Carolyn Masone's Radio Interview - June 23, 2008
Listen to Carolyn on WGHT radio discuss the philosophy behind her photography, the origins of EssenceofItaly.net and the Benefit Exhibit at the Westchester Italian Cultural Center in Tuckahoe, New York.
Celebrate the Joy of Premium Olive Oil in Puglia in June!
Let one of Lecce's finest cooking schools, www.awaitingtable.com, show you how to appreciate, cultivate and celebrate one of Italy's greatest gifts to the world: premium olive oil. Every year Silvestro Silvestori shares his love of people, cooking and authentic Italian ingredients. Be a part of it! Music by John T. LaBarbera, Dionysius' Dream.
The Mandolin - The Serenade of Italy (Slideshow)
One of the most distinctive sounds of Italy is the tremolo melody of a mandolin. Carolyn Masone explores the history of this wonderful instrument with acclaimed composer, arranger and musician John T. LaBarbera. This beautiful slideshow was designed by Jefferson Harman. Special thanks to mandolincafe.com for the evocative images of vintage postcards and to mandolino.it for providing images of a beautifully crafted copy of a Vinaccia mandolin from 1781.
The Mandolin - The Serenade of Italy
One of the most evocative sounds of Italy is the tremolo melody of a mandolin. Carolyn Masone explores the history of this wonderful instrument with acclaimed composer, arranger and musician John T. LaBarbera.
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