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Edgers is a reporter for the Living/Arts section, covering arts and culture. His beat ranges from music and museums to popular culture. He has published two children’s books, including “Who Were the Beatles?” He also produced and starred in “Do It Again,” a documentary about his irrational quest to reunite the Kinks. The film aired on PBS stations.
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Andris Nelsons named new director of BSO
By Geoff Edgers , Globe Staff
The Boston Symphony Orchestra announced Thursday the 34-year-old Nelsons would become the 15th music director.
Andris Nelsons named new music director of BSO
By Geoff Edgers , Globe Staff
At 34 years old, Nelsons is the youngest music director to lead the Boston Symphony Orchestra in over 100 years.
Andris Nelsons named new music director of BSO
By Geoff Edgers , Globe Staff
The Boston Symphony Orchestra announced Thursday the 34-year-old Nelsons would become the 15th music director.
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Performers announced for Boston Summer Arts Weekend
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Expect a variety of performers to hit town July 26-28 when the Boston Summer Arts Weekend takes place in Copley Square. Artists announced for the free festival include legendary New Orleans boogie-woogie piano man Dr. John, Beninoise singer Angélique Kidjo, and a Sunday afternoon that celebrates classical music with the Handel and Haydn Society and Boston Landmarks Orchestra. Carlos Núñez, the Spanish musician who plays the traditional Galician bagpipe, will perform with the Landmarks Orchestra. The festival is sponsored by WGBH and the Globe and presented by Citizens Bank. Other performers include the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Berklee College of Music student Noe Socha, the bluegrass band Della Mae, ukulele master Jake Shimabukuro, Brooklyn-based Bhangra band Red Baraat, and Session Americana.