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SUMMARY:Swinging in the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Kleinhans Music Hall and JazzBuffalo are pleased to present Swinging in the Holidays featuring Champian Fulton and Carmen Bradford\nSunday\, December 6 | 3 PM\nThe Mary Seaton Room\nJazz at Kleinhans proudly continues a new holiday tradition with the 2nd Annual Jazz at Kleinhans Christmas Celebration— Swinging in the Holidays — a special time of seasonal classics reimagined through the swinging spirit of jazz. This special presentation\, adapted from the acclaimed Swinging in the Holidays production\, brings a hip\, sophisticated take on beloved holiday standards\, marrying Broadway\, Old Hollywood charm\, and timeless favorites with forward-looking jazz artistry. \nAt the heart of the evening is Champian Fulton — an acclaimed jazz pianist and vocalist whose artistry bridges jazz tradition\, swing\, and the Great American Songbook. Fulton leads her trio through a spirited program of joyous melodies and rich arrangements that capture the warmth and cheer of the season. Her work draws on decades of performance on major jazz stages and reflects a deep command of the jazz tradition\, making this a holiday concert like no other. \nSwinging in the Holidays brings together an extraordinary international ensemble whose collective credentials span Grammy recognition\, major awards\, historic big band legacies\, and performances on the world’s most revered jazz stages. Led by internationally acclaimed pianist and vocalist Champian Fulton\, Grammy Award-winning vocalist Carmen Bradford\, and others\, to be announced. Together\, these artists represent multiple generations of jazz excellence — rooted in the Great American Songbook tradition while vibrantly alive in today’s global jazz landscape. Their combined experience includes performances at Lincoln Center\, Birdland\, The Kennedy Center\, major international festivals\, and concert halls across Europe\, Asia\, and the Americas. For this special holiday production at Kleinhans Music Hall\, they unite in a swinging celebration that honors jazz’s rich legacy while delivering the joy\, warmth\, and sophistication that define the season. \nSwinging in the Holidays celebrates the music that defined an era — from the swing classics of Bing Crosby\, Frank Sinatra\, Nat “King” Cole\, and Ella Fitzgerald to the nostalgic favorites that anchor our holiday memories — all re-imagined with sophistication\, imagination\, and joyful spirit. \nThis performance also coincides with the holiday release connected to the Flying High series\, Flying High for the Holidays\, produced by Fulton\, further underscoring the evening’s blend of tradition and creative jazz interpretation. It is not simply a Christmas concert — it is a polished artistic celebration of rhythm\, melody\, and shared experience\, presented in the magnificent acoustical setting of Kleinhans Music Hall. \nAbout Champian Fulton\n \nChampian Fulton is an internationally acclaimed jazz pianist and vocalist whose artistry stands at the intersection of tradition and innovation. Recognized by The New York Times as “a charming young steward of the mainstream jazz tradition” and by critics as one of her generation’s most gifted voices\, Fulton has spent more than two decades shaping a singular voice in jazz. She has released 19 albums as a leader\, earned multiple Album of the Year honors from The NYC Jazz Record\, and was named Pianist & Vocalist of the Year by Hot House Magazine. Fulton has performed across the globe — from Lincoln Center and Birdland in New York to festivals and concert halls in Europe\, Asia\, and beyond — and shared the stage with jazz luminaries including Lou Donaldson\, Buster Williams\, and Jimmy Cobb. As the artistic force behind the Jazz at the Ballroom – Flying High Christmas album and concert series\, Champian brings her deep swing feel\, elegant touch\, and radiant musical presence to Swingin’ in the Holidays at Kleinhans. