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The 10 best albums of 2013. Plus, the year’s 3 worst.
Kacey or Kanye? Chris Richards picks his 10 best albums of 2013.
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Intensely personal ‘Transgender Dysphoria Blues’
Laura Jean Grace leads punk band Against Me through a lacerating, powerful album.
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Claudio Abbado, famed Italian conductor, dies at 80
He led several of the most storied orchestras of Europe into a new era with his embrace of modern music.
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‘La Vie en Rose’: A beautiful stage blend of ballet and song
Performers of Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel works are inventively woven into the fabric of Gala Theatre production.
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For Opera Lafayette, sequel doesn’t live up to the original
Stylized dialogue, dull music stifle Philidor’s ‘Les femmes vengées,’ part of a double bill with Mozart’s ‘Cosi.’
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Concert review: Fairfax Symphony Orchestra
An alluring choice of repertoire helps the regional orchestra distinguish itself from the crowd.
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Did Drake just change the arc of his career on ‘SNL’?
The brooding rap star was good during his highest-profile foray into comedy. Maybe too good.
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With BSO, Jeremy Denk plays Mozart with impish charm
Pianist Jeremy Denk offered a scintillating account of a Mozart concerto at Strathmore.
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Jay Z’s humanizing and hit-packed night at Verizon Center
Even Jay Z himself seemed to relish his throwbacks to earlier hits more than his new material.
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The latest in country music publicity: Get murdered on prime-time television
Charlie Worsham talks about kicking the bucket for ‘Bones’
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Travis Jackson -- founder of Windian Records and drummer of the Points -- has died
The 34-year-old was one of the most recognizable faces in D.C.’s rock scene.
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Prince George’s and Southern Maryland Going Out Guide
A listing of events in Prince George’s County and Southern Maryland for Jan. 16-22, 2014.
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D.C.’s embattled go-go scene is getting organized
Activist Ron Moten is fighting for the preservation of the city’s music.
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Minnesota Orchestra ends lockout, returns to work
After 15 months, the orchestra and its players agree on a contract that includes a pay cut.
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Debunking the Rick Rubin myth
How did one of today’s most legendary record producers get a reputation for infallibility?
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A short history of Justin Bieber’s year of troublemaking
This whole egging controversy marks the 12th “scandal” the Biebs has suffered in the past year alone.
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Wale documentary to air on Revolt
A new TV special follows the D.C. rap star as he connects with his Nigerian roots.
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See Outkast this summer? Head to Delaware.
The duo will headline Dover’s Firefly Music Festival in June.
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What you should be listening to: Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks; Sicko Mobb; Seixlack
A weekly selection of recommended recordings.
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Nightlife Agenda: Hip-hop heroes, tailgating and partying until 4 a.m.
It’s a long weekend, so you can stay out late and party with Talib Kweli, DJ Maseo and local go-go bands,
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Classical music comes to your own back yard
Seeking to reach out in their community, two D.C. organizations put their twists on a national trend.
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The frustrations of retro R&B
New albums by Sharon Jones and John Newman show the limitations of technically appealing music.
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Violinist Pinchas Zukerman with the Royal Philharmonic
Zukerman remains a marvel of understated virtuosity.
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Review: The Raphael Trio at the Phillips Collection
The Raphael Trio is approaching the 40th anniversary of its founding and, perhaps surprisingly, is still at it.
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David Greilsammer’s adventurous Terrace Theater recital
The pianist sacrifices some control and finesse in an ambitious program of Scarlatti and Cage sonatas.
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‘Kafka-Fragments’: High art in a story untold
Mezzo-soprano Megan Ihnen and violinist Martha Morrison Muehleisen excel in Kurtag’s “Kafka-Fragments.”
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Opera Lafayette repeats the history we’ve forgotten
One of the company’s specialties is finding connections between well-known works and unknown ones.
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Amanda Shires offers a steely calm through sad songs
Even a fight that broke out during her set at Gypsy Sally’s didn’t seem to faze the alt-country fiddler.
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Prince George’s and Southern Maryland Going Out Guide
A listing of events in Prince George’s County and Southern Maryland for Jan. 9-15, 2014.
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Soprano Ana María Martínez excels with lighter songs
At the Kennedy Center, the Mozart arias were most suited to her pleasing, compact, flexible lyric voice.
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Bruce Springsteen pieces together a winner
“High Hopes” is an odds-and-ends collection that feels like a unified album.
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Nightlife Agenda: A week of retro DJs, post-punk and go-go
SpeakEasyDC’s top storytellers take over the 9:30 Club, two popular ‘90s DJs team up at Flash, and a promising go-go band reunites.
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Intimate concert from Kuusisto and Muhly
The violinist and composer-pianist brought spontaneity to their concert at the Phillips Collection.
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Beyonce gives her legion of haters another reason to be outraged
Is the singer purposefully blocking out Jesus in a recent Instagram photo? Or are her haters really reaching on this one?
