On Stage: Beethoven and Bellinis in Kennett

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times If you’re a fan of classical music – or if you’d like to get some exposure to it to see if you like it – you’re in luck this weekend. On April 14, the Serafin String Quartet is performing a show in Philadelphia that is both interesting and educational. On August 14, the Kennett Symphony is performing a show in Kennett Square that is both interesting...

On Stage (Bonus): Anders Osborne is on a writing spree

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Anders Osborne On May 20, downtown Wilmington will welcome the inaugural staging of David Bromberg’s Big Noise Festival at Tubman Garrett Park (815 Justison Street, Wilmington, http://www.bignoisefestival.com). The festival’s all-star line-up will feature David Bromberg Big Band, Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Dr. John, Anders Osborne, Larry Campbell &...

On Stage: McCaslin inspired by Bowie

Sax ace who played on superstar’s final album is changed by working with him  By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Donny McCaslin It seems hard to believe that a year has gone by since rock legend David Bowie passed away but it’s true – almost to the day. Bowie died on January 8, 2016. Two days later, his final album “Blackstar” was released. Recording of this album took place in...