conventions
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Bass contends the project already is producing results, helping the city book major conventions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
The arias follow the conventions of the period with plenty of coloratura and opportunities to show off, but Mozart’s preternatural ability to create character is already present.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
The gathering was just two days, but still had the look and feel of the traditional four-day conventions staged by both parties in presidential election years.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
Presidential candidates typically don’t spend much time in the arena at conventions.
From Salon ● Sep. 9, 2026
“Now, anyone interested in running for student council on either ticket has until Thursday, seventh period, when the nominating conventions will take place—Republicans in the auditorium, Democrats in the media center.”
From "The Misfits" by James Howe
