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Polyglots In fMRI Machines Help Researchers Study How The Brain Processes Language(s)

“With one intriguing exception, activity increased in the areas of the cerebral cortex involved in the brain’s language-processing network when these polyglots — who spoke between five and 54 languages — heard languages in which they were the most proficient compared to ones of lesser or no proficiency.” – Reuters

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Richard Tognetti On 50 Years Of The Australian Chamber Orchestra

While the ACO is perhaps best known, outside Australia at least, for its championing of new music alongside the classics, at home it’s Tognetti’s openness to music from other genres, and the rich cross-fertilisation that results, for which he’s equally celebrated. - Gramophone
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Why King Arthur Still Resonates In Our Popular Culture

Arthur and the chivalric culture he evokes remain part of our cultural lexicon, as shown by his continued reimagining in popular media. - Jstor
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The New York City Ballet Star Who’s Retiring After An Actual Near-Death Experience

Two years ago, Adrian Danchig-Waring suffered a herniated disc which ended up completely dissolving into fluid, and an epidural injection led to a severe bacterial infection. He lost 25 pounds and the ability to walk. Then he made a deal with the universe ... - The New York Times

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The Jacksonville Symphony seeks Vice President/Chief Advancement Officer.

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General Manager, Campus and Event Operations – The Apollo via TOC Arts Partners

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New York Theatre Ballet seeks Development Director

The Director of Development is NYTB's senior fundraising leader, responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive development strategy that advances NYTB's artistic and educational missions.
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New York Theatre Ballet Seeks Administrative/Office Manager

NYTB seeks an organized, proactive manager to oversee operations for its professional company and ballet school -- all to support performances, education, and community programs.
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Assistant Professor of Dance in the College of Fine Arts

The TCU School for Classical & Contemporary Dance invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Dance. Review of applications begins November 1, 2026.
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Director of the School for Classical & Contemporary Dance

The TCU School for Classical & Contemporary Dance invites applications for the position of Director and Associate/Full Professor. Review of applications begins November 15, 2026.