Word: abruptly
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...Violin and Piano in A Major (1886)” by Franck would put any other pianist in awe of her abilities. The light treble notes that introduced Debussy’s “Sonata for Cello and Piano (1915)” and the articulated, precisely abrupt rests of Anton Webern’s “Drei Kleine Stücke, Op. 11 (1914)” showed she was at home in front of the grand Steinway...
...Gonzales also made clear that subpoenas would not be necessary to obtain testimony from five of Gonzales's aides involved in the firings. The attorney general's abrupt retreat was also reflected in a statement from a Justice Department spokesman: "In hindsight, we should have provided the U.S. attorneys with specific reasons that led to their dismissal that would have helped to avoid the rampant misinformation and wild speculation that currently exists." He added that "we will continue to work with Congress to reach an accommodation on providing additional information...
...Polyphonia” then quickly moved through ten vignettes, set to piano music by György Ligeti. The technique of the dancers was flawless despite their complex combinations of solos, duets, and quartets. Dazzling turns, explosive leaps, and abrupt, arresting endings characterized this exquisite performance...
...along with prices and utility rates. And in the absence of legitimate expression, it pours out into the street, where protests are met with clubs and smoke grenades of the riot police. Two years ago, the authorities spent $12 billion to quell a nationwide wave of protests, caused by abrupt canceling of social benefits, in order to prevent the dissent from growing into conspicuous melees in main cities like the one this weekend. But the money doled out then has been now superseded by the growing costs of life. And a new such massive financial infusion might not prevent both...
...successful in bringing Balanchine’s choreography and Tchaikovsky’s stunning score together masterfully, producing a delightful performance.The second number is “Habit,” a modern piece choreographed by Brenda Divelbliss, artistic associate of the Harvard Dance Program. Although it is an abrupt transition from “Serenade,” the style of the work is fresh, edgy and strangely addictive. The dance tells the story of two couples (appropriately costumed in attire that evoke a high school homecoming) and the sudden shifts between pursuit and repulsion that characterize their relationships...