David Harbin wrote: >Can I ask: do you think that someone can become addicted to buying >classical CDs? Yes indeed, and given my compulsive nature, I will stick to cds instead of more dangerous pursuits! >Do you get a rush of adrenalin when you savour the thought of that next >purchase? No, but I fantasize about owning a huge collection some day. (It goes up and down right now as I trade and barter and sell "mistakes") >Has your collection grown so large that you couldn't possibly listen to >half of it again in a month? I am there, but as a performing musician, I am glad that I have the repertoire I have. It's a handy reference when I am contemplating program decisions. >Do you feel just a tiny bit embarrassed, wondering where all of the money >has gone, when you take a guilty glance at those piles of CD cases? Heck no! Some people waste their money on worthless pursuits like gambling, drinking etc. I am very happy to have the pleasure of my cd collection (and my books and films for that matter too!) >Do you think that the process of purchasing and buying the CD has >overtaken the enjoyment of the music itself? Perhaps, but what I really regret is that my schedule only allows for late night listening at present, and I often fall asleep before the disc is over and miss half the music. This is because of my own lifestyle choices, but it's still a shame! >As a challenge is there anyone out there who wants to join me and not buy >any CDs for the last 6 months of this year? NO WAY! There is always something new to explore. It's a noble thought, but I haven't the will power! >Laying down the gauntlet, And I shall leave it lie! (lay?) rats! Kevin