Klarinet Archive - Posting 000225.txt from 2006/01

From: "Jason W Alder" <alderjas@-----.edu>
Subj: RE: [kl] Michael Lowenstern
Date: Fri, 27 Jan 2006 11:47:54 -0500

He's most certainly well known. While some of his earlier stuff uses lots of
contemporary techniques and electronics, it still has melody and can be
enjoyable by all, though I can see why it may not be for everyone. What he's
been doing more recently, though, is more "listener friendly". "10 Children"
is an awesome disc. Personally, I love all his work, and will be there when
he performs in MI in a couple weeks.

>
> Date: Thu, 26 Jan 2006 12:26:38 -0800
> To: klarinet@-----.org
> From: o4rmondtoby@-----.net (Ormondtoby Montoya)
> Subject: RE: [kl] Michael Lowenstern
> Message-ID: <16022-43D9307E-2450@-----.net>
>
> Dan wrote:
>
>> And even if his name were totally unknown
>> (which I am sure is not the case), if he plays
>> with one of America's leading orchestras,
>> what he has to say is almost certainly worth
>> listening to.
>
> That's true, Dan; but when I did a Google search, I was having
> difficulty separating the 'hype' from the 'wider perspective'. One
> article mentions that Lowenstern is "on the roster" without saying that
> he is principal or "world renowned" or "frequent performer" or whatever.
> Therefore I was asking for a wider-based opinion.
>
> He will be appearing nearby to me in an acoustic+electronic performance,
> and the tickets are only $18. The name "EarSpasm" also made me a bit
> nervous. I am one of those 'limited' people who needs melody in order
> to enjoy music. So I was debating whether to attend.
>
> Based on the various Klarinet responses, I'm going to buy a ticket.
>
> Thanks,
> Bill

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