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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Baird says CEO ‘well-equipped' to further Intuitive Surgical position
After Intuitive Surgical (ISRG) announced this morning that President Dave Rosa will be promoted to Chief Executive Officer, Baird said the firm believes Rosa has long been slated to take over the CEO role, given his 29-plus years at the company. The firm, which expects Rosa to be 'well-equipped to continue to further ISRG's position as a best-in-class MedTech growth story,' keeps an Outperform and $575 price target on Intuitive Surgical shares. Quickly and easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks straight to you inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter Published first on TheFly – the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. Try Now>> See the top stocks recommended by analysts >> Read More on ISRG: Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Intuitive Surgical Appoints David Rosa as CEO Intuitive Surgical announces promotion of Dave Rosa to CEO Wolfpack Research says short UFP Technologies, growth story 'in shambles' Intuitive Surgical Expands Stock Repurchase Program to $4B Intuitive Surgical announces FDA clearance of da Vinci Single Port system
Sunday Post
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Sunday Post
Kathleen Wallfisch on being music supervisor for epic blockbusters
Get a weekly round-up of stories from The Sunday Post: Thank you for signing up to our Sunday Post newsletter. Something went wrong - please try again later. Sign Up A period blockbuster wouldn't be complete without big-budget scenes of grand celebrations involving hundreds of extras. As there's no party without a bit of music, directors face an extra logistical challenge in showing performers on screen and trying to abide by historical accuracy. It's here that music supervisors, often unsung heroes in the film world, come into their own. 'You have to oversee everything from beginning to end,' said Kathleen Wallfisch, the Scot who took on the role for the recent Ridley Scott films Napoleon and Gladiator II. 'From looking at composer selection to going through the script to see where music will be used, to contracting musicians and clearing and licensing tracks in post-production as well. It's an all-encompassing role, but it's really interesting.' © Supplied Originally from Dundee, Kathleen studied as a cellist at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and the Royal Academy of Music in London, becoming immersed in period instruments and enjoying being encouraged to research pieces and how they were performed. Specialising in cello and the Baroque instrument viola da gamba, she had regular roles on camera as a background musician. After working on a Burberry commercial, she realised there was no process for booking musicians like that for extras. It led her to set up the agency she runs today, Music In Vision, to bridge the gap between musicians and film production companies and also provide music supervision services. The role marries her love of performance and research with on-set experience over the years, contributing to the accurate representation of music on screen while also being an advocate for real musicians to be cast and paid fairly. For 2023's Napoleon, starring Joaquin Phoenix, Kathleen was tasked with organising and arranging the music performed in a coronation scene shot at Lincoln Cathedral, which doubled for Notre Dame. 'That was a massive scene, so many musicians to wrangle. We had a full choir and orchestra there. Everyone needs to be rehearsed on very little time, they've all got costumes to wear and they had to get up to Lincoln. 'We still had some Covid restrictions too. It was a massive undertaking, but it's amazing when you actually see a scene like that come together. Even veteran film crew were feeling like it was a real moment.' © Apple/Aidan Monaghan. All Rights Kathleen worked with Scott again on Gladiator II, where among her key roles was bringing to life the 2nd-Century piece Hymn to Nemesis for a party scene. The piece had to be arranged and produced, and musicians cast to play it on reproductions of Roman instruments. 'I went to very well-researched sources that gave an overview of the melody that was actually written down from the time,' Kathleen said. 'There were hardly any of those. For me, the enjoyable part other than the research is bringing all these amazing musicians together who are playing these reproduction instruments. 'A recreation of a Roman melody with a counter tenor voice probably hasn't been done before. It was a lovely opportunity.' © Supplied Kathleen was delighted to work alongside a legend in Scott, who has also directed the likes of Alien and Blade Runner. 