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  1. Classical Music Discussion Polls
    They are both Armenian (okok Hovhaness is american, but close enough !). Who do you think was the better composer ?
  2. Solo & Chamber Music
    I have a few of these transcriptions by Liszt from Wagner's operas; I think there are 16 in all. The ones I have are by Barenboim on DGG. Does anyone have any sets that they like in particular? I'd prefer to get a complete set. Thanks.
  3. Solo & Chamber Music
    Beethoven's Hammerklavier or Schubert's Sonata 21 in B flat? Which of these highly revered sacred cattle do you prefer?
  4. Off Topic Pub
    For those who are acquainted with the work of these two great minds, whose worldview do you prefer? Who of the two speaks more to you, and why?
  5. Off Topic Pub
    Which do you prefer? And if possible, which type?
  6. Recorded Music and Publications
    I've been listening to openings, and issues with voicing and balance seem to be common for pianists. So far my favorite is Charles Rosen for the first couple of minutes. Who do you prefer for this last movement of opus 111? And why? - if you can put it into words.
  7. Off Topic Pub
    Low density, single family detached homes in community neighborhoods surrounding a mostly commercial core. Typical cities: Houston, LA, Seattle. Typical transit: automobile Medium density, low rise condos and townhomes, usually 3-4 stories tall, connected together tracing the streets. Typical...
  8. Today's Composers
    I am thinking of releasing e-books of my scores. Do you think people are interested in this format? Do people prefer hard copy scores? Is it a generation thing? What I mean do people read music on ipads, tablets and smart phones?
  9. Opera
    straightforward enough. which do you prefer to listen to?
  10. Recorded Music and Publications
    https://www.ponomusic.com/ I just downloaded the PC app and it's awesome. It is based off JRiver but like iTunes it has an online store to get high resolution files like iTunes. I prefer iTunes but this is awesome for those who don't want to deal with HDTracks which has a worse interface...
  11. Opera
    There might all ready be a thread on this subject, but as they say, practice makes perfect! What era of recordings you listen to the most? I listen recordings all the way from the acoustic recordings to the present day. I know that there are members who prefer the acoustic recording era and so...
  12. Classical Music Discussion
    Lately I have taken an interest in classical music but am bewildered as where to start with there being so many composers. I prefer piano based but anything that is a good introductory would be appreciated
  13. Classical Music Discussion
    What do you like to see? Do you go to concerts often? Do you prefer to stay at home and listen to recordings or watch videos of performances? Personally I love to see music performed live. There is something about the real presence of the music and it's existence in the moment which fascinates...
  14. Classical Music Discussion Polls
    I was disappointed the other thread wasn't about instrumental trios, so I'm making this one. A trio of horn trios. (No disrespect intended toward Pyotr, in whose poll I voted.)
  15. Classical Music Discussion Polls
    Yes, another silly poll. Which one of these trios do you like the best? Ok, the last is not a trio, so sue me.
  16. Classical Music Discussion Polls
    The two Mozart piano quartets must be the most perfect examples of the piano quartet repertoire. Nothing else comes close to them. Pure and simple. But which of the two do you prefer?
  17. Classical Music Discussion Polls
    Who's music do you prefer and why?
  18. Classical Music Discussion Polls
    The Most Important Poll of Your Life!!!!! Which do you prefer: 1) Music of the Austrian/German camp, or 2) Music of the French/Russian camp?
  19. Classical Music Discussion Polls
    Who's music do you prefer? Strauss or Strauss? :)
  20. Off Topic Pub
    Just curious, do you consider your life to be actively simple? This probably means different things to different people. But may I ask if you at least prefer to have a simple way of life? And then if you do prefer to have a simple way of life, do you actively live it that way?
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