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Nostagic Notes

The connection between music and our memory. 1. If you take a moment to think about the song "Happy Birthday", it may bring you a memory of circling a table with your friends, eating cake, or blowing out candles when turning eight years old.  "I think of when I was...

Noise under the stage

The unique experience of pit musicians The alarm went off, scream ing its high-pitched blares. Elaine got dressed and walked out of her apartment, feeling the morning breeze. She took the empty subway to the studio, and set up her trumpet. At 4:30 in the morning, she...

Lorde captivates at the Armory

As "Here Comes the Sun" by the Beatles ended, the bright lights of The Armory clicked off. The crowd erupted in a roar, and there she was. Lorde. Without saying a word, she started off her setlist with the 2021 release "Leader of a New Regime". The peaceful song set...

What are Microtones

Tuning into any news broadcast, you will quickly be made aware that these are unprecedented times. Social unrest, geopolitical time bombs, and a worldwide pandemic make everyday feel just a little bit off. If you are looking for music to fit these uneasy times, music...
Music and Quarantine

Music and Quarantine

Creating, recording and listening to music over quarantine The silver stars of First Avenue were illuminated only by...

Rap Music and Women

Rap Music and Women

How does rap music shape our understanding of gender? BY DANY ROBINSON, GUEST WRITER One of the most popular genres of...

Individuals seek art

Individuals seek art

Depending on their emotions and mood, individuals may listen to certain music or gravitate towards characters based on...

Drew Cairns: Writing

"The Power of Music" - Drew Cairns Journey back with me through the past fifteen years. And while there may be...