The Lake Shore Central School District is proud to announce the worldwide publication of Champions of the Sky a Symphonic Band work commissioned by High School Band Director Eric Blodgett for the Lake Shore High School Band This powerful and soaring piece was composed by internationally renowned composer and film orchestrator Rossano Galante a Grand Island native with ties to the Lake Shore community and a long-standing friendship with Lake Shore Band Director Eric Blodgett “This has been a dream in the making for many years,” said Eric Blodgett Lake Shore Central Schools Music Department Chairman and High School Band Director “I knew early on that I wanted to leave something lasting for our students and excellence of the Lake Shore Band Program Rossano was the perfect composer to bring that vision to life.” The idea for this special commission began more than a decade ago when Mr Blodgett set out to find the right composer to create a lasting musical legacy for the Lake Shore Band Program After years of inviting top-tier composers to work with the band and watching the talent and dedication of his students grow Blodgett turned to his college bandmate and University at Buffalo and USC graduate Rossano Galante whose impressive resume includes film orchestration work on some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters Galante was so inspired by his visit and the students he worked with during the spring of 2022 he rearranged his schedule to ensure that Lake Shore students could premiere the piece while still in high school — a rare honor “Rossano worked with our high school and middle school bands and our students made such an impression on him that he moved his projects around to make this happen sooner,” Blodgett said “That’s how special our students and our program are It’s something I’ll never forget.” Blodgett and Galante shaped a piece that reflects the spirit and strength of Lake Shore students incorporating musical elements that pay homage to the school’s mascot inspiration came from one of their own — then-freshman Bailey Burke — who offered the title Champions of the Sky a name that perfectly captured the piece’s majestic energy “Rossano and I were really struggling with the title,” Blodgett admitted “And then Bailey — just a freshman at the time — came up with Champions of the Sky no royalties for Bailey or Lake Shore — but she’ll always know she named a piece that’s now part of band repertoire worldwide.” The Lake Shore High School Band officially premiered Champions of the Sky at their 2023 Spring Concert with Galante present to hear the final product of their collaboration the true debut performance took place a few months earlier when the band performed the piece at the OrlandoFest National Music Festival in Florida where they took home the Grand Championship “It was an incredible moment,” said Blodgett “To see our students perform something that was written just for them — and then to win the Grand Championship at a national festival with that very piece — it was beyond anything I could have hoped for.” Now published globally by Alfred Music Publishing and available through major retailers including J.W Champions of the Sky will live on for generations “This is a piece that will be played by high schools and professional bands for years to come,” Blodgett said That’s something really special.” Each score and part of the piece sold will list the following: “Commissioned by the Lake Shore High School Bands and Music Boosters for their years of dedication and service Pepper’s website or by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=za2fOM1Eocg – In recognition of the importance of mental health for individuals of all ages Copyright © 2025 Ogden Newspapers of New York | https://www.observertoday.com | PO Box 391 « Back Saxophonist Harry Allen (left) and pianist Rossano Sportiello will perform an evening of jazz at Highfield Hall on April 27 will present a night of jazz with Harry Allen on tenor saxophone accompanied by Rossano Sportiello on piano on Sunday Allen has performed at jazz festivals and clubs worldwide and has garnered numerous awards and accolades Allen has more than 40 recordings under his own name including three that have won Gold Disc Awards from Swing Journal Magazine and has appeared on countless other recordings with jazz and pop legends Sportiello started playing the piano at age 9 and started playing professionally at 16 He has performed all over the United States and Europe and has played with many of the world’s finest jazz luminaries Sportiello has appeared on more than 40 albums Tickets are $55, or $45 for members of the museum. 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Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist A look back at what was making headlines years ago An e-newsletter with Bourne news sent each Wednesday Receive notices of breaking news for the Upper Cape An e-newsletter with Falmouth news sent each Tuesday A Monday morning e-newsletter with stories that readers might have overlooked in Friday's editions and a roundup of the stories that attracted the most attention on the Enterprise's website during the past week An e-newsletter with Mashpee news sent each Wednesday An e-newsletter with Sandwich news sent each Wednesday An e-newsletter sent on Thursdays highlighting local entertainment for the coming week A good news e-newsletter delivered every Saturday morning.   A Friday e-newsletter with headlines from all four Upper Cape towns Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account A new study from UC San Diego’s Comparative Cognition Lab shows that dogs trained to use soundboards to “talk” are capable of making two-word button combinations that go beyond random behavior or simple imitation of their owners. Published in the journal Scientific Reports from Springer Nature, the study analyzed data from 152 dogs over 21 months capturing more than 260,000 button presses — 195,000 of which were made by the dogs themselves “This is the first scientific study to analyze how dogs actually use soundboards,” said lead researcher Federico Rossano, associate professor of cognitive science at UC San Diego and director of the Comparative Cognition Lab “The findings reveal that dogs are pressing buttons purposefully to express their desires and needs these sequences are not random but instead seem to reflect specific requests.” The study observed that the buttons most commonly used were related to essential needs with words such as “outside,” “treat,” “play,” and “potty.” Notably combinations like “outside” + “potty” or “food” + “water” were used in meaningful ways occurring more frequently than expected by chance this research offers a new way to better understand their pets’ needs “While dogs already communicate some of these needs,” Rossano said “soundboards could allow for more precise communication Instead of barking or scratching at the door a dog may be able to tell you exactly what it wants even combining concepts like ‘outside’ and ‘park’ or ‘beach.’ This could improve companionship and strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners.” Data was collected via the FluentPet mobile app where owners logged their dogs’ button presses in real time The research team selected 152 dogs with over 200 logged button presses each to analyze patterns of use were used to determine whether button combinations were random The results showed that multi-button presses occurred in patterns significantly different from random chance supporting the idea of deliberate communication The researchers also compared dogs’ button presses to those of their owners and found that dogs were not simply imitating human behavior buttons like “I love you” were far less frequently pressed by dogs than by their people While the study provides evidence of intentional two-button combinations Future investigations will explore whether dogs can use buttons to refer to the past or future—such as a missing toy—or combine buttons creatively to communicate concepts for which they lack specific words “We want to know if dogs can use these soundboards to express ideas beyond their immediate needs it would drastically change how we think about animal intelligence and communication.” Rossano’s co-authors on the study are Amalia P now at Johns Hopkins University; Zachary N now at UC Davis; and Lucas Naranjo with CleverPet Bastos’ work on the study was supported in part by Johns Hopkins’ Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program While Bastos and Houghton have previously served as consultants to CleverPet and Naranjo currently works for the company which manufactures the FluentPet mobile app and soundboard devices the research design and analysis were conducted independently Maybe soccer should give points for degree of difficulty Sterling pushed forward and Quentin Rossano scored with nine minutes to play to lift Sterling to an improbable 2-1 NJSIAA Group 2 semifinal home win over Robbinsville Sterling will face Harrison on Sunday at Franklin High School for the NJSIAA Group 2 title down two men," Sterling coach Pete Marlys said "We knew that we had to find moments to risk it Reached during the team's post-game celebration at a local restaurant Marlys can be excused for being a bit shaky on the details the school district's