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Lang Lang Kicks Off New Classical Concert Series Ahead Of Interlochen Anniversary

By Kierstin Gunsberg | July 18, 2025

Grammy-nominated pianist Lang Lang is expected to generate over six figures in funding for future performances when he takes the stage at Interlochen Center for the Arts on August 2, launching a new concert series that will bring world-class classical artists to northern Michigan.

The Shenyang, China-born performer, known for his cinematic, if not unserious approach to piano, has built international acclaim since breaking out at the turn of the millennium. He’s played the White House, performed alongside jazz legend Herbie Hancock, and is now headed to Interlochen as the first guest in the Shirley Young Distinguished Artists Series. He’s slated to perform George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue along with …

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Up North Pride Opens New Community Center

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Free Backpack, Bike Helmet Giveaways For Youth

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US-31 Pedestrian Footbridge Struck By Truck

A commercial dump truck pulling a trailer loaded with an excavator hit the pedestrian footbridge over U.S. …

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Two Former Pit Spitters Players Are Off To Major League Baseball

Two more Traverse City Pit Spitters alums are headed for the big leagues.

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Today Friday, July 18, 2025

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