07/10/2026
Nicoletta Favari and Christopher Salvito (ITA/USA)—collectively known as Passepartout Duo—are spending the entire autumn with us at the RaumArs residency. This marks their second visit to Rauma; in 2018, they created the *Soivia postikortteja* (Musical Postcards) project. This time, they are carrying out the *Musical Library* project in collaboration with an elective art group from Raumanmeri Comprehensive School and music classes from Hj. Nortamo Comprehensive School.
🔹️ In September, musical instruments were built during the Duo’s workshops at Raumanmeri School. Throughout October, the work continues and expands to the Art House (*Taidetalo*) premises. The "Sirkka's Room" is being transformed into an open workspace following an "Open Studio" concept, while the Duo simultaneously extends their school collaboration to the music classes at Hj. Nortamo Comprehensive School.
🔹️ You can meet Nicoletta Favari and Christopher Salvito at the Art House in October ➡️on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 13-15.
🔹️ On Wednesday evenings from 19-21, the "CURIOUS EARS" music club—conceived by Passepartout Duo—meets at the Art House. ✨️ Come along and bring a friend and your curiosity! No musical background is required; this club isn't exactly a traditional jam session. (Feel free to bring your own laptop.) Suitable for ages 15 and up.
🔹️In December, the entire project—including the instruments—will be showcased in Sepän Sali and Kulmahuone; subsequently, the instruments created during the project will be displayed at the Rauma Main Library and added to the library’s catalog, becoming available for loan to all Rauma residents throughout the winter and spring 2027.
🏡Taidetalo RaumArs, Alfredinkatu 3, Rauma.