Klarinet Archive - Posting 000164.txt from 2011/01

From: Michael Whight <michaelwhight@-----.uk>
Subj: Re: [kl] Teaching and perception
Date: Mon, 17 Jan 2011 14:21:16 -0500

Just going on stage to play Dvorak Cello with Mischa Maisky. Need that cookie!!

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On 17 Jan 2011, at 19:09, Jenny Kimball <jennykimball@-----.net> wrote:

> I know I'm a little late to chime in and smear my viewpoints on the list, but
> this comment is regarding Michael's comments on "artificial" music.
> I have to say I agree to a degree with your message, however there is a certain
> kind of music that is not artificial, and not everyone I know can find this.
> Music can be used to either heal or destroy, it is the listener/musician's
> choice in that department. However, like all things, yes, it can be used as a
> drug.
>
> I call it music of the soul, being a rather spiritual and sentimental person, I
> find deep healing and meaning in the music. As long as the music is not doing
> harm or covering up an issue that must be solved externally, it is truly
> healing.
>
> Music can only harm one if it is misused, to escape from or magnify an issue, to
> cover what one doesn't enjoy.
>
> Classical music is better appreciated for it's technical beauty, absolutely. But
> this rule does not apply to all music. Music is always there for you, like a
> dear friend. It is what makes life beautiful.
> Of course, not everyone finds such a thing in the music, as not everyone finds
> meaning to Picasso's works. One must be born with the feel for the melody, it
> can not be forced on oneself or on others.
> Although I completely agree with Michael on Kathy's comment regarding the
> stairway to heaven, there is absolutely nothing wrong with her finding that
> meaning within herself and using the music in such a way. But it is true, that
> meaning is personal and is not a good idea to teach that way, it can be
> distracting and detrimental to the development of the student's personal
> meaning.
>
> Connection to the music is what is most important to me, I find a way to connect
> with it, regardless of who/what is it's original author. It makes the whole
> experience more enjoyable, adding an accent to the technical superiority.
>
> (If you bothered to read all that, congratulations. You survived my
> philosophical babbling and have been granted a cookie!)
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