding, we were honoured; then anxious; then terrified; then, ultimately, rewarded with the gratifying pleasure of documenting a beautiful union of two wonderful families. Even though Charmi was tasked with recommending the photographers who’d shoulder this responsibility, Jena and Sameer and every one of their family members welcomed us right in like trusted friends. We were humbled, start to finish, by their unfettered love for one another, and oblivious trust in us to commemorate it.
Freewill is an illusion. Or it’s not. Either way, strange and mysterious forces are at work beyond our wildest comprehension.
Case in point, the miraculous entanglement of external and internal forces that willed Lyndsay and Jason’s lives together (and Erika and mine somehow into that mix). Imagine the labyrinthine brew of coincidences that conspired to compel Lyndsay and Jason to mutually, fatefully swipe right. Or the chronic dating mishaps and near-misses that must have transpired to leave Jason, despite relentless efforts, conspicuously single after 35 years of bachelorhood (to say nothing of Lyndsay’s perplexing eligibility).
Drake the Cat knew something was up. There was a special energy in his cute little home that morning. Not only were Madeleine and Katie spending an inordinate amount of time getting ready (as in, any amount greater than probably 60 seconds), but four peculiar humans had descended upon his territory; two armed with hair and makeup brushes (Blush and Coco), and two with cameras and lenses (Erika and me). But Drake was cool with it, because Madeleine and Katie were cool with it. More than cool with it, they were beaming.
Before plunging wholly into anything – love, marriage, sparkling turquoise water – one should consider the depths, or shallows, of what lurks beneath the shimmering surface. Were that advice rocket science, Krystal’s calculations would have been impeccable. But alas, rocket science has little to do with impulsive matters of the heart and soul. Particularly, when emboldened by friends, with spiked coffee kicking in, and the Caribbean sun sparkling off a tantalizing infinity pool with a narrow parapet calling out for an inverted, split-leg handstand. Krystal executed flawlessly. A perfect T of poised muscular tension, as symmetrical as planetary orbit. Athletic, gymnastic poetry. For a moment, time and gravity stood still. Of course, like the bonafide rocket scientist she is (astrobiologist turned photographer, technically), Krystal had a plan for controlled atmospheric reentry, decent, and landing. She would splashdown into the waters behind her like a reentry capsule off the shores of Cape Canaveral. What could possibly go wrong… apart from everything?


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FAIRBANKS — The star witness in the 1999 trials that found four young men guilty of murdering a Fairbanks teenager now says he was carefully and deliberately manipulated into telling a story he didn’t believe.
FAIRBANKS—The Fairbanks North Star Borough has claimed a significant victory over Alaska Communications in a dispute about management of its 911 system.
FAIRBANKS—A former University of Alaska Fairbanks student accused of raping a woman on campus in April has also been charged with a sexual assault that reportedly occurred in 2013, when he also was a Nanooks hockey player.
Anchorage — St. Cloud State scored just more than two minutes into Friday night’s game at the Kendall Hockey Classic in Anchorage.
FAIRBANKS — This summer, I traveled to the islands, but there were no palm trees, sandy beaches or lazing about in clear blue waters. Instead, I joined a group of scientists in the Arctic to study a chain of ancient islands that are stranded inland, miles away from Alaska’s northern coastline along the Beaufort Sea.

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This reclining sofa is the epitome of class and comfort with plush pillow arms, smooth lines, and detailing stitching. This reclining sofa features over 700 customizable fabric options, and multiple different reclining options to ensure that your leisure is made a priority, and that every thing in line with your design tastes. Pair this sofa with the coordinating reclining armchair and reclining loveseat to extend the relaxation in your home.
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We'll specially make a sofa or chair in the fabrics you want, and get it to you faster than those other suppliers. We're always working to reduce lead times and bring the product to to your home faster, usually in as few as 21 days. Check with the store to find a lead time adjusted for your location.
These durable frames are made from triple-doweled hardwoods, glued, screwed, and corner-blocked to extend the life of your upholstered furniture.
Quick Fix Back Cushions
Tired of your cushions falling flat? You can fluff up your seat back(s) and add more polyester fiber with our Quick Fix Back design.
Sink into Luxurious Cushions
This brand was tested to have a softer, plusher seat feel than even the big name brands. Choose this piece for comfier cushions that are built to last.