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Pianist Alexander Paley takes on Stravinsky, Rachmaninoff
The Moldovan pianist performed Saturday at Westmoreland Congregational Church in Bethesda.
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National Philharmonic captures spirit of a sunny Mozart
Piotr Gajewski and his National Philharmonic brought a light touch to Strathmore on Saturday.
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Appreciation: Phil Everly, half of an unforgettable duo
The Everly Brothers’ ethereal harmonies paved the way for the Beatles, the Byrds and others.
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Marta Eggerth’s stories and songs
The soprano, who died Dec. 26 at 101, will be remembered for her clean sound — and her dirty jokes.
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BSO welcomes new year with promise and joy
Guest conductor Andrew Grams drew a finely detailed performance of Viennese waltzes from the orchestra.
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Amanda Shires: Making us believe
The singer-songwriter’s new album, “Down Fell the Doves,” resembles a twisted fairy tale for adults.
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Mother Falcon is a rare bird
The orchestral indie band channels an energy that’s more suitable for a rock club than for a chamber hall.
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Last Stand Quartet and an evening of Shakespeare
Actor Andre Braugher’s readings of the Bard are spellbinding, but the music doesn’t always blend in.
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The Pizza Underground at the Black Cat
It’s your only chance to see a former child star sing about pizza to the tune of Velvet Underground.
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Six overlooked albums from 2013
From the demented pop of Pretty and Nice to the mutated jazz of Dawn of Midi, some of the best albums of the year that you probably didn’t hear
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Nightlife Agenda: Elvis Fight Club, ‘80s alt-rock and college football
Celebrate Elvis’ birthday at a bizarre burlesque fight club, cheer on your favorite college football team or dance to retro tunes.
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Beyoncé criticized for sampling audio from Challenger disaster on her new album
Snippet of audio from 1986 space shuttle explosion appears on her new song “XO,” which the singer says “was recorded with the sincerest intention to help heal those who have lost loved ones“
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Who’s apologizing for race-related insensitivity now? Ani DiFranco and Questlove.
Two musicians come under fire -- and apologize -- for race-related issues
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‘Salute to Vienna’ a fine farewell to 2013
Strauss Symphony of America showcases delightful Austrian operettas and dances at Strathmore.
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Best CDs of 2013: a readers’ guide
Readers suggest some highlights of the cornucopia of 2013 classical CD releases.
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Yusef Lateef, influential jazz musician, dies at 93
Mr. Lateef, an NEA jazz master, was among the first to combine jazz and elements of ‘world music.’
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Nightlife Agenda: Holiday parties, happy hours and movie nights
Find your festive spirit over a glass of wine, Christmas-themed B movies or soul-stirring live music.
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Justin Bieber ends a bad year with a bad album
Everybody tries to be polite on “Complete My Journals,” but there’s no cover for his lack of good songs.
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Trio Galilei: Music to wounded veterans’ weary ears
Early-music ensemble draws loyal listeners in performances at Walter Reed hospital.
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Parker Quartet uses Stradivari treasures to splendid effect
The quartet used Antonio Stradivari’s masterful instruments, but it was their sound that really impressed.
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Try something new on New Year’s Eve
Check out the parties at some of 2013’s hottest new bars and restaurants.
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Review: Beyonce at Verizon Center
Mrs. Carter returned for her third D.C. engagement of 2013, with minimal acknowledgment of the week that was.
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A vote for Chic, but not for Deep Purple: A Rock and Roll Hall of Famer voter explains her ballot.
Music critic Maura Johnston on her five choices for this year’s inductees.
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Critic’s Notebook: Flying Lotus; La Mecanica Popular; Sevyn Streeter
Notable recordings from the world of pop music.
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KISS, Nirvana, Hall & Oates to join Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Nirvana, KISS, Linda Ronstadt, Peter Gabriel, Cat Stevens and Hall & Oates will be inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Nightlife Agenda: Holiday parties, holiday beers and a tribute to Nelson Mandela
Don’t miss a tribute to Nelson Mandela or the farewell party for Daylight.
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Belle of the Jingle Ball keeps twerking to a minimum
A series of pop acts give tamer and shorter versions of their standard shows to keep the kids wanting more.
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‘Christmas in Washington’: Lovely, with almost no surprises
Hugh Jackman hosted the annual feel-good show, though he did make a joke about the Santa “debate.”
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Ray Price, trend-setting country singer, dies at 87
His pioneering shuffle beat in the 1950s influenced honky-tonk artists, and he was a mentor to Willie Nelson.
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The sacred sounds of Nashboro in a 4-CD box set
Tompkins Square’s collection plots the trajectory of Southern vernacular music in the mid-20th century.
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Two opera groups turn to a young audience
Productions reflect differing goals of writers in relating the art to children.
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A holiday treat from Washington Master Chorale
The group offers “A Winter’s Night,” choosing a seasonal mix of music we hear less often.
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Lauryn Hill dazzles at 9:30 Club
On her first tour since a three-month prison stint, the singer-rapper returns to top form.
