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In the Forum: Playback Listening
In the Thread: A response to David Hurvitz
Post Subject: Transactional vs. DevotionalPosted by Paul S on: 12/16/2024
Hmmm...
I have not heard David speak about opera, but I am very used to musicologists deconstructing a performance, and/or "leaving out" certain "human aspects" of a given performance or part of a performance, and I can certainly see where this might reach the acute stage where opera is concerned. I do not notice that he is trying to sell me something, perhaps I just don't listen for that, rather it seems to me he is "finding a need and filling it" with "soft sell" recommendations, as people generally seem to want information and recommendations about everything. I completely agree about the Divinity of Music but not surprised when people do not get it or they do not aim and work to that end. Just don't speak ill of Maria Callas...
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