inhouse television department posted the game online Rossano's game-winner came two minutes after a red card was assessed for a foul outside the top of the Sterling penalty area Robbinsville committed a foul 40 yards from the goal to set the events in motion Ethan Weitzel sent the free kick wide left of the goal where Jesus Blanco headed it across the mouth of the goal and to the feet of Jason Camardo As the defense looked to Camardo the ball found the foot of Rossano it's a group of boys that were relentless in seeking a group goal," Marlys said "The hard part about coaching soccer is you don't have time outs "So much of the prep is done on the training ground Who prepares to play down two men in a state semifinal but you trust that the players understand the game to a level that they sort of know how to approach it moving forward Sterling had to survive nine more minutes without surrendering a game-tying goal "You don't see it often in high school soccer and they're essentially forced to allow a team to enter their zone and play balls in the box," Marlys said made two massive saves in the last 10 minutes We pride ourselves on our culture at Sterling As improbable as the game-winning goal was just getting back to even was a near-miracle And that's not even considering that Robbinsville failed to convert on two penalty kicks a Silver Knights player was assessed his second yellow card meaning Sterling would complete the game with no more than 10 players the rest of the way a Bright John try hit the post but went to Rossano Jason Camardo cleared a loose ball away from the keeper but a Ravens defender cleared it right to the foot of Carson Wiley The Silver Knights had no conception that things would only get stranger Tom Rimback grew up reading the Burlington County Times and Courier Post sports sections and began writing for the BCT in 1996 He has covered everything from Super Bowls and Final Fours to Tri-County Swimming but he’s happiest on a sideline interviewing South Jersey scholastic athletes Email him with story ideas at tomrimback@gmail.com and support local journalism with a subscription to the Courier-Post The combination of tenor-saxophonist Harry Allen and drummer Bryan Carter (who takes an occasional vocal) is certainly a hit throughout their new It Takes 3 CD who has long since joined Scott Hamilton at the top of the last few decades’ swing tenors and Sportiello (a master at swing and stride) can always be relied upon to provide rewarding music The lesser-known but talented Carter provides background fireworks and colorful interaction with the two lead voices Whether it is “Runnin’ Wild,” “Exactly Like You,” “It’s You Or No One,” or the swing era hit “It Seems I Heard That Song Before,” the trio creates plenty of swinging excitement Sportiello (“It’s Sunny In Cape Cod”) and Allen (“Each And Every Yesterday”) contribute an original apiece and the trio jams happily on Arnett Cobb’s “Kathy’s Blues.” This recording is as enjoyable as one would expect which means that anyone interested in spirited mainstream jazz simply has to get a copy Since 1975 Scott Yanow has been a regular reviewer of albums in many jazz styles He has written for many jazz and arts magazines He has written an in-depth biography on Dizzy Gillespie for AllMusic.com over 900 liner notes for CDs and over 20,000 reviews of jazz recordings Yanow was a contributor to and co-editor of the third edition of the All Music Guide to Jazz the New York City Jazz Record and other publications Donate to Living on Earth!Living on Earth is an independent media program and relies entirely on contributions from listeners and institutions supporting public service. 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feel “like a pogo stick sometimes” when he gets himself too collected Even with his outwardly challenging characteristics Cosmo has proven himself to be a show-ring superstar thanks to Rossano’s skilled riding under the direction of her trainers “Stephen and I have figured out his exact program,” said Cheska and then you can go and win at Pony Finals Sienna has to put the jumps together perfectly Rossano is a veteran Pony Finals competitor now in her fourth year at the show My favorite part of Pony Finals is riding in the Rolex Stadium My other favorite thing is the golf cart parade,” she said adding that her barn has a Taylor Swift Eras Tour-themed golf cart planned for Thursday evening’s big event Rossano’s victory with her superstar pony is a milestone that happened to take place the day before their two-year anniversary as a partnership It was at the 2022 Pony Finals that Cosmo came into her life Overnight leaders Currie Cooper (Point Clear Ala.) and Paris Charm (Halifax x Telynau Dawn Chorus) added an excellent over fences round to their model and under saddle scores placing second in the over fences and reserve champion overall for their section Cooper and the 2008 Welsh Pony mare owned by JJ Torano have been a partnership for about a year under the direction of trainer Richard Cunkle Cooper said that she wasn’t nervous for her ride today despite the pressure of coming in at the top of the class she said that her trainer’s last piece of advice to her before she entered the ring with “Paris” was to “have fun.” It was advice she successfully employed “My favorite part of Pony Finals is seeing all my friends and having fun,” she said “Paris is pretty easy to ride,” Cooper said Sometimes you have to remind her to keep going when she’s quiet.” Paris is a total professional who rarely puts a foot out of place But that part of Cooper and Paris’s partnership has improved over their year together “I got a photo last week of me hugging her and she lets me pet her while I’m on her now,” Cooper added Conn.) and Play Date (Holyoake Czar x Goldengrove Petals) a 2015 Welsh Pony cross gelding owned by El Manto LLC finished the large and competitive division in third place The Plaid Horse is a print and digital publishing company providing exceptional coverage for the hunter/jumper/breeding disciplines at reasonable rates and suppliers to the industry through horse show and event coverage Contact us: news@theplaidhorse.com Sign up for The TPH Newsletter and receive fresh inspiration from the hunter jumper world I would like to receive emails from The Plaid Horse Magazine Italian teams earn five of the six medals at home-based Corigliano Rossano Futures Latvia’s Samoilovs & Relins take the sixth Orsi Toth & Bianchi and Dal Corso & Viscovich win the women’s and the men’s trophies Five of the six medals at the Corigliano Rossano Futures on the Beach Pro Tour went to home teams from Italy Eleonora Sestini & Erika Ditta and Valentina Cali & Jessica Allegretti lined up on the women’s podium while Latvia’s Mihails Samoilovs & Arnis Relins squeezed in between gold medallists Gianluca Dal Corso & Marco Viscovich and bronze medallists Tobia Marchetto & Jakob Windisch on the men’s podium 25-year-old Reka Orsi Toth and 22-year-old Giada Bianchi picked up their first Beach Pro Tour gold they collected one silver and two bronze medals all from Futures events taking place in Italy Orsi Toth & Bianchi went through the Corigliano Rossano tournament on a 5-1 win-loss record 21-15) win over 10th-seeded qualifiers Cali & Allegretti and in the final (pictured in the main photo; credits: cev.eu) 25-23) victory over eighth-seeded qualifiers Sestini & Ditta 21-year-old Sestini and 23-year-old Ditta achieved a 2-0 (21-16 21-15) victory over fourth-seeded Marta Ozolina & Luize Skrastina of Latvia to complete a run of five consecutive wins including one over Orsi Toth & Bianchi in the pool stage and secure their first Beach Pro Tour medal Cali & Allegretti bounced back with a 2-1 (21-15 15-10) win over Ozolina & Skrastina in the third-place match to decorate the pair’s Beach Pro Tour debut with bronze The 2024 Corigliano Rossano Futures women’s podium 23-year-old Italians Dal Corso & Viscovich claimed their second Beach Pro Tour gold and sixth overall medal since they teamed up last season All of their podiums were also achieved at Futures events at home in Italy the top-seeded pair cruised through their five matches without dropping a set 21-9) sweep of their semifinal against Argentinean qualifiers Ramiro Sancer & Julian Amado Azaad Dal Corso & Viscovich beat fifth-seeded Latvians Samoilovs & Relins by 2-0 (21-14 In their first appearance on the tour together Samoilovs & Relins finished on a 4-2 win-loss record 15-13) comeback against second-seeded Marchetto & Windisch 21-17) win over Sancer & Azaad for the bronze The 2024 Corigliano Rossano Futures men’s podium 25 women’s and 25 men’s teams representing a total of 19 different countries took part in the Corigliano Rossano Futures there will be two Futures events – in Warsaw Corigliano Rossano Futures: results and standings The FIVB is the governing body responsible for all forms of Volleyball on a global level Working closely with national federations and private enterprises to develop Volleyball as a popular media and entertainment sport FIVB Fédération Internationale de Volleyball Château Les Tourelles Edouard-Sandoz 2-4 1006 Lausanne Switzerland Phone: +41 213 453 535 Fax: +41 213 453 545 Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab) Leave empty if the image is purely decorative The study