Notes

In her autobiography, Marilyn Horne writes that although she loves listening to Conchita Supervia and Kathleen Ferrier, their techniques were deficient. Two of my favorite singers! I'll write to her, ask her to explain.

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Obama, in one of the debates, said that "we have to kill Osama bin Laden." A good thing to say--reassuring to skeptics. But, admirably, he seemed uncomfortable saying it.

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Elderly roue to elderly woman, in a play I just saw:
What is that wonderful perfume you are wearing?
Answer: Ben-Gay.

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