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One of the Oldest Surviving Operas by a Black American Composer Will Be Performed for the First Time—138 Years After It Was Written
Edmond Dédé's 1887 magnum opus "Morgiane"—billed as "the most important opera never heard"—will finally get its premiere ...
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What Is an Aurora?
Auroras emit swirling hues in the sky, mesmerizing spectators with their bands of color. Different hues come from different ...