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Movie Soundtracks
I have seen two excellent movies recently, and both had excellent soundtracks so I thought I would share:
Slumdog Millionaire, winner of multiple awards at the Golden Globes, is definitely one of the year’s best films. The film is superbly enhanced by the amazing soundtrack, with songs by M.I.A. and A.R. Rahman, one of Bollywood’s best soundtrack engineers. The frenetic and energetic Mumbai, India is shot beautifully on film and the accompanying music could not fit more perfectly.
Waltz With Bashir, the… More »
Top 15 New York Concerts 2008
Well, I suppose it is time for a Top 10–or 15–list, right? Let’s start with my Top 15 New York concerts from 2008. Of course, these are only culled from concerts that I attended so I’m sure everyone has their own list. Post yours in the comments!
Runner-Up. Man Man and Yeasayer at Brooklyn Masonic Temple on 4/11. I couldn’t leave this show off my list because it really was a great night. Man Man were entertaining and energetic as always… More »
Max Richter at (le) Poisson Rouge
I finally made my way over to the new(ish) venue (le) Poisson Rouge in the West Village. Let me tell you it is niiiice. I love the decor, from the painting on the walls to the cloth covered chairs, and the sight lines and sound are great. This was all helped by the fact that I was seeing the uncomparable Max Richter with a string quintet. The music was so beautiful I found myself emotionally moved several times. My favorite… More »
Wordless Music Series
If you’re unaware of the Wordless Music Series, than you are missing out. The series pairs rock and electronic musicians with more traditional classical and chamber music performers, demonstrating “that the various boundaries and genre distinctions segregating music today…are an artificial construction in need of dismantling.” The shows usually take place at the Good Shepherd Faith Church, the Church of St. Paul the Apostle, or the Society for Ethical Culture, all of which provide an intimate, inspirational setting. Past performers… More »