Which are the best musics of all times?

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This forum discussion centers on the best music of all time, highlighting both classical and rock genres. Key classical pieces mentioned include Händel's "Allegro Concerto Grosso in G Major Op. 6/1," Bach's "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor," and Beethoven's "Symphony Number 5." The rock side features iconic artists from the 1960s, such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Marvin Gaye. Participants express diverse musical preferences, with some favoring classical compositions while others advocate for the significance of 60s rock and soul music.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with classical music terminology, such as "concerto," "symphony," and "overture."
  • Understanding of notable composers like Händel, Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart.
  • Knowledge of influential rock artists from the 1960s, including The Beatles and Marvin Gaye.
  • Awareness of different music genres, including classical, rock, and soul.
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore the works of Beethoven, focusing on his symphonies and piano sonatas.
  • Research the impact of the British Invasion on modern music, particularly the contributions of The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
  • Investigate the evolution of classical music through the works of composers like Bach and Händel.
  • Listen to iconic albums from the 60s, such as "Dark Side of the Moon" by Pink Floyd and "Purple Rain" by Prince.
USEFUL FOR

Music enthusiasts, historians, and anyone interested in exploring the intersection of classical and rock music, as well as those seeking to understand the cultural significance of the 1960s music scene.

  • #31
honestrosewater said:
When I want something explosive, I look to Tchaikovsky or Beethoven. Who else is good here?
biber's missa salisburgensis or bach's b minor mass. the missa salisburgensis was written to be played in the salzberg cathedral which has awful acoustics, everything echoes. biber couldn't write anything too complicated or else it would just mush together, so it's more or less just random blasting with trumpets & trombones for 1hr.

For pure joy- Händel or Pachelbel's Canon in D. Others?
again, biber's missa salisburgensis & bach's b minor mass. or maybe bach's goldberg variations. i talked to a lady who listened to a lot of jazz & she liked the goldberg variations because they sounded just like little improvs, the playing/writing was so expressive.

I usually want something quieter, pensive. My favorites here are (The piano and cello are also my favorite intruments.)
Bach's Cello Suites
the cello suites is probbaly my favourite music. I've got ~23 recordings + a couple on order & they're all great in their own way. I've also got ~15 recordings of the solo violin stuff.


Do any Motown people listen to the Temptations?
no, i like syreeta
 
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  • #32
Well, here's my top ten:

1) 'Unsterblich' - Die Toten Hosen
2) 'Zombie' - The Cranberries (first single I ever bought)
3) 'MFG' - Die Fantastischen Vier
4) 'The Orginal Song of Bacardi Rum' from the Bacardi Feeling album
5) 'Razorblade Kiss' - HIM
6) 'Lemontree' - Fool's Garden
7) 'Don't Speak' - No Doubt
8) 'The Scientist (acoustic version)' - Coldplay
9) 'Reimemonster' and 'The Return of Reimemonster'- Afrob featuring Ferris MC (yeah, 2 songs, I know, but they sort of belong together)
10) 'Counting Crows' - Mr Jones

Lol, yeah, I know, not a single piece of classical music in my list, oh well... :-P
 
  • #33
Blimey - lots of Classical music here.

For me, the all time best track ever made is Sex Pistols - Anarchy in the UK

Put that on full blast on the stereo and leap around wildly..

Great stuff.

Other favourites:
Teenage kicks - The Undertones
Voodoo Chile - Hendrix
Wild Thing - The Trogs (I sing that whilst racing my motorcycle...)
White Rabbit - Jefferson Airplane (Ah those old hallucinogenic daze...
 
  • #34
honestrosewater said:
Do any Motown people listen to the Temptations?
And Gladys Knight and the Pips
Curtiss Mayfield (and the Impressions) - remember "Superfly"
Isaac Hayes - "Shaft"
The O'Jays
Aretha Franklin
Stevie Wonder
Smokey Robinson
The Four Tops

to name a few :biggrin: