The Harriman-Jewell Series presented an eclectic performance Thursday by Cantus, a nine-voice, Minneapolis-based men's vocal chamber ensemble. "On the Shoulders of Giants" was a polished and rewarding program to hear. The really outstanding voice of the nine belongs to tenor Paul Rudoi, but there's no weak link in the group.

A blog post by Chris Mateer was featuredInterview: José González Tells The Story of JunipAlthough José González may be best known for his acoustic solo albums (2007's In Our Nature and 2003's Veneer), his band Junip is not to be mistaken as a "José González and friends" kind of project. Instead, the trio has from the start,  always been equally composed of José ...

Chris Mateer posted a blog postInterview: José González Tells The Story of JunipAlthough José González may be best known for his acoustic solo albums (2007's In Our Nature and 2003's Veneer), his band Junip is not to be mistaken as a "José González and friends" kind of project. Instead, the trio has from the start,  always been equally composed of José Gonzaléz, Elias ...

The Old Globe and Broadway/San Diego are rewarding talented local theater students.

The quick look at architectural landmarks in U.S. history, including the Virginia State Capitol and Walt Disney Concert Hall, is a good conversation-starter.The new PBS program "10 Buildings That Changed America" is nothing if not efficient.