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Canadian musician Glenn Gould (1932-1982) provoked much controversy with his piano interpretations, his writings on music, and his preference for recording to playing live concerts. [1]

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Born in Toronto, Canada, on September 25, 1932, Glenn Gould has been hailed internationally as one of the great musicians of the 20th century, and as a visionary thinker and multi-media artist who foresaw the profound impact of technology on culture and society. [...] Initially acclaimed as a pianist of prodigious talent, Gould had a remarkable career that included recording, television, film, writing and producing radio documentaries, and composing and writing scholarly and critical work. [3]

Never happy performing, in 1964 he left the concert stage forever for the recording studio. [1]

For the rest of his life, Gould eschewed live performance, focusing instead on recording, writing, and broadcasting. [4]

On the evening of January 11, 1955, Gould made his debut in New York — “Debutown,” as he called it — and the next day signed a recording contract with Columbia Masterworks (CBS), which would become Sony Classical in 1986. [5]

Gould rejected most of the standard Romantic piano literature and shunned the performance of several of its composers such as Franz Liszt, Robert Schumann, and Fr?d?ric Chopin. [4]

Glenn Gould was born in Toronto on September 25, 1932, into a musical family: Edvard Grieg was a first cousin of his mother’s grandfather, his father was an amateur violinist, and his mother played piano and organ. [5]

- died Oct. 4, 1982, Toronto) Canadian pianist. [1]

In 1946 he made his debut as soloist with orchestra at a Royal Conservatory concert performing Beethoven’s Fourth Piano Concerto. [5]

Despite this success, and a burgeoning international concert career, he chose to redirect his energies towards innovative ways to communicate music through the mass media. [3]

In 1964 he abandoned the concert platform for the recording studio, but continued to compose and write articles. [1]

His final recording, in 1981, was also of the Goldberg Variations - a much more studied and reflective interpretation of the work. [...] Glenn Gould (Toronto, Canada 1932-1982) was a canadian pianist most known for his interpretations of baroque keyboard music, particularly the works of Johann Sebastian Bach. [6]

Sources:
[1] Glenn Gould: Biography from Answers.com
[2] GLENN GOULD
[3] The Glenn Gould Foundation - Biography
[4] Glenn Gould - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
[5] Glenn Gould on Myspace
[6] Glenn Gould ‘ Free listening, videos, concerts, stats …

Executive produced by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks for HBO, Band of Brothers is a ten-part miniseries based on the book Band of Brothers: E Company, 506th Regiment, 101st Airborne From Normandy to Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest by Stephen E. Ambrose. [1]

From the producers of Band of Brothers comes an epic new miniseries about the Pacific Theater of World War II. [2]

Before we fully engage in our mission in this War, it is essential that we band together with trusted companions - a band of brothers. [3]

Replacements are regarded warily at first, but then managed to blend in with the veterans if they showed they were worthy of joining this band of brothers. [4]

God is in the process of transforming our hearts so that we become more like Christ-yes even brothers of Christ-sharing the same Father. [3]

The series dramatically re-creates the path of Easy Company, an elite paratrooper unit, from their basic training at Camp Toccoa in Georgia in 1942, to D-Day, to their critical involvement in the Battle of the Bulge, through their triumph at the close of the war. [1]

The HBO miniseries based on Stephen Ambrose’s unit history of E/506th in WW2, premiered on Sunday evening September 9, 2001 on HBO, and all ten episodes have now aired. [...] The photo at left was taken in the states in 1943, by Winters’ college buddy, Albert A. Krochka, who was also regimental photographer for the 501 PIR. [5]

Relive the miniseries any time you like on HBO On Demand. [2]

The photo above right shows Matthrew Leitch, the British actor who portrayed Tab in the Band of Brothers miniseries-a pretty good likeness. [5]

We believe the Kingdom of God is advancing and that our our King is rallying together his “no matter the cost” disciples. [3]

Lt R.D. Winters received the Distinguished Service Cross, and Pfc Loraine was among the soldiers who received the Silver Star. [5]

If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. [6]

The series covers Easy’s basic training at Toccoa, Georgia, the American airborne landings in Normandy, Operation Market Garden, the Battle of Bastogne and on to the end of the war, including the taking of the Kehlsteinhaus (Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest). [1]

