Open Access Week 2014 Imagine being able to read any academic publication you like, at no cost to you. Today this isn’t possible. Traditionally, most academic publications, such as peer-reviewed research articles, have not been freely available to anyone who wants to read them. Access to most scholarly journals is too expensive for individual readers. … Read moreDesign Students Unlock Generation Open – curious arts
Industry Advice from Guillaume Tardif Guillaume Tardif. Photo by Pederson, Avenue Magazine. Supplied from Tardif. Guillaume Tardif aims to bring more music he loves to more people’s ears. The mandate of performing music that might not regularly be played, for people that might not normally hear it, is particularly close to Guillaume Tardif’s heart. It … Read moreHow to: Mix research into performance – curious arts
A program exploring the art of transcription Guillaume Tardif likes to build his concert programs the way a chef might put together a delectable menu. With his violin, he wants to give the audience an assortment of flavours, colours and textures. For Violinissimo, the concert upcoming in Convocation Hall this Saturday, October 4th, Tardif has … Read moreShow preview: Violinissimo – curious arts
Behind the scenes look as Drama’s wardrobe department pull off the styles of the roaring 20s While sitting in the audience at the theatre you’re probably not wondering, “Who designed that outfit?” That’s because one of the goals of the play’s costume designer is to help the audience immerse themselves in the imaginary world presented … Read moreGreat-Gatsby-esque garb for The Violet Hour – curious arts
Industry Advice from Patricia Tao Pianist Patricia Tao is playing a concert called Transatlantic Meeting with internationally-acclaimed artists Gil Sharon and James Campbell this Saturday, September 13th. The two guest musicians arrive in Edmonton September 11th, just two days before the concert! This makes me wonder how the players can form a trio quickly and … Read moreHow To: Play in a chamber music trio – curious arts