31 December 2006
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.
30 December 2006
Handel in Holland
Coronation Anthem: My heart is inditing
Boy's choir. Beautiful.
I don't think I would survive without Handel.
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
29 December 2006
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)
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