In Reply to: I think the problem is context... posted by John Marks on March 29, 2015 at 06:28:40:
Yes, it is ceremonial music for a very solemn ceremony, so of course it's somber and without much drama, other than the ultimate drama of its subject. I think it was meant to make people contemplative and sorrowful. It is certainly valuable music in that respect, but it does make for a loooong listening session even with superb sound.
I was only advising people to be wary. I borrowed a copy from the library (SACD with perfect playing surface--very rare!) and was glad I did. It was difficult to remove from my wish list because bits of it are strikingly beautiful. But ultimately, I wouldn't want to sit through it very often. Perhaps once per year?!
Peace,
Tom E
berate is 8 and benign is 9
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- Good points, both of you - madisonears 13:26:09 03/29/15 (0)