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Carmen Bradford\n \nCarmen Bradford is a Jazz vocal icon and a direct heir to the big-band tradition. Discovered and hired at age 22 by William “Count” Basie himself\, she served as the featured vocalist of the legendary Count Basie Orchestra for nearly a decade\, carrying forward one of the most storied legacies in jazz history. A five-time Grammy nominee and Grammy Award winner for her work on Basie Swings the Blues\, Bradford has carved out a distinguished career both on the bandstand and as an educator. Her rich tone\, impeccable phrasing\, and commanding stage presence reflect a lifetime immersed in jazz tradition and innovation alike. Whether delivering swing classics\, blues-infused ballads\, or spirited holiday favorites\, Carmen’s voice embodies both historical depth and joyful immediacy — a perfect fit for this cherished seasonal celebration at Kleinhans. \n\nAbout Jazz at the Ballroom\nJazz at the Ballroom is devoted to keeping the American Songbook and the spirit of swinging\, classic jazz vibrantly alive — celebrating this extraordinary American art form while creating one-of-a-kind musical experiences. Rooted in the timeless elegance of the Great American Songbook\, the series collaborates with some of the world’s most gifted musicians\, offering performances that balance intimacy\, artistry\, and joyful sophistication. \nJazz at Kleinhans continues its mission to bring Buffalo the highest level of jazz experiences — performances that are international in scope\, artistically distinguished\, and deeply rooted in the music’s rich heritage. Swingin’ in the Holidays stands as a festive testament to that commitment and promises an unforgettable evening for audiences of all ages.
URL:https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/swingingholidays/
LOCATION:Mary Seaton Room\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jazz at Kleinhans
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SUMMARY:African Savanna Exposed: Jen Guyton | National Geographic Live
DESCRIPTION:Early Bird Season Subscriptions Now Available! Subscribe and save 15% for a limited time. Click the link or call the Box Office at (716)885-5000 to reserve your tickets today. \nVIP tickets include complimentary beverages\, beer and wine along with light hors d’oeurves\, cheese\, and cracker plates\, and some sweets. \nThe African savanna is one of the most iconic ecosystems in the world\, and so many remarkable animals call it home. Connect with the wonders of this special place through the lens of photographer and National Geographic Explorer Jen Guyton. Explore the surprising lives of misunderstood hyenas\, scurry along with friendly-faced meerkats\, and perch at the edge of a watering hole to witness its menagerie of wildlife. \nAbout Jen Guyton:  \nJen Guyton is an ecologist and conservationist who weaves science and storytelling to illuminate the interconnectedness of all things. With a Ph.D. from Princeton University and a deep curiosity for the natural world\, Guyton combines rigorous science with evocative visual storytelling to inspire action for biodiversity conservation. As a conservation photographer\, she captures the raw beauty and fragile balance of nature\, sharing compelling stories that bridge the gap between scientific understanding and public awareness. Her work has been published in leading scientific journals and major media outlets\, engaging audiences around the world. Whether mentoring students\, leading conservation action or capturing the perfect moment in the field\, Guyton is driven by her commitment to protecting our planet’s wild places.
