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How opera singing is helping people to manage chronic pain

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People living with a variety of health conditions are being taught techniques used by opera singers in an effort to manage their persistent pain. June Evans, 67, was referred to the Welsh National Opera (WNO) wellness programme due to pain and mobility issues caused by a heart attack, stroke and other illnesses. Ms Evans, from Powys, said the programme improved her physical health and made her "want to live again". The WNO said two-thirds of people who had taken part in the online course had described seeing improvements in their health. The programme, funded by the Welsh government, is a one-year pilot aimed at people living with persistent pain and covers a range of conditions including lower back pain and fibromyalgia. An evaluation found that 67% of participants had experienced reduced pain and improved functionality, as well as emotional and mental benefits. "We're thinking about how we're sitting and it improves the posture. It improves...

Miley Cyrus Unveils 'Prelude': A Sneak Peek into Her Pop Opera 'Something Beautiful'

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In Miley Cyrus's newest music video for "Prelude," she remains absent from the screen until the last minute. During the initial 90 seconds crafted alongside directors Jacob Bixenman and Brendan Walter, all attention centers on her powerful vocal performance during a spoken-word monologue. This opening act serves effectively as the curtains rising onstage. Something Beautiful, The upcoming 13-song pop opera from Cyrus is set to drop on May 30. As per YouTube, the official music video for "Something Beautiful," which comes after "Prelude," will be released at noon EST on March 31. "As when watching scenery pass by through a train window / Your gaze cannot prevent the fleeting landscapes from dissolving into boundless space. / As when clutching a handful of ash — your fingers can’t hold onto what’s already dispersed into thin air,” Cyrus states in the video, speaking rhythmically although not actually singing. “As when f...

Tate McRae Dominates 2025 Juno Awards From Afar: Complete Winners Revealed

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The largest victor at the 2025 Juno Awards was absent when their accolades were presented. Tate McRae won four awards – for artist, single, album and pop album of the year – but was not able to make it to the Vancouver, British Columbia awards ceremony on Sunday (March 30) or the untelevised gala the night before to accept. That's an ongoing issue at the Junos, where the responsibilities of the biggest international superstars often keep them from their home country's award show. Stars like Drake , The Weeknd and Shawn Mendes Although we were not present at Rogers Arena for the event, a prevailing motif throughout the evening showcased exceptional talent from Canada. Amidst U.S. President Donald Trump’s imposition of tariffs on Canada and his threats to make it the country’s 51st state, numerous individuals seized the opportunity presented by the Junos to proudly display their national pride through cultural symbols. McRae clinched four out...

Bruce Springsteen Graciously Honors Patti Smith, Rocks Out with Johnny Depp at Carnegie Hall

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What is the way to reach Carnegie Hall? You've got to rock 'n' roll. On March 26, Bruce Springsteen took part in a tribute to fellow New Jersey musician Patti Smith. The event featured performances from Michael Stipe, Johnny Depp, Flea, Sean Penn, Karen O, Scarlett Johansson, Michael Shannon, Jim Jarmusch, and others at Carnegie Hall in New York City. The event titled "People Have the Power: A Tribute to Patti Smith" took place in the evening. The Boss expressed his gratitude to Smith for her collaboration on "Because the Night," which he played during the show. According to social media videos of the performance, Springsteen stated, "We love you, Patti! 'Patti gave me this huge hit with her powerful vocals,' he continued, pointing at himself. ‘If I had performed this song myself, it wouldn’t have become popular. Her distinctive voice and remarkable lyrics were essential for making it a success.’ He paused before adding affect...

Ayu Ting Ting: Lebih Dikenal Sebagai Bintang Komedi daripada Artis Musik

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JAKARTA, gudangmovies21 – Pelantun Ayu Ting Ting menyatakan bahwa sekarang ia jauh lebih terkenal sebagai komedian daripada artis lagu dangdut. Dia dikenal sebagai seorang stand-up comedian dan menerima penghargaan itu karena sering tampil dalam beragam acara komedi di TV. “Akad sering sekali ada orang berkomentar, 'Wah, ternyata dia adalah seorang penyanyi ya? Saya kira dia adalah seorang pelawak,'” ujar Ayu Ting Ting ketika ditemui pada waktu luangnya selama proses syuting acara Theatre Pas Buka di area Tendean, Jakarta Selatan beberapa hari lalu. Namun demikian, Ayu menyatakan tidak keberatan bila dikenali sebagai seorang komedian. Dia malah merasa gembira karena dapat belajar sesuatu yang baru di luar pekerjaannya seorang penyanyi. "Hanya saja, aku merasa bahagia karena dapat mempelajari sesuatu baru seperti stand-up comedy meskipun masih dalam proses pembelajaran dan belum terlalu mahir. Namun setidaknya, aku cukup senang bisa berada bersama ...

5 Fakta Menarik tentang Malea Emma, Bintang Indonesia yang Berkilau di Pertunjukan NBA

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JAKARTA, 5.180.24.3 Penyuka musik dan bintang film keturunan Indonesia, Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja, menghibur dengan penampilannya yang menawan saat membawakan lagu nasional Amerika di ajang National Basketball Association (NBA) di AS. Malea merupakan putri dari sepasang suami istri yang berasal dari Jakarta, yakni Arman Tjandriadwijaya dan Esther Tanudjaja. Saat ini dia menetap di Los Angeles bersama kedua orangtuanya dan secara berkala pulang ke Indonesia untuk bertemu dengan keluarganya yang besar. Malea berhasil menggetarkan ribuan pendengarnya ketika menyuarakan keahlian bernyanya. Berdasarkan postingan Malea di Instagram, suara tepukan tangan dan sorak-sorai penonton terdengar saat ia menyelesaikan penyanyian lagu kebangsaan Amerika. Tanpa melupakan akarnya, Malea memutuskan untuk menggunakan kostum bernomor punggung 17, yang merujuk pada hari Perayaan Kemerdekaan Indonesia, yaitu 17 Agustus 1945. 5.180.24.3 mengumpulkan informasi unik mengenai M...

Trump Vows to 'Fix' Kennedy Center After Disappointing First Tour

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President Trump expressed his disappointment when visiting the Kennedy Center for the first time since appointing himself as the chairperson of the performing arts organization in an unparalleled restructuring effort. He pledged to improve a venue that he believes "holds significant importance" not only for Washington but also for the nation at large. “It’s in tremendous disrepair, as is a lot of the rest of our country, most of it because of bad management,” Trump told reporters Monday after he toured The Kennedy Center and met initially as the chairperson of its board. Trump, a former New York real estate developer, said he took issue with some of the structural components of the space, claiming the center “spent a fortune” on underground rooms “that nobody’s going to use.” It's uncertain which specific areas Trump was mentioning, but the Kennedy Center had a $250 million expansion project completed in 2019 that received awards for excellence. "I a...