Arts, Featured

Unleash the Coolest Melodies of the Arctic Circle

Far from the hustle and bustle of the urban centers, the remote area of the Arctic has birthed a unique and inspiring musical tapestry. Their music draws from its awe-inspiring surroundings and the creativity of its people. The northern music also resonates with the resilient spirits of those who call this region home. If you’re ...

Viena Abdon

The Nordland Music Festival.

How The Three Tenors Legendary Performances Changed Classical Music Forever

The trio of renowned tenor opera singers Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, and Jose Carreras’ first joint performance was on July 7, 1990. It was a fundraiser concert for the José Carreras’ International Leukaemia Foundation at Rome’s Terme de Caracalla. It was also the first time Carreras performed after his bout with leukemia — and The ...

Nathan Machoka

The Three Tenors.

Coconut Shell Carving: Keeping Alive a Timeless Tradition

The art of coconut shell carving is a traditional art form that involves the creation of intricate designs using coconuts as the primary material. It has its roots in Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, and some areas in South America.  In most Southeast Asian countries, coconut shell carving goes back to the 13th century. But ...

Nathan Machoka

An intricate coconut shell carving.

‘Howl’s Moving Castle’: The Realistic View of Love and Reality

Among the most awarded and beloved movies produced by Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli, Howl’s Moving Castle is a meaningful lesson many can relate to. Aside from the quality visual effects, great portrayal of the main character, and excellent storytelling, Miyazaki redirects the plot into the universal message. The movie is undeniably relevant to the ...

Viena Abdon

Howl's Moving Castle.

13-Year-Old Opera Singer Malakai Stuns Audience

Last month, the audience of Britain’s Got Talent (BGT) was stunned by the melodic voice of Malakai Bayoh. The 13-year-old is one of the contestants of the global hit show, which is on its 16th season. Malakai’s “big dream” is to be a singer. He explained that he started singing when he was seven and ...

Nathan Machoka

Malakai Bayoh gets the golden buzzer.

Visually Impaired Pianist Honors Leeds Legend

Music isn’t for the eyes; it’s for the ears, the heart, and the soul. Learn more about how a visually impaired 13-year-old performed a piece in honor of a legendary pianist. A visually impaired pianist born in Yorkshire, Lucy Illingworth recently rose to fame as a pianist and has since been spreading her love for ...

Mike West

lucy-illingworth

Sean Kenney: Creating Realistic Animal Sculptures With LEGO Bricks

For most people, LEGO bricks and minifigs are child’s play, but some artists have revolutionized LEGO art. These modern artists have moved from traditional art media like pencil, watercolors, charcoal, or clay to LEGO bricks.  The few artists using LEGOs have built a career from their childhood fascination. They have moved away from the confines ...

Nathan Machoka

Sean Kenney LEGO sculptures.

Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty

The Northern Song Dynasty’s eighth emperor, Song Huizong, was very talented and a man of great attainments in calligraphy, painting, and poetry. In particular, the so-called “Slender Gold” style of calligraphy created by Huizong is unique, and no one could rival him in this respect. This Taoist emperor also believed in fate and often asked ...

Max Lu

Emperor Song Huizong.