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The three-day weekend historically marked the start of the music festival season in the region. But with easing COVID-19 restrictions on the horizon, musicians are planning to hit the stage again this summer and fall.

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Eclectic

Sacramento Band Best Move On What It’s Like Releasing Music During A Pandemic

May 21, 2021 | Nick Brunner | Andrew Garcia

Best Move just recently released their new five-song EP Mirror Image Twins on May 7. Back in February, Modern Music Director Nick Brunner sat down with two-thirds of the Sacramento-based trio, Kris Anaya and Joseph Davancens.

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Classical

Pianist Benjamin Grosvenor’s New Album Tackles The Legacy Of Franz Liszt

May 21, 2021 | Jennifer Reason

CapRadio midday classical host Jennifer Reason interviews the British pianist about his new album, exploring the deeper meaning of Liszt’s music and the personal connection he has to it.

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Arts and Lifestyle

Sacramento Artists Asking Whether City Funding Should Be Kept Local

May 18, 2021 | Ed Fletcher

New public art being installed at the Sacramento Convention Center this month has resurfaced an ongoing debate about whether local artists should be the beneficiaries of city-funded sculptures.

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