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Rock pioneer Fats Domino dead at age 89

NEW ORLEANS – In appearance, Fats Domino wasn’t a typical a teen idol. He stood 5-feet-5 and weighed more than 200 pounds, with a wide, boyish smile and a haircut as flat as an album cover. ...

DATE: Oct 25, 2017 | CATEGORY: Music

Al Hurricane, ‘Godfather of New Mexico music,’ dies

ALBUQUERQUE – Al Hurricane, known as the “Godfather of New Mexico music” for developing a distinct sound bridging the state’s unique Hispanic traditions with country and rock, died Sunday. ...

DATE: Oct 23, 2017 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Altius Quartet boys are back in Durango for recital

Fort Lewis College launches A.I.R. recital season

DATE: Oct 19, 2017 | CATEGORY: Music

Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College celebrates 20 years

DATE: Oct 19, 2017 | CATEGORY: Performing Arts

Book World: Joni Mitchell from both sides now

With her regal beauty, imperious nature and nifty clothes, Joni Mitchell could fit right into “Game of Thrones.” Her kingdom would be a mix of Canada and California, where handsome male musi...

DATE: Oct 17, 2017 | CATEGORY: Books

How to compete with the original ‘Blade Runner’ score: Pay homage to it

The first trailer for “Blade Runner 2049” was filled with familiar imagery from Ridley Scott’s original 1982 film – giant neon advertisements, a smoggy noirish future ... Harrison Ford. But ...

DATE: Oct 15, 2017 | CATEGORY: Film, TV and Streaming

Pianist George Winston playing in Durango

Legendary pianist I had the chance to talk to him about his new album and what he considers the highlights of a decadeslong career. Q: Let’s talk about “Spring Carousel” a littl...

DATE: Oct 13, 2017 | CATEGORY: Music

Recital Series getting underway Violinist, pianist perform at Unitarian Universalist Church

Tonight, violinist Brandon Christensen and pianist Marilyn Garst will unspool a remarkable program. Two majestic sonatas will frame two short contemporary works, and the concert will close w...

DATE: Oct 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: Music

The MET’s ‘Die Zauberflöte’ showing in Durango

Since Mozart completed “Die Zauberflöte” (“The Magic Flute”) in 1791, his light operatic fantasy has been reimagined many times. The MET Live in HD presents one of the most whimsical iterati...

DATE: Oct 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: Music

The lasting legacy of the Doors

LOS ANGELES – The door to the Doors is numbered 420. A quirk of circumstance that feels comically ordained. Technically, this is the entrance to the Doors Music Co., the licensed ...

DATE: Oct 9, 2017 | CATEGORY: Music

Bellini’s ‘Norma’ launches MET Live in HD at FLC

If you live in occupied territory, your choices are limited: collaborate or resist. Norma, the title character in Vincenzo Bellini’s opera of the same name, does both – with disastrous resul...

DATE: Oct 6, 2017 | CATEGORY: Music

San Juan Symphony, choral societies unite for concert

In early October, “Requiem for Eagles” will briefly alight in Durango and Telluride. At 7 pm. Saturday, David Lingle’s contemporary version of the ancient Latin Mass for the Dead...

DATE: Oct 6, 2017 | CATEGORY: Music

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.