Post by fugueforthought on Dec 9, 2016 14:32:08 GMT
What's this all about?
Think of it like a book club, but for music.
Music, like any art, has an element to it that is both very personal and very human. The sharing of such art can be the springboard for discussion and discovery and enjoyment.
As far as classical music is concerned, the 'standard repertoire' for better or worse, dominates concert halls, recital halls, audition excerpts, record labels, and bookstore shelves. But there's undoubtedly much more to discover and enjoy than just the 'greatest hits' or most popular works of the past few centuries, and digging through the history books of incredible music to share potentially undiscovered gems.
But there's another element to that. The act of sharing something that means something to you, that moves you, is a social act. A shared experience is a more meaningful one, and in sharing that little bit about yourself, there is interesting discussion to be had.
Introspective, philosophical stuff aside, there could be any number of angles to what's shared here:
Really just anything you'd like to share and discuss. Tell us a bit about why it's important to you, or rather why you're sharing, and let the conversation develop without giving too much away.
Please share the following:
Think of it like a book club, but for music.
Music, like any art, has an element to it that is both very personal and very human. The sharing of such art can be the springboard for discussion and discovery and enjoyment.
As far as classical music is concerned, the 'standard repertoire' for better or worse, dominates concert halls, recital halls, audition excerpts, record labels, and bookstore shelves. But there's undoubtedly much more to discover and enjoy than just the 'greatest hits' or most popular works of the past few centuries, and digging through the history books of incredible music to share potentially undiscovered gems.
But there's another element to that. The act of sharing something that means something to you, that moves you, is a social act. A shared experience is a more meaningful one, and in sharing that little bit about yourself, there is interesting discussion to be had.
Introspective, philosophical stuff aside, there could be any number of angles to what's shared here:
- A 'common' or well-known piece that has some special significance or meaning to you
- A rare gem/recent discovery that you'd like to share with the world.
- A piece you'd like to get others' opinions on, maybe something of controversy or polarizing opinions
- An old favorite you haven't listened to in ages
Really just anything you'd like to share and discuss. Tell us a bit about why it's important to you, or rather why you're sharing, and let the conversation develop without giving too much away.
Please share the following:
- The title of the work (Composer, title, opus or catalogue number, if available)
- Which preferred recording, if any (performers, record label, year of recording, whatever)
- A YouTube video or link to hear/stream/purchase said recording, if available
- What about the piece makes it special to you
As for discussion, keep it polite. A person's taste for one specific piece is no indication of their intelligence, musicality, or anything else but an opinion, and you know what they say about opinions... so be honest, share your thoughts, but be respectful. No attacks, no accusations, name-calling, etc.
The current plan is a new piece every two weeks. Once a week is far too often, and once a month isn't terribly fun. Give the piece a listen, and maybe go check out the featured guest, see what they're up to and what they're working on.
Thanks for your cooperation, and we look forward to some wonderful discussions and discoveries.
The current plan is a new piece every two weeks. Once a week is far too often, and once a month isn't terribly fun. Give the piece a listen, and maybe go check out the featured guest, see what they're up to and what they're working on.
Thanks for your cooperation, and we look forward to some wonderful discussions and discoveries.