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The world changed on Sept. 11, and art in all its forms -- TV, radio, film, music, visual art -- has responded with grief, solace and inspiration. Story
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Television 2001: The quest for quality
TV reality got you down? If you pay attention, you can find fresh ideas and fine viewing on the dial.
Radio 2001: The homogenous airwaves
Three companies own 19 of the top 20 stations in the bay area, and it shows. But there are some bright spots on the dial.
Art 2001: A short but sweet list
The scope and variety of the shows 2001 offered art lovers were less bounteous than usual, but when they were good, they were very, very good.
Film 2001: Push the rewind button, please
Good movies have been few and far between in 2001, and the year's best is a reworking of a 1970s classic.
Pop 2001: Good music, with a note of tragedy
The industry lost some of its stars, but it carries on brilliantly with legendary luminaries and new lights.
Stage 2001: Performances kept spirits strong
Humor, inspiration, innovation, tradition: They were qualities we needed in quantity during 2001, and local stages were prime sources of spiritual refuge and relief.
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CARMEN SUITE, THE CHIMES RUSSIAN NATIONAL ORCHESTRA/MIKHAIL PLETNEV (DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHON)
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