is the first empirical paper to emerge from the world’s largest longitudinal project on button-trained pets led by UC San Diego If you’ve seen those viral social media videos of dogs using soundboard buttons to “talk,” you’re not alone These buttons have taken the pet world by storm leading to impressive and sometimes seemingly miraculous feats shared across platforms like TikTok and Instagram or are they just responding to cues from their owners this is the first empirical study emerging from the world’s largest longitudinal project on button-trained pets Rossano, who is also featured in the popular new Netflix documentary “Inside the Mind of a Dog,” emphasizes that this research is just one step in his lab’s ongoing investigation of interspecies communication Key findings: The study shows that dogs trained to use soundboards responded appropriately to words like “play” and “outside,” regardless of whether the words were spoken by their owners or triggered by pressing a button as well as whether the buttons were pressed by the owner or an unrelated person This suggests that dogs are not merely “reading” their owners’ body language or presence but are indeed processing the words “This study addresses public skepticism about whether dogs truly understand what the buttons mean,” said Rossano “Our findings are important because they show that words matter to dogs and that they respond to the words themselves The research involved two complementary experiments with researchers visiting 30 dogs’ homes across the country to test their responses to soundboard buttons The second experiment utilized citizen science where 29 dog owners conducted the trials themselves at home under remote guidance The study’s methodology was rigorously pre-registered and analysis plans before any data was collected reduces the risk of cherry-picking results and aligns with a growing movement in cognitive science and psychology to increase scientific rigor and reduce the likelihood of bias or fraud “We’re just scratching the surface in this study Future studies explore how dogs actively use these buttons including the meaning and systematicity behind sequences of button presses Our research underscores the importance of studying animals in their home environment providing a more ecologically valid understanding of their abilities.” ongoing research project involving thousands of participants worldwide Upcoming research will delve deeper into how dogs spontaneously use soundboard buttons further illuminating the complexities of dog cognition and communication The paper’s first author is Amalia Bastos a former postdoc at UC San Diego now a postdoc at Johns Hopkins University The study was also conducted in collaboration with researchers from UC Davis and the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna The study data was collected in 2022 during the Omicron surge of the COVID-19 pandemic with participants generously opening their homes to researchers highlighting the growing public interest and engagement in citizen science This research was supported in part by a UC San Diego Academic Senate Research Grant  (RG103503) Home › Animal & Wildlife News By StudyFinds Staff Reviewed by Steve Fink (Photo by Unsplash+ in collaboration with Sandra Seitamaa) SAN DIEGO — If you’ve ever wished your dog could tell you exactly what they want instead of barking at the door, science has good news. A study analyzing how dogs use the app “FluentPet” reveals that dogs can learn to “talk” using soundboards — and they’re doing it with remarkable intentionality The research represents the first scientific study to analyze how dogs use communication soundboards Conducted by scientists from the University of California San Diego’s Comparative Cognition Lab and Johns Hopkins University the team analyzed data from 152 pet dogs who used the communication devices in their homes These soundboards, which have gained significant popularity on social media, consist of buttons that play pre-recorded human words or phrases when pressed. The scope of the study was impressive: researchers examined over 260,000 button presses over 21 months, with 195,000 of those presses made by the dogs themselves “This is the first scientific study to analyze how dogs actually use soundboards,” explains Federico Rossano, associate professor of cognitive science at UC San Diego and director of the Comparative Cognition Lab, in a statement. “The findings reveal that dogs are pressing buttons purposefully to express their desires and needs, not just imitating their owners these sequences are not random but instead seem to reflect specific requests.” To understand how these soundboards work in practice, consider a dog who needs to go outside to relieve itself. Rather than simply barking or scratching at the door – traditional ways dogs communicate their needs – dogs using soundboards can press specific buttons to convey their precise intentions The study found that combinations like “outside” + “potty” or “food” + “water” occurred more frequently than random chance would predict The research team collected this data through the FluentPet mobile app where owners logged their dogs’ button presses in real time they focused on dogs who had made at least 200 recorded interactions Using advanced statistical methods and computer simulations the researchers could determine whether button combinations were random One particularly fascinating finding emerged when researchers compared dogs’ button choices to those of their owners. The analysis revealed that dogs weren’t simply copying their humans’ patterns. For instance, while humans frequently pressed the “I love you” button suggesting they were making their own distinct choices about which buttons to press The most commonly used buttons related to essential needs and desires, with words such as “outside,” “treat,” “play,” and “potty” topping the list Of the nearly 195,000 recorded dog button presses about 29% were combinations of multiple buttons indicating that dogs weren’t just making simple one-word requests but potentially attempting more complex communications What makes this study particularly compelling is that these patterns emerged despite each dog’s soundboard being unique in terms of button placement and available words This suggests that dogs were truly learning to associate specific buttons with their desired outcomes rather than just pressing whatever was convenient the research team has even more ambitious goals “We want to know if dogs can use these soundboards to express ideas beyond their immediate needs it would drastically change how we think about animal intelligence and communication.” From basic commands to button combinations, dogs continue to push the boundaries of interspecies communication The question is no longer whether dogs can learn to “talk” to us but rather: what will they tell us when we give them the right tools to speak The researchers collected data through a mobile application where dog owners reported button presses made by both their dogs and themselves whether watching live or reviewing recorded videos The data was organized into broad concept categories (for example “kibble,” “dinner,” and “food” were all grouped under “FOOD”) The team then used sophisticated statistical models to analyze the patterns of button presses looking at both individual buttons and two-button combinations dogs’ button presses weren’t random – they showed consistent patterns that differed from what you’d expect by chance certain two-button combinations appeared more frequently than others across different households there was only a minimal correlation between which buttons dogs pressed and which ones their owners used suggesting dogs weren’t simply copying their humans which could introduce bias – owners might be more likely to report “interesting” button presses than mundane ones the study only included dogs with significant soundboard experience (200+ interactions) so the results might not represent all dogs’ potential ability to use these devices The research also couldn’t definitively determine whether dogs understood the meanings of the words they were triggering The research suggests that dogs can use soundboards deliberately and shows that their button pressing isn’t just random or imitative This opens up new questions about canine cognitive abilities and the potential for human-animal communication Future research will need to investigate whether dogs truly understand the meanings of the buttons they press and whether they’re using them with communicative intent The research was supported by the Johns Hopkins Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program Two of the authors previously consulted for CleverPet a company that produces these communication devices for pets The data was obtained through a data sharing agreement between CleverPet This article contains affiliate marketing links in which StudyFinds earns a commission if a purchase is made StudyFinds sets out to find new research that speaks to mass audiences — without all the scientific jargon summarized versions of research that are intended to inform the reader as well as stir civil but always thoroughly reviewed and edited by a Study Finds staff member transparent research summaries that are intended to inform the reader as well as stir civil educated debate. We do not agree nor disagree with any of the studies we post we encourage our readers to debate the veracity of the findings themselves. All articles published on StudyFinds are vetted by our editors prior to publication and include links back to the source or corresponding journal article Youtube has many videos of cats using sound buttons to communicate Todd’s owner has been very active in teaching Todd to talk…and is up the 5 word sentences ©2025 Study Finds. 