The United States of America delivered one of their biggest-ever performances on the world stage as they pushed record-breakers Denmark at the Malmö Arena, eventually losing 24:33 in their main round clash of the 2023 IHF Men's World Championship.
The Danes, with a rotated team and key players rested, were not only playing in front of a packed arena of their fans but are also going for their third, unprecedented world championship in a row. This result now means they have gone 25 games unbeaten in the competition.
Looking for something to do in Pittsburgh this week? From an Owl Prowl to arts shows to Urinetown, we've got a list of this week's top happenings in the Steel City.
The Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show continues, Women's History Month kicks off, the St. Patrick's Day Parade returns and so much more to do this week: March 7-13.
This season, classical musician Brendan Slocumb debuts with The Violin Conspiracy , about a Black violinist and a stolen violin. Other notable books dealing with racial issues include Greg Iles’s Southern Man and Daniel’s Nieh’s Take No Names .
February 2, 2021
What will classical music sound like for future audiences? We may not have the answers, but if these composers offer any indication, we are excited to see and hear where the future takes us.
The sound of SistaStrings can’t be described in one word. Formed in 2014 after the sisters graduated from college, the Milwaukee-based duo combines their classical background with R&B with a touch of gospel influence that culminates in a vibey, lush sound. With thick string harmonies between violin and cello and soulful voices, SistaStrings takes you on a journey. The sisters not only write and arrange but find pleasure sitting in with musicians and exploring what sounds come from improvisation and spontaneity. SistaStrings has performed with Malik Yusef, opened for Black Violin, Bone Thugs ‘N Harmony, Lupe Fiasco, BJ The Chicago Kid, and The Roots. Outside of playing music venues, SistaStrings goes into schools an