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May 19, 2022

Veteran St. Paul soul singer PaviElle has been uplifting the community with her voice ever since she was a child. And now she is using her platform to give back to today’s youth. This Sunday, she will take the stage at Fitzgerald Theater alongside Walker West Music Academy’s string ensemble and her own 6-piece band.   Once a student at Walker West, PaviElle understands the impact of giving valuable experiences to children whose talents are often underrepresented in the community. Because of her experiences growing up around powerful community leaders, today PaviElle has gone on to earn several prestigious accolades and honors, including performing alongside national orchestras and winning both the Jerome and McKnight Fellowships.   PaviElle’s interview with Local Show host Diane uncovers her excitement, joy and passion for engaging with the community in bigger ways than ever before.  

Interview: PaviElle pays it forward to today's youth

Interview: PaviElle pays it forward to today's youth

Diane • May 19, 2022

Veteran St. Paul soul singer PaviElle has been uplifting the community with her voice ever since she was a child. And now she is using her platform to give back to today’s youth. This Sunday, she will take the stage at Fitzgerald Theater alongside Walker West Music Academy’s string ensemble and her own 6-piece band.   Once a student at Walker West, PaviElle understands the impact of giving valuable experiences to children whose talents are often underrepresented in the community. Because of her experiences growing up around powerful community leaders, today PaviElle has gone on to earn several prestigious accolades and honors, including performing alongside national orchestras and winning both the Jerome and McKnight Fellowships.   PaviElle’s interview with Local Show host Diane uncovers her excitement, joy and passion for engaging with the community in bigger ways than ever before.  

Vangelis, famed film composer and synth pioneer, dead at 79

Vangelis, famed film composer and synth pioneer, dead at 79

Andrew Limbong • May 19, 2022

Vangelis composed the music for Blade Runner and Chariots of Fire, which won him an Academy Award.

Lake Harriet Bandshell's 36-year-old roof getting much-needed repairs

Lake Harriet Bandshell's 36-year-old roof getting much-needed repairs

Luke Taylor • May 19, 2022

Concerts will continue at the Minneapolis outdoor music destination before the work is completed later this year.

Coffee Break: name songs

Coffee Break: name songs

Jill Riley and Luke Taylor • May 19, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that feature a name in the title?

The Chart Show: Beabadoobee, Belle and Sebastian, and Sharon Van Etten debut

The Chart Show: Beabadoobee, Belle and Sebastian, and Sharon Van Etten debut

May 19, 2022

A few new entries this week from Sharon Van Etten, Belle and Sebastian, and Beabadoobee – who will be performing at The Current’s Rock the Garden June 11th – at number 12 with her latest “Talk.”

LineCheck: What are NFTs, and how are musicians using them?

LineCheck: What are NFTs, and how are musicians using them?

Diane • May 18, 2022

Diane talks NFTS with Marketplace Business News Senior Editor Rick Karr and musicians Ness Nite and Allan Kingdom.

10 bluegrass and old-time artists thriving in modern Nashville

10 bluegrass and old-time artists thriving in modern Nashville

Craig Havighurst • May 18, 2022

Here are 10 area artists and songs to jump start your journey into Nashville's ongoing bluegrass and old-time artistry.

Coffee Break: environmentally friendly artists

Coffee Break: environmentally friendly artists

Jill Riley and Luke Taylor • May 18, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs by environmentally conscious artists do you want to hear?

Kendrick Lamar is ready to talk. Is he ready to listen?

Kendrick Lamar is ready to talk. Is he ready to listen?

Marcus J. Moore • May 18, 2022

The long-dormant, era-defining rapper makes one thing clear from the start of Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers: He's not the hero you're looking for.

Survey: How much do Minnesotans appreciate local music and arts?

Survey: How much do Minnesotans appreciate local music and arts?

May 17, 2022

APM Research Lab’s Minnesota Diverse Communities Survey reveals areas where the state’s arts amenities are thriving, and where there’s more work to do.

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