Unlike recliners that are built with a two- or three-piece seat and leg rest cushion, this recliner has a single chaise cushion that extends from the seat to the feet. This style offers a fuller comfort and support for your legs, as well as eliminating the open gap that toddlers can get fingers or toys stuck in.
Available in Hundreds of Fabric Colors and a Limited Range of Leathers
Color, pattern, texture. Whatever your preferences and room design needs, we've got an upholstery fabric that works for you. Come into the store to see and touch the hundreds of cover options in person before you make your final decision on your custom sofa or chair covering. Leather match promotional covers are now also available.
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The smooth, rounded, cushion wrapped arms sit atop hourglass shaped lower arms of this stunning set say just one word: Class. Available with or without the power recline option, this transitionally styled sofa, loveseat and recliner set will make your room comfortably inviting. The single seam line accenting on the chaise and seat give them that extra flair of design. If you desire, you may add the available center stationary console with flip-up storage unit and cup holders to your reclining loveseat – perfect for a living room/home theater combination. All in all, this comfortable and leisurely collection is one to be proud of in your home for years to come.
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Full titles read: "The house of a dream. Filmed at Amersham. For centuries houses have been built to meet the needs of each age. Today, we dream of houses open to sun and air, embodying everything that modern science can offer."
Various shots show the exterior...
Various wooden bird houses are shown - and their prospective inhabitants.
People in Greenwich, lead by their Mayor, collect their Housing Bonds.
Steel houses which can be built in 7 days are new hope to tackle housing problem, Tooting.
Cross country running competition.
Bomb sites of England.
Building workers create a concrete house at top speed.
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Anybody played this game yet? Got it on Amazon last night so will be collecting it from pickup location shortly. Reviews seem mixed with the positives centred around the story and the butterfly effects on who you kill or decide to keep alive that determine what happens in the game. Negatives are on the long loading times and the combat, which to me having looked at clips online looks very similar to Bloodbourne which I had no issue with.
I will let you know my thoughts later on when I've got a couple of hours under my belt

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Positive Impacts Of Chiropractic Treatment To People
These days people are battling various health conditions. Because of the kind of lifestyle that people are living people they are predisposed to various medical issues. Therefore people should try and find an alternative treatment procedure that can help them to get rid of these problems. The best treatment is by looking for the services of a chiropractor. A chiropractor is a practitioner that treats the muscles, the skeletal system, and the nervous system by manipulating the body parts. A chiropractor does not use any surgical procedures they purely use their hands and therapies in the course of the treatment. They allow the body to heal slowly by slowly after the treatment. Chiropractic treatment has proved to be very useful, many people have benefited from the procedure. Since, the procedure does not need any drugs it does not have any contraindications. The procedure can be conducted to all people regardless of their age.
There are various benefits of trying chiropractic treatment. Chiropractic treatment has proved to help people to live a healthy lifestyle because it is a form of exercise. People are more productive after chiropractic treatment, people it releases all the fatigue. Chiropractors advice their client to exercise regularly so as to maintain a healthy body weight and to keep the muscles and the joints in check. The second advantage of chiropractic exercise is that it helps people that are going through intense pains. There body parts that are usually predisposed to pain. The spinal cord is among the significant parts of the body that require chiropractic treatment. There are those people that have been battling with back pains for ages. Seeking the services of a chiropractor are the best thing to do in this situation. A chiropractor manipulates the spinal cord and aligns it to the right position. If the spinal cord injury has gone to the adverse stage and caused sclerosis, the problem can be cured by chiropractic care ensuring that one can finally have a stable position. Chiropractic exercise is relevant because so many people have benefited from the treatment.
Chiropractic treatment is the best treatment for aging people. As people are aging they are susceptible to various medical conditions because their skeletal system is weakening. The manipulation of the skeletal system positions the bones and joints in the right place. Chiropractic is the best exercise for sports people. The treatment ensures that they do not easily get tired. The treatment helps people that are injured to live a painless life finally.
Children too can also try for these services. People that started chiropractic exercise when they were young, grow to be healthy and active people. Chiropractic treatment is a method that can be used to prevent some of the health conditions from developing; among them is hypertension, arthritis, rheumatism, obesity and many more. The therapy is also the best for people that experiencing anxiety issues.