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Privacy Policy • Disclosure Policy • Do Not Sell My Personal Information ShareSaveCommentLifestyleStyle & BeautyAsaya Hong Kong: A Wellness Oasis At The Heart Of Victoria DocksideByBianca Salonga Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights 05:26am EDTShareSaveCommentAsaya is a wellness oasis located 6th and 7th floors of Rosewood Hotel in Hong Kong There are countless reasons to visit Hong Kong It has also emerged as the region’s center for culture Through expat friends who have relocated there I’ve discovered other facets of Hong Kong that are less known to most lies a wellness culture and consciousness that endeavors to cultivate mindfulness and sense of balance On a recent trip to one of my favorite Asian destinations, rest and rejuvenation at Asaya was the only thing on the itinerary It was the first time that had I traveled to the vibrant and the experience revealed more reason to keep returning to Hong Kong Curated retail finds at the arrival area of Asaya Retail therapy is part of the Asaya experience I arrived at the 6th floor of the Rosewood Hotel early in the afternoon Walnut elevator doors decked with art deco patterns opened to reveal an expansive wellness oasis removed from the hectic energy outside Occupying two floors of the Rosewood Hotel Asaya Hong is a 40,000 square feet wellness center which was designed and built to offer city dwellers and travelers an escape from modern living Pillars of holistic wellness inform the unique features and configuration of the entire space I was treated to 48 uninterrupted hours of pampering and relaxation I checked into the Asaya Lodge on the 7th Floor a little after lunch my suite was appointed with all the amenities that I could possibly need for a restorative retreat in the city An ante room and wellness bar was laid out with healthy nibbles and homebrewed herbal teas Books on mindfulness had also been integrated into the space It inspired quiet solitude and less screen time guests stay here for one or two nights so that they can enjoy our customized wellness programs or retreats.” An elegant walk-in closet adjoined the master suite and bath spa A door at the back led to my suite’s very own treatment room “The Lodges were designed so that guests don’t ever have to leave their rooms for their treatments This unique feature allows you to really slow down it was the thoughtful details that made my stay at Asaya Lodge truly unforgettable pillow linens have been monogrammed with my initials The same had been done with the fluffy robes that hung next to the twin showers So we took the liberty of placing mats in your suite in case you might want to practice before your treatment this afternoon to tomorrow in the morning,” added Vicky Barbara Sturm in available at Asaya Hong Kong The rest of the day had been blocked off for a Glow Facial High Touch Facial. Dr. Barbara Sturm treatments and products are known for their science backed They are formulated to counter inflammation at the cellular level “My philosophy is that every skincare routine should combat inflammation [It] should be packed with the highest optimal doses of active compounds and void of aggressive ingredients It is important to heal rather than to attack your skin Sturm is a beauty pioneer who spearheaded anti-inflammatory treatments for skincare She also created the Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) facial otherwise known as the Blood or Vampire Facial facial treatments integrate the good doctor’s clean and efficacious products with non-invasive skin care protocols and techniques The Glow Facial was designed and developed by Dr Sturm herself especially for the wellness oasis Inspired by the well-loved Sturmglow treatment this facial integrates the most soothing anti-aging and lymphatic drainage techniques with LED Light Therapy The 90-minute skin pampering experience began with a thorough skin assessment The one-one-on consultation helped to identify current skin concerns and goals “We will focus on boosting hydration and skin rejuvenation,” determined my skilled facialist as she led me to the massage bed She gently began to massage my scalp to help relax the muscles on my face Makeup Remover was then applied onto the face using lymphatic massage strokes This was followed by an Enzyme Cleanser for gentle but my facialist’s expert hands were light to the touch By the time a layer of deeply hydrating Face Mask was applied onto the face LED Light Therapy was utilized to help boost skin regeneration Exposure to this regenerating light stimulated skin cells and prepared the surface for an generous application of Dr Each one in the personalized skin cocktail was selected by my therapist to deeply hydrate reduce the appearance of fine lines and protect skin barrier This was accompanied by a lifting face massage which applied pressure on specific points of the face Barbara Sturm's award winning Hyaluronic Serum Barbara Sturm The Better B Niacinamide Serum Sturm’s iconic Glow Drops topped off this skin nourishing experience This anti-aging hero is formulated with Rose Extracts and Purslane to bring back skin’s radiance and moisture a youthful glow that no amount of makeup could ever replicate illuminated the face It was just the kind of beauty prep I needed before a delicious blue-zone inspired dinner at Asaya Kitchen I headed to the Asaya Kitchen just in time to catch the sunset over the harbor and the property’s infinity pool Known among discerning diners for its Mediterranean menu and ethos for sustainable sourcing the restaurant was packed for dinner service Organic wines and fresh nectars were served as a prelude to dishes that showcase the diversity of olive oil Exceptional dishes from Asaya Kitchen that merit another visit include: Focaccia Bun with Cantabarian Anchovies Zucchini Blossom and Spirulina Olive Oil Spread Zucchini Blossom and Spirulina Olive Oil Spread Seaweed Tagliolini with Razor Clams and Lagoustine Tartare Spanish Sea Bass with Quinoa Risotto and Green Zucchini I returned to my lodge that night feeling satisfied and grateful for the opportunity to take some time off from work As soon as my head hit the linen sheets and my monogrammed pillow I was immediately transported to dreamland The early flight back to Manila had been moved down to a later hour to accommodate a cut and treatment at the newly-opened Rossano Ferretti Hair Spa Known for his signature Ferretti Metodo or “invisible” cut Rossano is the celebrated maestro behind the iconic hairstyles of Kate Middleton Talk in the beauty space about his life-changing $1,500 was the impetus for extending my trip to Hong Kong for a few more hours I was curious to know how this experience would differ from the other hair treatments and haircuts I’ve had in the past I’ve always believed in investing in a good haircut and reliable stylist My philosophy has always been that it’s the high maintenance treatments that allow us to be low maintenance on the daily As I sat in the chair of the hair spa’s salon manager we discussed the need for a haircut and color that required the least amount of styling or retouching our goal is always to bring out that natural beauty of hair.” The haircare line of Rossano Ferretti are formulated using only the finest More is a reflection of their philosophy of treating hair with the same care and attention as skin “We source from only the best hair suppliers for our hair spas,” he stated had nary a trace of ammonia’s pungent scent “This is why we only use the highest quality natural ingredients and products,” affirmed Luca a hair mask was also applied onto the ends This unique process significantly cut down waiting time without compromising results Luca began to demonstrate the Ferretti Metodo Cut it’s time to dance with hair,” he announced Following the natural shape and nuanced movement of hair “We also call it the invisible haircut because you do not see where one layer ends and begins.” was supported by a few spritz of Volumising Spray at the roots and a tiny drop of Protect and Shine at the tips I stepped out of the hair spa with voluminous I’ve been wearing my hair down and celebrating my best hair era everyday The Metodo Cut has significantly minimized the need for professional blowouts and hair styling it was after sporting the haircut of A-listers that I began to receive the most compliments about my wavy locks This author begins her Best Hair Era after a cut color and hair treatment at the Rossano Ferretti .. I boarded the red eye flight feeling rested and energized by the wellness experiences that Asaya Hong Kong had to offer There was barely any need for concealer or foundation powder Hair had been resurrected from the ponytail graveyard Barbara Sturm’s The Glow Facial and Rossano Ferretti Metodo Cut as two