South Holland Master Chorale will give two concerts in May to conclude its current musical season. They will be the final concerts directed by Albert M. Jackson, musical director, who is retiring. Performances by the 80-member chorale will be at 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 15, at St. Joseph Catholic[Read More…]
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James Hart Symphonic Band earns top honors
James Hart band director Matt Johnson directs the symphonic band during its March concert. The band won top rankings recently. (Provided photo) The James Hart School Symphonic Band received the highest rating offered to a Division 1 school during judging in the IGSMA District Organizing Contest March 12. Band Director[Read More…]
Soprano gives recital Friday at Flossmoor church
Flossmoor resident Regina Ceragioli will present a voice recital at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 6, at Infant Jesus of Prague Church, 1131 Douglas Ave. in Flossmoor. Ceragioli is making a career as a soprano. A graduate of Marian Catholic High School, she received a bachelor’s degree from Butler University[Read More…]
Phil Lee believes everyone is a DJ at heart.
Phil Lee, left, shows Ashley Armstrong how to work the console in preparation for the celebration of Flossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery’s 25th anniversay celebration on Saturday, July 10. Ashley and her sister, Sarah, were guest DJs for the event. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle) That includes Mayor Michelle Nelson, who’s slated[Read More…]
Quarantine Music video series mixes fun, inspiration
Amid the annoying disruptions of the pandemic there are also some disruptions of a more felicitous nature, like Anne Colton deciding to make music videos. The documentary filmmaker, in partnership with the Homewood Arts Council and South Sub Music Live, has released five music videos featuring local musicians.
South Sub Music Live virtual concert to feature Tommy Womack, three local musicians
The COVID-19 pandemic has shuttered local music venues, but it hasn’t shut down the music. Musicians play on, and the venues have become virtual. One such venue, born a month ago, is South Sub Music Live, a Facebook-based venue for local musicians to perform and connect with their audiences. The[Read More…]
Coping with COVID: March 23
Local musicians help H-F stay connected. The Chronicle starts a list for local businesses to post their solutions to operating under the state’s stay-home order. Metra is helping healthcare workers. WHO recommends a shift from “social distancing” to “physical distancing” (because socializing is still important).
ShamROCK at Culture to benefit Homewood Arts Council
Local rock band Not My Dad will add an Irish touch to its playlist on Saturday to help celebrate St. Patrick’s day and support the Homewood Arts Council with ShamROCK, a party at Culture in downtown Homewood.
Classical string concert on Sunday to benefit PADS
From left, Sajdah Muhammed, Elinor Detmer Kate Nelson and Noelle Naito will be performing classical works on Sunday as part of this year's MLK Day of Service. The concert will benefit PADS. (Provided photo) Four young musicians, including one from Flossmoor, will perform a classical music concert for PADS on Sunday, Jan.[Read More…]
Grape & Grain sold, begins transition to Culture
Grape & Grain is under new management, and the new owners say their vision will build upon the accomplishments of previous owner Bill Frank. The sale of the business and building closed Friday, Dec. 6, with Urban Leegacy LLC taking over the reins of the popular drinking and entertainment establishment[Read More…]
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