While we all collectively navigate through this chaotic period of unprecedented turmoil, I am reminded by the ‘challenge of the day’ that the cosmos is not at this moment well-ordered, nor is it indestructible.
So, I’ve elected to spend some quality time reconnecting with old musical friends that I have ignored far too long. I see them every day as I rush by. Sometimes I even give them a passing nod expressed in a fleeting non-emotive glance. At times, I have intentionally paused and stared back at them knowing well that the longer I do, the more likely it will be that I’ll engage and succumb to their alluring charms. Moving forward that will no longer stand.
Today, it is Sergei Rachmoninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2, Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Vladimir Ashkenazy-pianist, Andre Previn conducts the London Symphony Orchestra, London Records, 1972. It is said that Rachmaninoff drew inspiration for the work from George Gershwin‘s Rhapsody in Blue, Your favorite online music source may have this recording in stock.
Stay informed on the latest news
Sign up for WPR’s email newsletter.
As I work from home I’ve decided to welcome, embrace and, dine each day with familiar friends.
Feel free to write to me via higherground@wpr.org or on Facebook at @worldmus1 and let me known which musical ‘friends’ are dining with you.
Wisconsin Public Radio, © Copyright 2024, Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System and Wisconsin Educational Communications Board.
