As I remember from class, there was a huge uproar against electronica, punk rock, and the like. I however, will have to disagree. In my opinion, the invention of electronic music is quite genius. The whole process is so mathematical that one has to give appreciation to how much thinking has been dedicated to the creation of such notes. Of course, all musical instruments involve some sort of mathematical calculation to be created, but to be able go grasp these notes on a virtual level, place them beside one another, and create a melody for any amount of time is very intriguing.
Another reason I have a fascination with this type of music is the fact that the variations of sound are unlimited. Although there are only a few sounds available at the beginning of its movement, electronic music has since then exploded into dozens of genres, each promoting their own unique sounds. With traditional musical instruments, musicians are usually limited to only a few ways of playing, and it usually takes years and years to master those few skills. however, with the introduction of electronic music, experimentation is valued above practice, and thus this becomes a type of music that never stops growing and maturing.
I say that without a distaste towards the older music. I used to play piano and sing opera, and my brother plays the violin, so my love for these classical instruments are still deep rooted within me. I just wish there would be more acceptance on either sides towards each other.
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