Klarinet Archive - Posting 000464.txt from 2001/11

From: "Parks, Amy" <ap60@-----.edu>
Subj: RE: [kl] A few facts about Chromatic Modal Harmony
Date: Mon, 12 Nov 2001 20:36:14 -0500

"I am likely one of the few people on this list with a
> lot of experience with 20th Century Music Theory."
>
Bear,
I have never posted to this list before, but this statement
encouraged me to throw in my two cents worth, take it or leave it. I've
seen many 'strong' statements on this list..People with differing opinions,
different approaches to doing things, different ways of analyzing pieces.
But, I also know by knowing the reputation of some of the members of
this list, that there are some avid supporters and followers of '20th
Century Music Theory'. I would venture to say that there are a few more
than just me that also teach theory as another part of their teaching load,
not out of obligation, but out of love and knowledge of theory.

So, having said all that, my point is that you made quite an
ignorant, somewhat pompous statement, without REALLY knowing who's out there
listening or what they know or don't know. Just because someone doesn't
post something every other second on this list doesn't mean they aren't a
part of it, reading the messages everyday. I personally feel insulted by
your comment, even if it wasn't pointed particularly at me. It is an
assuming generalization that has no merit here or anywhere frankly.

Thanks for listening list...Sorry if this first post was rude, but
my blood boils when someone makes an ignorant comment like that which likely
insults me among others on this list who take '20th Century music' quite
seriously.

Sorry, Bear. Nothing personal...Just don't knock my interests or
knowledge unless you know the facts.

> Amy L. Parks, Assistant Professor of Music (Clarinet)
> Department of Music
> University of Evansville
> Evansville, IN 47722
> Office - 812-479-2256
> Home - 812-477-3774
> ap60@-----.edu

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