Thread: Classical Thread

There are about four to eight spots in those first two movements that are so sublime--the kind that one by itself would validate the lifetime of any musical composer.

Originally Posted by Hawgdriver

Now I'm listening to Brahms 2d Piano Concerto. For the third time today. An old favorite I took down off the shelf, and once again can't get enough of it.

The first two movements might be the best music ever made--no hyperbole.

No. The best music in the world isn't classical. To constrained and to uptight.

Originally Posted by Canmore

No. The best music in the world isn't classical. To constrained and to uptight.

Gravity and electromagnetism are also constraining! But look at all the possibilities!

I'm open to the argument that from 4:00 to 7:00 is the best music that has ever been written and performed--the most transcendent, sublime music extant. Greater than Wagner, Beethoven, Mozart, anyone. THE B E S T.

And as far as 'sublime moment' I'd say right at 5:10 or so, but it's the part from 5:00 to 5:10. But it never totally lets up.

What do you think, Top?

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Originally Posted by Hawgdriver

I'm open to the argument that from 4:00 to 7:00 is the best music that has ever been written and performed--the most transcendent, sublime music extant. Greater than Wagner, Beethoven, Mozart, anyone. THE B E S T.

I'll give you that this is outstanding. Very driven. Still for me...I want more and I'm not even sure of what more is.

It's not that I am not familiar with classical music. I played in the orchestra in college one year in addition to two in the jazz band.

From 4 to 7 is really exciting.

The argument for classical being the best that I find the most persuasive is how much of our current music is based on it.

But to be honest, I don't have a horse in the race.

Originally Posted by King87

The argument for classical being the best that I find the most persuasive is how much of our current music is based on it.

But to be honest, I don't have a horse in the race.

I'm not for a second saying what's best. I'm saying what is best for me.

Originally Posted by Canmore

I'm not for a second saying what's best. I'm saying what is best for me.

I was speaking universally; not just directed at you. You are certainly allowed to listen and support what is best for you.

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