Is This the Best, or Worst, Graph Ever Drawn?

Note: the first part of this post may not be of much interest to many people. But if you scroll down, you will see a couple of really cool animations of data. Charles Joseph Minard (27 March 1781 – 24 October 1870) was a French civil engineer recognized for his significant contribution in the field … Continue reading Is This the Best, or Worst, Graph Ever Drawn?

Music Monday: Bach in the Subways

Every year for Bach’s birthday a spontaneous, global community of musicians unites to sow the seeds for future generations of classical music lovers and share their joy and inspiration for their artform. The power and beauty of Johann Sebastian Bach's music consistently transcend social and musical boundaries and inspire deep appreciation and strong emotion. Yet … Continue reading Music Monday: Bach in the Subways