more reasons to return to Hong Kong Study described as ‘necessary first step’ in discovering whether dogs and humans can use push-button devices to communicate It has become a hot-button topic among dog lovers: can humans and canines communicate with each other using a soundboard Now researchers say they have taken the first steps towards finding out revealing that dogs trained to use such devices respond to the pre-recorded words just as they do to spoken words “Here we show that actually [dogs] do pay attention to the [soundboard] words and they produce appropriate behaviours independently of environmental cues and who produces the word,” said Prof Federico Rossano “While this study is most certainly not mind-blowing The uptake of push-button soundboards has boomed in recent years, with social media awash with videos of canines such as Bunny using the equipment But debate has swirled over whether such dogs are really responding to audio from the device or simply reacting to cues based on their owners’ behaviour or body language Rossano and colleagues report how they carried out two experiments involving a total of 59 dogs all of whom had been trained to use a soundboard a researcher used coloured stickers to cover the buttons on a dog’s soundboard pre-recorded for the words out/outside unaware of which button was which and unable to hear the words they produced Dog owners then carried out a similar experiment but in this case they varied between pressing one of the buttons or saying the word themselves The results reveal that the odds of the dogs displaying play-related behaviours was about seven times greater after the play/toy button was pushed than average for the three buttons with similar levels of appropriate behaviour for the out/outside buttons they showed no greater chance of showing food-related behaviours when the corresponding button was pushed the findings held regardless of whether a researcher or owner pressed the buttons and whether their owner pressed a button or spoke the same word The researchers are now studying whether dogs can push the correct button for specific situations work that they say could not only help probe the depth of the canines’ word comprehension but also shed light on whether such devices can be used for humans and dogs to communicate with each other the director of the Canine Science Collaboratory at Arizona State University described the new study as a “nothing burger” noting that the main finding was that dogs responded to certain verbal cues “There is nothing remarkable about that,” he said adding that the team only studied responses to three familiar words – and the dogs were only successful on two of them Wynne said the fact that the dogs had been trained to press buttons played no role in the current study while the research did not shed new light on what dogs understood when certain words were spoken said the study laid the groundwork for future research and showed – contrary to some suggestions – that the dogs were indeed responding to the audio from the buttons rather than cues from their owner “They really needed to show this,” she said “And now I think the community of scientists is waiting for the rest that’s going to be exciting.” This news feature is part of Dell Med’s Voices a series of profiles that highlight the people of Dell Med as they work to improve health with a unique focus on our community I’m fortunate to have grown up in a blend of two very different cultures I believe it gives me a unique ability to understand different perspectives I’ve realized the beauty in learning about other people’s lives and embracing our differences Historically, underrepresented groups have missed out on chances to explore orthopaedics. When we aren’t connected to resources, it’s extremely hard to embark on that journey. Pioneers such as Ruth Jackson and J. Robert Gladden, as well as organizations like The Perry Initiative have paved the way for women and minorities to pursue orthopaedics.It’s up to parents teachers and physicians to expose young students to a variety of careers Our physician colleagues who do not identify as underrepresented minorities also play an important role in this process It is crucial to have “he for she” advocates once these underrepresented groups enter the field As a leader in the Military and Sports Medicine Interest Group which includes Dell Med students interested in the field I have made it a priority to engage with high school and undergraduate students through community service It makes a world of difference knowing that there are individuals and societies determined to help aspiring physician-leaders and I aim to contribute by being an advocate for the future generation I have patients to thank for keeping the dream alive Many women have expressed to me why it’s important to them to be cared for by a woman physician Diversity improves relationships and patient outcomes Diversity in medicine has measurable effects on improving trust in patient-physician relationships Women and ethnic minorities have not always been welcomed or encouraged in traditionally male-dominated fields Individuals and societies within orthopaedic surgery are making active efforts to inspire students to pursue careers that they may not have otherwise considered the path to orthopaedics may seem unattainable I aspire to reach students early to provide direction and encouragement — as others have done for me Want updates about Dell Med and the larger health ecosystem 2024 | US Equestrian Communications Department The first national champions have been crowned at the 2024 USEF Pony Finals presented by Marshall & Sterling The Medium Regular and Small Green sections concluded their championships with Wednesday’s over fences rounds and the Small Regular section got started with model and under saddle phases Photo – Sienna Rossano and High Tops (©Avery Wallace/US Equestrian) USEF Medium Regular Pony Hunter National Championship USEF Small Green Pony Hunter National Championship A beautiful performance in the over fences phase secured Lilly Herzog and Boca’s Entourage the top spot in a field of 56 combinations in the USEF Small Green Pony Hunter National Championship Ohio) and the 2016 Welsh cross gelding (EMC Entourage x Raquel) owned by Ponies and Palms Show Stables earned a score of 510.70 in the over fences along with scores of 246.21 in the model phase and 269.85 in the under saddle phase Their overall score of 1026.76 clinched Boca’s Entourage’s first Pony Finals title The 121 entries in the Kickapoo Ponies/USEF Small Regular Pony Hunters got their first go in front of the judges on Wednesday with the model and under saddle phases starting off the day Mo.) showed her own 2015 Welsh Pony gelding Royal Legacy (Cadlanvalley Rio x Telynau Royal Gala) to a first-place finish in the model Reilly Robertson earned the second-place score with Clovermeade Heartthrob (Clovercrofts Hero of the Heart x Currituck Glory Be) a 2016 Welsh Pony cross mare owned by Robertson Family LLC Mo.) took the third-place ribbon with Lemoncello (Lemonshill Royal Flight x New Challenge Grace) Christina Tenhunfeld’s 2009 Welsh Pony gelding Schedule and Results | USEF Pony Finals Event Page Mary O'Neal is our "Go To Girl" Ocala Realtor for buying With twenty years in "The Horse Capital of the World" she's the starting point for all searches An equine "Spa in a Bottle" with plant-based products and essential oils for health and wellness Registered properties of HorsesDaily®Inc. 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Unless otherwise noted. ©1997 - 2025 horsesdaily.com and dressagedaily.com Enter your email address and we will send you a link to change your password This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors It was Rubicondi's ex-wife who continued to care for him while he was secretly ill for the last year divorced less than a year after tying the knot in Palm Beach after an often long-distance marriage filled with many ups and downs Linda Marx is a writer and reporter for PEOPLE in the areas of entertainment She has been writing about these topics for more than 20 years An Italian news outlet reported that Ivana Trump's ex-husband Rossano Rubicondi had been ill for about a year before he died at age 49 Glenn Garner is a form writer-reporter who worked heavily with PEOPLE's Movies and TV verticals ShareSaveCommentLifestyleTravelRossano Ferretti, The Most Exclusive Hair Spa At Cheval Blanc ParisByCécilia Pelloux Rossano Ferretti on the rooftop of Cheval Blanc Paris Born in Campegine, a small village close to Parma in Northern Italy, Rossano Ferretti followed the path of his family and started to work at the age of 14 Rossano Ferretti has above all the talent to magnify the hair and has his feet on the ground He has cut the hair of the most beautiful top models and actresses around the world Salon Rossano Ferretti at Cheval Blanc Paris he travelled far and wide to enhance his understanding of hair and develop new techniques Rossano learnt the most famous haircut of the 70s: the feathered bob the curled voluminous blowout of Farrah Fawcett and the long straight hair and fringes of Jane Birkin “I started to cut the hair of all the women in my tiny village in Italy and I just fell in love with my work he worked with Armani on a fashion show and cut