On Wednesday, an international orchestra consisting of 90 musicians, all of whom auditioned on Google’s video-sharing Web site YouTube, will perform at New York’s Carnegie Hall after three days of rehearsals.

In a search for classical musicians, video sharing Web site YouTube has launched a competition for users who wish to submit videos highlighting their musical talents.

By Sue Gilmore For half its length, Bay Area author Amy Tan's 2001 novel "The Bonesetter's Daughter" thrums along in a quiet, self-reflective way, its narrative driven by the estrogen-drenched domestic angst that entangles mothers and daughters in so many of her books.

By David Barboza Midway through the grand spectacle "Zen Shaolin," a blue-robed monk on a huge outdoor stage crowded with martial-arts performers appears to banish evil spirits rhythmically with his fists in an artistic meditation of motion and fury.

Award ceremony music for Beijing Games combines ancient, modern elements BEIJING, Aug.