Bob Chen <[log in to unmask]> wrote: >Anyone have their own favorite "happy" or "get-well" music? I'd be most >grateful for any recommendations. Martinu: Flute Trios, Promenades & Madrigal Sonata. Martin Feinstein, Flute; Pauline Lowbury, Violin; Justin Pearson, Cello; Alan Brown, Piano; Penelope Cave, Harpsichord. (Time: 54:41) Naxos 8.553459. 'Sunny' and 'cheery' are certainly apt for this collection, though it may be a little agitated even for one who's convalescing. Small dosages might be advised, but make sure your friend is lucid, and actually interested in hearing, or in being cheered up; qua cheery, this is rather busy music. We music lovers should be sympathetic to those who aren't eager -- especially sick ones, who might with good reason prefer the atmosphere left void. Against the stream of your request, do consider if silence may be best. Bert B, Ottawa