on 1/28/03 11:30 PM, Ed Edwards at
edward.edwards@... wrote:
> Knowing how to read music is probably a good thing for a lot of people.
> OTOH, a lot of people who've composed some very pleasant tunes couldn't
> read, as we all know.
>
> What true music is is very difficult to define in this era. With so much
> automation and pattern development computer stuff out there the lines which
> define the term "composition" become more and more blurry.
>
> --Hey, where's Linda Dachtyl's input on this thread? Don't you TEACH music,
> Linda? :`)
>
> My 2ยข -- in general, the best music has come from trained people who read
> music and understand theory but are/were not limited by boundaries.
LOL Ed, here I am. I agree with you.
I look at music reading this way. A means to an end. We all learn to talk
before we can read or write. It doesn't mean we cannot communicate, however
being able to PRESERVE what we write and to learn quicker is what music
reading is really all about in my book.
(Don't tell any of my music ed colleagues I said this...haha)
I have learned so much from trained musicians and ear players. However, if I
was to live in a foreign country, I would need to learn the language to not
always need an interpreter around with me to translate.
Learn to read, but take your time and have patience with yourself. However,
do not belittle yourself for not having music reading skills. Take it slow.
You will be glad you did.
Linda