Asian Fusion Art Exhibit at
CelebrAsian: The Seventh Annual Asian Heritage Festival May 16, 2009 10:00 to 8:00
Asian Artists living in Iowa will come together for a one-day “Happening” at the 2009 CelebrAsian Art Exhibit, Des Moines, Capitol Terrace East Campus. Rarely seen in Iowa’s art arena, this art form dates back to the late 1950’s. A contemporary piece to be created and unveiled at the festival, Happenings emphasizes place/space with a spirit of anarchy and chance while blending art with the everyday.
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Saturday, May 9, 2009
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Digital Native or Immigrant?
Here is a video that might help you decide! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_A-ZVCjfWf8
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Playing for Change
Below is a link to one of the best pieces of sound engineering work around at the moment. It is a composite audio/video song whereby additional tracks were laid in by different singers and musicians from different places around the world.
The song itself is that classic standard "Stand By Me" originally released in 1955 by The Staple Singers and released again in 1 1961 by the Drifters.
This composite version is a real toe tapper, so turn up the speaker volume and click on or copy the following link into your web browser and enjoy:
http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=2539741
If you are interested in becoming a part of the Playing for Change Foundation, go to their website.
Thanks to Larry Brandstetter, who says: It is my hope that all teachers of the arts can see and appreciate this well filmed and edited piece that shows how music unites people despite cultures, ages, or race.
The song itself is that classic standard "Stand By Me" originally released in 1955 by The Staple Singers and released again in 1 1961 by the Drifters.
This composite version is a real toe tapper, so turn up the speaker volume and click on or copy the following link into your web browser and enjoy:
http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=2539741
If you are interested in becoming a part of the Playing for Change Foundation, go to their website.
Thanks to Larry Brandstetter, who says: It is my hope that all teachers of the arts can see and appreciate this well filmed and edited piece that shows how music unites people despite cultures, ages, or race.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Music instruction helps children read
Children exposed to a multi-year program of music involving increasingly complex rhythmic, tonal, and practical skills display superior cognitive performance in reading skills compared with their non-musically trained peers, according to a study published in the Psychology of Music journal. According to authors Joseph M. Piro and Camilo Ortiz from Long Island University, data from this study will help to clarify the role of music study on cognition and shed light on the question of the potential of music to enhance school performance in language and literacy.
Read more: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/03/090316075843.htm
Read more: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/03/090316075843.htm
Sunday, March 29, 2009
John L. Weinkein: New Art Basics
John L. Weinkein, 61, professor and chairman of the Department of Visual Arts at Texas Woman’s University, passed away March 26, 2009. John was an instumental part of the New Art Basics project at Iowa State University.
John is survived by his loving wife, Gayle Loeffler; his mother, Aileen; his son, Eric; daughter-in-law, Magdalena; and grandson, Filip. He also leaves behind his stepsons, Shaun Ellis and Brandon Ellis; step-daughter-in-law, Michelle; and step-granddaughter, Alina. John’s work and life of integrity has touched and inspired many. He was loved and respected by all who knew him.
Memorial services will be Friday, April 3, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, 1641 W. Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton, TX 75010.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The John Weinkein Distinction in the Visual Arts Award Endowment, made payable to TWU Foundation/John Weinkein Endowment. The mailing address is Institutional Development, Texas Woman’s University, P.O. Box 425618, Denton, TX 76204.
John is survived by his loving wife, Gayle Loeffler; his mother, Aileen; his son, Eric; daughter-in-law, Magdalena; and grandson, Filip. He also leaves behind his stepsons, Shaun Ellis and Brandon Ellis; step-daughter-in-law, Michelle; and step-granddaughter, Alina. John’s work and life of integrity has touched and inspired many. He was loved and respected by all who knew him.
Memorial services will be Friday, April 3, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, 1641 W. Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton, TX 75010.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The John Weinkein Distinction in the Visual Arts Award Endowment, made payable to TWU Foundation/John Weinkein Endowment. The mailing address is Institutional Development, Texas Woman’s University, P.O. Box 425618, Denton, TX 76204.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Grant Opportunities for Arts Teachers
Music instruction helps children read
Children exposed to a multi-year program of music involving increasingly complex rhythmic, tonal, and practical skills display superior cognitive performance in reading skills compared with their non-musically trained peers, according to a study published in the Psychology of Music journal. According to authors Joseph M. Piro and Camilo Ortiz from Long Island University, data from this study will help to clarify the role of music study on cognition and shed light on the question of the potential of music to enhance school performance in language and literacy.
