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Contains 194 Results:
Modern Mass with Loadbang, 2015-02-12
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 27
Identifier: 31.95.27
Abstract
bserve the silence of the Rothko Chapel filling with the sound of sacred music, both medieval and modern. New York-based music chamber group LoadBang performs Guillaume de Machaut's 15th century masterpiece “Misse de Nostre Dame” interwoven with composer and group member Andy Kozar’s modern interpretation of the piece titled “Mass.” While Machaut’s music is the epitome of religious music, Kozar’s interpretation reflects on the loss of his Catholic faith as well as honors the place that...
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Event: 2015-02-12
A Service of Worship for Ash Wednesday, 2015-02-18
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 28
Identifier: 31.95.28
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From the Series:
Contains materials related to public programs during the time period, except for Awards and Colloquia which have separate series.
Dates:
Event: 2015-02-18
Twelve Moments: Bon-Buddhist Tradition, 2015-03-04
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 29
Identifier: 31.95.29
Abstract
Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D., Bon-Buddhist MeditationLearn about meditation in the ancient Bon-Buddhist tradition of Tibet, and how it can be a "medicine" for our mind-wandering and emotional entanglements. We will also practice simple techniques of "Meditation Precious Pills" for every day life. Dr. Alejandro Chaoul is an assistant professor and director of education at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center's Integrative Medicine program, where he conducts research using mind-body techniques...
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Event: 2015-03-04
Mending Bones: Walking a Bone Labyrinth , 2015-03-08
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 30
Identifier: 31.95.30
Abstract
To commemorate International Women’s Day, step inside a unique labyrinth on the Rothko Chapel plaza and engage in the ancient practice of walking contemplation. Installed by artist Jo Zider, this labyrinth is composed of ceramic “bones” that invite participants to consider violence against women, and what role we might all play in compassionately ending it. In the center of the labyrinth, place a bone in the healing circle as a prayer or indication of your intention. The labyrinth is...
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Event: 2015-03-08
How to Start a Revolution, 2015-03-19
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 31
Identifier: 31.95.31
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Film Screening and DialogueSit under the stars on the Rothko Chapel plaza and meet the most important man you never heard of thanks to Ruaridh Arrow’s award-winning documentary How to Start a Revolution. Arrow’s film explores the life and ideas of Dr. Gene Sharp, a thinker and writer responsible for toppling dictatorships across the globe because of the power of his pen. His seminal work From Dictatorship to Democracy has formed the blueprint for non-violent revolutions in Latin...
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Event: 2015-03-19
From Dictatorship to Democracy Workshop, 2015-03-21
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 32
Identifier: 31.95.32
Abstract
Workshop
The Albert Einstein Institution Learn the skills and methods needed for nonviolent political change from the people who trained the leaders of the Egyptian, Burmese, and Georgian revolutions, among many others. Jamila Raqib, Executive Director of The Albert Einstein Institution leads a workshop in the Rothko Chapel with extensive opportunity for dialogue and networking; lunch is available for purchase from Cuchara. The Albert Einstein Institution was founded by Dr. Gene...
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Event: 2015-03-21
Twelve Moments: Jewish Tradition, 2015-04-01
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 33
Identifier: 31.95.33
Abstract
Developing Histavut (Equanimity)Ann Friedman, Ph.D., Jewish MeditationAnn Friedman, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist who has studied meditation intensely for the last eight years. Her primary teacher is Rabbi David Cooper, author of many books on Jewish meditation. Two years ago, Ann was asked to teach meditation at Congregation Emanu El, which she continues to do, along with teaching regularly at Congregation Beth Yeshurun and United Orthodox Synagogues. She teaches...
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Event: 2015-04-01
Twilight Meditation: The Language of Peace, 2015-04-14
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 34
Identifier: 31.95.34
Abstract
Hindu Kirtan Concert
The Language of Peace
Lose yourself in the rousing, emotional devotion of a Hindu kirtan. A reception follows the program.
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Event: 2015-04-14
Timber for Menil Fest, 2015-04-18
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 35
Identifier: 31.95.35
Abstract
Experience the inspirational and contemplative sound meditation of Michael Gordon’s Timber in the Rothko Chapel. Performed by six percussionists on amplified 2x4's called a simantra, an instrument used in Eastern Orthodox liturgical services, the patterns in the music subtly change and evolve, much the colors in Mark Rothko’s paintings. Performers include percussionists Brandon Bell, Craig Hauschildt, Luke Hubley, Graeme Francis, Matthew McClung, and Neil Sisauyhoat, marking the Houston...
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Event: 2015-04-18
Musical Meditation for MenilFest, 2015-04-18
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 36
Identifier: 31.95.36
Abstract
Watch the light dance on Mark Rothko’s masterpiece while listening to music from composers of various faith traditions in one expression of common humanity. Like Rothko’s panels, each one similar but unique, the individual works on the program are canvases upon which the artists have projected their experiences and longings. Intersection New Music Collective is comprised of performers from faculty at Sam Houston State University, as well as student musicians from the University of Houston...
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Event: 2015-04-18