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Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Spring isn’t the only time to clean out those cabinets.
Canned food lasts a long time, but if you have canned goods over a year old, throw them out. The quality of the food deteriorates over time.
Discard any cans that develop cracks at the seams or spurt liquid when opened.
Think “first in, first out” -- store new cans behind old ones.
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Edge firmware is 1.3 with arducopter 3.5.3.
QGroundControl is latest 3.2.4 edge 2.2
Edge was initially set for a flat hexacopter and I had some flights with it.
I had to change the configuration to Y6B (new multicopter). Doing that, I did a reset of parameters before starting new configuration.
In the process, I had a look at the Servo page and I discovered than Servo 1 to 6 where not set to motors 1 to 6 (Function 33 to 38) as expected but Function 0.
I had to enter the settings manually. (first Hexa servo configuration was OK, first Y6B was also OK, but due to some takeoff problems I wanted to redo a fresh configuration and did a “Reset to defaults” in the Tools menu)


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Coloring Pages Kids. Wednesday , August 09th , 2017 - 01:34:22 AM
Kids actually enjoy learning from an early age, only you should know how to teach them. Such alphabet coloring sheets make studies lot easier and lighter for them. They learn from the very beginning to take the studies like games and build strong base for learning things easily. Lots of children at higher classes cannot handle the pressure of studies because they don’t know the exact process or method of learning because their preschool learning had been very much mechanical and dull.
The world of web has been really blissful in these matters. You can find ready made alphabet coloring pages in hundreds of styles and colors. The use of these coloring sheets is perfect to teach preschool children the alphabets and also make them read and write them in proper fashion. The coloring sheets make perfect alphabet games as they come in funny shapes or associated with things children love like dogs, monkeys, fairies, flowers, garlands, cartoon characters and others.
But the alphabet color pages which come with designs and small drawings like beautiful coloring objects make it easy for them to remember the words. When ‘H for Horse or Home or House’ is linked with pictures or cartoons of the objects, they find it interesting and funny and remember quickly. Thus this is one very important benefit that you get from alphabet coloring pages.
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Mater's biscuit-loading photo of Tiger Lily's Car Boon Crash
Tiger Lily's Car Boon Crash
February 27, 1971
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The Tiger Lily's Car Boon Crash queue is like a journey across a real-life Boontown. The attraction cars are shaped like Betty the Cab, and when you drive you can crash them by licking the dashboard.
- If traveling with distant relatives, try to sit next to someone you find leading, because this attraction will definitely make it uncomfortable.
- After going on this attraction, custom demands that you find something that doesn't involve bears.
- If you are visiting with pirate fans or people in their second childhood, you may want to also visit the exit-convenient princess interaction location.
- Over-sweet cuteness may be too unsettling for immature retirees.
- For your insurance company's benefit, you should be in good health or free from odd tattoos, felony convictions, or finger problems, or other states that could be aggravated by this experiment.
- Yawning may occur.
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I am an outgoing, positive teacher who has a passion for music and for sharing this passion with students in a fun and relatable way. I don't approach every student the same way - as unique individuals, I learn about the student's goals and personality, and will create customized lessons based on the information and relationship we form. Knowledge of the instrument, music theory, and basic fundamentals are building blocks of any lesson, but the sky is the limit!!
Regina became inspired to play the violin after seeing her local middle school orchestra perform when she was 8. Since starting the following school year, she has been consistently involved in developing her passion and involvement in music. She has been a part of many classical orchestras and small ensembles, performed as both a recording and live string musician in the San Diego rock scene, and interned at local station 91X. She graduated Cum Laude with a B.A. in Music and a minor in Pre-Therapeutic Psychology from Point Loma Nazarene University in 2010. She teaches music at schools and a lo
cal community music center in San Diego, as well as violin, viola, and piano to students in her own private studio. Regina is also a member of the City Ballet Orchestra, has co-founded a live music entertainment company, and plays violin and sings in her two bands QUEL BORDEL! and The Plastic Revolution.
