Monthly Archives: February 2007

When Harry Met Measha

Posted on February 18, 2007 by

Last night was gala night as the NAC and Opera Lyra Ottawa held the 10th Black and White Opera Soiree. This is the second big fundraising event of the season, and as with the Fall gala, it attracts a well-heeled … Continue reading →

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Gotta Love Those Requiems

Posted on February 17, 2007 by

Bronwen and I went to another orchestra concert last week. This time, Pinchas was conducting a programme that included Shostakovich’s first cello concerto (with Amanda as soloist) and Fauré’s Requiem. I hadn’t listened to this piece in a while, and … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday

Posted on February 15, 2007 by

Giving a belated birthday shout-out to my main squeeze, B, who reached the big thirty-something yesterday. Yes, there’s no better story than a Dearlove born on St. Valentine’s Day. We had a pretty quiet family affair at home last night. … Continue reading →

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Winterlude

Posted on February 11, 2007 by

After much talk and hand-wringing in early January that this year’s Winterlude would feature beach volleyball and sand castle demonstrations on account of the spring-like conditions, Mother Nature intervened and ensured the annual winter festival would go ahead as planned. … Continue reading →

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Brushes with Greatness

Posted on February 10, 2007 by

I was star-struck as I was in close proximity to a couple of big politicos this week.First, I was enjoying a delightful lunch in Le Cafe on Wednesday with Maurizio when he pointed out the Right Honourable Jean Chretien was … Continue reading →

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