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SUMMARY:Ann Hampton Callaway Celebrates Harold Arlen
DESCRIPTION:Kleinhans Music Hall and JazzBuffalo are pleased to present\nAnn Hampton Callaway Celebrates Harold Arlen\nSunday\, February 7 | 3 PM\nThe Mary Seaton Room\nEach year\, Jazz at Kleinhans proudly gathers our community to honor Buffalo’s greatest son in American music — Harold Arlen. His songs shaped the very fabric of the Great American Songbook\, giving the world timeless works such as “Over the Rainbow\,” “Stormy Weather\,” and “Come Rain or Come Shine.” This annual celebration is more than a concert; it is a reaffirmation of Buffalo’s profound place in American musical history. \nFor the 3rd Annual Harold Arlen Celebration\, we welcome the extraordinary Ann Hampton Callaway — a Tony Award nominee and one of the world’s most revered champions of the Great American Songbook. An insatiable creative spirit\, Callaway has distinguished herself not only as a luminous vocalist and pianist but also as a composer\, lyricist\, arranger\, educator\, actress\, and producer. Her artistry seamlessly blends jazz and traditional pop\, making her a commanding presence in concert halls\, theaters\, jazz clubs\, and symphony stages across the globe. \nCallaway’s Broadway acclaim includes her Tony-nominated performance in Swing!\, and she is widely known as the writer and performer of the beloved theme song to the television series The Nanny. A Platinum Award–winning songwriter\, her compositions have been recorded by Barbra Streisand on five albums — a remarkable testament to her stature among America’s finest interpreters and composers. Notably\, she remains the only composer to have collaborated directly with Cole Porter and has written with luminaries such as Carole King and others who have shaped American popular music. \nHer live performances are celebrated for their warmth\, wit\, spontaneity\, and emotional depth. Callaway is regarded as one of America’s most gifted improvisers\, often creating songs in the moment from audience suggestions — whether at the piano or in front of a full symphony orchestra. She has appeared as a special guest with Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra\, performed with the Boston Pops\, and been featured in tributes at Carnegie Hall. She has sung with more than twenty-five of the world’s leading orchestras and has performed on international stages from Berlin’s Philharmonie Hall to Washington\, D.C.\, and Moscow. \nIt is precisely this depth of experience — this lifelong devotion to America’s master songwriters — that makes Ann Hampton Callaway uniquely suited to honor Harold Arlen. She brings not only vocal brilliance\, but an interpretive intelligence and reverence that elevates Arlen’s music to its rightful stature. \nJoining her is the renowned pianist Ted Rosenthal\, whose virtuosity and sensitivity have made him one of the most respected jazz pianists of his generation\, and internationally respected bassist Martin Wind\, forming a trio of exceptional artistry. Together\, they promise an evening of sophistication\, swing\, intimacy\, and brilliance worthy of Arlen’s enduring legacy. \nThe Harold Arlen Celebration has become a defining pillar of Jazz at Kleinhans — a program committed to presenting internationally acclaimed artists while honoring the architects of American music. In the magnificent acoustical setting of Kleinhans Music Hall\, these performances continue to elevate Buffalo’s cultural standing and affirm Jazz at Kleinhans as the city’s premier home for world-class jazz. \nThis is not simply an evening of song. It is a civic tribute\, a celebration of excellence\, and a continuation of a tradition that places Buffalo firmly on the national jazz stage. \nWe invite you to join us for this special occasion as we honor Harold Arlen — and continue building one of Buffalo’s most meaningful cultural traditions.
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SUMMARY:Alfredo Rodríguez Trio
DESCRIPTION:Kleinhans Music Hall and JazzBuffalo are pleased to present\nAlfredo Rodríguez Trio\nSunday\, March 14 | 3 PM\nThe Mary Seaton Room\nFew pianists today embody the electrifying spirit of Latin jazz quite like Alfredo Rodríguez. Born and classically trained in Havana\, Rodríguez has forged a bold international career defined by rhythmic brilliance\, fearless improvisation\, and a deep reverence for his Cuban roots. \nMentored early in his career by the legendary Quincy Jones\, Rodríguez quickly emerged as one of the most compelling pianists of his generation. His artistry seamlessly blends Afro-Cuban rhythms\, jazz improvisation\, classical discipline\, and contemporary energy into a sound that is both technically dazzling and emotionally immediate. \nRodríguez is a Grammy and Latin Grammy nominee\, recognized for his boundary-pushing recordings that reinterpret Cuban and American song traditions with fresh urgency. His albums have consistently drawn critical acclaim for their virtuosity and innovation\, positioning him as a leading voice in modern global jazz. Beyond awards recognition\, he has performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages and festivals\, collaborating with major international artists and orchestras while maintaining the intimate fire of the jazz trio format. \nRodríguez’s latest album\, ¡TAKE COVER!