Nostalgia and Melancholy

[The Hawk]

With the introduction of hi-res Cat Stevens recently, I thought of buying the download, and realized what a great songwriter he was, but I've hesitated. When Tea For The Tillerman came out, it was a sad time in my life. So I'd like the music in my collection, and yet it's so hard for me to listen to now, so I'm going to pass. It's tough, such great music, but I can't listen to it anymore. Anyone else have these issues with great older music?

 

Dave

 

[baxtus]

One of the amazing things about music is its ability to evoke both joy and pain, to offer comfort or be the tormentor.

 

I remember my son going through the break up of one his most significant friendships saying "But all that music! I'll never be able to listen to it again, and the music is so beautiful. . .) It broke my heart to listen to him.

 

I have had similar experiences and I feel for you, The Hawk. .

 

[The Hawk]

Thanks for your reply!

 

Dave