FAQ

What is Polyhymnion?

-A Temple of Polyhymnia, aka Polimnia. In this particular case it is also a cultural web-portal, a community of artists, writers and musicians.

Who is Polyhymnia?

-One of 9 Muses, the Muse of Sacred Poetry.

Could I become a member of Polyhymnion?

Yes. You would have to submit a proposal to the Webmaster, or be recommended by a current member. A proposal can be made in English, Italian, Russian and Ukrainian.

Why should I become a member in Polyhymnion?

No one has to. It is a prerogative only of those afflicted by Aristophilia.

What is that?

An affliction more virulent than Vainglory and Ambition. It means Love of Honor in Greek.

What standards must my work meet to be considered?

It must be above politics, but not above craftsmanship.

What is Polyhymnion's Cultural Policy?

The membership is open to Artists/Sculptors, Composers/Musicians and Writers/Poet/Dramatists. We espouse craft based approach to creative process. We are against conceptualism and all "art" made without artist's participation. We strive to preserve Beauty in an American context, contrary to Clement Greenberg's "theory". The membership is however is NOT determined by geographic boundaries.

Does Polyhymnion provide hosting?

Yes. However it is not unlimited. Ask individually.

How can I contact Polyhymnion?

By manually removing TRASH from r.turovsky@TRASHgmail.com. You may also write via snail-mail to

Roman Turovsky, 34-50 29th Street, LIC, NY 11106, USA