There's usually some list traffic which criticizes/bashes composers,
conductors, and performers.  However, the frequency has been greater in
recent weeks.  Although I'm not an "innocent" in these types of postings,
I am frustrated with the recent trends - Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, Brahms,
Tate, Mehta, Williams, etc.  I've decided to get off this train and change
my approach.

So, I have pledged to myself that I will no longer write any postings
saying unkind/negative things about any classical music composer,
conductor, or performer.  This is not a "call" for others to do likewise.
It's just an individual decision which I think will be advantageous for
myself and my personal standards.

Don Satz
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