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Lewis sets 'Voyage' for Dartmouth

By Abigail Nova | April 23, 2002

Tonight, the Festival of New Music brings the energy of electro-acoustic and computer-based composers to Spaulding Auditorium. Expect compositions by faculty members, multimedia and interactive pieces from graduate and undergraduate students as well as three pieces by George Lewis, a vibrant trombonist and an award-winning composer. The Festival of New Music is part of a rich musical tradition at Dartmouth.

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Jazz stars Hunter and Garrett perform unique solo sets

By Chris Danford | April 22, 2002

Charlie Hunter made people backstage think they were hearing things. Kenny Garrett must have thought it was the last concert of his life.

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Perlman gets off to slow start but finishes strong

By Christopher McMullen-Laird | April 22, 2002

World renowned violinist offers varied and interesting performance for sold out Spaulding

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Perlman to rain joy on the Hop

By David Jain | April 19, 2002

For well over a year, students and residents in Hanover have been waiting for this Saturday evening.

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Collis to experience Blackout

By Carl Burnett | April 18, 2002

Jam band to play free show in Commonground on Saturday

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Crow asks listeners to 'C'mon'

By Peter Jenks | April 18, 2002

Lyrics and guests highlight the pop star's new album

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Chucky meets 'Rugrats' on CBS

By Kelly Swartz | April 17, 2002

I heard more than one student comment on the grotesque nature of CBS's new sitcom, "Baby Bob," long before the first episode aired.

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Savitri to battle 'Death' in the Hop

By Larissa Thompson | April 16, 2002

In the Hopkins Center tonight, there will be a rare opportunity to see what is probably the oldest dance form in the world, influenced by Indian marital arts techniques and contemporary moves.

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'Wilder' makes valiant effort as modern 'Animal House'

By Jeremy Skog | April 15, 2002

"Don't take life too seriously, you'll never get out alive." This message, given to Van Wilder by one of his old partying buddies, the Pulitzer Prize-winning former student journalist whose best student piece was "Light Beer vs.

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Indonesian history course provides unique experience for all

By Nina Edelman | April 15, 2002

Rare instruments and visiting Javanese artist highlight new Asian and Middle-Eastern Studies class

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Fourth-annual Gospel Fest is slated to be a big success

By Davey Archwamety | April 12, 2002

Collegiate gospel choirs will display their talents as part of Tucker Foundation celebration

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Neil Young's new album lacks passion and conviction

By Leigh Gerson | April 12, 2002

On Neil Young's latest album, "Are You Passionate?" the artist does not live up to the reputation that he had built for himself in the sixties.

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All-Stars provide eclectic mix for Spaulding crowd

By Mark Sweeney | April 11, 2002

From the beginning of their concert in Spaulding "this calls for the old Billy Baroo" Auditorium on Tuesday night, it was clear that the Bang on a Can All-Stars was a unique musical entity.

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'Crimes' is low on originality

By Peter Jenks | April 10, 2002

Lately in Hollywood, originality seems to be a key component in a film's popularity. Whether it is the idea, screenplay, script or the acting in a movie, what audiences really want to see is something they haven't seen before.

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Hip-hop week provides insight

By Matt Hamilton | April 9, 2002

"Who can tell me what a player is?" asked Dr. Tricia Rose during her lecture, "The State of Hip-Hop," which she gave in Dartmouth Hall last Thursday.

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All-Stars are sure to make a bang

By Leigh Gerson | April 9, 2002

Tonight the Hop will come alive with the eclectic music of the Bang on a Can All-Stars. At 8 p.m.

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Lepage goes to 'the far side' with new media production

By Christopher McMullen-Laird | April 8, 2002

All elements of the show -- except the people -- fit into rolling wooden crates labeled in white spray paint: "Ex Machina." The multimedia production, "The Far Side of the Moon" played to a young audience this weekend.

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Director Craven does not lose footing with 'Trembled'

By Sam Lederer | April 8, 2002

All too often, directors of Vietnam and war-genre movies only focus on the military aspect of the conflict.

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The Dead reinvent Dylan on CD

By Leigh Gerson | April 4, 2002

Bob Dylan and The Grateful Dead emerged in the early '60s with two distinct sounds, two styles, with a common love of music.

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'Smoochy' is death for viewers

By Peter Jenks | April 3, 2002

"Death to Smoochy" is probably the worst film of the year so far. Perhaps the only dilemma this film presents is whether the idea behind the movie or the execution of that idea is worse.