Art and music are basic human functions. Humankind and art cannot operate without one another. We have the burning craving to create, whatever this may be and however small or large. The interaction with sound is inevitible, either to make it or get pleasure in it. People have always found music significant in their lives, whether for enjoyment in listening, the psychological response, performing, or making. This is no different for classical music or contemporary concert music. Both musics have immense worth for our society; however, the problem everybody knows in this field is that this music is unknown and hence underappreciated. As a musician and artist it is indeed my responsibility that others can learn how to enjoy the art for which I have utter passion.
There is no doubt that in mainstream American culture, concert music is not really a large part of people's lives. There still remain stigmas that contribute to this, in addition to practices of the government during the past two decades (declining music education in schools on the local level, resistance to increased NEA funding and less visibility of the arts on the national level; allow us to hope that administration will proceed to reverse these trends).
Many individuals may still believe that classical music is for the rich, older, as well as the well-educated. Others may feel awkward about going to classical music events since they feel as if they need to act and dress a certain way in order to enter the concert or recital hall. All the more, the pretentiousness and elitism that many artists exhibit is amplified by some television shows, commercials, drama, books, by people of influence and even themselves, which distance musicians from mainstream society.
While some of this is true, when it comes to nearly any stereotype, it is not entirely true. With the impression that concert music has on society, the majority decide that it must be not for them just because they believe it has no relevance or worth to their lives. This is further compounded by the past government's shortage of interest in promoting and supporting the humanities, whether it is to finance arts organizations or arts education.
Now, the current government provide us with hope and we have seen evidence of its commitment; but most importantly our American society needs to think that everybody could find worth and pleasure in live concert music.
There is no doubt that in mainstream American culture, concert music is not really a large part of people's lives. There still remain stigmas that contribute to this, in addition to practices of the government during the past two decades (declining music education in schools on the local level, resistance to increased NEA funding and less visibility of the arts on the national level; allow us to hope that administration will proceed to reverse these trends).
Many individuals may still believe that classical music is for the rich, older, as well as the well-educated. Others may feel awkward about going to classical music events since they feel as if they need to act and dress a certain way in order to enter the concert or recital hall. All the more, the pretentiousness and elitism that many artists exhibit is amplified by some television shows, commercials, drama, books, by people of influence and even themselves, which distance musicians from mainstream society.
While some of this is true, when it comes to nearly any stereotype, it is not entirely true. With the impression that concert music has on society, the majority decide that it must be not for them just because they believe it has no relevance or worth to their lives. This is further compounded by the past government's shortage of interest in promoting and supporting the humanities, whether it is to finance arts organizations or arts education.
Now, the current government provide us with hope and we have seen evidence of its commitment; but most importantly our American society needs to think that everybody could find worth and pleasure in live concert music.
About the Author:
Learn more about dining and live music in Bristol. Stop by Audrey C. Howell's site where you can find out all about venue and what it can do for you.
No comments:
Post a Comment