Strayer was promoted to lieutenant colonel in January or February of 1943, and Winters refers to him as such during his explanation to Sobel about the latrine inspection incident. [4]

Sources:
[1] Band of Brothers: Information from Answers.com
[2] HBO: Band of Brothers: Homepage
[3] Band of Brothers | Official Website of the Band of Brothers …
[4] Band of Brothers (TV mini-series 2001) - IMDb
[5] Band of Brothers
[6] Band of Brothers - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Blood Diamond is a 2006 drama film co-produced and directed by Edward Zwick starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Connelly and Djimon Hounsou. [1]

In Blood Diamond, it is Mr. DiCaprio’s performance that raises this film above it’s standard Hollywood fare of a script (although it is a solid script) into something memorable. [2]

Danny Archer (Leonardo DiCaprio) is a hired gun who specializes in the sale of so-called “blood diamonds” that are used to finance rebellions and terrorist organizations, and is currently serving time for smuggling. [3]

Blood Diamond overcomes poor storytelling with its biting commentary and fine performances. [4]

Ripped from his family farm and forced to toil away in the sweltering South African diamond fields, Solomon Vandy (Djimon Hounsou) discovered an extraordinary rough stone of immeasurable value. [3]

Archer had been transporting the diamonds to Afrikaner mercenary, Colonel Coetzee (Arnold Vosloo), his former commander in the 32 Battalion, the most decorated unit of the South African Border War made up of Angolan and Rhodesian soldiers and white South African officers. [...] Mende fisherman, Solomon Vandy (Djimon Hounsou), is captured by the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) rebels during an invasion and subsequent massacre of his village in Shenge. [1]

Set against the backdrop of civil war and chaos in 1990’s Sierra Leone, Danny Archer, a South African mercenary, and Solomon Vandy, a Mende fisherman are joined in a common quest to recover a rare pink diamond that can transform their lives. [5]

A South African mercenary and a Mende fisherman find their fates forever intertwined as they embark on a quest to obtain a rare and highly coveted pink diamond in director Edward Zwick ’s frantic adventure drama. [3]

My Favorite Movies of All Time. [...] A story following Archer, a man tortured by his roots. [2]

While in prison for smuggling, Archer learns that Solomon–who was taken from his family and forced to work in the diamond fields–has found and hidden the extraordinary rough stone. [4]

The film’s ending, in which a conference is held concerning blood diamonds, is in reference to an actual meeting that took place in Kimberley, South Africa in 2000 and led to the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme, which seeks to certify the origin of diamonds in order to curb the trade in conflict diamonds. [1]

Set against the backdrop of civil war and chaos in 1990’s Sierra Leone, “Blood Diamond” is the story of Danny Archer–a South African mercenary–and Solomon Vandy–a Mende fisherman. [4]

Upon meeting Solomon, and the beautiful Maddy, Archer's life changes forever as he is given a chance to make peace with the war around him. [2]

Sources:
[1] Blood Diamond (film) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
[2] Blood Diamond (2006) - IMDb
[3] Blood Diamond: Information from Answers.com
[4] Blood Diamond Movie Reviews, Pictures - Rotten Tomatoes
[5] Blood Diamond - Yahoo! Movies

A stylish classic with Audrey Hepburn at her elfin, elegant best, Breakfast at Tiffany’s is almost, but not quite, ruined by Mickey Rooney’s hideously stereotyped performance as Hepburn’s Japanese neighbor, buck teeth and all. [1]

Breakfast at Tiffany’s is a 1961 romantic comedy film starring Audrey Hepburn and George Peppard, and featuring Patricia Neal, Buddy Ebsen, Martin Balsam, and Mickey Rooney. [2]

Based on Truman Capote’s 1958 novella of the same title, BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S (1961) is the story of a woman on her own making her way in the big city. [3]

Whether you were drawn here as a fan of Truman Capote, Audrey Hepburn, or Henry Mancini this is your place for information on everything to bear the name Breakfast at Tiffany’s. [4]

