Putting The Class Back In Classical

It’s Friday.  Let’s have some fun.

What we’re listening to today

Unfortunately, it would appear that this album is no longer available in the US, however you can download it off iTunes.  It is well worth it in my opinion.

And…

I loathe the term “New Age.”  It hearkens slightly rotund white guys sporting pony tails, sitting around in hemp clothing with nary a zipper in site, listening to Ravi Shankar.  In fact, why must we classify music at all?  As broad a category as Classical is, so is New Age, and with just as many preconceived notions.

After all, Classical isn’t just a bunch of crazy men in powdered wigs, and New Age isn’t always about the pan flute.

So let’s move to break both molds in one post.  Let’s take a classical top 40 piece by JS Bach, and remix and revamp with a notable New Age string quartet.  Let’s take plain old tomato soup and make it rock.

Are you familiar with The Rules?  If not, check them out now.

Get ready to rock… (more…)