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how to start collecting classical CD's

So you've acquired the taste for classical music--you find yourself humming along when you flip by Beethoven on the radio, say, or purchasing a ticket to the local chamber-music performance. But buying CDs? You take one peek the aisles and aisles of shiny jewel boxes in the Classical section at the record store, and slide back to the well-tred easy-listening area. Yes, starting a classical music collection is intimidating for newcomers, which is why this essay by on ClassicsToday.com is so useful. Author David Hurqitz provides five rules for beginners to follow as they accumulate classical recordings, everything from reading reviews to taking the time for repeated listenings of each CD. Helpful stuff to keep in mind--and it'll put a little more confidence in your step the next time you hit your neighborhood HMV.

Tue, 25 Jan 2000 08:07:29 -0800