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Northern Virginia guitarist Yasmin Williams shares how the Tiny Desk Contest changed her life — despite entering it twice and never winning.

Born in Paris to Chinese parents, Bruce Liu grew up in Montreal, and took the classical music world by storm in 2021 when he won the First Prize at the 18th Chopin International Piano Competition in Warsaw. Performances around the globe followed, as well as an exclusive recording contract with Deutsche Grammophon. Bruce Liu has performed at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées in Paris, Royal Festival Hall with the Philharmonia Orchestra, Vienna Konzerthaus, BOZAR Brussels, Tokyo Opera City, and Sala São Paulo. Orchestral appearances also include the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, NHK Symphony Orchestra, Orchestre Philharmonique du Luxembourg, and Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra. For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Instagram / Facebook

Three renowned visionary artists of the next generation combine talents in this eclectic new piano trio, Junction. Violinist Stefan Jackiw, recognized for musicianship that combines poetry and purity with an impeccable technique, returns with pianist Conrad Tao and cellist Jay Campbell. Tao, who appears worldwide as a pianist and composer, has been dubbed a musician of “probing intellect and open-hearted vision” by the New York Times. Approaching both old and new works with the same curiosity and emotional commitment, Campbell has been called “electrifying” by the New York Times. Recent concerts of the trio have included performances at Washington Performing Arts, Portland Ovations and the Royal Conservatory in Toronto. Conrad Tao, piano Stefan Jackiw, violin Jay Campbell, cello For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Instagram / Facebook

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Saturdays, Dec. 6 and 13, 2025 at Noon on KPBS 2. This is a two-part, four-hour documentary directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Burns and David McMahon that explores the life and work of the 15th century polymath. Set against the rich and dynamic backdrop of Renaissance Italy, the film brings the artist’s towering achievements to life.

The Grüne Gewölbe, or Green Vault, in Dresden said this week that the exhibit of historical items is reopening to the public in "almost all its glory" following the bold robbery five years ago.

The Home of Guiding Hands (HGH), a nonprofit organization that provides quality support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host its 50th annual fundraising gala on April 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Pendry Hotel. With this year’s theme “Glitz and Glam”, guests will enjoy live entertainment, delicious food, complimentary cocktails at the Oxford Social Club, dinner and wine service, a casino and more! This evening will benefit more than 4,500 infants, children, adolescents, and adults with special needs. For more than five decades, HGH has been committed to providing quality community support, critical housing and life skills training for children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Home of Guiding Hands’ commitment goes beyond providing quality programs; they are deeply invested in creating a community that actively empowers people to create and lead fulfilling, high-quality lives. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now. Pricing begins at $300 for an individual ticket. For more information, to purchase tickets, or become a sponsor, please visit here. About Home of Guiding Hands: Home of Guiding Hands (HGH) was created as a result of a small, but dedicated and ambitious group of leaders in East County. Since its inception in 1961, HGH has provided benchmark programming and housing for men, women, and children with developmental disabilities. It is one of the largest providers of supports and services in San Diego County, serving more than 4,500 infants, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

In the season premiere of House of the Dragon, Aegon II and Aemond are eager for war, and HBO's sound crew takes a big swing.

A new season of the Game of Thrones prequel series returns Sunday night on HBO.

The release of the Mother's Day photo was not meant as a proof of life. However, any clever communications person should have known it would be taken that way and closely scrutinized by the public.

The explorer led three British expeditions to the Antarctic, and he was in the early stages of a fourth when he died of a heart attack aboard the Quest near the Falkland Islands.