the hair of all the famous top models of the 90s era Rossano Ferretti doesn't cut the hair Rossano Ferretti opened his first salon in Parma in Italy his signature salon where he developed his haircare products with his team “It took nine years to make it work ; our products both for women and men are a combination of nature “Get your hair routine and you will see the difference” over the port of Monaco from les Thermes Marins Rossano Ferretti travels the world to spread his art of beauty in the most exclusive hotels The place comes naturally along with his chic and humble philosophy Rossano Ferretti in one of the suite of Cheval Blanc Paris “To be associated with Cheval Blanc is the ultimate match” the tailoring of our services for our clients go perfectly with the philosophy of Cheval Blanc.” The salon is located at the entrance of the sublime Dior Spa immaculate and luminous space where each guest is pampered to enjoy a unique moment of calm and excellent care The salon is a bubble of serenity and comfort Rossano Ferretti team transforms your suite into a cosy hair boudoir have your hair done and admire the magical views over The Seine river and La Conciergerie An article in the February 2021 issue of DOWNBEAT Magazine had this to say about the individual who will be the recipient of the 2024 Jazz Legend Award at the annual San Diego Jazz Party in Del Mar pianist Rossano Sportiello had mastered the repertoire of trad jazz from Jelly Roll Morton and Dixieland to Louis Armstrong and Fats Waller He did all this while growing up in Northern Italy learning from records and playing in European jazz bands beginning when he was 16 “Rossano was drawn to jazz primarily because of the trad style and the possibilities he heard in the freedom of improvisation and hearing improvisation was a revelation to him Exploring music styles beyond trad and stride is an ongoing source of inspiration and he incorporates all he has learned into his own playing.” “I met Barry Harris (New York’s dean of bebop pianists) when I was 26 and was so inspired to hear him play Jazz is a beautiful way of expressing yourself.’” Rossano cites Hank Jones for teaching him a valuable lesson “that you don’t have to bang the instrument to swing and that you can play softly with a couple fingers and still swing.” Trombonist-arranger Dan Barrett recalls his first encounter with Rossano a charming resort town located on Lake Maggiore near the Swiss-Italian border which annually hosts what is billed as Europe’s largest hot jazz festival One evening Dan was invited to sit in with an Italian big band that had a young man at the piano whom he had not met When the pianist finally had a chance to solo and he took the band to another whole level some of the best and most exciting I’d ever heard Dan kept in touch with Rossano after that introduction occasionally sending pieces of music he thought might be of interest recruited him to play in an American all-star group that he was leading the late Mat Domber of Arbors Records invited Rossano to perform at that year’s “March of Jazz” in Clearwater For seven years (1993-2000) Rossano toured Europe as a member of the Milano Jazz Gang playing the San Francisco style of jazz associated with Lu Watters and Turk Murphy when she was singing in a Barry Harris choir and who now works as a writer at the United Nations in New York City There are no musicians in Rossano’s immediate family Their son was attracted to the piano at an early age and by the age of eight was taking lessons from a next-door neighbor he came under the tutelage of classical pianist Carlo Villa a relationship that continued until Rossano’s 1996 graduation in classical piano from the local conservatory at the age of 22 Rossano refers to the late Ralph Sutton as “his Spiritual Father.” However, he feels his own style is a composite of all the great jazz piano players. “I like them all, and they all have much to offer. I don’t try to play exactly like Teddy Wilson because I cannot be somebody else Rossano displays a deep understanding of classical piano idioms and could very well be a first-class concert pianist in the classical world During his studies at the Milan Conservatory of Music he learned how to compose and how to orchestrate for a symphony orchestra He also is an excellent teacher and has been a guest instructor at clinics and jazz workshops both here in the United State and in Europe His first solo recording in 2003 was In the Dark where the liner notes gave a phonetic pronunciation of his name: Ro-SAH-no and “Sporty fellow” and offered the following description of the artist: “Rossano is a modest and courteous young man with a slender build that’s just perfect for the Italian suits and jackets in which he performs He has dark brown hair and wears a closely-trimmed beard and rim glasses that accent an already scholarly appearance His smile is like the Cheshire cat’s: ear-to-ear for he laughs a lot and has a wry sense of humor.” During the 18 months of “down time” during the Pandemic he began streaming weekly concerts from his New York City apartment that attracted listeners from all over the world He gave private lessons and accepted commissions to compose original songs requested by fans to celebrate birthdays Over 100 of the “Live at the Flat in Greenwich Village” series are currently available on-line his mother and grandmother insisted he know to operate a sewing machine a talent he put to good use making face masks for family and friends during the pandemic He went on to say that he became more technologically involved with the Internet and Social Media and feels it resulted in his becoming more productive and busier than before He’s played with most of the current jazz luminaries and become a regular on the jazz party and festival circuit throughout the world He currently spends 60 percent of his time performing in Europe where a majority of his performances are as a member of The Three Wise Men trio along with Dutch saxophonist Frank Roberscheuten and Austrian drummer-vibraphonist Martin Breinschmid I feel I’m always learning something.” In line with his crossover ability (like Benny Goodman) he has three CDs where he plays classical compositions by Chopin “Rossano’s beautiful touch and elegant ideas immediately attract the listener for a brilliant career.” (Rossano will be 50 on June 1 Rossano states his overriding goal is to play jazz and make it understandable to everybody he wants to see people smiling and having fun Visit Rossano Sportiello online at rossanosportiello.com. His “Live at the Flat in Greenwich Village” videos may be found at www.youtube.com/rossanosportiellomusic 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is proud to announce that Joseph Rossano has been named Chief of the Division of Cardiology Rossano is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at CHOP and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania His other posts at CHOP have included Associate Chief of the Division of Cardiology Executive Director of the Cardiac Center and Medical Director of the Heart Transplantation Program and the Cardiomyopathy and Heart Failure Program he is a Core Faculty Member of the CHOP Center for Pediatric Clinical Effectiveness and a Senior Fellow of the Leonard Davis Institute of Health Care Economics at Penn Rossano completed his residency in pediatrics at the University of Washington/Seattle Children's Hospital and fellowships in cardiology and cardiac intensive care at Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Children's Hospital he was a member of the faculty at Baylor College of Medicine for several years before joining CHOP and Penn in 2011 Rossano has an impressive record of scholarship in heart failure and cardiac transplantation including a number of important publications in the medical literature that have advanced the field and led to changes in care," said Joseph St "Given his leadership abilities and his talents as a clinician he is poised to lead the Division of Cardiology to even greater excellence in the years ahead."   Contact: Joey McCool Ryan(267) 426-6070[email protected] SOURCE Children's Hospital of Philadelphia http://www.chop.edu Contact: Joey McCool Ryan(267) 426-6070McCool@email.chop.edu Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania announced the first.. Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) in collaboration with researchers at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney Health Care & Hospitals Children Personnel Announcements Do not sell or share my personal information: ShareSaveLifestyleTravelMeet Rossano Ferretti, The Man Behind The $1500 Haircut And "The Method"ByKatie Chang With over 20 salons in the most sought-after locations worldwide Even though I’ve been in the beauty business for years – whether through selling products at my old apothecary in Brooklyn or writing about the subject – I’ve always adopted a less-is-more philosophy My makeup routine is virtually non-existent (The only thing I tend to on a daily basis are my brows and I do love the occasional bright lip.)  