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Orchestra of his dreams
At the tender age of 102, the “Pines of Rome,” the stars of the Lansing Symphony Orchestra’s season finale, are mere sprouts when compared to the hoary sequoias of the standard repertoire. …
Extended reunion
When artist, photographer and filmmaker Jane Rosemont returned to Lansing last week to attend a reception for her first-ever exhibition of collage art at the Nelson Gallery, there was much rejoicing, …
‘Every minute was a joy’
To lovers of classical music, Timothy Muffitt’s 20 years as music director of the Lansing Symphony Orchestra went by in a flash. But not to him. “There was no going by in a flash,” …
Wharton’s 2026-‘27 fine arts season balances familiarity with discovery
No one will pop a quiz, assess your productivity, weigh you, check your cholesterol or otherwise judge your improvement after you attend a fine arts performance at the Wharton Center. The arts …
‘It reeks of delight’
The dozen or so local artists showing their work this weekend at the latest addition to the Cottage Lane development on Lansing’s east side deserve a citation for …
Sleeper of the year
There are at least five different ways photographs can’t do justice to the splendid new exhibit of art by Michigan State University graduate students at the Broad Art Museum. Either the art is …
Quality quincunx
The Lansing Symphony Orchestra took a big step toward filling the shoes of departing maestro Timothy Muffitt today (April 1) by naming five finalists for the position of music director. Muffitt …
Interlude of quietude
A lean, sinewy ensemble of some 60 musicians closed ranks to infuse Friday’s (March 27) Lansing Symphony Orchestra concert with a chamber-music level of intimacy. The LSO has proved over and …
Words before worms
Despite the stubborn chill, nature is springing back to life in every backyard, meadow and ditch. That means it’s showtime, in more ways than one, at the Tollgate Drain at 1101 N. Fairview …