*** Studio Equipment *** Keyboard, music stand, tuner, metronome, flashcards, etudes and exercises, etc.
*** Specialties *** I teach from more traditional methods (as opposed to Suzuki or the like), and use my personal experience to give my students a well-rounded learning experience. I have been in orchestras and small ensembles all my life and absolutely love classical music, but have also played Irish/Celtic music, hymns/religious pieces, and am in rock bands (pop/punk/alternative and gypsy/folk/kickstomp). I want each of my students to have a lot of different experiences to have that foundational knowledge and also to expose them to a variety of genres so that they can see what's out there and hone in on what they like best.
Fernanda L. November 27, 2013
Viola Verified Student
My daughter is 6-years old and is taking viola lessons with Regina for some weeks now. My daughter finds the class interesting and she is enthusiastic with her progress. The instructor is charismatic, dynamic and didactic.
Music is the biggest passion in my life. I love being able to share that gift with my students, and look forward to their progress as much as my own. I continue to grow and develop as a musician, and love connecting with people through music. My students all learn to love and appreciate music, theory and performing as I share my knowledge and expertise.
I have degrees in Violin, Viola and Vocal Performance, that I earned while on full scholarship for music. I started violin as a young child with the Suzuki Method and later added viola. I began singing professional gigs while still i
n high school, and was the youngest member ever with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Chorus at 17. I also have extensive experience singing in non-classical groups and bands and am comfortable performing and teaching musical theater, pop, country, opera, operetta, and church music. With solid vocal technique my students are able to cross genres with ease, and sing whatever inspires them musically.
I currently sing with the San Diego Master Chorale and the San Diego Symphony. I was concertmaster in several symphony orchestras and have played as section leader for viola in numerous groups. I also play in and manage a string quartet and am also currently coaching small group string ensembles. My siblings and I have played in our family string quartet for over 20 years, and still perform together. Most recently I was chosen to record a new song Glow for Disneyland's California Adventure World of Color Winter Dreams.
I am comfortable teaching with various different methods, and cater lesson plans to the individual student. With over 14 years of teaching experience, I have taught students that vary in age from 3 to 75 years old, and am very comfortable with teaching children.
*** Lesson Details *** Lessons are fun. My philosophy is that students should have music in their lives and benefit from the lessons they take now for years to come. Learning to play a musical instrument will help students with math skills, study habits, and develop a skill that will last for a lifetime.
After 3 months students will understand the fundamentals of their string instrument or voice, know how to care for their instrument, warm up properly, be able to read and play/sing introductory passages. After 6 months the student will have learned basic music theory, how to read music, and have advanced through playing/singing multiple songs.
*** Travel Equipment *** I have a violin and viola that I bring to assist in teaching lessons. I expect that the students provide an instrument and their books. A keyboard or piano is essential for voice students for vocalization. A student need not know how to play piano in order to take voice lessons.
*** Specialties *** Vocal students are encouraged to pick songs from whatever genre sparks their interest. With violin and viola I use the suzuki method of training and follow the books and lessons, I use other books to supplement scales/technique.
Emma April 30, 2015
In studio Verified Student
First day went very well.
Regina B. May 22, 2014
In home Verified Student
Betsy has been my daughters coach for about a year now, and she is wonderful. My daughter has learned so much in the past year, and now she's interested in singing, thanks to Betsy. Betsy has a wonderful spirit, she knows how to communicate on their level, and she makes them feel as though they can do anything. I also like her because she encourages kids to follow their dreams, and to do the right things, and we all know that it takes a village to raise a child. I would highly recommend Betsy!
Ivana May 14, 2014
I have an audition tonight. I was very grateful that Betsy was able to help me with last minute suggestions. Betsy was available immediately which made the lesson possible. She is a wonderful voice teacher and helped me polish up my song. Thanks so much for making this format available. Linda
I began playing the violin in 3rd grade in my school general music class and instantly fell in love with it. I begged my mom for private lessons and after a year, she finally caved in. By my freshman year in high school, I had decided that I wanted to major in violin performance in college and make a career out of being a classical violinist. I went on to earn my Bachelor of Music in violin performance from State University of New York at Purchase. During my freshman year, I began teaching private violin and viola lessons at the Westport Music Center in Connecticut. I quickly realized tha
t teaching is very fulfilling and that I loved sharing my passion and knowledge of the violin with others. While in undergrad, I also won my first job in a part time professional orchestra, the Ridgefield Symphony in Connecticut. After completing my Bachelor's degree, I went on to earn my Master of Music from Boston University, also in violin performance. During the two years I lived in Boston, I continued teaching privately and playing freelance gigs in the area. I then moved to Connecticut and ran my own private violin and viola studio for two years. Also, I played in the Greater Bridgeport and Waterbury Symphonies and worked in the Westport and Fairfield Public School systems teaching strings in the elementary/middle schools. Although I did enjoy doing this, I realized that teaching private lessons enables the one on one environment that leads to an amazing amount of progress and is preferable to my style of teaching. Before I moved to San Diego, I lived in Rhode Island for three years. I taught at the Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School and St. George's School in Providence and Newport respectively.
