St. Olaf Christmas Festival Pop-Up Performance

December 13 is St Lucia's Day, a Christian tradition celebrated mostly in the Nordic countries. This annual tradition is a symbol of bringing light in the darkness of winter, warming the hearts, and offering joy. Happy St Lucia's Day! pic.twitter.com/FHUlEfcS2y

— Riku-Matti Kinnunen (@rmkinnunen) December 13, 2023

Happy Santa Lucia Day! Lucy is a symbol of light and hope in the darkness of winter. May we all find her when we need her, and bear her light and hope for others when we find we have some to spare. As is tradition, I made Lussekatter, or St. Lucia S-shaped rolls. ❤️🕯️❤️🕯️❤️ pic.twitter.com/3dfFrYefin

— Katie Carlson (@katiehc) December 13, 2023

"Savannah River Holiday" is a vibrant orchestral overture composed by Ron Nelson in 1952 (revised 1957), evoking the majestic Savannah River's dual nature. Lasting about nine minutes, it alternates between an energetic Allegro Vivace theme, bursting with rhythmic vitality and flourish, and a serene Adagio, offering somber, reflective lyricism. Originally titled "Savannah River Payday" after Erskine Caldwell's story, Nelson retitled it to sidestep copyright issues. This work exemplifies his "holiday" series, including Rocky Point Holiday and Aspen Jubilee, demanding technical prowess for advanced ensembles. Its bright colors and expansive melodies capture nature's power and tranquility.

The Texas Medical Center Orchestra (TMCO) is an independent, award-winning community orchestra founded in 2000 by conductor Libi Lebel, primarily composed of healthcare professionals like physicians, nurses, and medical students from Houston's Texas Medical Center. It operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and performs in venues such as Houston Methodist Hospital, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.

While its founder initially approached the dean of the University of Texas Medical School for support (such as free space and promotion) to launch the group, and it has occasional collaborations—like hosting events at Rice University or featuring soloists from the Shepherd School of Music at Rice—TMCO remains a standalone entity focused on the medical community.

Welcome to Guildhall

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It's Graduation day 🎓

Can't make it? Watch today's ceremonies on our livestream:

✨ Morning ceremony from 11.30am
✨ Afternoon ceremony from 4.30pmhttps://t.co/Z0AxGqd6dX #GuildhallGrad pic.twitter.com/WQrhJnEV6E

— Guildhall School of Music & Drama (@guildhallschool) November 1, 2024

https://youtu.be/DhdAWRM0tUA

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Berklee College of Music

Student photographer Fancong Yu captures life as a Berklee student. What's your favorite spot on the Boston campus? pic.twitter.com/dFxlOnxoRy

— Berklee College of Music (@BerkleeCollege) February 10, 2023

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🙌 Děkujeme všem za krásné zahájení nového akademického roku na Ostravské univerzitě! 🎉

Přivítání nových studujících a společné zahájení akademického roku, to byly dva hlavní body programu akce #OUpener, která se letos už podruhé konala v City Campusu.#jsmeostravska #ostrava pic.twitter.com/ShMErXmWQM

— Ostravská univerzita (@Ostravska_Uni) September 26, 2024

Standards Brazil