Beethoven, I'm going to like you.

Beethoven, Symphony No 7, 2nd movement.

I must admit, with few exceptions I mostly enjoy music composed before 1759. That is the year Handel died. ;-)

Then I like some music from the (early) 20th century.
But as for the late 1700s and the whole of the 1800s, there's simply not much there that appeals to me.

I am trying to grow though, and to be open, and learn new things. Today it's all about Beethoven.

I do enjoy this, it's just beautiful. I hope you do too.

Auld Lang Syne

A very happy new year!

Handel in Holland

Coronation Anthem: My heart is inditing

Boy's choir. Beautiful.
I don't think I would survive without Handel.

Arvo Pärt

Cantus in memoriam of Benjamin Britten.
Arvo Pärt was born 1935 in Estonia.
His compositions make my heart soar.
Read more about Pärt here.

Klaus Nomi is really cold

The coldest song ever, from Purcell's "King Arthur". It should be sung by a bass I think, but this is quite extraordinary.

Watch and listen here

Callas!

The great Callas. I must admit I had huge problems listening to her in the beginning. I really had to train my ears. Now I love her. I couldn't find the one song I really wanted you to hear, which is Poveri fiori, but I hope you'll enjoy this one. Poveri fiori is so so sad anyway, it might just break your heart.

For starters - Bach

I would like to share with you my favourite music. It will be glimpses from my music collection and also snippets of new goodies that I pick up along the way. My preferences are many and varied - but I won't give them all away at once. Hopefully this blog will be interesting for those of you who want a daily dose of good music - be it from a Baroque master, a Verdi opera or Bulgarian folk music.
I think I'll go for a real favourite to begin with. Father Bach.
Here are three versions of the same piece; Cello Suite No 1, Prelude. Enjoy!

Antonio Meneses
Andres Segovia (guitar)