

Luber shares his “Esperanza” musical
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Ken Luber wrote the book and lyrics for the musical, “Esperanza,” which is Spanish for “hope.” The musical is about three former sports heroes reliving their careers. The performance was Sunday afternoon at the Spiritual Living Center. Saverio Rapezzi composed the music. Photo by Barbara Reese

Carlos Reynosa performed blues with Leroy Miracle on bass and Billy Shaw on drums last Thursday at the Lumber Mill.
The Idyllwild Master Chorale (IMC) season began rehearsals this month from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday nights in the music room at Idyllwild School. Singers interested in auditioning and joining the master chorale should contact Dwight Holmes, artistic director and conductor, at (951) 659-2650 or can email from IMC’s website at www.idyllwildmasterchorale.com. The Idyllwild Master…
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After 21 successful years, the Jazz in the Pines festival is changing. Most of the change will be behind the scenes as the Idyllwild Arts Academy assumes more management of the production functions from the Associates of Idyllwild Arts Foundation, who will remain involved. Jazz in the Pines began as an afternoon event in 1994…