Exploring Classical Music is open to any member who loves classical music.
We explore the almost infinite collection of classical music available on the Internet: lesser-known composers, lesser-known compositions of well-known composers, or lesser-known or unique performances of known compositions. There is always something new that you have not yet heard.
How the group runs:
(i) The presenter – a member of the group – introduces the piece we are going to hear;
(ii) We listen to it;
(iii) We discuss it.
Other information:
Typically, we take turns: a member prepares a playlist of compositions to explore (total length of up to 90 minutes). During the Zoom meeting, he/she shares his/her screen and sound with the group. If the group member does not feel technically competent, he/she e-mails the playlist to the leader who takes care of screen sharing. Several times a year we have a Desert Island Disk: members e-mail the leader their selection of music on a specific topic, for example, spring. The group leader e-mails the playlist (with comments, explanations, links to the music and additional material) a day before the meeting so that even those who cannot participate can listen to the selected music. A sample playlist illustrates what kinds of music we listens to.
The group meets twice a month, via Zoom. All correspondence will be by email via Beacon.
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Read some music recommendations in December 2022's News Extra