Armchair Journeys
One evening while listening to the Gewandhaus Orchestra online, I realized that we could help make your days a little brighter by presenting art discussions similar to what we do on our travel journeys. And because we are all sequestered, many musicians and teachers are now out of work due to canceled concerts and events.
So to give you something to do and to help artists during this unprecedented time, Artful Journeys has assembled some of our faculty to enliven your senses and help you through the barriers of isolation. Thanks to technology such as Zoom, we are able to bring these presentations into your home.
ARTBLAZING, Part III: Museums, Part 2
September 8–November 24, 2020
Trip Description:
Sevan Melikyan once again whisks us off to a few of the world's best art museums, where he will shine a light on some of the world's great and beautiful masterpieces so we can understand and enjoy them better.
Trip Status: OPEN
Winged Victory of Samothrace–The Louvre
WOMEN COMPOSERS
September 8–October 27, 2020
Trip Description:
Join us for Joe Marchio's 8-part discussion will examine the music of some of the most influential female composers in the world. Join us while we delve into the lives and creations of these extraordinary women and how they have impacted the nature of music.
Trip Status: OPEN
ARTS MEDLEY
September 9–October 14, 2020
Trip Description:
Have you always wanted to be an artist? Or at least be able to doodle with confidence? This expert mini-course takes students on an exciting journey of art exploration. Raisy Derzie, one of our phenomenal faculty members, will guide you through 6 weeks of media, creativity, and fun!
Trip Status: OPEN
THE BASICS OF MUSIC THEORY
September 11–October 16, 2020
Trip Description:
If you are a beginner at reading music or are seeking a refresher course in music theory, this is the perfect class for you! The end of this series will find you either reading music, writing a simple ditty, or, for the brave souls, composing your first concerto.
Trip Status: OPEN
PRE-CONCERT TALKS
June 2–August 18, 2020
Trip Description:
Imagine for a moment that the old world has returned. Imagine that you’re going to the symphony hall to hear a concert. Well, Artful Journeys will try to re-create that old excitement you feel as you walk into the hall, with instruments tuning up and a quick perusal of the program and nods to your friends and acquaintances. Bring that feeling home and join us for an in-depth musical exploration.
Trip Status: OPEN
ARTBLAZING, Part I: The Art of Provence
April 17–August 14, 2020
Trip Description:
We will whisk you off to Provence for a digital walk through the hamlets and museums famous for artists and the art they made. Sevan Melikyan will show you where artists lived and how they found their inspiration.
Trip Status: OPEN
Provence, France