Hi there

[Kiont]

Hello, just started listening to Classical a few months ago, and as anybody with a decent library, I have hundreds of random classical tracks, but never payed too much attention to them.

Then I started looking for advice, and focusing on specific performances/composers, instead of just the "hits" everybody knows. Well the more I listen, every other genre becomes second.

Just hope to learn and discover more, and not burn myself out in the process.

[bhodges]

Hi Kiont, and welcome. Apparently you've been bitten by the classical bug! Enjoy your exploration - there's a great deal of pleasure ahead of you.

--Bruce

[Fafner]

Hello and welcome to the colorful and boundless world of classical music!

[kyjo]

Welcome to the forum and, even more importantly, to the wonderful world of classical music! I'm sure you'll find much to enjoy in your explorations. Don't hesitate to ask any of the many knowledgeable members of this forum if you need any guidance along your journey.

[North Star]

Welcome to the forum!
See you in the 'What are you listening to now' thread and elsewhere!

And be careful, you might burn a hole in your bank account while browsing this place

[Lisztianwagner]

Welcome and enjoy the forum!

[kyjo]

And be careful, you might burn a hole in your bank account while browsing this place

.....and I shall take the majority of the blame for that!

[Kiont]

Thanks for the warm welcome!

I've been going through this book as well
Classical Music: The 50 Greatest Composers and Their 1,000 Greatest Works.

His recommendations are very good for starters, but I think they are just the tip of the iceberg.

Welcome to the forum!
See you in the 'What are you listening to now' thread and elsewhere!

And be careful, you might burn a hole in your bank account while browsing this place

Oh it's already feeling it, have already purchased several CD's, and a subscription to B&W Society of Sound, which I give it credit for giving me the first push into classical.

[kyjo]

His recommendations are very good for starters, but I think they are just the tip of the iceberg.

Indeed! The world of classical music is more vast and varied than some sources may suggest.

[bhodges]

Classical Music: The 50 Greatest Composers and Their 1,000 Greatest Works.

His recommendations are very good for starters, but I think they are just the tip of the iceberg.

You are 100% correct. And as you can see from the various threads here, even bringing up the subject of "50 Greatest" anything causes a huge variety of opinions.

Anyway, there is an enormous universe to explore in classical music, and you should do it at your own pace, and following your own instincts.

--Bruce

[kyjo]

You are 100% correct. And as you can see from the various threads here, even bringing up the subject of "50 Greatest" anything causes a huge variety of opinions.

Anyway, there is an enormous universe to explore in classical music, and you should do it at your own pace, and following your own instincts.

--Bruce

I couldn't have said it better, Bruce! The part I bolded is especially important. You don't always have to start out with the "Three Bs" and other composers that some (wrongly) say that you "have to get to know" before you move on to other music.

[Mirror Image]

Welcome aboard! Go wherever your ear leads you.

[mc ukrneal]

Welcome and enjoy yourself!

[Que]

Thanks for the warm welcome!

I've been going through this book as well
Classical Music: The 50 Greatest Composers and Their 1,000 Greatest Works.

His recommendations are very good for starters, but I think they are just the tip of the iceberg

Please check our beginners section for more leads.  Classical Music for Beginners

Q

[Pat B]

And be careful, you might burn a hole in your bank account while browsing this place

And on that front, my advice is to take words like "essential" and "mandatory" with a huge grain of salt.

Anyway, welcome!

[The new erato]

And on that front, my advice is to take words like "essential" and "mandatory" with a huge grain of salt.

Anyway, welcome!

Incredible good advice. Words ike these may mean:

"This is the only recording of this work I don't already own."

or

"This work has never been recorded before."