MORPC’s Post

ICYMI: Our very own Professor of Psychology and Environmental Studies and Chair of Psychology, Cindy Frantz, was on NPR's Weekend Edition! In the article, which centers around musical artists and their climate activism, Frantz discusses the psychological impact of large scale movements. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gEtskYDy 📸: Tanya Rosen-Jones ’97

Reflecting on one of the great insights from my favorite inspirational jazz artist, Duke Ellington: 'A problem is a chance for you to do your best.' 🎷 As we step into a new business quarter, let's embrace our challenges with gusto! What problem are YOU turning into an opportunity today? #LeadershipGoals #BusinessGrowth #Resilience

On this episode of Arts Engines, Aaron Dworkin spoke with Marvin Curtis, Board President of the South Bend Symphony Orchestra, about the role of board members in advancing DE&I efforts. Curtis emphasized the need for authentic, community-centered approaches to change. Takeaways from Marvin: ▪️ Collaboration with Decision-Makers: Open dialogues with the Conductor and Executive Director ensure that DE&I efforts are deeply embedded, not just performative. ▪️ Action and Accountability: It's critical to establish benchmarks for progress, such as increasing board diversity and programming works by composers of color. ▪️ Community Focus: Initiatives like offering Spanish translations at concerts demonstrate how to prioritize inclusion and cultural relevance. Curtis urges us to "be BOLD" in the face of resistance, especially as conversations around justice face backlash. With opposition, the commitment to equity is crucial, as Curtis says, “At the end of the day, it's about being present and working for better futures in music.” #Arts #Culture #Music #Orchestras #BoardLeadership #Community #Justice #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion

Learn more about the history of the iconic "Rhapsody in Blue" in this piece from WQXR, which features our pianist Lee Musiker! https://lnkd.in/gk6hKAHy PC: Richard Termine

Check out this article featuring my work on Exception to the Rule with The Front Porch Arts Collective! https://lnkd.in/eMq7y72N

Simple yet a very powerful message.

Check out this insightful blog post featuring an interview with Sinkane, the Sudanese-American musician, discussing his new album "We Belong" and his efforts to honor the Black Musical Diaspora. Sinkane draws inspiration from the 70s, incorporating elements of funk music and the Black Arts Movement to create a powerful soundtrack for today's sociopolitical climate. Read the full article here: [Sinkanes New World](https://ift.tt/9wgNuyo)

How are beauty, truth and goodness fundamentally linked to the universal values of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness? Daniel Asia, president of The Center for American Culture and Ideas, sat down with us to share how they promote American intellectual engagement. He explains, “We also believe that all politics is downstream of culture. If you do not understand the arts, you will not understand the relationship between culture and politics. People who are elevated by the arts will come to politics with a different sensibility than those who are not. Most importantly, it gives more and greater meaning to their lives.” https://bit.ly/3OBHpJY

Today on “Opera with Joe.” Why should we give to the arts? Advocating for support and investment in the arts, discussing the societal benefits of arts funding and the importance of preserving cultural heritage and creative expression. Watch the video on our blog, https://wix.to/ZVhYyyD #newblogpost #fortworthopera

Goddess Series' No. XII of XII by Christopher Lantz. Read about the House of Symphonies in The Unfinished Symphony. #ChristopherLantz, #LantzMuseum, #LantzArt, #thecitydifferent, #author, #artist, #education, #mentalhealth, #AbstractArt, #ContemporaryArt, #UnfinishedSymphony, #BillysNecklaces, #paintings, #SantaFeNewMexico, #SupportTheArts, #Journaling,