Hello listers - please bear with this double posting. In regards to the issue of back
strain, when I returned to college after 4 years out, I had quite the time with my
back. One solution was a cylindrical foam cushion placed in the lumbar region that
helped me maintain adequate posture, and provided support for my back. I am an off
the leg player, and I second the suggestion that that be tried if the person[s] who
initiated this discussion is an on the leg type. I also very firmly say that if you
know you are going to be using those horrid metal chairs, bring your own. Several
players in the local symphony do, and everyone understands why. We must safeguard our
health and do what we have to in our physical environments to maintain our playing
ability.
Now, onto the issue of classical or concert music and its popularity. Opera is one
segment of the concert music spectrum that has seen audience growth in recent years,
and you know who is the largest growing demographic? Punk rock afficionados. Recent
studies have shown that young people and those in their late 20's early 30's are
beginning to see that opera has a lot going for it, and making connections between the
attitudes expressed in their preferred music and those of opera, e.g. rebellion
against authority, murder, mayhem, going against society for love, etc. I don't know
how to make the crossover from opera enjoyment to straight symphonic music, but if
they attend opera, something should be possible to bring them to the concert hall.
thanks for listening,
Paxmaha
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