Topic: Chris Thile
All Content
-
MacArthur Foundation 'genius grants' for 2012 revealed
The MacArthur Foundation gave 23 people this year $500,000 each to pursue a creative vision. MacArthur 'genius grant' winners, who work in fields ranging from medicine and science to the arts and journalism, can spend the money any way they want.
-
A plucky revival
The mandolin is breaking out of bluegrass and becoming hip and versatile.
-
Culture Cafe Goat Rodeo's eclectic mix is bluesy and original
The four musicians who participate in 'The Goat Rodeo Sessions' somehow make the jumble of musical genres work.
-
Christmas songs in the spotlight
From Enya's dulcet tones to Faith Hill's powerhouse vocals to a surprisingly pretty singing saw, peace on earth arrives in tune.
-
Six picks: recommendations from the Monitor staff
A crab-boat saga, Marvin Gaye on PBS, a LEGO-building website, and more.
Become part of the Monitor community