21/10/2004
Music...
I have received a few e-mails asking about the type of music I find helps me most when I'm writing...
Unfortunately, it's not that simple. We all march to the beat of a different drum- so what works to me may not work for you- and what works for me changes on a day to day basis.
There was a time when anything sung was out of the question because I found myself distracted by the words- that doesn't seem to matter now- but like I said, Monteverdi Vespers aren't for everyone...
This morning I have Emma Kirkby singing songs by Purcell. I love her pure, effortless voice- as you may have gathered by now- That doesn't mean to say I don't like the drama and endless variety of vocal textures employed by opera singers.
I just need easy music in the morning- easy, meaning 'early' music to me... circa anywhere between C12th, and C16th There is a simplicity of tonal strands, even if the melody is customarily ornamented and quite florid.
So, that at least is what I need in the morning- like I said, I don't expect it to be to everyone's taste!!
Later, it can be anything from jazz to Queen, and all steps inbetween. My most recent purchase as far as 'pop' CDs are concerned is REM
Not sure if that helps?
I have a passion for Bach too... Don't get me started!!
Love to all, and happy listening!
Susan
Unfortunately, it's not that simple. We all march to the beat of a different drum- so what works to me may not work for you- and what works for me changes on a day to day basis.
There was a time when anything sung was out of the question because I found myself distracted by the words- that doesn't seem to matter now- but like I said, Monteverdi Vespers aren't for everyone...
This morning I have Emma Kirkby singing songs by Purcell. I love her pure, effortless voice- as you may have gathered by now- That doesn't mean to say I don't like the drama and endless variety of vocal textures employed by opera singers.
I just need easy music in the morning- easy, meaning 'early' music to me... circa anywhere between C12th, and C16th There is a simplicity of tonal strands, even if the melody is customarily ornamented and quite florid.
So, that at least is what I need in the morning- like I said, I don't expect it to be to everyone's taste!!
Later, it can be anything from jazz to Queen, and all steps inbetween. My most recent purchase as far as 'pop' CDs are concerned is REM
Not sure if that helps?
I have a passion for Bach too... Don't get me started!!
Love to all, and happy listening!
Susan
