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 Surreal experience |
73 Belford Road Edinburgh EH4 3DS United Kingdom +44 131 624 6200 http://www.natgalscot.ac.uk/ |
This former hospital building received an astonishing architectural make-over and opened with entire floors removed to make way for enormous sculptures - it now holds Eduardo Paolozzi's gifts to the nation. There is an impressive collection of Dada and Surrealist art here, and a recreation of Paolozzi's chaotic London studio workshop. Check for details of the latest exhibition to showcase the brashest and best of the UK's contemporary art scene - the Dean recently took part in the British Art Show. Take a break and a breather in the great coffee shop, gift shop and beautiful grounds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Experimental beats |
08/16/07 Morrison Street Edinburgh EH3 8BJ United Kingdom +44 131 467 5200 |
Live music, cool beers and a relaxed atmosphere make this bar/venue a popular haunt for students and grown-ups alike. It has become something of an alternative jazz music mecca, hosting live music and eclectic DJs. There is an experimental jam on Su afternoons, and evenings of Latin music and drum and bass. Light bites are served until 11p - check out the dim sum (Chinese Dumplings). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Prestigious classic concert series |
Lothian Road Usher Hall Edinburgh EH1 2EA United Kingdom +44 131 228 1155 (ticket office) http://www.usherhall.co.uk |
At one time Edinburgh lacked the annual program of visiting musicians often offered by other cities around the world. That's now changed since the 2002-2003 international series of classical music concerts has made its way to Usher Hall. November 7th sees the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment play under the direction of Viktoira Mullova, lead by Catherine Mackintosh. Frans Bruggen and Sir Simon Rattle are the Principal Guest Conductors for this performance. Call ahead to Usher Hall's ticket office for prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scotland's modern art collection |
Belford Road Edinburgh EH4 3DR United Kingdom +44 131 624 6200 http://www.natgalscot.ac.uk/ |
This building was designed by William Burn in the 1820s in the neoclassical style for the John Watson School. Since 1984 it has housed a magnificent art collection of which the city is justly proud. On the ground floor there are special exhibition rooms and displays from the permanent collection. Here you'll find American Pop Art, the Glasgow Boys, Rennie Mackintosh watercolours and one small room devoted to works by Ian Hamilton Finlay. The upper level features an impressive collection of early 20th century international art, representing Bonnard, Vuillard, Matisse, Kirchner, Magritte, Picasso and Miro amongst others. The surrounding parkland contains sculpture by the likes of Henry Moore, Barbara Hepworth, William Turnbull and Anthony Caro. Calm down from the high-brow glory of it all in the cafe downstairs, or in the well-stocked museum shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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