24-05-2011, 14:11
In my opinion, "classical music" is more of an umbrella term than definition of the genre. I mean, if you take a composition by Stravinsky and one by second-rate composer of saloon music, there's a huge difference. People should realize that not all pieces are equally great and classical music isn't in any sense better than all the music that was composed other day. Some composers definitely had more talent than others, but even they had great works, good works and mediocre works, and compared to the best pop songs, the latter give ground.
Talking about rock music, there are bands that deserve every ounce of appreciation they got. Say, Pink Floyd or King Crimson. A number of progressive rock bands can be considered classical music in future, but it can't be said about those which were formed with a merely purpose of capturing the chicks' attention. I think we don't need to bother about what music could be considered classical - the time will judge. Many composers were unknown in vivo, but now everyone has heard their names - just because they were dedicated to what they did and believed that no one will do it better than them.
Talking about rock music, there are bands that deserve every ounce of appreciation they got. Say, Pink Floyd or King Crimson. A number of progressive rock bands can be considered classical music in future, but it can't be said about those which were formed with a merely purpose of capturing the chicks' attention. I think we don't need to bother about what music could be considered classical - the time will judge. Many composers were unknown in vivo, but now everyone has heard their names - just because they were dedicated to what they did and believed that no one will do it better than them.