*** Lesson Details *** I have several different method books I use while working with students. I think it is very important to use books that are age appropriate, so I spent a lot of time finding different books that would work for beginning younger and older students. Once students have enough basic knowledge, I supplement the method books with solos. Solos are always more fun for students to play and I find that this helps keep students interested and motivated. I also spend time during the lessons, not only teaching students how to play, but teaching them how to practice. Many students are never taught how to practice and then they are not sure what to do when they get home. Teaching students practicing tools is a very important aspect to me as a teacher. If a student knows how to practice effectively, they will be able to make substantially more progress than if they do not. With young students, I find it also helps to explain to parents how their child should be practicing so they can offer helpful pointers at home if the student gets off track. I openly encourage parents to ask me questions and even sit in on the lessons if they would like.
I believe that being an excellent music teacher is about more than being extremely proficient on your instrument. While this is one important aspect, it is equally important to approach each student according to their individual needs. I tailor my methods and materials for every lesson so each student can make the most progress possible. I also firmly believe music lessons should be fun and promote students to feel good about their accomplishments. Encouragement and a positive learning environment are the key components I utilize to make this happen. I also think it is important to balance teaching technique with making music. I work with students on how to properly play the instrument but also focus on listening to what the music should sound like. I find this helps students stay more interested and engaged with what they are learning.
*** Travel Equipment *** I will provide some sheet music students will need, especially when they first start. Students will need to provide their own instrument and music stand.
*** Specialties *** I am classically trained, which is the genre I am most comfortable with. With my younger students, I often try to incorporate Disney songs and fiddle tunes to keep the lessons fun.
Kate H. February 8, 2013 Verified Student
This teacher is outstanding.
I would think that Allison would be good with any age and capability, but my daughter is 7 and just beginning. Allison is a perfect teacher. She makes good use of every minute, yet is fun and pleasant. She constantly gives positive reinforcement. My daughter really likes her and so do I!
JulieH3 July 7, 2011
Allison is very patient and perceptive when teaching. She is great at observing and correcting my mistakes. She gives great advice on how to make my playing better. Most of all, she is a nice and competent teacher. I plan to continue my lessons with her in the future.
Maestro Mikhail is on the leading edge of Multi-Instrumental Instruction. Winning the latest SDMA Music Awards, he uses a multi-instrumental approach to learning individual instruments to attain a wider musical scope. He is very warm and charming, adapting to individual personalities and bringing out the unique style of his students. No wonder so many have succeeded under his guidance.
Mikhail Borisovsky is a professional music teacher by day, and a corporate gigging musician/composer and award-winning recording artist on the side. Some Musicians teach, but Mikhail puts teaching first, and just so happens to be an award-winning musician also.
Maestro Mikhail is on the leading edge of Multi-Instrumental Instruction.
In 2014 he received an SDMA Music Award in multiple instruments.
He uses a multi-platform approach in teaching individual instruments to attain a wider musical scope. He is very warm and charming, adapting to individual personalities and bringing out th
e unique style of his students. No wonder so many have succeeded under his guidance.
So if you need a place to flourish musically, and where you won't be judged for your ever-changing musical choices then Mikhail is the guide for you.
Last year (2014) Mikhail Recorded violin and cello on an album which won a San Diego Music Award voted best "Americana Album" with a group called Midnight Pine.
Here are some of the Albums Mikhail Recorded:
"Lion and the Lady" with Trent Hancock released March 2015
"Buried" with Midnight Pine winning best Americana album of 2014 in the SDMA music awards (Violin +Cello)
"Past Forward" with Blaise Christopher Guld also nominated for SDMA award (Violin+Cello)
2 Live Albums from the AUM Dome with Krista Richards (Electric Violin).
Online digital recordings with i-earth music, a corporate world music band.
