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What Is the Illinois Theatre Association (ITA) and How Can You Get Involved?

The Illinois Theatre Association (ITA) is a statewide nonprofit that advocates for theatre at every level in Illinois — youth, hi…

What Is Latin Jazz and How Does It Differ from Mainstream Jazz?

Latin jazz is jazz played with Afro-Caribbean rhythmic structures at its core rather than as decoration. The most audible differe…

What "Normal" Means in Bloomington-Normal News and How to Follow It

In Bloomington-Normal, Illinois news coverage, "Normal" is a town — not just an adjective. It is the municipality immediately nor…

What Is The Pantagraph and What Bloomington-Area News Does It Cover?

The Pantagraph (pantagraph.com) is a local news outlet serving Bloomington, Illinois, and the surrounding Bloomington-Normal and …

What Is a Community Wind Band and Who Can Join?

A community wind band is a voluntary ensemble of woodwind, brass, and percussion players who rehearse and perform together, usual…

What Is a Flute and What Should Beginners Know Before Starting?

A flute is a woodwind instrument that makes sound when a stream of air splits across an opening, setting the air inside the tube …

How to Listen to Free Music, Radio, and Podcasts on iHeart

iHeart is a free streaming platform that combines live radio stations, customizable artist stations, playlists, and podcasts in o…

What Is a Faith-Based Catholic Education and How Do You Choose a Catholic School?

A faith-based Catholic education combines academic instruction with formation in Catholic virtues and Gospel values, and it typic…