Relax with Music.

[duncet]

In a world where we are engulfed in so much hate - much of it caused by political differences and perceived intolerances - and also where some of us live in fear of covid, global warming and whatever comes along next, it is wonderful to just switch off and immerse myself in music.
Everybodies tastes in music are different and I am lucky to be able to appreciate most music styles that involve a melody. However, for sheer breadth of emotion, you cannot do better than to listen to a full orchestral backing to operatic or operetta arias. I have just been close to tears listening to Franz Lehars Merry Widow Waltz. Absolutely beautiful. So moving.

[said]

In a world where we are engulfed in so much hate - much of it caused by political differences and perceived intolerances - and also where some of us live in fear of covid, global warming and whatever comes along next, it is wonderful to just switch off and immerse myself in music.
Everybodies tastes in music are different and I am lucky to be able to appreciate most music styles that involve a melody. However, for sheer breadth of emotion, you cannot do better than to listen to a full orchestral backing to operatic or operetta arias. I have just been close to tears listening to Franz Lehars Merry Widow Waltz. Absolutely beautiful. So moving.

I am not sure that I have heard that before - but you are right, it is beautiful music - takes you back in time, really enjoyable. I enjoy most music depending on my mood - but never ever popular jazz.

My preference is to go to art galleries, Manchester is very good, as is the Walker Galllery, but Birmingham gallery is much larger and has more renaissance paintings which present such a depth, a true perspective and deep beauty which make you feel part of them. Or on fine days I enjoy studying historical architecture - such talent which has almost disappeared now.

[Toodles McGinty]

Music does indeed have the power to take us away from the mundane and stressful.

I drift away to Greig's 'Morning', am soothed by Santana, and I don't mind a bit of Stormzy, so my tastes are pretty eclectic.

Savage breast, and all that.

[Hamble]

I find my mind is so full of words and all their nuanced meanings that
I am drawn to listening to foreign language songs.
Some familiar tunes and others not.

It may sound weird listening to a word one does not (always)know the meaning of heightens the senses to the beauty of words in the rhythm.

[Little Londoner]

I find my mind is so full of words and all their nuanced meanings that
I am drawn to listening to foreign language songs.
Some familiar tunes and others not.

It may sound weird listening to a word one does not (always)know the meaning of heightens the senses to the beauty of words in the rhythm.

That's the Bay City Rollers and the Proclaimers on your list then
I love listening to the mid to late 60's music (my Dad always said it wasn't music) especially the Summer of Love in 67 it takes me back to a much nicer time and some great memories. Sadly a lot of my favourites from that time have passed away but their music goes on.

[Hamble]

That's the Bay City Rollers and the Proclaimers on your list then
I love listening to the mid to late 60's music (my Dad always said it wasn't music) especially the Summer of Love in 67 it takes me back to a much nicer time and some great memories. Sadly a lot of my favourites from that time have passed away but their music goes on.

Music from those days brings is so uniquely evocative.

[said]

Music does indeed have the power to take us away from the mundane and stressful.

I drift away to Greig's 'Morning', am soothed by Santana, and I don't mind a bit of Stormzy, so my tastes are pretty eclectic.

Savage breast, and all that.

In which case, you will appreciate this from your leader:
https://youtu.be/EZ4w2d5JDTw

[The PNP]

I am drawn to listening to foreign language songs. Some familiar tunes and others not.

It may sound weird listening to a word one does not (always)know the meaning of heightens the senses to the beauty of words in the rhythm.

Likewise. I wouldn't be able to stand the boredom, of listening to only English and American product for long. Also find songs in other tongues, are an effective enjoyable way to pick up new words.

Would take a while to list all the stuff I like, as it's varied and covers several 'genres'. But I'd name 60's, 80's, Heavy Dub, Northern, novelty tracks and one-hit-wonders, among my faves.

French. This cover of France Galls, Ella Elle L'a hits the spot:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jlYB5ielJ8

Dutch. Gerard Cox, 'T Is Weer Voorbij Die Mooie Zomer is a fine track about Summers end: www.youtube.com/watch?v=23ORU2CZ5K4

Jamaican Dub. The niche vocal style of Eek A Mouse is certainly different: www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2-hNk6UFuE

[jamyramy]

yep music takes you into another moment of respite,enigma series does it for me .along with straits ,van the man,dylan,jazz.rytham an blues.but especially chants,so etherial and grounding.so important in these times of external burden thrust upon our being.hold on to its energy.x

[jamyramy]

I am not sure that I have heard that before - but you are right, it is beautiful music - takes you back in time, really enjoyable. I enjoy most music depending on my mood - but never ever popular jazz.

My preference is to go to art galleries, Manchester is very good, as is the Walker Galllery, but Birmingham gallery is much larger and has more renaissance paintings which present such a depth, a true perspective and deep beauty which make you feel part of them. Or on fine days I enjoy studying historical architecture - such talent which has almost disappeared now.

if it touches your senses its healing and connecting be it visual feeling or hearing.all artists craftsmen musictions dancers actors ,are conduits driven and led to reveal the beauty of lifes being and meaning.x

[Hamble]

Likewise. I wouldn't be able to stand the boredom, of listening to only English and American product for long. Also find songs in other tongues, are an effective enjoyable way to pick up new words.

Would take a while to list all the stuff I like, as it's varied and covers several 'genres'. But I'd name 60's, 80's, Heavy Dub, Northern, novelty tracks and one-hit-wonders, among my faves.

French. This cover of France Galls, Ella Elle L'a hits the spot:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jlYB5ielJ8

Dutch. Gerard Cox, 'T Is Weer Voorbij Die Mooie Zomer is a fine track about Summers end: www.youtube.com/watch?v=23ORU2CZ5K4




Jamaican Dub. The niche vocal style of Eek A Mouse is certainly different: www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2-hNk6UFuE

That is quite an eclectic selection.

[said]

That is quite an eclectic selection.

A bit like the man himself