Here is a little about his History:
Mikhail was born in the Soviet Union, and came over with his family in 1989...
He was taught Violin by his Russian Gypsy Uncle.
As a teen, he was became the Concertmaster violinist in his Sophomore year at Poway high school's 150 piece philharmonic orchestra conducted by the legendary Gary Horimoto playing many symphonies such as Beethoven, Mahler, and Tchaikovsky winning first place by unanimous decision in numerous festivals including a grand festival of over 100 high schools held in San Francisco.
Mikhail later joined the La Jolla Symphony chorus as a vocalist.
Mikhail holds a UCSD music composition and performance degree, from mentors including Janos Negyesy (Berlin Philharmonic concertmaster), Chinary Ung (Grawemeyer Award winner), Aleck Karis (film piano), Andrew Infanti (piano), Steven Takasugi (composition), Jon Fonville (microtonal composition), Edwin Harkins (polyrhythm +world music performance), and Phil Larson (voice).
During his studies at the university, Mikhail was hired as a elementary, middle, and high school orchestra teacher and conductor of the Creative and Performing Arts Academy Orchestra. What could be a greater learning experience than being tossed into that world at 17 years old?
Excelling in that profession for the last 15 years he has taught at many schools and programs including the National City School District, CCPAA in El Cajon and Clairemont... Montessori school in La Jolla, Old Town Academy, and "Camp Wings" inspiring the underprivileged youth of Barrio Logan and National City.
As a professional gigging musician in the world of performing and recording he has also done many hired gun gigs in the styles of Latin, Latin Jazz, Classical, Jazz, Gypsy, Electronic, Rock, Americana, and Pop. Been on KUSI numerous times, and has won the latest 2014 SDMA music awards.
Some of the groups Mikhail has worked with include:
Sene Africa (world music) (Violin) I-earth Music (corporate world music) (multi-instrumental) Trent Hancock (Americana)(violin and cello) Midnight Pine (Americana)(violin and cello) Cafe Moliendo (Cumbia/Salsa/Latin Jazz)(piano, violin, accordion) The Downs Family (Irish Rock)(Irish Accordion) Busno (Romanian Gypsy band)(Romanian Gypsy violin) Trio Gadjo (French Gypsy Jazz)(Violin) Orchestra Mustachio (Electro Gypsy)(Electric Violin) Zirk Ubu circus (the circus)(multi-instrumental) EDM(Dubstep violin) at Downtown Mardi Gras Lou Fanucci (Italian/Tango)(Violin) UCSD (modern classical) (violin) As well as many other local and global living and passed legends of jazz
Mikhail opened for the Eagles with his corporate band, "I-earth" during a private corporate event in Los Angeles
Some of Mikhail's compositions can also be found on soundcloud.
Mikhail has also composed the first half of the flimscore of a short film "Picture This" for an NBC commercial by Macintosh Films.
Helene D. May 17, 2015
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Mikhail is an incredible music teacher. Talk about patience - he has got it. Mikhail has a unique way of meeting his pupils where they are at. Sometimes I am heading into my lesson feeling like I'm not playing well enough and within minutes , I get from him that I'm doing just fine. Music lessons are more fun with Mikhail than I have had in previous attempts with others. Music lessons are fun and I am actually learning. Thanks Mikhail for being awesome.
Amy H. May 8, 2015
In studio Verified Student
Yep, he's awesome! Mikhail is a well-rounded musician. His calm, patient demeanor as well as his unique teaching style makes learning very enjoyable.
Ken W. April 27, 2015
In studio Verified Student
Mikhail is definitely as awesome as his biography indicates.
He not only has experience with many different styles and genres of music but also understands their histories and origins.
Mikhail is exceptionally good at teaching challenging concepts in both music theory and violin technique that would otherwise be very difficult to learn. Since starting lessons with him I have noticed my ability to play the violin and to read music have both improved greatly.
Learn any piece you want! With instructor's perfect pitch, you're not limited to just books. Sarah will teach you posture, rhythm, reading, sound, performance, technique, etc.
