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Editor's prerogative: Sketch 5270
from Don Norris
... local guy still enjoys his art -- at 82
More sketches from the last century ...
from Don Norris
... digging around in old paintbooks
New England scene -- in pencil
by Don Norris
... no story, just something from my sketchpad
What do you do when suduko beats you?
by Don Norris
... Why, one switches to another art ...
More from Don's sketchpad
from Don Norris
... something magic about pens and pencils
Lost and found: old art
from artist Don Norris
More New England barns from Don's sketchbook
from SilverStringer Don Norris
... another selection from aging sketch pads
Area artists grace Memorial Hall again
from Don Norris
... economics aside, there's no arguing with success
A farm down Maine, in oils
from Don Norris
... An American Monet didn't have the bread - nor the talent
My art career
by Alice Graham
... tracing a path with oils and watercolors
Artist goes bonkers with digital tricks
by Don Norris
... it's all wizardry -- digital wizardry
Creating film history
by George Nelson Torrey
... first woman motion picture director, producer and supervisor
Geraldine Farrar
by George Nelson Torrey
... Melrose's own superstar of opera and film
Arts and Crafts: First hundred came out fine ...
Photos by Ella Letterie, Louise Fennell and Don Norris
... Melrose Arts and Crafts Society celebrates 100th with show
Puzzle, puzzle, on the wall ...
by Stringer Don Norris
... putting the picture all together
The camera
by Russ Priestley
Brendan Carroll captivated St. Patrick's audience
Jackie Wattenberg
... a memorable Saint Patrick's night
Counting years with the Beethoven Society
from Phil Pendleton
... $11,000 provided Melrose High students
Hey, you wanna try something new? Try doodling ...
by SilverStringer Don Norris
... rambling on about art, flying, aging ...
Polymnia's Christmas gift
by Jackie Wattenberg
...beautiful voices in song
An endearing American sampler by Polymnia
by Jackie Wattenberg
... good music, well sung, with dear old, familiar songs
Violinist conquers Melrose Symphony audience
Jackie Wattenberg
... Lucia Lin and Yoichi Udagawa provide a glorious evening of music
The joy of being an artist
by Don Norris
... one has to measure success by other definitions
A place for speculation, contemplation and peace
by Don Norris
Lorry's spring garden
by Don Norris
Polymnia presents peace in impressive performance
by Jackie Wattenberg / Artbeat
... "choral society is still in good hands."
Movies at Milano
from the SilverStringers
Young pianist, Udagawa and MSO triumph
Jackie Wattenberg
... Symphony orchestra is a jewel among our city's treasures
Raising canes as a hobby
by Stringer Don Norris
... it's a case of art supporting one's walk through life.
Jean Maure's photos display versatility
from the SilverStringers
... a case of learning by watching the leader ...
Zydeco at the Firehouse!
Story and photos by Don Norris
... Nathan and the Cha Chas -- plus Melrose's Scott Billington
New photo group organizing in Melrose
from the SilverStringers
... Loose organization, monthly outings, digital and standard
film ...
Final audience
for Ozawa
in great form!
by Jackie Wattenberg
... Mirror staff critic spoofs hickups, sputters and ahems
Melrose Arts and
Crafts Annual Show
from the SilverStringers
I thought I would like to paint ...
by Bernadette Mahoney
... it took Bernadette a lifetime to get there ...
Open mike poetry, guitar pickin', a fine evening
by Don Norris
... Bookmarkit sponsors an unusual but delightful event
The years pass, but the passion remains young
by Brigid Alverson of the Melrose Free Press
... portrait of a retired pharmacist -- and a new artist
Meet Melrose! Art class holds 'Bah, Humbug' party
by Don Norris with Bill Kadlec
... "This is just for Bill, because he is such a lovable character"
How to promote your daughter's art
by Hector French
...A true talent - at 25 year intervals
Seeing double at watercolor show
by Dan MacAlpine, editor, Melrose Free Press
... Melrose artists open two-person show at Beebe
Three Chickens and a Barn Door
Virginia Hanley
... painting by Gail Wright
New England String Ensemble
Jackie Wattenberg
... a well deserved standing ovation
showed audience's appreciation
A Piano is for Playing
by Marjorie Burgess
... the black keys are enough!
Varney home Painting by A. Accettullo
Anthony Accettullo
Polymnia Soloists Shine
Jackie Wattenberg
... Exquisite sounds float to the heights of the church
Melrose Symphony, Concert No. 2, March 6, 1999
by Natalie Thomson
... snowflakes and symphony combine for a memorable evening
A Winner for Music Lovers
Jackie Wattenberg
... "Melrose Overture" celebrates 100th anniversary
Fifth Arts & Craft Show in Melrose
Jackie Wattenberg
... artist came from Melrose and all of the North Shore
Melrose Arts and Crafts Society History
Mazie Thompson
... History of Arts & Craft Society in Melrose- Photo of Members with Mayor
Fine Words and Music
Jackie Wattenberg
... Montanus loves to play music
Makems charm'em
Jackie Wattenberg
... He wowed us all
What to do When Retired --
Bill Jodrey
... boredom struck. I painted the basement.
The Beauty from South America Blooms in Melrose
Len Dalton
... orchid cactus needs tender, loving care!
Play Them Rags!
From Marjorie Burgess' Ragtime Instruction Book ...
... the left hand is Mom and Dad, the right hand is the child
Watercolorist Combines Art and Healing
by D.R. Norris
... Noted Artist Gayle Lerman has a different way ...
Mother Goose - Gross and Loose
Russ Priestley
Painting By The Pound
Len Dalton
Comment on the DeCordova Show
A Precious, Given Gift of Music
By Composer-teacher, Marjorie Burgess
... using ears to hear and eyes to see ...
Variety, Color and Fine Performances in Beethoven Concert
Jackie Wattenberg
... Review of Beethoven Society Recital
Speaking of Art ...
Jackie Wattenberg
...clothes hangers? Video images? Junk from the Grand Canal???
Unrequited Art -- Solicited
Donald R. Norris
... A new dimension for displaying work by local artists -- your input is requested.
Meet Brian Simm -- forester, traveller, watercolorist
Donald R. Norris
.... former Melrosian makes a mark in the world of art.
Copyright © Silver Stringers, 1999, 1998