'I've been really fortunate to be able to see the way he works,' she said. 'What always strikes me is that he's so down to earth and it's very easy to communicate with him. You don't get the opportunity to see someone like that work very often in your life. 'These sets are well-oiled machines. On Gladiator II, I just thought I'd never see one like it again – they recreated half of a life-size Colosseum.' Kathleen, who now lives in Berlin with opera singer husband Simon and her young family, hopes the school opportunities that led to her making a career in music don't disappear for today's youngsters. 'It makes me sad when I see councils having to cut their funding and one of the things to go is arts education,' she said. 'That's a real problem. I used to be a strings instructor for Dundee City Council. I came up through that system and it's so important kids have those extra-curricular activities.' Kathleen will be back on home turf next weekend, sharing insights into her work as part of the Sands International Film Festival. The popular St Andrews event is backed by Hollywood titans the Russo Brothers, directors of Marvel's Avengers films. 'It's really great to be asked to go and be able to spend some time there, especially with other people in the industry from Scotland,' Kathleen said. 'The sponsorship from the Russos is amazing and absolutely invaluable for a smaller festival. It gives it a level of seriousness. 'Not only does it celebrate what we do, it also allows people to come and see some of the locations or meet production professionals who are actually working in Scotland, because all the resources are there.' © Supplied It also affords Kathleen a chance to visit family in Broughty Ferry. She says she hopes to spend more time working near home, including on a project waiting to get the green light, Wax Fruit. The Scottish-based period piece – billed as Glasgow's Bridgerton – recently piloted in a trailer starring Elaine C Smith, Martin Compston and Ashley Jensen. 'If I've got the opportunity to do more for the country that's already given me so many opportunities, that would be amazing,' Kathleen said. Sands 25: This Much I Know… with Kathleen Wallfisch, Friday, Byre Theatre, St Andrews. Visit
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Zareen Khan takes a trip down memory lane in a throwback video from Kashmir, relishes 'sarson da saag' and 'makkai di roti'
Bollywood actress Zareen Khan had earlier treated fans to a lovely throwback video from her trip to the scenic beauty of Kashmir . In the clip, she is seen enjoying the local flavors of sarson da saag and makkai di roti amidst the breathtaking views of ' Doodhpathri ', capturing a serene and delicious moment from her travel diaries. Effortless style in the sun In a shared vibrant reel video, Zareen has captured a peaceful moment in a lush park setting. Seated comfortably on a carpet and soaking up the warm sunlight, the 'Veer' actress looks effortlessly chic in a bright yellow sweatshirt teamed with blue denim. Her open hair flows naturally, complemented perfectly by a pair of stylish sunglasses. Childhood memories She further stated in her caption, "Just enjoying a meal of my favorite Sarson da Saag & Makkai di Roti at this roadside dhaaba at the beautiful DoodhPatri, reminiscing about childhood days when our Khandaan used to go for picnics. Special thanks to @wadiye_sitara & @bhat_subeena for getting this trip planned for me." Her post is filled with nostalgia and gratitude, tagged with #ThrowBack, #Nostalgia, and #TravelGram. Her journey in Bollywood Zareen Khan stepped into Bollywood in 2010 with the epic action film 'Veer,' where she starred opposite Salman Khan. She followed it up with a popular appearance in the item number 'Character Dheela' from the 2011 film 'Ready.' Over the years, the 37-year-old actress has featured in several Hindi films, including 'Housefull 2,' 'Hate Story 3,' 'Wajah Tum Ho,' 'Aksar 2,' and '1921,' showcasing her versatility across genres. Her most recent film appearance was in 'Hum Bhi Akele Tum Bhi Akele,' directed by Harish Vyas. The film revolves around the bond between a gay man and a lesbian woman on a soul-searching road trip. It also stars Anshuman Jha, Ravi Khanvilkar, Gurfateh Pirzada, and Nitin Sharma. In addition to films, Zareen has been part of several music videos like 'Pyaar Manga Hai,' 'Chann Chann,' and 'Eid Ho Jayegi,' further expanding her presence in the entertainment industry. 'Dengue ho gaya tha, recover ho rahi thi', says Zareen Khan as she gets clicked in Bandra
