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trained-pianist
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« Reply #30 on: 21:09:02, 05-03-2007 »
It is difficult to say what one will like. Some people like Baroque period, but usually later in life. (not always).
Some people I found like electronic music and experimental music at first. Many start with Mozart's music. I found that for many people Chopin is a good composer to start their musical exploration on piano.
I met people who started with love of Debussy, Satie.
I think that your suggestion was a good one Andy D. I hope this person will explore classical music more.
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« Reply #31 on: 23:06:53, 05-03-2007 »
Early music memories for me were

...a concert of 1812 in the local Town Hall - canons for a 5 year old!
...Dad and the local Gilbert and Sullivan Society.
...finding Mum and Dad's old record collection when I went up in the loft when the ladder was left out once....

And then the violin lessons started at age 8, so quickly started listening to violin music and Radio 3.  I found it hard to sleep as a teenager, so listened to Radio3 on my radio through headphones and fell asleep to it (or even retuned to Inter Programme Radio Prague at midnight - these were the days before TTN)

Can't say why classical stuck above anything else...  I tried getting into Goth Stuff when I was a late teen (a girl was involved), but couldn't really stand the noise.

Maybe it's just fate

Tommo
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« Reply #32 on: 06:47:39, 08-02-2008 »
I believe that music(for pleasure) is best explored almost serendipitously, rather than by following a set program. I have found many great composers through: online reviews; eMusic's Magazine section (which has been extremely helpful); chance hearings; and my first trip to a professional concert 2 weeks ago, to see the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (absolutely amazing  Smiley).

Start with whatever initially captures your interest, then go to Amazon for recommendations of similar items, etc. Join up at Naxos, and read their reviews. Read quality forums, such as this one  Grin Finally, listen to Classical music radio stations, there is bound to be something that suites your fancy.
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