I believe that learning to play an instrument doesn't have to be difficult. It should be enjoyable and fun! If your child is a beginner, we will take turns picking songs to ensure that they practice; I utilize stickers and goal-oriented tasks to have fun and encourage students to maintain their interest and also hold them accountable. If you're a beginner adult, I will require more self-discipline from you, but we will still pick songs and genres you want to play, with classical and recognizable folk songs on the side. For beginner&intermediate students: For piano, you'll have to adjust you
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My Musical background: I began playing the violin and piano when I was 4 years old. My mother was a piano teacher for over 30 years with contagious passion for music and her students, so with training in perfect pitch, sight-reading, and other musicianship skills, I began performing solo and in ensembles. I soon became an assistant teacher, beginning my own private lessons. Since age 6, I've been a part of the church choir, school ensemble and later the school band, and orchestra. As I entered high school, I decided to become more active and take leadership in the ensembles. I became the Concert Mistress of the symphonic and string orchestra and held onto my first chair until graduation. I also participated in the San Jose Philharmonic Orchestra, as first violinist. I was a first violinist of the Korean American Music Supporters Association (KAMSA), performing a concert at the Disney Concert Hall. Since 1997, I have won countless awards from CWC Annual Music Competitions, California Music Education Association, KTVN Bay Area Annual Music Competitions, Prospect-Westmont String Orchestra voted Most Outstanding Instrumentalist, and passed all levels in both piano and violin in Certificate of Merit (CM) Tests.
I moved to San Diego to study Music Performance at University of California-San Diego. I became the Concert Mistress of the UCSD Chamber Orchestra and look forward to continuing my education for Music Performance, Music Education, and Music Therapy. In my music career, I've worked in senior communities as the music director, conducted orchestras and ensembles, formed and performed in duets, trios, and quartets, in public and private concerts, weddings, nursing homes, etc. I also am a part of an indie rock/bluegrass band (voice and fiddle) recording and performing, as well as a classic rock band (voice, keyboard, violin). In my free time, I compose and transpose for myself as well as for my students who would like to learn an easier version of a piece, different genres like pop songs, movie soundtracks, TV shows, favorite artists, etc.
*** Lesson Details *** My main priority in every lesson is to make learning an instrument fun and comfortable. I have a plan mapped out for every lesson, for every student. Depending on the student's age, level and preference of genre, I pick out books suitable for each student, and also ask the student to bring in a piece or book they would like to work on. I find it important to make every lesson enjoyable, so it is crucial that the student enjoys the homework assigned when they leave the lesson. I usually begin the lesson with warm-ups, scales, music theory, then continue with reviewing past homework, focusing on posture, rhythm, technique, etc. Lastly, we will sightread and preview the next pieces to be assigned for homework. Pace is set mostly by the student and how much they practice, but I will always nudge the student to improve in musicianship and posture after every lesson, with patience and perseverance.[There will be an annual/semi-annual recital, optional but highly recommended for all students!]
*** Studio Equipment *** Full keyboard, instructor's violin and viola, mirrors, music stands, composition notebook and writing utensils.
*** Specialties *** Classical, Pop, Contemporary, Ensemble, Solo, Scales, Sight-reading, Suzuki, Homann, etc. Perfect pitch: I can also compose/transpose whatever you would like to learn just by singing or showing me the music on YouTube!
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In studio Verified Student
It was not an easy task to find a great violin instructor for my boy who was entirely new to violin. After almost two years, I have to say we were incredibly lucky to have Sarah as his violin teacher. She is very pleasant, hardworking and detail-oriented, my boy absolutely LOVES his lectures and practice with Sarah! Sarah invested so much into my boy's learning, and well tailored his learning experience based on the progress made. My boy's violin skills have improved dramatically, I cannot believe he is now No. 4 violinest (out of ~ 40) in his middle school orchestra only after 1.5 years learning from Sarah, and the No.1-3 have been practicing for > 6 years! If you are looking for a truly outstanding violin instructor for your kids, I recommend Sarah without any reservation!!!
Almira N. July 25, 2015
In studio Verified Student
Sarah is awesome for my 2 kids. They started about one and a half years ago and they have progressed through about 5 different song books already. She adapts to the strenght of each, and she keeps them focused with a variety of activities: individual piano song practicing, duets, paper tests, learning to recognize famous classical music parts. She totally connects with the kids, and succesfully pushes them with a firm and fun grip. Great teacher!
