At almost 8,500 feet in the Rockies, it can take a few breaths to walk up Central City's steep granite hills lined with Victorian homes, souvenir shops - and an opera house that has served 19th-century gold miners as well as modern-day visitors. ...more

July 13, 2008

Many of the finest moments in the area's cultural history have come from the mouths of the Master Chorale of Tampa Bay, the area's acclaimed choir. Whether on its own or matched up with The Florida Orchestra, the group has played an enormous part in helping define the local arts, as well as giving music lovers nourishment over three decades. ...more

June 1, 2008

Chamber music, costumes and candy will combine for an afternoon treat at Independent Day School. ...more

October 17, 2007

Chamber music, costumes and candy will combine for an afternoon treat at Independent Day School. The private school is offering its Reflections concert series with a Halloween twist this month. The Riverside Brass Quintet from New York will perform at 4 p.m. Oct. 28 at the school's Farish Center, 12015 Orange Grove Drive. The program will last about an hour and is open to the public. Tickets cost $8 for students and $10 for adults and are available at the door or in advance by calling (813) 961-3087. ...more

October 10, 2007