Bob Chen wrote: >I just learned this afternoon that a good friend and former colleague of >mine has been diagnosed with a serious, possibly grave illness. I thought >at once of sending a card and flowers to cheer her up. Then it occured to >me, why not send music, too? Three composers sprang instantly to mind: >Bach, Mozart, Vivaldi. I suppose that each of us will react differently to this question. Bach's music is serious stuff. His Brandenburg Concertos are serious fun, however! Haydn is immanently cheerful and I would heartily recommend his opus 33 quartets or his "Paris" Symphonies. Mendelssohn's String Symphonies also come to mind. Vivaldi? Hmmm. Not sure ion that one. I wouldn't encourage Mahler's Ninth. >Anyone have their own favorite "happy" or "get-well" music? I'd be most >grateful for any recommendations. Haydn, at least for me, would be an excellent 1st choice. I hope your dear colleague recovers and that nothing serious will result. Mark