As you’d expect I don’t use a dryer (unless it’s literally freezing out) or do anything to muss with my hair’s natural styling products are banned in my bathroom (But I’ll dab the tiniest bid of pomade along my part to tame frizz and flyaways) The Rossano Ferretti Hairspa is located on the 19th floor in the Fuller Building in New York City... But, when I received an email invitation to see world renowned stylist Rossano Ferretti at his new Rossano Ferretti Hairspa in the Fuller Building I politely say no when invited to try out other stylists Ferretti is responsible for one of the most innovative haircutting techniques to date called “The Method.” (In short: it involves patented texturizing scissors that snip about 12% less hair than traditional ones.) And though I’m not one to hawk celebrity beauty I couldn’t help but think of his salons' devoted clients and Reese Witherspoon – all of whom could easily double as hair models (Though a cut with one of his highly-trained stylists is more affordable stylists and colorists stacked on top of each other or anything else that could potentially detract from the tranquil The Rossano Ferretti Hairspa is flooded with natural light double-breasted wool blazer – which he designed himself – and his enviable ability to layer After a thorough shampoo – which really felt more like a heavenly mind massage – Ferretti escorted me to a private nook where together we leafed through a glossy book highlighting the history of his work and namesake salons (His mini empire now includes 20 salons all over the world.) It was then he asked me: “What do you want me to do?” Though it had been a couple months since my last cut So I thought a few inches off would make it look tidier it didn’t take long for Ferretti to sense how surprised I was with his response you shouldn't have to pay a stylist to ask you want you want I create beauty around what nature gives you to give you a haircut that’s right just for you.” I wasn’t up for a debate.) He proceeded to cut my hair He just sort of shook it and let if fall naturally he used his upper body to really move with my hair I found myself mesmerized and quieted by Ferretti’s graceful flow this was the most unusual haircut I’d ever experienced.) in the end (and price aside): one of the most beautiful was when I returned to my regular routine the next day all these “invisible" layers created by Ferretti’s patented scissors left my hair bouncier than ever Which got me thinking: shouldn’t every haircut look beautiful in its most natural (by natural shouldn’t they be used to enhance your look shouldn’t a cut look great long after you leave a salon As it turns out: the biggest takeaway from my experience with Ferretti is something I’ve believed in all along The Rossano Ferretti Parma collection is inspired by Rossano Ferretti’s quest to enable each woman’s.. [+] unique inner beauty to be revealed through naturally beautiful hair If composer and conductor Rossano Galante decided to remake an R&B classic, he might choose Aretha Franklin’s “Respect.” It’s a song that commands what he firmly believes concert band music deserves. Galante, who’s conducted orchestras and concert bands, including the Coachella Valley’s own Desert Winds Freedom Band, returns to Palm Springs in early November for an event that spotlights concert bands. He’ll lead two groups of LGBT musicians in performing several compositions — one of which he wrote, “San Andreas Landscapes,” inspired by the Coachella Valley. (Listen to part of "San Andreas Landscapes" below) The performances are planned as a Pride Concert during the Lesbian and Gay Band Association’s annual conference, a five-day gathering that encompasses Greater Palm Springs Pride weekend. Galante recently chatted with Desert Outlook about why Palm Springs appeals to him as a gay man, his process of composing music, and living the ultimate dream. I started teaching myself to compose when I was probably in seventh or eighth grade. At that time I was a trumpet player and I was teaching myself how to play piano. What was your very first composition about? OK, well I was in middle school and it was the worst thing you could ever imagine. It basically sounded — you know when an orchestra is tuning up? That’s what it sounded like. I had about 20 kids come over. It was really fun, but it sounded horrible. They all loved it. They said, “Keep going.” I currently have 23 published compositions. I’ve written more than that, probably an extra 10. Congratulations on “San Andreas Landscapes,” the composition inspired by the Coachella Valley. What’s been the reaction to the music here in Palm Springs? I’ve gotten a lot of positive reactions from the musicians who played the ensemble. The publishers loved the piece. It should be released in the fall. You’ve done a lot of music for film, which probably is why “San Andreas Landscapes” sounds and feels cinematic to me. What’s your process when creating music that isn’t for a film, from initial idea to finished composition? That’s a tough one. When someone commissions me I ask them to give me a little bit of background about what they’re looking for. The process is not easy. It’s all emotional. When I sit at the piano, I try to grab myself emotionally with the music I’m composing. I have to be emotionally moved. My process is coming up with melodic ideas. You’re going to participate in November at the LGBA Conference (Lesbian and Gay Band Association) in Palm Springs. What are you most looking forward to at the event? The best part for me is standing up in front of the ensembles, getting to know them, to work with them, to rehearse, to make the music sound as great as we can make it sound. And, of course, getting to know the musicians. There will be 300 of them. What will be your role in the LGBA 2016 Pride Concert? There’s two concert bands. I’ll be conducting two pieces for one band, “San Andreas Landscapes” and “Landscapes.” I’ll conduct one for the other band, “God’s Country.” There will be other guest conductors. Do you have a ritual or anything you do before a performance? No, but I do get very nervous, not so much rehearsing and working with the musicians. Once I walk on the stage and turn my back to the audience and start, the nerves go away. I understand that a wind band and an orchestra are two different things. In your view, what are wind bands better suited to that orchestras aren’t? If you take a traditional concert band piece and you put in an orchestra, it often works. But there’s a fullness to a wind ensemble. Strings are very transparent; with a wind group, you have to be careful to make it transparent along with its largeness and heaviness. I like the reediness with a concert band. I love both ensembles equally. Writing for strings is very different than writing for a concert band. Who’s the most underrated composer, someone whose work you wish everyone knew? That is a tough question. Percy Grainger was a pretty big concert band composer. He should be more famous in general for orchestra. Honestly, in general, concert band composers should be regarded just as much as orchestra composers. Concert band music needs to be more respected because there’s some great stuff out there. In a way, I’m kind of living my dream being a published concert band composer and getting out there and guest-conducting my music. At first I thought I wanted to be John Williams, but I’m not. He’s a genius. Then, I tried film composing. I’d say I’m living my dream and I’m extremely happy and blessed. I’m where I want to be in my life. I just want to keep getting better and growing as a composer. Why should our readers attend the Pride concert? The great music that will be performed. Palm Springs is a great place to be. I think Palm Springs has a great sense of community. I love it there. Being a gay man, the first time I went there I felt like I was at home. Growing up in Buffalo, I had to keep my lifestyle under wraps. It wasn’t easy. I just finished a commission for four clarinets with the Air Force ensemble. It was very challenging for me. I’m used to writing for a large group. And the next commission I start up in September, and that’s for a full concert band. Is there anything more you want readers to know, anything I didn’t ask? I am incredibly honored to be chosen as one of the guest composers and conductors. I don’t take anything for granted. What: Pride Concert featuring 300+ Lesbian and Gay Band Association members Where: Palm Springs High School Auditorium, 2401 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs Get the latest Penn LDI news, research, events, and opportunities. https://www.instagram.com/clementinoiena/ The summer of 2024 promises to be full of musical excitement in Calabria. The famous Neapolitan rapper Clementino has announced his return on tour. Fans in Calabria will have the opportunity to see him perform live on two dates. The first stop will be in Corigliano-Rossano on 5 August; only three days later, on 8 August, Clementino will perform in Laureana di Borrello, precisely in Bellantone. Street viewInterestedMultiple eventsArmonie D'Arte FestivalAug 2, 2024 MuseumCorigliano-Rossano Last update: Jul 5, 2024 6:00 AMContent owned by the Calabria Region | Tourism and Commerce Department issued under CC-BY License Download OFFICIAL TOURIST INFORMATION SITE © 2022 Calabria Region Tourism and Commerce Department Boutique Hotelier USA Park Hyatt New York has revealed plans to undergo a series of renovations as part of a multi-million dollar investment The luxury hotel’s renovations will include