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A classical view (May 22, 2009)

By Kathy Hanrahan

Posted: May 22, 2009

Here are some of the latest reviews from the CVNC.org or the Classical Voice of North Carolina, a nonprofit, online performing arts journal:

George Gershwin at His Best – The admirable performances of fine vocal soloists Rochelle Small and Jason McKinney, the North Carolina Master Chorale, the Tar River Philhamonic Orchestra, and pianist Susan McClaskey Lohr, obviously reflected the artists' enjoyment in making music that challenged their skills.Full review

The Color Purple, the Musical, is a Triumph – A heartbreaking and heartwarming saga of human triumph in the face of almost insurmountable adversity, The Color Purple glows with intensity as it touches on all the core elements of human experience. Full review

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