\, was born on the road — on airplanes\, during soundchecks\, and on stages around the world. The project reimagines some of the most iconic songs of all time through Cuban\, Caribbean\, and Latin rhythms\, transforming global classics into vibrant\, high-energy musical experiences. Created live and shaped by his audience\, ¡TAKE COVER! stands as Alfredo’s most personal release to date — a direct reflection of the spontaneous energy that only exists between artist and crowd. \nHis music has reached millions across digital platforms\, with viral performances amassing millions of views worldwide. Global tours continue to sell out venues across Europe\, Latin America\, and the United States\, where audiences experience a rare and powerful connection between virtuosity\, rhythm\, and emotional immediacy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn the trio setting\, Rodríguez is at his most exhilarating. His playing can shift in an instant — from explosive\, percussive montuno patterns that ignite the rhythm section to breathtakingly lyrical passages that reveal his classical foundation. The interplay between piano\, bass\, and drums becomes a kinetic dialogue\, fueled by Cuban rhythmic tradition and propelled by contemporary jazz imagination. \nAudiences can expect an evening of high-voltage musicianship: original compositions infused with Afro-Caribbean pulse\, inventive reworkings of standards\, and moments of improvisational daring that remind us why jazz remains one of the most vital art forms in the world. \nOn March 14\, 2027\, the Alfredo Rodríguez Trio brings that fire\, elegance\, and global perspective to the stage — a celebration of rhythm\, virtuosity\, and the boundless possibilities of modern Latin jazz.
URL:https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/alfredorodriguez/
LOCATION:Mary Seaton Room\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jazz at Kleinhans
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SUMMARY:A Pirate's Life: Lisa Briggs | National Geographic Live
DESCRIPTION:Early Bird Season Subscriptions Now Available! Subscribe and save 15% for a limited time. Click the link or call the Box Office at (716)885-5000 to reserve your tickets today. \nVIP tickets include complimentary beverages\, beer and wine along with light hors d’oeurves\, cheese\, and cracker plates\, and some sweets. \nPirates might be reduced to a Halloween costume for some people\, but they are a year-round fascination for archaeologist and National Geographic Explorer Lisa Briggs. We go on assignment with her to the Mediterranean Sea to explore how pirating shaped ancient cities. We also meet the icons of the Golden Age of Piracy\, explore the “pirate code\,” and then follow Lisa to the wreck of the most famous renegade\, Blackbeard. \nAbout Lisa Briggs:  \nLisa Briggs is an underwater archaeologist\, archaeological scientist\, and documentary filmmaker. She is best known for her work excavating shipwrecks and conducting scientific analysis on artifacts recovered from some of the world’s most important underwater archaeological sites including Blackbeard’s flagship\, the Queen Anne’s Revenge\, the Bronze Age Uluburun and Cape Gelidonya shipwrecks of Turkey\, the Hellenistic era Kyrenia ship of Cyprus\, the Classical age Mazotos shipwreck\, Cyprus\, and the Renaissance period Gnalic shipwreck of Croatia. Her scientific research focuses on ancient biomolecules recovered from shipwrecks\, including waterlogged grape seeds\, olive stones\, resins\, and the invisible residues trapped inside of ceramic jars. Through her DNA analysis of shipwreck plant materials\, Briggs attempts to trace the domestication and trade of important crops species throughout time.
URL:https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/pirates/
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SUMMARY:BABEL | Amor Towles
DESCRIPTION:Just Buffalo Literary Center presents\nBABEL featuring Amor Towles\nThursday\, March 18\, 2027\n7:30 pm\nDoors open at 6:30 p.m.\nAuthor Reception for Premium Access ticketholders starts at 6:30pm \nJoin Just Buffalo Literary Center’s BABEL Author Series for an evening with Amor Towles. \nBorn and raised in the Boston area\, Amor Towles graduated from Yale and received an MA in English from Stanford. After working as an investment professional for over twenty years he now devotes himself full time to writing. His novels Rules of Civility\, A Gentleman in Moscow\, and The Lincoln Highway\, and his collection of shorter fiction Table for Two have all been New York Times bestsellers. His books have collectively sold more than eight million copies and been translated into more than forty languages. A Gentleman in Moscow has made numerous “Best of” book lists including President Barack Obama’s annual book recommendations and was recently adapted as a limited series starring Ewan McGregor.
