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Hamilton Spectator
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Stouffville Welcomes Back Kindred Spirits Orchestra for Symphony Under the Stars
● The Kindred Spirits Orchestra returns to Memorial Park tonight for Stouffville's second annual Symphony Under the Stars. ● Last year's inaugural event drew approximately 4,000 attendees, and the Town is hoping to grow that number this evening. ● The concert begins at 8 p.m., with food vendors and local beverage options available starting at 7 p.m. ● KSO blends classical and contemporary music, and is known for its community-focused performances and outreach. ● The event concludes at 10 p.m. Stouffville's Memorial Park will transform into an open-air concert hall tonight as the Kindred Spirits Orchestra (KSO) returns to headline the second annual Symphony Under the Stars. Approximately 4,000 people attended the inaugural event in 2024, and the Town is aiming to build on that success. Festivities begin at 7 p.m. with a variety of food vendors on site, including wood-fired pizza from Lowlands Fire Food, burgers and Philly cheesesteaks from Grill Gate, and other local fare. Guests can also enjoy beverages from Muddy York Brewing Company and Willow Springs Winery. KSO will take the stage at 8 p.m., performing a blend of classical and contemporary works. With clear skies in the forecast and sunset just before 9 p.m., the concert is expected to live up to its name until its 10 p.m. conclusion. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Based in Markham, KSO is an audition-based ensemble with an expansive membership . The group performs a wide range of music from around the world, including works by Canadian composers. As a not-for-profit corporation and registered charity, the orchestra is known for connecting communities and bridging generations through its performances. Fostering the next generation of classical music enthusiasts is central to KSO's mission. In addition to community performances like Symphony Under the Stars, the orchestra educates through workshops, school partnerships, and programming with colleges and universities. Cover image provided by and used with permission from the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Associated Press
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra Kicks Off Its 31st Summer Series of Free Concerts in the Parks.
Join the KSO July 12 & 13 for Williams' Wondrous World, featuring 60 Years of John Williams' Hit TV Themes and Epic Film Scores. 'Mr, Williams' film scores enhance and play a vital role in the success of a film. John's tuneful melodies are riveting, soaring, touching and thus memorable. Everyone can hum 4-5 of his melodies.'— KSO Music Director, James R. Cassidy NEWPORT, KY, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 / / -- The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra opens its 31st Summer Series with a salute to the de facto dean of film score composers. John Williams ' career has spanned nearly 70 years, and his efforts in television and film have emphasized the significance of the film score as a musical genre, comparable to other classical forms — symphony, concerto and opera — of the 18th through 20th centuries. Williams' contributions were important even prior to his noted 50-year association with director Steven Spielberg. Following in the footsteps of his musician father, Johnny Williams' interest in both classics and jazz afforded him many opportunities in both New York and Hollywood. By age 24 Williams was a staff arranger for Columbia Pictures before joining 20th Century Fox. He was also a studio pianist for Doris Day, Vic Damone and Frankie Laine. During the 1960s Johnny Williams composed mostly for television writing themes and episode music for the Irwin Allen Sci-fi shows Lost in Space, Land of Giants and The Time Tunnel. (plus film scores for Allen's early 1970s disaster films — The Towering Inferno and The Poseidon Adventure). Williams' film adaptation of the score for the musical Fiddler on the Roof earned Williams his first of five Oscars (54 nominations). The Steven Speilberg association came shortly thereafter with Jaws (1974), followed by work with George Lucas on Star Wars (1977) and Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981). John Williams had lept to the top of the A-list of film score composers. John Williams work as music director of the Boston Pops (1980-1993) allowed him to focus on composing works other than just film scores. Williams has written a concerto for every instrument in the orchestra, as well as commissions for special events like the Olympics and the re-dedication of Statue of Liberty. At age 93, John Williams continues to add to his impressive catalogue. John's sons Mark (music producer / drummer —Air Supply) and Joseph (lead vocalist —Toto) have pursued musical career paths as well. The KSO will feature some of its own musicians in its tribute to Mr. Williams and his music. In addition to the popular and melody-driven excerpts from Superman, Star Wars, ET and Jurassic Park, KSO music director James Cassidy has reached back to the 1971 Fiddler on the Roof adaptation which will feature concertmistress, Manami White. Excerpts from the 2002 Catch Me If You Can soundtrack will feature alto saxophonist Rick Van Matre. The KSO's excursion through John Williams' Wondrous World will include favorites as well as interesting off-the-beaten-path surprises. Join music director James Cassidy and the KSO for a Williams fan-fest at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, July 12 at Covington's Devou Park Band Shell; and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, July 13 at Ft. Thomas's Tower Park Amphitheater Admission is free, but contributions ($5 per person) are suggested at the manned donation boxes. Register at for KSO weather updates and for more information/directions. James R. Cassidy Kentucky Symphony Orchestra + +1 859-431-6216 email us here Visit us on social media: Instagram Facebook X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
New Indian Express
19-06-2025
- New Indian Express
Ahmedabad plane crash: Mortal remains of one crew member reach Nagaland; another expected to arrive in Manipur soon
GUWAHATI: The mortal remains of Lamnunthem Singson (26), a cabin crew member from Manipur who lost her life in the Ahmedabad plane crash, will reach her home in Manipur's Kuki-majority Kangpokpi district late Thursday evening. The remains were brought to Nagaland's commercial hub Dimapur from Ahmedabad by a flight in the afternoon. After a condolence service, a convoy of vehicles carrying the remains left for Kangpokpi. Family members, relatives, leaders from Kuki Students' Organisation (KSO), Sadar Hills and community organisations were among those who were present at the airport. KSO Sadar Hills general secretary K Shongreng told this newspaper that the last rites would be performed on Friday afternoon. Lamnunthem was from the Kuki-Zo community. Her family lived in the Old Lambulane area of Imphal Valley before moving to Kangpokpi following the outbreak of the ethnic violence in 2023.
