ooh, _really_ have to second jeff's assertion here. in a big way.
just recently i attended a rather interesting (or should i say at least
a _seemingly_ interesting) series held at the creative time exhibitions
in brooklyn, ny, which consisted of a theremin performance, an internet
battle between deadbeat and monolake, and various other dj/performers.
once the theremin performance began, the space began to fill up, with a
number of people standing where i was (about ten feet from the impromptu
podium) in makeshift 'rows', and the rest scattered about the exhibits,
small bar, and area towards the back. at this point i would estimate
roughly 100-150 people were in attendance. and with just scattershot
observations, i noticed virtually none of them were quiet—most were
engaged in conversation that resulted in the theremin mix (and backing
rhythms) rendered moot as the entire performance was swathed in a most
unappetizing coat of vocal din.
i am amazed at this behavior myself. it seems as if the very practice of
attending live music events is nothing more than an excuse to socialize.
fine, but must the socializing take place during the performance (and in
front of the performer)? i should add that the promoters hosting these
events need to make a concerted effort to preach respect and quiet
during their performer's sets. after all, isn't that why the whole event
exists in the first place?
personally, had it been me up on the dais, i would have been nothing if
not angry and frustrated that most of what i was playing was going more
or less unnoticed. this continued disrespect to the artists is something
that has gotten way out of hand—and no one seems to be raising much of
an issue about it. is there any reason why the artists themselves fail
to discourage such behavior? or is it just another example of degrading
values in our society that has led to similar disrespect in movie
theaters, libraries, etc. and disrespect that appears to be widely
tolerated...
suffice to say, since the din at the above show failed to diminish, i
ended up leaving shortly after the theremin performance.
there's definitely a problem here.
darrenb
Mxyzptlk wrote:
quoted 25 lines if you don't like it don't go......>
>>
>> if you don't like it don't go......
>> maybe it's a good idea just to stay at home and
>> listen to your records... it'll give the people who
>> actually enjoy the music a shorter wait at the bar
>> and a little more breathing space on the floor.
>>
>
> And PLEASE, if you *do* go, don't get into groups of people who
> couldn't care less about what's transpiring through the PA and see how
> loud you can talk. Some of like to go to listen to the performance. I
> know that is a controversial issue, but believe it or not, there are
> all kinds of places you can go and talk loudly in groups. I'm always
> amazed when I go to shows and see how few people seem to be there for
> the show.
>
> jeff
>
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