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An appropriately sparkly map of where people tweeted about the new Beyonc album
Users sent more than 1.2 million tweets in the 12 hours after she dropped her surprise album
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Review: Hermitage Piano Trio in Rockville
A trio of virtuosos who could become a major presence on the scene.
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Great album, Beyonce. Now please find your place in line behind Speedy Ortiz.
Her new album is the year’s 17th best.
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Lorde will play Echostage; tickets on sale Friday
The “Royals” singer hits the Northeast venue on March 7.
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WNO’s ‘The Lion, the Unicorn, and Me’ is holiday delight
The new opera by a musical theater composer, written with children in mind, has an adroit, polished sound.
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Joe Bihari, pioneering blues record producer, dies at 88
Joe Bihari, co-founder of Modern Records, and who discovered B.B. King, dies at 88.
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A cheerful ‘Christmas in New Spain’
REVIEW | The program, which opened Friday at the Folger Shakespeare Library, offered spirited music-making.
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Music review: A spellbinding evening with Benny Golson
The iconic saxophonist performed Saturday evening at Bohemian Caverns in the U Street corridor.
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Surprise! Beyoncé has a new album. And it’s great.
The world-conquering pop star gets freaky and funky on her fabulous new collection.
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A funny name but a smart sound
Diarrhea Planet never lets noise, attitude or juvenile humor upstage songcraft.
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The Woodshedders branch out on ‘Wildfire’
On its new album, the string band rarely sits still in one genre for long.
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Support for Franklin School as ‘Kuntshalle’ grows
Key players line up to support Franklin School as ‘Kunsthalle’ arts space.
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The DIVA Jazz Orchestra performs ‘What the World Needs Now is Love’
Drummer Sherrie Maricle and her DIVA Jazz Orchestra perform “What the World Needs Now is Love” at Tannery Pond Community Center.
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Opera for kids: What makes it childlike?
As WNO prepares to premiere a new work by Jeanine Tesori, some thoughts on children’s opera.
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Italian prog rock band Goblin is scaring up new fans
The longtime band known for its horror-movie scores is back together and touring the U.S. for the first time.
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Elizabeth Futral puts her vocal power on display
The distinguished American soprano performs as part of National Museum of Women in the Arts gala.
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Jim Hall, quiet master of the jazz guitar, dies at 83
Hailed as “the greatest living jazz guitarist,” Mr. Hall played with and influenced a galaxy of musical giants.
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Prince George’s community calendar, Dec. 12-18, 2013
Seasonal craft sales and concerts, films, children’s activities, book talks, gingerbread house contest and more.
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A firm Rutter: classical music at the KenCen
In naming Deborah Rutter, a classical music administrator, the Kennedy Center may be sending a signal.
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Borracho meets Port City
The local stoner-metal trio marks the release of its new album and a collaboration with Port City Brewing Company.
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Critic’s Notebook: Gorgeous Children; 7 Days of Funk; R. Kelly
Notable recordings from the world of pop music.
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‘Live at the Cellar Door,’ a window into D.C.’s musical past
Neil Young’s new live album, recorded in 1970, recalls a different era of D.C.’s music scene
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Energy and sensitivity from 22-year-old piano virtuoso
Behzod Abduraimov shows technical brilliance, power and grace at the Phillips Collection.
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December reviews: opera, concertmasters and Eschenbach
Local musical highlights have included “Magic Flute,” the pianist Ji, and a controversial NSO review.
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District Karaoke teams take the stage for citywide finals
Watch eight teams compete at Penn Social tonight.
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With “Saturday,” Rebecca Black has become YouTube’s most self-aware troll
What comes after “Friday“? Now we have the answer.
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Jonathan Carney and BSO strings delight at Strathmore
The concertmaster and violin soloist leads his Baltimore Symphony colleagues in Vivaldi and Piazzolla.
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Patina Miller charms a Kennedy Center audience
It was the Broadway star’s first concert, and it showed, but her strong singing saved the day.
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Billy Joel, Buddy Guy on the Kennedy Center Honors red carpet
Before Honors recipients Martina Arroyo, Billy Joel, Herbie Hancock, Shirley MacLaine and Carlos Santana were feted at the Kennedy Center, a stream of actors, journalists and past honorees walked the red carpet.
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Virginia Opera’s whimsical but faithful ‘Magic Flute’
Nadine Sierra, Matthew Plenk and David Pershall head a strong cast of singers.
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Stanley Cowell tops an engaging ‘Jazz Piano Christmas’
NPR’s Kennedy Center concert also features deft work by Sullivan Fortner, Michelle Rosewoman and Andy Bey.
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A$AP Ferg hides in the background at Howard Theatre
The stand-alone star with his own solo project let his large crew overwhelm him at the Dec. 5 show.
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CBS tries to drum up some noise for Grammys with nominations concert
Four things that jumped out about the telecast announcing the nominees for the Jan. 26 awards.
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At 73, Herbie Hancock is still searching for the next sound
The pianist, one of this year’s Kennedy Center Honors recipients, seeks new collaborators and ideas.
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