Eclectic Guitarist With the Ensemble Oregon Dies at 85
‘A composer and pianist as well, he was a prolific recording artist who integrated jazz, classical and world music traditions in a career that spanned seven decades.…’ (via New York Times)
Towner’s work with the Paul Winter Consort, Oregon, and a variety of collaborations with other ECM artists has thrilled and comforted me for decades. He will be missed.
‘Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom in a joint statement: “We will continue to stand united and coordinated in our response. We are committed to upholding our sovereignty.” I remember when this is how the world would respond to Russia and China’s actions, not the United States’.…’ (via Birchtree)
‘Nebraska congressman Don Bacon told the Omaha World-Herald: “If he went through with the threats, I think it would be the end of his presidency. And he needs to know: the off-ramp is realizing Republicans aren’t going to tolerate this and he’s going to have to back off. He hates being told no, but in this case, I think Republicans need to be firm.” …’ (Chris Stein via The Guardian)
