by Frederica
Group of Seven
The Group of Seven, founded in 1920, was a group of Canadian landscape painters led by Lawren S. Harris. The group aimed to present the Canadian wilderness as a spiritual force. Originally called the Algonquin School, they began calling themselves the Group of Seven in 1919. The Group included Harris, Franklin Carmichael, A.Y. Jackson, Frank Johnston, Arthur Lismer, J.E.H. MacDonald, and Frederick Varley.
Groups of 6, 7, and 8
Sextet: A sextet is a group of six, often used for musical groups but applicable elsewhere.
Septet and Octet: A group of seven musicians is called a septet. An octet refers to a group of eight. Creative names for a group of eight friends could be "Eight Across Borders" or "Eccentric Eight."
G7
The Group of Seven or G7 is an intergovernmental forum of seven nations with advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the US. The G7 discusses economic issues and provides policy solutions without formal legislative authority. Originally the G8, Russia was suspended in 2014 after annexing Crimea.
Groups of 5, 8, and 9
Quintet, Octet, and Nonet: A group of five is called a quintet, a group of eight is called an octet, and a group of nine is called a nonet or ennead.
Mathematical Concepts
We will also dive into mathematical concepts such as permutations, combinations, and divisions.
Things that Come in Groups
Things that come in groups of seven include the days of the week, the cervical vertebrae of most mammals, and the seven deadly sins.
The Significance of Seven
When it comes to the number seven, it seems like a mystical and magical figure that holds a special place in our world.
Group of Five (G-5)
The Group of Five (G-5) is a grouping of countries that include Brazil, China, India, Mexico, and South Africa.
Conclusion
The Group of Seven believed in developing a distinct Canadian art through direct contact with nature, best known for their landscape paintings inspired by the Canadian wilderness. Their style drew national and international attention, integral to Canadian nationality in the 20th century.
