Cannons, fireworks, trumpets, and drums – with the whole orchestra to play with, classical music is the perfect accompaniment ...

Discover how cultures from India to Romania welcome the New Year with rituals symbolising prosperity, renewal, and letting go ...

After such a chaotic year with so many surprises it would take a bold and brave commentator to put their reputation on the ...

As the final seconds of the year tick away, people across the globe prepare to welcome the new year with traditions as varied ...

John “Stanky” Stankovic, the legendary Northeast Pennsylvania polka king who entertained millions of people from around the ...

I'm not suggesting we cancel a dead man or turn off the famed NYE anthem, but let's brought this to mind, shall we?

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Tonight’s holiday music moves from the banks of a Scottish river to the hills of Appalachia.At 8, A Thistle & Shamrock ...

A local polka music legend passed away on Christmas Day. The Facebook page for “Stanky and the Coalminers” reports that their ...

National Cleveland-Style Polka Hall of Fame will present the annual Sweetheart Ball, featuring the music of Frank Moravcik and his orchestra on Feb. 15 at the Willoughby Eagles Hall. The event ...

You'll now receive top stories, breaking news, and more, straight to your email. Global arts festival WOMAD is coming to Scotland for the very next time in summerCredit: Alamy Festivalgoers can expect ...

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