Joachim Krueger: “I recently suggested that having a bad conscience is foolish. … Believing that a bad conscience is for suckers, I must also believe that regret is. Before closing the book, let’s take another look, shall we? Let’s not dismiss lightly a sentiment as pervasive and fundamental as regret.”
Tag: 09.25.10
Republic Of Georgia Cancels NY Philharmonic Trip
“The called-off performances will cost the orchestra hundreds of thousands of dollars, and they add another setback to its efforts to be a world-traveling band.”
Are Smartphones Killing The Live Experience?
“At most concerts these days, when the houselights go down, the tiny glowing screens go up. As more fans mark the moments with smartphones, cameras and pocket-sized video recorders, a new kind of digital divide is emerging. Music lovers who try to document and share the essence of concerts are squaring off against those who think that just defeats the purpose. The debate is drawing participants from both sides of the stage.”