Ever since I picked up the trumpet in 7th grade, I’ve had a vast appreciation for music and its many genres. It didn’t take me long to discover Jazz and from there on out, a love affair was born. My love for Jazz only blossomed when I entered High School. I’ve had so many crazy…
So this is what most people think- that I don’t have a preference for a specific genre when it comes to movies, books, or TV shows. Instead, what determines a good book, movie, etc., for me is the story. I’ll even like a horror movie as long as it has a good story-line. (And no, not…
Thursday morning, April 21, 2016. Paisley Park, Minneapolis. A panicked call to 911. An unresponsive male in an elevator. Paramedics rush to the scene, performing CPR, but alas it is too late. Prince Rogers Nelson is pronounced dead at 10:07 AM. The world goes into shock. At only 57 years old, a legend has died.…
Other than Kpop, I am a huge fan of KDramas. I know, I know, I hear all the sighs and eye rolls through the screen. How much more Korean can I get, right? Turns out, KDramas are not just popular in Korea. Generally, everyone thinks KDramas are a pastiche of cliche elements of fiction. I…
I was fortunate enough to be able to attend Storybook Theater’s rendition of William Golding’s Lord of the Flies. I walked out of the theater with a single collective emotion: horror. The audience was able to journey with the characters through their spiral into insanity and with the close proximity of the actors to the audience,…
Over the spring break, I was fortunate enough to visit my favourite city: San Francisco. I actually used to live there for about three years but my family never quite explored the city and saw all that it had to offer. So on this trip, we did it all and enjoyed the various wonderful things that…
Calgary’s Music Scene is a series which will be exploring a variety of local bands’ perspectives on Calgary’s music industry. It will also look at areas of improvement, and how we as appreciators of music can help support emerging local artists. I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Suburban Moms band members Maya and Sophia Roddick. The band…
If you immediately assumed this article to be an advertisement, or perhaps just more internet spam, you would not be entirely wrong. I admit this with some degree of shame; generally, I take great lengths to avoid being the person who is constantly popping up on your Facebook page or Twitter feed, the one you see in…
This article was originally written for purposes unrelated to Youth Are Awesome, however I feel that it remains relevant here. Since his announcement that he was entering the American presidential race, the name Donald Trump has become synonymous with controversy. Already a glaringly successful businessman and real estate developer, as well as host of seven…
Religion has always been a fundamental aspect of identity, community and worldview. It has formed nations and destroyed them. It has driven people to explore new lands and also to close their borders. Religious beliefs, or even lack thereof, ultimately shapes our understanding of those around us, our interaction with others and ultimately the entire…
Whether it be a calming environment to do homework in when home won’t cut it, an inspirational space for your art, or just straight chillin’, having a go-to spot for all occasions is a valuable commodity. When it comes to cafes, not everything will cut it. Though we may complain about their high prices, atmosphere…
With the endless streams of media and news at our fingertips, who has time to sort through hundreds of articles in order to stay on top of current events? Add in the hustle & bustle of your everyday life, the news might then be the last thing on your mind. There are 5 solutions to…
Are you, or do you know a youth who you believe is unique, exceptional, and outstanding? Then you or they might just be qualified to receive a Youth of Distinction Award! {Source} The Youth of Distinction Awards (YODA) program is hosted by a steering committee of Youth Central. YODA gives Calgarians the opportunity to recognize…
At first, going to the opera in 2016 felt like going to a Nickelback concert, well, any time after 2005. Presented with the opportunity to get two free tickets to Die Tote Stadt, a German opera currently playing at the Jubilee, my initial pique in interest can be mostly attributed to the sheer randomness of the idea, as…
I have a bone to pick with the #Oscarssowhite movement that has taken social media by storm for the second year in a row. Imbalances in racial diversity shouldn’t only be noticed when all the nominees for an awards show are white. Though I’m appreciative of the media and Twitter users for finally getting the…