Entertainment & Arts
The essence of an instrument maker is far different from that of most musicians, as a book of photos by Jake Jacobson reveals.
Aug. 22, 1999
Anyone who has heard the pounding rhythms of Korean farmers’ band music approaching across a field--a late-spring snow crunching under the band’s feet--isn’t likely to be satisfied with any indoor performance.
Jan. 19, 1985
World & Nation
Music: The Japanese instrument popularized in America decades ago will be celebrated at a conference in Little Tokyo.
July 30, 1999
Music
The drummer and lyricist for beloved Canadian hard-rock trio Rush was widely considered one of rock’s most skilled instrumentalists.
Jan. 10, 2020
Pop & Hiss
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Nov. 30, 2011
Ozomatli, an 11-member band as diverse as L.A. itself, knows how to have fun--with a conscience.
July 10, 1997
For 14 years now, sometimes three times a week, Robin Russell has gotten up around 3 a.m. and driven his maroon van from Pasadena to the same spot in Griffith Park, not far from the zoo.
Nov. 6, 2015
Archives
Drum circles draw a diverse fellowship into their rhythmic gatherings, satisfying a basic need for communication and connection.
June 19, 2003
Diverse 11-member Ozomatli, O.C.-bound with H.O.R.D.E., knows how to have fun--with a conscience.
There was a distinct quality of deja vu in the air Wednesday nigt at La Ve Lee in Studio City.
Feb. 2, 2001