Why Classical Music Is Not Boring?

Experience the beauty of classical music and elevate your happiness practice.

The tribe of happiness seekers discovered that classical music is not just a boring old art form, but a powerful tool for promoting happiness and well-being. They learned that classical music has the power to evoke a range of emotions, from calm and relaxation to excitement and joy.

One member of the tribe shared how listening to classical music before bed helped them relax and sleep better. They played a soft piece by Bach and imagined themselves floating down a river, feeling peaceful and serene.

Another member shared how attending a live classical music concert brought them a sense of connection and social bonding. They talked with other concert-goers and shared their enjoyment of the music, feeling a sense of community and shared experience.

As the tribe continued to explore classical music, they found that it had the power to stimulate their creativity and contribute to personal growth. One member took up playing the violin and found the process of learning and practising to be both enjoyable and fulfilling.

Overall, the tribe of happiness seekers realized that classical music was not just about fancy instruments and snobby concert halls, but a universal language that could bring people together and contribute to greater happiness and well-being, each individual finding their own place in the Symphony of the Universe. The tribe continued to explore the genre and discovered new pieces and experiences that they never would have thought possible.

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Journal Prompts:

1. What emotions did you feel when you listened to classical music for the first time?

2. Describe a memory or experience that was enhanced by listening to classical music.

3. What role does music play in your life? How has your relationship with music changed over time? How does it make you feel?

Weekly Practices:

1. Start your day with classical music. Choose a piece that inspires you and sets the tone for the day.

2. Attend a live classical music concert. Immerse yourself in the music and appreciate the skill of the musicians.

3. Create a classical music playlist. Include your favorite pieces and explore new compositions. Listen to it when you need to relax or focus.

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Experience and enjoy the following classical music pieces and rate them.

1. Greatest Hits by David Garrett. I think The MAN! One of my personal favorites. Modern Classical. Listen Here

   1. How does David Garrett's unique blend of classical and modern elements, such as rock and pop, compare to the music of more traditional classical musicians? What similarities and differences do you notice?

   2. How does David Garrett's unique blend of classical and modern elements, such as rock and pop, compare to the music of more traditional classical musicians? What similarities and differences do you notice?

   3. Which of David Garrett's pieces or performances stood out to you the most, and why? How did his music make you feel?

   4. How does David Garrett's modern classical music compare to other contemporary classical musicians? What do you think sets his music apart or makes it unique?

   5. Rate the piece on a scale of 1-10 for how it makes you feel, and why.

2. Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 by Johann Sebastian Bach: Listen Here

   1. What instruments can you hear in this piece and how do they work together?

   2. What emotions does this piece evoke for you?

   3. Rate the piece on a scale of 1-10 for how it makes you feel, and why.

3. Eine Kleine Nachtmusik by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Listen Here

   1. What is the mood of this piece?

   2. Describe the melody and any specific moments that stand out to you.

   3. Rate the piece on a scale of 1-10 for how much you enjoy listening to it and why?

4. Symphony No. 5 by Ludwig van Beethoven: Listen Here

   1. What is the emotional journey of this piece, and how does Beethoven convey it?

   2. What do you think of the famous four-note motif that opens the symphony?

   3. Rate the piece on a scale of 1-10 for how it makes you feel and why.

5. The Planets by Gustav Holst: Listen Here

   1. What emotions and moods does each movement of this suite evoke?

   2. What do you think of the use of different instrumental colors to represent each planet?

   3. Rate the suite on a scale of 1-10 for how it makes you feel, and why.

6. Here is one more modern take on Orchestral music. Ori and the Blind Forest suite by Gareth Coker. This one is a favorite of my young graphic artist. You can listen to it here.

   1. This suite is full of emotion. If you’ve played the video game, the music will have more depth to you, perhaps sad instead of sweet and soft. How does it feel to you?

   2. The modern composer has a lot more sound effects, and non-traditional ways of portraying music at his disposal. What interesting sounds and instruments did you notice?

   3. Rate the suite on a scale of 1-10 for how it makes you feel, and why.

Classical music is not boring because it is a gateway to a world of emotion, imagination, and creativity. It has the power to evoke a range of feelings and moods, from calm and relaxation to excitement and joy. Classical music is a universal language that can bring people together and create a sense of connection and community. Through listening, sharing, and creating classical music, we can unlock the secrets of a rich cultural tradition and discover new ways to elevate our happiness practice.

Our modern orchestral music also evokes emotion and imagination. Often this is done very carefully and deliberately since most of our modern orchestral composers are hired by the movie and video game industry. Since we no longer have Patrons and sponsers like Beethoven and Mozart did, our modern composers find other ways to make a living from their music. Thankfully they can, and thanks to the internet, we can easily enjoy their compositions outside of watching a movie or playing a video game.

What do you think of Classical and Modern Orchestral music?