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Episode 803: Thursday October 5, 2006

OBT's Prima Ballerinas

When Oregon Ballet Theatre decided to tackle the full-length "Swan Lake" they knew they'd have two great assets - prima ballerinas Yuka Iino and Alison Roper. We take a look at how these two lovely dancers approached this classic dance role.

Accordionist Mike Danner

He took up the accordion because he wanted an instrument that was easier to pack around from gig to gig. But Mike Danner discovered a real love for the accordion and has found ways to coax a surprisingly modern sound out of it with his songwriting.

Go see it:

Mike Danner and Trashcan Joe

• When: Wednesdays
• Where: Moon & Sixpence, 2014 NE 42nd, Portland

On the web:

AccordionCrimes.com — More information on Mike, where he's playing, or holding accordion classes.