If you consider things in Beatles metaphors, as I often do, you can think about this concert in the following way. The Mozart piece was “I Want To Hold Your Hand.” Maybe revolutionary in its time, but these days it seems dated and stale. Aesthetically pleasing, but predictable - not a challenging listen. The Strauss was “Eleanor Rigby” – more layered, more textured - very imaginative without drawing outside of the lines. The Lutoslawski was “Revolution #9” – completely experimental. More a work of art than a mere song, the Lutoslawski required a response. It was the type of piece you either love or hate. I loved it.
Monday, October 22, 2007
October 21st, Music @ Maryville
If you consider things in Beatles metaphors, as I often do, you can think about this concert in the following way. The Mozart piece was “I Want To Hold Your Hand.” Maybe revolutionary in its time, but these days it seems dated and stale. Aesthetically pleasing, but predictable - not a challenging listen. The Strauss was “Eleanor Rigby” – more layered, more textured - very imaginative without drawing outside of the lines. The Lutoslawski was “Revolution #9” – completely experimental. More a work of art than a mere song, the Lutoslawski required a response. It was the type of piece you either love or hate. I loved it.
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