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Author and music industry insider Ben Wardle has interviewed scores of Mark Hollis’ friends, musicians, collaborators and record company executives to complete this important and substantial biography.

John Cage has been described as the most important composer of our time. He combined classical European training with Eastern spirituality to produce an American amalgam of such vitality and originality that it continues to define what we mean by avant-garde. His influence has touched generations of artists, including Philip Glass, David Byrne, and his longtime collaborator Merce Cunningham. His work and ideas have influenced not only the world of music but also dance, painting, printmaking, video art, and poetry.

When the Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten published the cartoons of the prophet Mohammed nine years ago, Denmark found itself at the center of a global battle about the freedom of speech. The paper's culture editor, Flemming Rose, defended the decision to print the 12 drawings, and he quickly came to play a central part in the debate about the limitations to freedom of speech in the 21st century.

Between Surface and Silence is a reflective art podcast exploring the meeting point of beauty, sculpture, and mindfulness. Hosted by artist Kevin Doberstein, the show journeys into organic abstraction, the sculptor’s philosophy of form, and the quiet spaces that shape both art and life. Season 1, The Shape of Stillness, invites listeners to slow down and consider how silence, material, and time guide the creative process. Whether you are an artist, a seeker of meaning, or simply curious about the meditative side of creativity, this podcast offers a space to pause and see differently.

More is at stake in the music we listen to or perform than most people are aware. In this vivacious and challenging work, Dr. Peter Kwasniewski—a philosopher, theologian, composer, conductor, and singer—explains why the great classical music of Western civilization is morally and intellectually good for us, as well as why certain other forms of music can actually be harmful.

Le Grand Silence est un podcast qui parle des films dont les autres ne parlent pas. A chaque numéro, nous examinons les sorties cinéma du mois, pour y trouver des films qui risquent de passer inaperçus, à tort. Nous proposons aussi un dossier sur des sujets divers : cela peut être une thématique, comme la filmographie d'un ou une réalisatrice.

Vous êtes passionnés de cinéma, ou alors vous êtes juste curieux, cette émission est faite pour vous !Nous sommes étudiants à l'ESJ et nous vous présentons notre podcast spécial cinéma

Cosmic comic book discussion and songs from Gary Lactus and The Beast Must Die of Mindlessones.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pendant des années, l’École de la Cité de Luc Besson a incarné le rêve ultime pour des centaines de jeunes passionnés de cinéma. Une école gratuite. Sans diplôme obligatoire. Une promesse d’égalité dans un milieu réputé fermé. Mais derrière les plateaux de tournage, les...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. There is a particular kind of evening that most people know. The day is done but the mind isn't. Too restless for silence, too tired for anything that asks much of it. The body wants to sleep. The brain has other ideas. This audiobook was made for that...

In this “by ear” lesson, you will learn a neo-classical arrangement of “The Sound of Silence”. This solo is based upon the '60s pop hit by Simon and Garfunkel. This lesson begins with a full demonstration of the song to listen to and play along with. Then, each phrase of the song is taught “by ear” in detail so you learn it quickly and memorize it as you go. 

The audio drama adaptation of the 2012 novel “Waiting in the Silence” by Rosalyn Berne. On the island of Nantucket a woman named Oriana disconnects herself from the ubiquitous, conscious AI known as “VISHNEW.” To protect her unborn child from a court-mandated in utero connection of the fetus to VISHNEW, Oriana attempts to hide. But VISHNEW’s gaze is everywhere so her flight to freedom is dubious. An eerily prescient, post-apocalyptic tale about AI in a world ravaged by climate change, where a woman’s fertility becomes a currency.

Taking on a case that has been deemed un-chargeable, Special Victims Unit Detective Janssen pledges to find justice for a young female victim, never imagining what he would uncover in the path of his investigation.

Dive into the intriguing world of a young Benjamin Franklin, who, while working as an apprentice for his brother James at The New-England Courant, faced the challenge of being unheard. Frustrated by his brothers refusal to publish his writings, the fifteen-year-old Franklin took matters into his own hands. Under the clever pseudonym Silence Dogood, he penned a series of fourteen letters, each released fortnightly from April to December of 1722. These letters not only showcased his wit and intellect but also provided keen insights into the societal issues of his time. Join us on this journey ...

Wrong thinking produces inharmony in our body, which in turn produces sickness. Our bodies sometimes are instantly re-harmonized while in the Silence. In the Silence our minds become passive, open, free and loving, at which time the Infinite Master of harmony touches the mental chords of our being and we are well. - Summary by David Van Bush

In the untamed wilderness of the Great West, legends come to life. Meet Red Pierre, a rugged frontiersman with a heart as fierce as the wild horses he rides, and his enigmatic counterpart, McGurk, the phantom gunfighter whose aim is said to be unmatched. Their lives intertwine against a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes and treacherous challenges, where every encounter could be their last. 'Riders of the Silences' immerses listeners in a world where courage and destiny collide. As the sun sets over the horizon, the stakes rise. Pierre battles not just the elements but also the shadows of ...

various stories about children coming to America from various Latin countries

Immerse yourself in the rugged landscapes of the Wild West, where themes of revenge, honor, and the relentless pursuit of justice come alive. "Riders of the Silences" invites you to explore the lives of gunfighters and outlaws as they navigate a world rife with conflict and moral ambiguity. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating collection of stories that capture the essence of this legendary era. From the icy northern frontiers to the dusty trails of lawless towns, these narratives reveal the indomitable spirit of those who ride the silences between gunshots and...

Some people have a way of understanding us without asking us to explain every little thing. They notice when our silence feels different, when we're quieter than usual, and instead of asking endless questions, they simply stay. This episode is about that quiet kind of comfort. The kind that comes from being around someone who makes you feel safe enough to stop pretending that everything is okay. Maybe being understood isn't always about finding the perfect words. Sometimes, it's simply about finding someone who understands what your silence is trying to say.

In the heart of England, Edward Royle, the head of a prestigious chemical manufacturing company, is on the verge of marrying Phrida Shand, the daughter of his fathers former business partner. One fateful night, his friend, the enigmatic Sir Digby Kemsley—a renowned railroad engineer—invites him to his flat for a mysterious discussion. After a brief visit, Royle is summoned back urgently, only to find a stranger in Kemsley’s place. Trusting his friend becomes a dangerous gamble when a young woman is murdered in Kemsley’s flat, and Kemsley mysteriously vanishes. Complicating matters ...