URL:https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/amor-towles/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle \,  Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Just Buffalo's Babel Series
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SUMMARY:Weird World of Frogs: Jonathan Kolby | National Geographic Live
DESCRIPTION:Early Bird Season Subscriptions Now Available! Subscribe and save 15% for a limited time. Click the link or call the Box Office at (716)885-5000 to reserve your tickets today. \nVIP tickets include complimentary beverages\, beer and wine along with light hors d’oeurves\, cheese\, and cracker plates\, and some sweets. \nBright colors and captivating calls are just the start with some of Earth’s most amazing species. Frogs can turn nearly invisible\, leap more than 20 times their body length\, and defend themselves with poison. We go on assignment with conservation biologist and National Geographic Explorer Jonathan Kolby to discover all kinds of incredible abilities and springy biodiversity. \nAbout Jonathan Kolby:  \nJonathan Kolby became involved in wildlife conservation at the age of 15\, when he volunteered on his first expedition to document biodiversity in Southeast Asia. He has since been involved in 20 field expeditions spanning the globe\, from Honduras to Madagascar to Hong Kong. In 2007\, Kolby was awarded a National Geographic Young Explorers Grant to study chytrid fungus and amphibian declines in Honduras. After completing this project\, Kolby decided to dedicate himself to combatting global amphibian declines and extinction. He recently established the Honduras Amphibian Research & Conservation Center to specifically prevent amphibian extinctions in Honduras. Kolby completed his Ph.D. at James Cook University in Australia\, where he studied the global spread of amphibian chytrid fungus and ranavirus. Kolby has published over a dozen scientific papers\, written blog posts for National Geographic and the IUCN Amphibian Specialist Group\, and currently runs a citizen science project on iNaturalist called “Saving Salamanders with Citizen Science” to help monitor for the emergence of salamander chytrid fungus in the United States. To make science more accessible to the general public\, Kolby actively uses photography and social media to help raise awareness about wildlife conservation issues. He also manages a YouTube channel featuring videos and short films produced for the Honduras Amphibian Research & Conservation Center. 
URL:https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/frogs/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle \,  Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves
DESCRIPTION:Kleinhans Music Hall and JazzBuffalo present\nBranford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves\nCelebrate The Ballads of John Coltrane\nThursday\, April 22\, 2027 | 7 PM\nMain Hall\, Kleinhans Music Hall\nSome music asks to be heard. John Coltrane’s ballads ask to be felt. \nOn April 22\, 2027\, at 7 pm\, Kleinhans Music Hall and JazzBuffalo present an extraordinary and deeply moving musical event as two NEA Jazz Masters and multiple Grammy Award winners — Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves — come together to celebrate the timeless ballads of John Coltrane\, which they have recorded and will release on the centennial of Coltrane’s birth this September. \nThis is not a retrospective. It is not a recreation. \nIt is a living\, breathing artistic conversation centered on some of the most intimate and emotionally transcendent music ever recorded in jazz. \nAt the heart of the evening is the landmark 1963 recording John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman — a masterwork of tenderness and restraint that revealed Coltrane’s profoundly romantic and melodic voice. Pairing his searching tenor saxophone with Hartman’s velvet baritone\, the album remains one of the most beloved ballad recordings in jazz and American Music history — and the only studio album in which Coltrane featured a vocalist. \nIn this rare collaboration\, the Branford Marsalis Quartet and Dianne Reeves revisit this sacred repertoire while honoring the broader lyricism\, depth\, romantic\, and spiritual resonance of Coltrane’s ballad legacy. \nThe collaboration will also be captured in a forthcoming recording of timeless ballads—including selections from the historic John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman—set for release this September in celebration of the centennial of John Coltrane’s birth\, offering audiences a rare opportunity to experience this deeply expressive