When Do I Clap?: A Slightly Irreverent Guide to Classical Music and Concert Hall Conduct
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| Rating | : | 4.98 (528 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1881907139 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 172 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
How to enjoy music more.
Naked Classical J.M.F. I really like this! Let's say authors are like oil painters. If that's so, author Valerie Cruice paints with paint thinnerstrips and dissolves the droll mystique and class stuffiness of the haute classical world and shows a glimpse of the real people behind the incredible musical talents. Because of this book, I now feel completely at home exploring my new love of the Baroque period, w. A big misfire Ms. Cruice oddly enough accomplishes the total opposite of what she sets out to do. Her recommendations about concert hall conduct actually gum up the problem she sees even further, and renders it more elitist and exclusive.There's one hard and fast rule, and only one. Don't clap while there's sound being made. As a music professional in New York City, I find her dumbed-down style behi. An excellent introduction to classical music and concerts Valerie Cruice treats the somber world of classical music with a lighthearted touch that is a joy to read. A great introduction to the world of the concert hall for those who are unfamiliar with it, but also full of interesting insights to the world's best-known composers for real music fans. Good reading and reference for all ages, it makes a terrific addition to a school's music depa