Classical Music Live

I enjoyed listening to the string and choir ensemble performed by the New York Baroque Incorporated, May 8. Going into the performance, I did not know what to expect because my musical experience was limited to Hip-hop songs on my iPhone. When I first walked into the Trinity Church, I was greeted by the sound of a musician tuning a harpsichord. Being the piano's predecessor, I found it interesting to learn that before performances both harpsichords and pianos need to be tuned. Also, I learned that main difference between the piano and the harpsichord is that the harpsichord remains at the same volume. Overall, I was a fan of the classical instruments because they sounded beautiful when played in harmony. And, the vocalist did a great job synchronizing with each other. Before this concert, I did know of the existence of Bach and Telemann, and I am grateful that I received the opportunity to hear their live renditions with classical pieces of instruments.

Something that I did not notice until I rewatched a taped version of the performance was that communication still occurs during a live performance. The string and choir ensemble were able to play nicely together because they focused on their sheet music and made an effort to communicate with each other through eye contact and hearing one another's music. Throughout the performance, especially when the choir sang, certain musicians would turn or make eye contact toward their partner so they could focus on their music to ensure that they were in harmony.