music reimagined by Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves. \nAs part of a limited world tour — including Carnegie Hall in New York City\, The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto\, The Concertgebouw in Amsterdam\, Munich’s Gasteig\, and the 60th Barcelona Jazz Festival — Buffalo stands among a select number of U.S. cities chosen to host this remarkable engagement. \nThe Main Hall of Kleinhans Music Hall provides the perfect setting. Its warmth and acoustical clarity allow music of this intimacy to bloom fully — every breath\, every phrase\, every nuance suspended in space. \nBranford Marsalis brings commanding tone\, interpretive intelligence\, and emotional authority to Coltrane’s music. Dianne Reeves\, one of the most celebrated vocalists of her generation\, brings unparalleled expressive depth — her voice capable of both quiet vulnerability and soaring declaration. Together\, they illuminate the tenderness\, romance\, and quiet spiritual power that define Coltrane’s ballads. \nThis evening promises lyricism. It promises beauty. It promises emotional connection at the highest artistic level. \nFor Jazz at Kleinhans\, this performance represents a defining moment in our continued commitment to presenting world-class artistry in Buffalo — concerts that resonate long after the final note fades. \nBuffalo is proud to be one of the few cities welcoming this landmark collaboration. \nSeats for an event of this magnitude are expected to move quickly. \nEarly reserved seating is strongly encouraged. \nAbout Branford Marsalis \nFrom his initial recognition as a young jazz lion\, Branford Marsalis has expanded his vision as an instrumentalist\, composer\, bandleader\, and educator\, crossing stylistic boundaries while maintaining an unwavering creative integrity. In the process\, he has become an avatar of contemporary artistic excellence\, winning three Grammy Awards\, a Tony nomination for his work as a composer on Broadway\, a citation by the National Endowment for the Arts as Jazz Master\, and a 2021 Primetime Emmy nomination for the score he composed for the Tulsa Burning documentary. \nAbout Dianne Reeves \nFive-time Grammy winner Dianne Reeves is one of the world’s premier jazz singers. With her improvisational virtuosity and unique jazz and R&B style\, Reeves won the Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal Performance for three consecutive recordings\, winning the first Grammy in a vocal category. She was featured in George Clooney’s award-winning film Goodnight and Good Luck\, for which she received a Grammy. Reeves holds honorary doctorates from DePaul University\, the Berklee College of Music\, and the Juilliard School. Like Marsalis\, she was named a Jazz Master by the National Endowment for the Arts – the highest distinction awarded to jazz artists in the USA.
URL:https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/marsalis-reeves/
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SUMMARY:BABEL | Tayari Jones
DESCRIPTION:Just Buffalo Literary Center presents\nBABEL featuring Tayari Jones\nThursday\, April 29\, 2027\n7:30 pm\nDoors open at 6:30 p.m.\nAuthor Reception for Premium Access ticketholders starts at 6:30pm \nJoin Just Buffalo Literary Center’s BABEL Author Series for an evening with Tayari Jones. \nOver the course of her award-winning career\, Tayari Jones’s novels and essays have explored the vagaries of birth and fate\, the bitterness of injustice\, and the persistent power of love. From her debut\, Leaving Atlanta\, to her latest novel\, the Oprah Book Club Selection and New York Times bestseller Kin\, Jones brings warmth and wisdom to themes of family\, friendship\, and what it means to be a girl and a woman in the American South. Hailed as “one of the most important voices of her generation” by Essence and as “a bard of the modern South” by the Los Angeles Times\, her vivid characters\, trademark humor\, and gorgeous prose have won her acclaim from readers and critics alike. \nPrevious books include An American Marriage—which was also an Oprah’s Book Club Selection—Silver Sparrow and The Unteling. \nJones is a graduate of Spelman College\, University of Iowa\, and Arizona State University. She is an Andrew D. White Professor-at-Large at Cornell University and the Charles Howard Candler Professor of Creative Writing at Emory University.
URL:https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/tayari-jones/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle \,  Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Just Buffalo's Babel Series
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