Are certain works more interpreter-proof than others?

Started by KevinP, August 20, 2007, 02:27:50 AM

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KevinP

It's a given that no work is completely conductor/performer-proof, but are some more than others?
And if you think some are, which works would you nominate in either category?

johnQpublic

Yes, I do.

Many years ago I got to conduct one rehearsal of my undergrad's orchestra. Of the 3 pieces I did that day, Tchaikovsky's "Capriccio Italian" played itself with little ability of myself as interpretive conductor to contribute ideas.

Bonehelm

Bach.

Even when they transcripted his toccatas/fugues/preludes/whatnot to Techno, Metal and even Rap, it still sounded great and contrapuntally complex.

jochanaan

Imagination + discipline = creativity