The DIY orchestra of the future

The DIY orchestra of the future

Absolutely fantastic … music always goes and very encouraging to see ideas to bring it back to the people … Ge Wang makes computer music, but it isn’t all about coded bleeps and blips. With the Stanford Laptop Orchestra, he creates new instruments out of...
Kolumba

Kolumba

Extraordinary architectural building combining new and old and spirit and space … Definitely worth a visit when in cologne. Kolumba is the art museum of the Archdiocese of Cologne, originally founded in 1853. Since 2004, the museum has borne the name of its new...
Two poems about what dogs think (probably)

Two poems about what dogs think (probably)

What must our dogs be thinking when they look at us? Poet Billy Collins imagines the inner lives of two very different companions. It’s a charming short talk, perfect for taking a break and dreaming … This talk was presented at an official TED conference, and was...

Gödel, Escher, Bach

A must read for all who want to know about infinity … almost good enough to provide a foundation … but then it is just a carpet floating mid air as long as you don’t open your eyes … Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid, also known as...
Moving Geometry – Time

Moving Geometry – Time

The Linear Cycle Clock’s unique time display offers a playful alternative to the common circular dial. Sometimes it even moves … time is a miracle … >> Go to Source
Miles lives

Miles lives

Oh my oh … he is the man … you might say was , but no – is and always will be . Strange but I always listen to his music and think of Mozart. Well, could ramamble for ages here but better behave now. As usual below is a quick link to the inevitable...