As
I've reported in previous blogs, I'm gradually familiarizing myself
with Classical music and I'm grateful to report it has acquired a
permanent residence in my musical landscape. Classical
compositions now make up a respectable share of my IPod library and
at least half of my work week is comprised of listening to
Instant Encore playing through
my work computer. It's a great resource which allows listeners to
enjoy full pieces, not just thirty second samples. It also features
numerous...Read More »
As
I've reported in previous blogs, I'm gradually familiarizing myself
with Classical music and I'm grateful to report it has acquired a
permanent residence in my musical landscape. Classical
compositions now make up a respectable share of my IPod library and
at least half of my work week is comprised of listening to
Instant Encore playing through
my work computer. It's a great resource which allows listeners to
enjoy full pieces, not just thirty second samples. It also features
numerous...Read More »Samuel Barber - Words and Music
Tuesday, June 1, 2010 by
Candi Berry
A
big advantage to music is the share-ability
factor. Of course this applies to books and
movies as well, two of my other great loves. Many of us are
passionate about these avenues of expression and enjoy lending out
our collections to friends and colleagues. In the past few
months, several composers have come up in conversation, Camille
Saint-Saens, Jean-Philippe Rameau and Samuel Barber to name a
few. Of these, I delved into Samuel Barber pieces after a
colleague lent me the second...Read More »An Open Mind is a Valuable Asset
Monday, March 15, 2010 by
Candi Berry
When
someone finds out I work for the Indianapolis Symphony, the first
question is always "Do you play an instrument?" I usually smile and
say "Yes, a calculator." I've been a member of the Finance staff for nearly three years and enjoy being a part of the organization. I've always believed in the power and importance music can have in people's lives. It has been a part of my daily life for as long as I remember. It's the first thing I want to hear when I wake up, I listen all day at work,...Read More »