Shelf 31
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Contains 194 Results:
Museum Experience with Da Camera, 2013-01-26
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 06
Identifier: 31.94.06
Abstract
To celebrate the Houston Museum District Association's inaugural Museum Experience, the Rothko Chapel will host a day full of events in conjunction with The Menil Collection and Houston Center for Photography. Enjoy crepes on the plaza from Melange Creperie along with the following events:1–2pm: Tai chi class with Henderson Smith on the plaza (weather permitting)2-2:30pm: Musical performances by Da Camera Young Artists featuring the music of George Crumb...
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Event: 2013-01-26
Morton Feldman’s Rothko Chapel, 2013-02-03
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 07
Identifier: 31.94.07
Abstract
Collaboration with Da Camera of Houston
Suggested Donation $10The Rothko Chapel hosts Da Camera of Houston, who will perform Morton Feldman’s masterpiece, Rothko Chapel, which was inspired by the composer’s visit to the Chapel in 197l. Associated with the New York School of experimental composers, Feldman was close to major figures in the arts and was friends with Mark Rothko. This performance is held in conjunction with Da Camera’s recording of this iconic work. Performers...
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Event: 2013-02-03
Twelve Moments: Modern Tradition, 2013-02-06
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 08
Identifier: 31.94.08
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Jerry Ruhl, Ph.D., Modern Meditation
Suggested donation $10Today, we often think of happiness as a natural right, even an entitlement. We tend to look for something or someone on the outside to make us happy. This meditation will consider happiness from the perspectives of depth psychology, Buddhism, and neuroscience. Executive Director of The Jung Center of Houston, Jerry M. Ruhl, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ruhl also is a faculty...
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Event: 2013-02-06
Contemplating Rothko Series, 2013-02 - 2013-05
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 09
Identifier: 31.94.09
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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.
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Event: 2013-02 - 2013-05
Music for Peace: Shouts, Cries, Prayers, 2013-02-08
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 10
Identifier: 31.94.10
Abstract
Collaboration with Foundation for Modern Music
Suggested donation $10Acting on behalf of peace takes many forms. A few brave souls protest individually at great risk to themselves for the end of war, oppression, hate, and injustice. When these individual voices join, they gather strength and become powerful enough to change the course of history. Others seek peace through a more personal approach: prayer, meditation and reflection. The Foundation for Modern Music will present...
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Event: 2013-02-08
America and Its Obsession with Violence: A Theological Expose, 2013-02-19
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 11
Identifier: 31.94.11
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Rev. James E. Atwood
Suggested donation $10Author and minister, the Rev. James E. Atwood will lead a timely discussion of the theological roots of America’s epidemic of gun violence. The Rev. Atwood contends that the 36,000 gun deaths America suffers every year must be understood in light of the national myth that God has appointed America as “trustee of the civilization of the world” and “Christ’s light to the nations.” Atwood has spent the past 38 years advocating for gun...
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Event: 2013-02-19
Music for Rothko Chapel , 2013-02-23 - 2013-02-24
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 12
Identifier: 31.94.12
Abstract
Collaboration with Da Camera of Houston
Da Camera of Houston will present the world premiere of Sombre, a new chamber work by Kaija Saariaho inspired by the Rothko Chapel. The Paris-based Finnish composer Saariaho is known for her sensual, expansive soundscapes and sensitive spirituality. American baritone Daniel Belcher is featured in the premiere. Additional works by Ravel, Messiaen, and Saariaho are on the program.
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Event: 2013-02-23 - 2013-02-24
Reception for Vatican II 50th Anniversary, 2013-02-27
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 13
Identifier: 31.94.13
Scope and Contents
From the Series:
Contains materials related to public programs during the time period, except for Awards and Colloquia which have separate series.
Dates:
Event: 2013-02-27
Twelve Moments: Toning Home , 2013-03-06
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 14
Identifier: 31.94.14
Abstract
Lisa Harris, Music Meditation
Suggested donation $10Lisa Harris will lead a call and response revisiting of traditional hymns and spirituals, mixed with silent reflection and communal intoning. Composer and singer, Lisa is a graduate of the Mannes School of Music and the Manhattan School of Music and is on the Voice Faculty at the Humphrey’s School of Musical Theatre. The series is co-sponsored by Ligmincha Texas Institute, The Jung Center of Houston, M. D. Anderson Cancer...
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Event: 2013-03-06
The Transformed Experience of Sisters since Vatican II, 2013-03-14
File — Container: Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 15
Identifier: 31.94.15
Abstract
Sister Pat Farrell
Vatican II@50
Suggested donation $10Vatican II@50 is a series of programs recognizing the worldwide impact of the Second Vatican Council, convened 50 years ago in 1962 by the enormously influential Pope John XXIII. Among the great legacies of Vatican II are increased tolerance of other religious traditions, a celebration of people’s growing awareness of human dignity, and a renewed perspective on sacred music and art. The Rothko Chapel, John and Dominique de...
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Event: 2013-03-14