Read more: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/03/090316075843.htm
Fund for Teachers: Grants for Travel and Growth
The Fund for Teachers makes direct grants to teachers for summer learning opportunities of their own design. Maximum award: $5,000. Eligibility: teachers K-12 with a minimum of three years teaching experience; teachers must be full-time and spend at least 50 percent of the time in the classroom when grants are approved and made. Deadline: varies by state.
http://www.fundforteachers.org/apply.html
Music Is Revolution: Mini-grants
The Music Is Revolution Foundation makes mini-grants for activities designed by teachers to implement, support, and/or improve their ability to provide quality music education for their students. Funds may be used for supplies, materials, equipment, transportation for a field trip, and/or to bring a performer or musical group to the school. Maximum award: $500. Eligibility: public school teachers of children in grades K-12. Deadline: April 15, 2009.
http://www.musicisrevolution.org/
Target Store Grants – Arts
Target funds arts programs that bring the arts to schools or make it affordable for youth and families to participate in cultural experiences, such as school touring programs, field trips to the theater or symphony, or artists residencies and workshops in schools. Programs that make the arts accessible to school children are of particular interest. Target will accept grant applications online between March 1 and May 31, 2009, for programs taking place between October 1, 2009, and September 30, 2010. You will receive notification about your request by September 30, 2009. Most grants average between $1,000 and $3,000.
http://sites.target.com/site/en/company/page.jsp;jsessionid=XGA0BLDGEKU0XLARAAVPYAQ?contentId=WCMP04-031819
Target also supports early childhood reading and family violence prevention.
Children exposed to a multi-year program of music involving increasingly complex rhythmic, tonal, and practical skills display superior cognitive performance in reading skills compared with their non-musically trained peers, according to a study published in the Psychology of Music journal. According to authors Joseph M. Piro and Camilo Ortiz from Long Island University, data from this study will help to clarify the role of music study on cognition and shed light on the question of the potential of music to enhance school performance in language and literacy.
Read more: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/03/090316075843.htm
Fund for Teachers: Grants for Travel and Growth
The Fund for Teachers makes direct grants to teachers for summer learning opportunities of their own design. Maximum award: $5,000. Eligibility: teachers K-12 with a minimum of three years teaching experience; teachers must be full-time and spend at least 50 percent of the time in the classroom when grants are approved and made. Deadline: varies by state.
http://www.fundforteachers.org/apply.html
Music Is Revolution: Mini-grants
The Music Is Revolution Foundation makes mini-grants for activities designed by teachers to implement, support, and/or improve their ability to provide quality music education for their students. Funds may be used for supplies, materials, equipment, transportation for a field trip, and/or to bring a performer or musical group to the school. Maximum award: $500. Eligibility: public school teachers of children in grades K-12. Deadline: April 15, 2009.
http://www.musicisrevolution.org/
Target Store Grants – Arts
Target funds arts programs that bring the arts to schools or make it affordable for youth and families to participate in cultural experiences, such as school touring programs, field trips to the theater or symphony, or artists residencies and workshops in schools. Programs that make the arts accessible to school children are of particular interest. Target will accept grant applications online between March 1 and May 31, 2009, for programs taking place between October 1, 2009, and September 30, 2010. You will receive notification about your request by September 30, 2009. Most grants average between $1,000 and $3,000.
http://sites.target.com/site/en/company/page.jsp;jsessionid=XGA0BLDGEKU0XLARAAVPYAQ?contentId=WCMP04-031819
Target also supports early childhood reading and family violence prevention.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Bill Strickland: One Slide at a Time
I just stumbled across an inspiring video. It is not new, but the story is powerful: "As a Pittsburgh youth besieged by racism in the crumbling remains of the steel economy, Bill Strickland should have been one of the Rust Belt's casualties. Instead, he discovered the potter's wheel, and the transforming power of fountains, irrepressible dreams, and the slide show."
If you think that no one cares and no one person can make a difference: watch and listen to Bill Strickland.
Bill's story is about the ways that the arts can change people's lives. See his website.
If you think that no one cares and no one person can make a difference: watch and listen to Bill Strickland.
Bill's story is about the ways that the arts can change people's lives. See his website.
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