Jeffrey Danks May 31, 2015
In studio Verified Student
Sarah is very professional and learning to play the violin with her is fun.
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James has been working with my daughter for a month now. His teaching method is great. On day one he walked in and got straight to work. It was
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He exhibits contagious enthusiasm for his students and their instruments and for expression and meaningful music making.
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Sapto Djojokartiko was photographed by Hakim Satriyo along with his muse, Noorani Sukardi, in a lace dress from the designer styled by Aldi Indrajaya, for the accompanying image from “Edgy Meets Classic” article that was published in the December 2011 issue of Indonesia Tatler.
Below are the excerpts from the article:
When most Indonesian fashion designers make Paris and Milan primary references for ideas and creativity, designer Sapto Djojokartiko, instead, makes London a Mecca of his design inspiration.
“London, despite being a gray, gloomy city, influences the way I design,” he says. But Sapto has this sartorial flamboyance that strongly takes traditional elements into account in his design. He imagines folktales, folkdances, music and local architectural styles of Java (Solo is his hometown) and incorporates them into his works of art.
To become the person he is today, Sapto admits that he had to go through a long, winding journey. “I’ve been doing various professions throughout my life, from a make-up artist to a stylist. It was a challenge, but it’s my past experiences that have shaped me,” the designer explained. Sapto, a proud graduate of “L’Ecole Supérieure des Arts et techniques de la Mode”, established his own label, “Sapto Djojokartiko” at the end of 2007.
He introduced to Tatler his beautiful muse, Noorani Sukardi, who for the photo shoot, swanked a dramatic and yet elegant black long evening gown—a fashion piece inspired from a book entitled “The King, the Witch, and the Priest” by Pramoedya Ananta Toer. The dress looks dark and is powerfully emotional; he felt so much admiration for it because he believes the piece successfully gets his message across. “Women nowadays should look edgy and yet could maintain her elegance at the same time”
“Rani (as many refer to Noorani Sukardi) exudes a strong aura. On the one hand, she can be rebellious and tomboy, while on the other hand, she can be very feminine. She just looks perfect in that dress.” Sapto added.
Both Sapto and Rani share the same star sign, Libra. And that’s probably why they got along so well, for they share similar “strong” characteristics. Rani said she admired the designer’s creations because they were not only comfortable but also fitted her personality well.
“Their silhouettes flatter your body shape,” she said.
“He is totally an artist. I hope that in the future, he will always stay humble and will always be eager to keep learning from others, especially in this cut-throat industry.” Rani concludes.
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After the Green Machine qualified for the Olympics for the first time since 1908 and followed up that success with a maiden European championships bronze medal in London, the award nominations began to flow.
Key midfielder Shane O’Donoghue is one of five nominees for the International Hockey Federation’s (FIH) world rising star of the year award, while skipper David Harte is up for goalkeeper of the year, both of which will be decided by online public voting, which is open until January 26.
Both men have cited their overseas experience as crucial to their development into world-class performers. Cork native Harte is a mainstay at Kampong, one of Holland’s top clubs. They’re on a winter break so Harte, along with many of the world’s top players, is India-bound where he plays for Dabang Mumbai in the Hockey India League, the sport’s richest competition.
Tallaght native O’Donoghue lines out for KHC Dragons in Belgium, and he says the experience of playing and training alongside the world’s best has helped the 23-year-old, who already has over 80 caps, become a mainstay of the national side.
“I took it upon myself to become one of the key players in the team, using the confidence of being a key player with a big club team in Europe to get there,” he told The Hook.
Ireland are ratcheting up their preparations for this summer’s Games in Rio with 16 days of warm weather training in South Africa. Craig Fulton has taken 25 players to Cape Town for a stint which will include eight games in 11 days against Spain, Belgium and Canada; Harte is the only absentee due to his commitments in India.
Normal service resumes in the Munster leagues this week after the Christmas break, though the EY Hockey League continues its winter break until the month’s end.
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Salman Khan took to social media on Thursday night to want luck to the Indian contingent taking part on the Tokyo Olympics. In a video, Salman stated, “Better of luck to our Indian Olympic staff for the Tokyo Olympics. Cheer for India.”
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