Later on, Mancini vividly illustrates urban living itself with the lively mambo “Something For Cat” and a big-band blues, “The Big Blow Out,” as well as sleek New York panoramas “Holly” and “Breakfast At Tiffany’s” itself, delicious concoctions of voices and strings, trombone and vibes. [5]

About nine cats were used throughout the film as the role of Cat. [6]

Hepburn’s performance of “Moon River ” helped composer Henry Mancini and lyricist Johnny Mercer win an Oscar for Best Song. [2]

They don’t belong to each other, but they get on well together, entertaining at night and sleeping during the day — or trying to, until author Paul Varjak (George Peppard) buzzes them from downstairs because he can’t get in the building. [...] As stories go, it is short on plot but rich in characterization which may explain why its protagonist, Holly Golightly, has become Audrey Hepburn ’s most memorable screen persona. [3]

One of the most successful film composers since the 1950s, Mancini was a master melodist and songwriter who was as comfortable with romantic symphonic scoring of the old Hollywood school as he was with more contemporary elements of jazz and even rock. [5]

Struggling writer Paul Varjak moves into a New York apartment building and becomes intrigued by his pretty, quirky neighbor Holly Golightly. [6]

The film was directed by Blake Edwards and released by Paramount Pictures. [...] After feeding the pet cat she calls “Cat”, Holly chats with Paul as she hurriedly dresses for her visit to Sing Sing prison. [...] It was loosely based on the novella of the same name by Truman Capote. [2]

A “party girl,” Holly spends her evenings with a series of older men who seem to have lots of money (she routinely receives $50 when she goes to the powder room, long before the “powder room” meant cocaine). [1]

Sources:
[1] Breakfast at Tiffany’s Movie Review - Audrey Hepburn Stars in …
[2] Breakfast at Tiffany’s (film) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
[3] Reel Classics: Breakfast at Tiffany’s
[4] Breakfast at Tiffany’s Homepage
[5] Buy.com - Breakfast At Tiffany’s CD
[6] Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961) - IMDb

The New Orleans Saints, founded in 1967, play home games at the Louisiana Superdome and have won one NFL Title (2009). [1]

Sean Payton enters his third year as head coach of the New Orleans Saints and in his brief time with the club already ranks among the most successful head coaches in franchise history. [2]

The New Orleans Saints face division rival the Atlanta Falcons tonight in a nationally televised game that will affect both teams’ playoff hopes. [3]

Glazer skypes with the best from Week 16 in the NFL on ‘The After Party’. [4]

He is the only coach to lead the Saints to an NFC Championship, was a unanimous choice for NFL Coach of the Year, has been the architect of an offense that has rewritten the club’s record books and since his arrival has instilled a winning culture within the organization. [2]

Drew Brees shook off two fourth-quarter interceptions, throwing a 6-yard touchdown pass to Jimmy Graham with 3:24 remaining that gave New Orleans a 17-14 victory over the Atlanta Falcons and clinched a return to the playoffs for the defending Super Bowl champions Monday night. [3]

They head to their showdown with the Falcons still with an outside shot to win the division. [1]

Like a lot of other NFL teams, the Saints will be seeking to end the regular season on a positive note this weekend as they look ahead to post-season play. [5]

The Saints scored 47 touchdowns - the third-most in team history - gave up a league-low 16 sacks and also led the NFL in scoring percentage (72.0) in the red zone. [2]

Get notified when College Basketball Bracket Games launch in 2011. [...] Play basketball all year with Franchise Basketball on Facebook. [...] The New Orleans Saints participate in the National Football League (NFL) and are based in New Orleans, Louisiana. [1]

Prior to joining the Cowboys in 2003, he was with the New York Giants (1999-2002) and the Philadelphia Eagles (1997-98). [...] When Payton arrived the Cowboys had ranked 31st in passing the previous year but immediately improved to 17th, as Carter became the first Dallas quarterback to throw for over 3,000 yards since 1997. [2]

Get notified when Fantasy Baseball Commissioner launches in 2011. [1]

Sources:
[1] New Orleans Saints - CBS Sports
[2] New Orleans Saints - NFL.com
[3] New Orleans Saints
[4] New Orleans Saints | NFL Football Schedule, Stats, News …
[5] New Orleans Saints on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings …