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From Bach to Beyonce, why a church orchestra aims to lift up young musicians of color

ANAHEIM, California (AP) — For over two years, Ebonie Vazquez searched to find a mentor of color for her son, Giovanni, now 11 and passionate about playing the violin. She has now found that space at a local church.
The best movies of 2024 as ranked by AP film writers

The best movies of 2024 as ranked by AP film writers

As much as theaters are humming right now, with “Wicked” and “Moana 2" bringing moviegoers by the droves , it's been a fairly bruising movie year.
The end of an Eras tour approaches, marking a bittersweet moment for Taylor Swift fans

The end of an Eras tour approaches, marking a bittersweet moment for Taylor Swift fans

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — After more than 150 shows across five continents over nearly two years, the global phenomenon that is Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is coming to an end.

Spotify Wrapped is finally here. How can you see your 2024 recap?

NEW YORK (AP) — It’s that time of year: Spotify has released its annual Wrapped , personalized recaps of users' listening habits and year in audio. Spotify has been giving its listeners breakdowns of their data since 2016.
How an Irish YouTuber turned a niche following into millions for charities with holiday livestreams

How an Irish YouTuber turned a niche following into millions for charities with holiday livestreams

NEW YORK (AP) — Seán McLoughlin wears a lot of hats: YouTuber. Voice actor. Coffee entrepreneur.
Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here, and Taylor Swift is once again the platform's most-streamed artist

Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here, and Taylor Swift is once again the platform's most-streamed artist

NEW YORK (AP) — 'Tis the season to unpack Spotify Wrapped. And it should come as no surprise that for a second year in a row, Taylor Swift has been named its most-played artist.
Vancouver is abuzz with Taylor Swift-related events for the upcoming Eras Tour

Vancouver is abuzz with Taylor Swift-related events for the upcoming Eras Tour

VANCOUVER — No tickets to Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in Vancouver? Sad about the absence of "Taylgate" parties outside the BC Place venue? Fans can still have fun in the city.
Meet some of Taylor Swift's biggest fans, counting down to Vancouver shows

Meet some of Taylor Swift's biggest fans, counting down to Vancouver shows

VANCOUVER — They're united by a devotion to all things Taylor Swift. Meet the superfans heading for Vancouver for the final three shows of the singer's Eras Tour.
Swift superfans descend on Vancouver for end of Eras Tour. What drives the devotion?

Swift superfans descend on Vancouver for end of Eras Tour. What drives the devotion?

VANCOUVER — Heather Roy says that when she and her 12-year-old daughter Harper attend Taylor Swift's second show in Vancouver on Saturday, someone else will be with them — Harper's big sister Evelyn, who died of cancer in 2020 at age 11.
A list of mispronounced words provides a retrospective of 2024, from Kamala to Chappell

A list of mispronounced words provides a retrospective of 2024, from Kamala to Chappell

DALLAS (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris and breakout pop star Chappell Roan were among the year's most talked-about people. Their names were also among the most mispronounced.