标题: The beginner's step in Classical music [打印本页] 作者: quantum 时间: 14.5.2003 11:07
<br>Beginner's Guide <br> <br>Though classical music appeals to many people, the diversity, complexity <br>and even the mystique of "classical Music" can be rather intimidating. <br>Granted, there is much to know, and much to learn, concerning this music <br>(many people have devoted their lives to studying obscure facets of <br>musicology), but the encouraging thing about this art form is that you can <br>enjoy what your are hearing without knowing exactly why. So, while <br>detailed study, investigation, reading, whatever, may perhaps enhance the <br>enjoyment of the music even further, a scholarly approach is fundamentally <br>not required to begin your exploration. All that is required is a desire to <br>explore and discover new musical territory. The classical music genre is rich <br>enough to provide a lifetime of wonder and surprises, and a nearly limitless <br>potential for discovery makes the journey well worth the effort. <br> <br>The basic question is, "Where do I begin?" The important thing to remember <br>is that everyone has been confronted with this same decision at some point. <br>A certain piece, performer or composer may have caught their attention <br>through either hearing a piece at a concert, on a movie soundtrack, or even <br>a commercial on TV. Once the listener has a toehold then there are a number <br>of different methodologies by which one can go about exploring classical <br>music, and each person is bound to take an individual path. The purpose of <br>this guide, therefore, is to provide some basic information, including tips on <br>possible avenues of investigation, that will be useful to the novice and <br>experienced listener alike. <br> <br>It seems that you've already made a good start to investigating the world of <br>classical music. The basic methodology I found to be effective in building a <br>good library of recordings, even though I didn't know much about it when <br>I started, was to: <br> <br>1) Listen to as much music as you can. <br> <br>Listening to the radio can be a good source. Concerts can be very effective <br>as well, though they can be expensive. Experiencing live music will help to <br>familiarize you with what real music sounds like and help make you a better <br>judge of recording and performance quality. <br> <br>2) Make note of the piece and composer. <br> <br>A) Most pieces fall into four basic categories: <br> <br>昈rchestral (symphonies, concertos, suites, overtures, serenades, etc.) <br>旵hamber (piano trios, string quartets, wind quintets, etc.) <br>昁eyboard (piano sonatas, organ works, harpsichord works, etc.) <br>昖ocal (opera, lieder/song, oratorios, sacred choral music such as masses <br> and motets, etc.) <br> <br><!--emo&B)--><img src='https://www.kaiyuan.info/bbs/html/emoticons/cool.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='cool.gif'><!--endemo--> Get to know the composer <br> <br>Knowing the composer is important because this provides a somewhat <br>reliable guide to other pieces that should investigated. If you hear one piece <br>you like by a certain composer, then there is a fair chance you'll like other <br>major pieces by the same composer. Learning about times and lives of <br>major composers can be very enlightening. There are many beginner-oriented <br>biographies and dictionaries available that can provide basic information <br>about a composer's life and works, and about musical terminology in general. <br>Even the notes that come with the recordings can be a good source of basic <br>information. <br> <br>3) Find A Good Recording <br> <br>Once you know the piece and its composer, you can then check any one of <br>several sources for the best recording of that work. The Penguin Guide is <br>a good reference. Once you have some experience you can determine which <br>source best fits your own personal taste and needs. Above all, remember <br>that, in the end, it matters little if your tastes coincide with those of the <br>critics. There is no one best performance of a piece, so if you like it, and it <br>brings you pleasure, don't be dissuaded by reviews you might read. There <br>are often many excellent recordings and performances of a major work <br>available, so don't get discouraged by the varied selection. One of the most <br>controversial topics in performance and interpretation is the use of historical <br>instruments, and/or employing historical performance practices (A discussion <br>of historically-informed performance practice). Another thing to keep in <br>mind when deciding on a certain CD may be price. Unlike any other musical <br>genre, there are many great performances of a certain piece, and some of <br>them may cost as little as $5. Don't let the low price fool you. There is often <br>no correlation between price and recording/performance quality, and the <br>extremely low cost of some releases can provide great opportunities for <br>experimentation without a lot of risk. Don't be afraid to trust your own <br>instincts. If a recording and performance moves you, you don't need to check <br>other sources to see if it's OK. Music is a personal experience. <br> <br>4) Find A Good CD Store <br> <br>Finding a good CD store from which to buy the CD you want can be a little <br>frustrating in certain parts of the world. My basic advice is to find a store <br>that has a good selection and wait for sales. <br> <br>5) What's Next? <br> <br>OK, so now you have a good CD of music you really like, what next? I think <br>a way that once you know you like at least one piece by given composer, <br>you can begin to branch out to other works, composers and periods. For <br>instance, let's say you've bought a CD of Mozart's symphonies #40 & 41, <br>and like them a great deal. You may try other symphonies by Mozart (e.g., <br>#38), or you might want to try symphonies by another composer. In this case, <br>it might be best to stay within the same period (in this case Classicism), so the <br>symphonies by Haydn (#45, 94, 101 & 104) or Beethoven (e.g., #3, 5, 6 & 9) <br>would be a good place to start. If you find you particularly like Mozart, you <br>might start exploring the major piano concertos (e.g., #20, 21 & 23) or <br>serenades (e.g., #7, #10-13). You can then start branching out and listen to <br>Mozart's piano sonatas or string quartets, and so on. <br> <br>So now you have entered the gate of Classical music and I think you will get <br>much improvement. <br> <br> <br> 作者: 笑仙人 时间: 16.5.2003 15:46
i really love the music of Mozart,although sometimes i can't say all the names!when the music permeates in my room,i just can't stop my heart resonating with it!it possesses the power that can encourage people to face themselves.and according to my experience Morzart can make you smarter!before you take apart in an exam,listen to the notes of Morzart,you will calm down,and have a more clear head!but,you should have had something in your head,otherwise Mozart ,or anyone cannot help you at all!!!