Ian Foster wrote:

>The 1812 Overture is dreadful.  I think it is the combination of directness
>with gimmicks which I find so unappealing.  The loud volume of so much of
>the 1812 is part of the directness I find unsatisfying.
>
>The naked triumphalism of the 1812 Overture is definitely one cause of
>my dislike.  List members who remem,ber my previous postings will not
>be surprised to learn that this is at the root of my view.

I understand your viewpoint, I think, but how about this: maybe it's just
fun to listen to--especially when the cannons and bells cut in.

Do we have to be deadly serious about every piece of music?

Jon Johanning // [log in to unmask]