the inauguration of its 3,500-square-foot “Manhattan Suite” on the top floor of its 25-storeys It will also see the re-introduction of the Rossano Ferretti salon and Spa Nalai in new locations and bring numerous upgrades to the hotel’s premier specialty suites area vice president and general manager of Park Hyatt New York said: “We are thrilled to unveil this remarkable transformation as we celebrate our 10th anniversary The introduction of the Manhattan Suite and the upgrades to our existing product reflect our unwavering commitment to providing guests with the most tailored and elevated hospitality experience “We are confident this renovation will set the standard for the next decade of excellence in New York’s luxury hotel landscape.” The Manhattan suite will be situated in a private wing on the hotel’s top floor and will include the option to connect with two guestrooms boasting 140-square-foot balconies with a view of Central Park a spacious living area with a dining table for eight a private office and a fully stocked wet bar allow for further views of the New York skyline and Central Park Guests will experience Bryte Balance king-size beds AI-powered technology that is designed to combat jet lag and promote faster sleep onset The bathrooms will have amenities from Le Labo as well as the latest hair dryer by Rossano Ferretti The master bedroom will include a dual vanity The Rossano Ferretti Hairspa relocated in June while the Spa Nalai will reopen in the fall near the hotel’s indoor saltwater pool Park Hyatt New York will also revamp its specialty suites introducing fireplaces to all rooms with outdoor terraces The renovations are anticipated to be completed by January View Program Award-winning jazz pianist Rossano Sportiello was born in Vigevano he was performing professionally at jazz venues in the Milan area he joined one of Europe’s historic jazz bands the “Milano Jazz Gang” touring with the group throughout Italy and West Europe until the end of 2000 Sportiello is influenced by great masters such as Fats Waller He has performed several times at the Ascona Jazz Festival (Switzerland) to great accolades he received the 2009 Ascona Jazz Award in recognition of his expertise and mastery of jazz piano Sportiello made his first trip to the United States and was introduced to the American audience at the invitation of the late Mat Domber (Arbors Records) to perform at the 2003 “March of Jazz” party in Clearwater Beach Rossano established himself in New York City started her musical training at age four with the piano Nicki switched to double bass at the age of 15 a scholarship to Pan Pacific Music Camps at the age of 16 and first place in the 1992 Jazz Action Society’s Annual Song Competition for her composition “Come and Get It.” She was also nominated for the annual Australian Young Achievers Award by the Arts Council of Australia who granted her the funds to come to New York to study with Rufus Reid Nicki began performing on Monday nights at the Iridium Jazz Club with the legendary guitarist and inventor Nicki worked side-by-side with guitar greats Paul McCartney She has also performed in several Broadway shows such as Avenue Q Nicki actively participates in continuing musical education for women helping them further their careers and remain active in music well beyond their teen years She takes pride in teaching music to inner-city children giving them opportunities to express creativity encouraging them to stay actively involved with school and opening up brighter options for the future Rossano Sportiello Official Website » Nicki Parrott Official Website » and I can afford my lifestyle," she told Page SIx Cover Rossano Ferretti shares the dos and don’ts of haircare (Photo: courtesy of Rossano Ferretti HairSpa) Rossano Ferretti shares the dos and don’ts of haircare (Photo: courtesy of Rossano Ferretti HairSpa) Ever wondered how A-listers like Kate Middleton flaunt perfect hairdos with not a single hair out of place?  Celebrity hairstylist Rossano Ferretti might have the answer not only styled the cascading tresses of the Princess of Wales but he’s also worked with Hollywood’s biggest names who has 50 years of experience in the field and also comes from a family boasting three generations of hairdressers operates the his eponymous line of haircare products which is present in more than 20 locations worldwide he opened the hair spa at Rosewood Hong Kong’s Asaya Spa which is the brand’s second location in Asia Tatler sits down with Feretti to ask him for haircare and styling tips—and what his advice is on controlling hair frizz in Hong Kong’s humidity Read more: Hongkongers are paying more for vegan beauty products—here’s why Above Celebrity hairstylist Rossano Ferretti in action (Photo: courtesy of Rossano Ferretti HairSpa) Celebrity hairstylist Rossano Ferretti in action (Photo: courtesy of Rossano Ferretti HairSpa) “Start by understanding and respecting your hair’s natural texture” use products and techniques that enhance it Ferretti recommends his brand’s Favoloso Perfect Curls Enhancing Serum—they define the curls more without weighing them down he adds: use the highest-quality products you can find rich serum can work wonders with controlling frizz “Avoid vigorous rubbing with a towel after washing your hair gently pat your hair dry with a microfibre towel or an old T-shirt Protect your hair from environmental stressors such as sun Use products with UV protection and antioxidants always protect your hair with a heat protectant Above Rossano Ferretti’s line of hair products available at Asaya Spa (Photo: courtesy of Asaya Spa) Rossano Ferretti’s line of hair products available at Asaya Spa (Photo: courtesy of Asaya Spa) “The high humidity in Hong Kong can lead to hair problems like frizz and dryness, so choose a proper haircare routine that is personalised to your hair type,” says Ferretti Those dealing with dryness and frizz can use a lightweight hair mask like Rossano Ferretti Dolce Nourishing Mask incorporating a leave-in conditioner or an anti-frizz serum can further protect the hair from moisture in the air “The most common haircare mistake that people make is over-washing their hair” “This can strip the hair of its natural oils.” Use scalp oils to strengthen the hair from its roots which can weigh the hair down and diminish its natural vitality neglecting regular trims leads to split ends and uneven hair growth One needs to consider the natural flow and movement of the hair ensuring the haircut complements the unique facial structure and accentuates one’s natural beauty one can also add volume to the hair without taking drastic measures What’s important is to invest in the right haircut and then to maintain the groomed look with the right products,” says Ferretti Rosewood Hong KongAddress: Victoria Dockside Heading to Seoul for a holiday... and an aesthetic treatment? Here’s how to care for your skin after 5 Asian beauty influencers breaking gender stereotypes and embodying diversity in beauty 6 Hong Kong skincare brands tackling our most commonly encountered skin issues 19 combinations in the Small Pony Hunter division made their way back to Ring 11 for the final classes of the division’s eighth week of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) With a first and two seconds for a total of 22 points Sienna Rossano and Cumberland Acres LLC’s DF Crush earned the championship of the Small Pony Hunter division and my favorite thing about him is actually his forelock because it’s so fluffy,” said Rossano “He is a great hunter pony because of his jump but sometimes his lead change can be difficult because he will fall in a bit.” The victory was the first champion finish for the pair “I am very proud of him today,” added Rossano “He is usually a little bit of a speed demon but today he was slower and therefore he ended up being extremely rideable Reserve champion honors went to Addison Litman who piloted her own Napa Valley to a total of 16 points with a first and second place In any given luxury capital of the world, the likelihood of stumbling across a Rossano Ferretti salon is pretty great each of the 20 salons that are branded with the Rossano Ferretti name comes courtesy with a glossy and luxurious experience Seeing as hair is a family business (Ferretti’s grandfather was a barber and his mother had a salon in his hometown of Parma this esteemed stylist is serious about his work which gives each client a totally bespoke trim or chop And while Ferretti won’t disclose the names of his A-list clientele a simple Google search unveils that Lady Gaga and Kate Moss trust him with their tresses We see that he’s also styled the hair of iconic designers including Giorgio Armani and the late Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior A session with Rossano will set you back $1,500 but a cut with creative director Jan Spagnuolo at the New York salon comes with a much more attainable $250 price tag The international beauty legend filled us in on how he’s built his global empire… document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id" "a627818d6e55d06b6ff01b405fc0dec2" );document.getElementById("d628b68082").setAttribute( "id" and website in this browser for the next time I comment GET OUR HAUTEST STORIES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX