The University of Alberta Symphony Orchestra delves into one of the most profoundly autobiographical musical testaments of the 20th century this weekend, performing Dmitry Shostakovich’s Chamber Symphony on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. in Convocation Hall. Admission is by donation at the door. I caught up with USO conductor Petar Dundjerski to find out … Read moreUSO: Discord Decoded – curious arts
It was cellist Colin Ryan who brought George Crumb’s Vox Balaenae (Voice of the Whale) to the attention of Shelley Younge. “He said we should play it sometime. That was nearly 40 years ago! I guess that ‘sometime’ has finally arrived,” laughs Edmonton Symphony Orchestra flutist and U of A Music instructor Shelley Younge. Younge … Read moreThe Voice of the Whale and Other Creatures – curious arts
It takes 50 people, 19 artworks, five tour guides, three hours, two buses, two performers, and one artist studio to create a fabulous Public Art Bus Tour. The Cityscapes and Parkscapes Bus Tour on October 3 was a huge success despite less than balmy conditions. Public Art Director Katherine Kerr and Public Art Conservator David … Read moreRecap: EAC Public Art Bus Tour – curious arts
Artist Statement Elizabeth Anne Adlam Sails spread out against the lowering grey sky and a lone boat heads into the storm. Wind stirs the water, and white caps ride the waves, threatening to overwhelm the little boat. Water rushes up and over into the cockpit. The wind fills the sails, shoves the boom to one … Read moreFull And By – curious arts
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the University of Alberta’s Department of Drama, the Curious Arts blog is sharing 50 Reasons to Go See A Play throughout the 2015-16 season. Here’s our fifth in a series of 50 Reasons to Go See A Play, by Beyond Therapy cast member Jordan Sabo (’16 BFA) playing Bruce. … Read moreNetflix in Jammies vs. Play at Timms – curious arts