Hindustan Times
19-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Kuki AI-171 hostess's body to be handed over via Nagaland
The body of Air India cabin crew member Lamnunthiem Singson, 25, will be handed over to her family on Thursday, people aware of the matter said on Wednesday, after her body was identified through DNA profiling. Members of the Kuki Students Organisation (KSO), Kangpokpi (Manipur), said that Singson's body will be taken to the conflict-torn state via Dimapur airport at 1.30 pm. 'For reasons of safety, the family wished that the mortal remains should not be received in Imphal and brought via Meitei areas to Kangpokpi (hill district). Instead, mortal remains will be received at the Dimapur (Nagaland) airport and then be brought via road to Kangpokpi. Relatives and KSO representatives will start for Dimapur early morning and be there to receive the mortal remains,' said K Shongreng, general secretary of Kuki Students Organisation (KSO), Kangpokpi unit. To be sure, top police officers and government authorities had on Monday and Tuesday met the family and offered a security convoy from Imphal Valley to Kangpokpi, where they are based, if they wish to receive the body at the Imphal airport. Singson's family used to live in Imphal's New Lambulane area, but fled to the hill district of Kangpopki after the conflict broke out in May 2023. Meities too fled the hill districts and retreated to the valley. These enclaves are now protected by local militia with central security forces only acting as a buffer. Meanwhile, the family of another cabin crew from Manipur, Nganthoi K Sharma, said they are yet to get a positive report from the Ahmedabad civil hospital about a positive DNA match. 'We request the authorities to expedite the process. Our families are also waiting back home,' Nganthoi's sister, Geetanjali said. Nganthoi K Sharma, was a Meitei. Lamnunthiem Singson, was a Kuki-Zo. As of Wednesday evening, the mortal remains of at least 170 victims have been handed over to their families, said Dr Rakesh Joshi, superintendent of Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. He said that the authorities have contacted 202 relatives of the deceased so far.
Time of India
19-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Singson's remains to arrive today, kin opt to bypass Imphal
Guwahati/Kolkata: The family of Lamnunthem Singson, a 26-year-old Kuki flight attendant from the ill-fated Ahmedabad-London flight, have opted to transport her mortal remains to Kangpokpi district in Manipur on Thursday via Dimapur airport in Nagaland, avoiding Imphal due to the ongoing ethnic tension. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now After the crash, it was revealed that Singson and her family had relocated from Imphal during the early phases of the 2023 conflict. They currently reside in a rented accommodation in Kangpokpi town. "We have received confirmation about a positive DNA match being found in the sample we had provided. Her remains have been identified," said Marina Singson, the cousin of the crash victim. Marina said her family hopes to give their daughter a traditional farewell in her home state. Kangpokpi deputy commissioner Mahesh Chaudhari said the state govt offered support from Imphal airport to Kangpokpi but they respect the family's decision to travel through Dimapur, acknowledging their emotional state during this difficult period. The aircraft carrying Singson's remains and family members is scheduled to land in Dimapur at 1 pm Thursday, reaching Kangpokpi town by 7.30pm. Chaudhari said security measures are in place for the journey. "I spoke to her mother a day back. She is having a hard time coping with the situation. She says she cannot imagine a life or a future without her only daughter," Marina said. She also expressed gratitude for the support and condolences that have poured in for the family. K Songreng from the Kangpokpi district unit of the Kuki Students' Organization (KSO), which is coordinating Singson's final journey, said travelling through Imphal is not viable at present. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Due to the Meitei-Kuki-Zo tension, the family must now traverse 250 km by road from Dimapur airport to Kangpokpi town via NH2, rather than the shorter 75 km route from Imphal airport. Despite assurances from COCOMI and the Manipur chief secretary regarding safe passage, the KSO representative deemed travel through Imphal unsuitable. Prayer services are planned along the Dimapur route. KSO officials have confirmed Friday's funeral arrangements at a Kangpokpi town public cemetery. Local Kuki women are organising a reception at the rented residence where Singson's relatives will bring the remains from Ahmedabad. "This is the biggest possible tragedy for the families to lose their young daughters in this manner. It is immoral and simply wrong to exploit this human tragedy for a vested interest by playing politics over the dead bodies," said Meitei Heritage Society in a media release. The organisation believes that politics is being played by some groups with vested interests over bringing Singson's body through Imphal airport. Meanwhile, Gitanjali Kongbrailatpam, whose 20-year-old Meitei sister Kongbrailatpam Nganthoi Sharma was also aboard in the same flight, is in Ahmedabad since June 13 waiting for DNA results. "We are eagerly waiting in the hotel, after they took my sample for DNA matching. They (hospital officials) told us to wait and keep patience," Gitanjali said. "DNA samples of 200-odd victims matched. Hopefully, DNAs of the rest, including my sister, will match today or tomorrow. It's been so long, we just need a confirmation call from the hospital," Gitanjali said. She expressed regret about limited communication with Nganthoi on the day of the incident. "She only sent me a text message sharing the flight timing. She did not talk much that day," she added.
