Christopher Hodges’ Post

This week, in Germany, I stood in the birthplace of the musical revolution — the Beethoven-Haus in Bonn. What a profound experience to walk the very rooms where Beethoven lived and created. 🙏🏽 A rebellious spirit permeates these walls, challenging us to rethink our creative boundaries. Beethoven’s pioneering approach to reimagining orchestration, expanding musical forms, and infusing deep emotion wasn't just about music. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙩 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. From his study, where his breakthrough symphonies took form, to his salon, where his innovative chamber works first echoed, every room in this house has a story to tell. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗜 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗡𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝘆? 𝗨𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹. On my way out of Beethoven-Haus, I reflected on the nature of innovation. A true revolutionary, Beethoven challenged the status quo and pushed the boundaries of what was possible. 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝗮 𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘂𝘀. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝘀? What frontiers are we hesitant to explore? #Beethoven #Innovation #Creativity #Germany

There are seven sacred core #values that we have received from #indigenous wisdom and taught to us by artist and author Sam Bighetty on the #GCCG team, William Singer III, and many other elders. These values are central to the teachings in our bespoke #leadership workshops. A core value is humility. It means sharing and inclusion, amongst other things. We are sharing Youssef SKALLI's words of leadership this morning. #executivesandmanagement

Have you heard of "Mozart Effect"? Some researchers claim that listening to Mozart Sonata increases your spatial abilities and lifts your mood. There are also various studies that listening to classical music can help you focus. But I have also heard from various people that listening to rock or metal is their jam, especially when they are trying to do deep thinking or get a lot of work done in a short period of time. I have personally experimented with music as a background for work and it definitely helps with concentration and quality of output. However, the playlist depends on what type of work I am doing. It's rock and roll when i am crunching numbers, pop or folk when i am responding to emails or doing something light (yup, singing Taylor Swift or Abba when i am typing that message 😃 ). And when doing deep thinking or writing a document, it is classical. This is my favourite - https://lnkd.in/eU3NPGbA (Sorry Mozart fans, Beethoven does it for me 🎼) 🎶 What's your favourite background music while working, or do you prefer absolute silence? 🎶

Here's our review of the #SalzburgWindPhilharmonic's latest #Beethoven recording: The Symphony of Fate "is performed less dramatically than what one has become accustomed to. Despite the obvious absence of strings, the orchestra’s sound is clear, yet the symphony is fully complete. This in itself requires significant musical mastery, which Conductor Hansjörg Angerer displays as his recording demonstrates absolute fidelity to the composer’s vision...The recording of the Pastoral Symphony is equally true to Beethoven’s vision." https://lnkd.in/dex3egVS

Give this album a listen: Mozart: Great Mass in C minor K.427 https://lnkd.in/dmn4iTtt

This is a remarkable conversation between, Leonard Bernstein and Maximilian Schell, where Bernstein explains that Beethoven's 7th Symphony, 2nd movement can't be told to contain any real melody. It rather consists in one note being decorated with some garlands and variations. I use this masterpiece of orchestral music in my curriculum at "THE art of TALK" to explain the crucial importance of speed and rhythm when it comes to public speaking.   But in Bernstein’s explanations is more to find. He states: “There's no aspect of Beethoven in which you can say: Beethoven is great, as a melodist, a harmonist, counterpointist, a tone painter, in his orchestration. You'll find fault with all of them. If you take any one of these elements, separately, you find nobody.” And this applies to speaking: you don't have to be the greatest in any specificity, it is about the way you compose your skills and bring them into a form. Then you have everything it needs to become a great speaker. #LeonardBernstein #Beethoven7th #PublicSpeaking #RhythmAndPace #SpeakingSkills #OrchestrationInSpeech #CommunicationExcellence #MasterfulSpeaking #THEartofTALK

Anton Bruckner: The Misunderstood Genius of Symphonic Music Anton Bruckner, an Austrian composer of the Romantic era, is now celebrated for his expansive symphonies and religious compositions. However, during his lifetime, he was often criticized and even mocked, with some contemporaries branding him a fool for his unconventional musical arrangements. This article delves into the reasons behind this harsh reception and explores why Bruckner's music was misunderstood in his time. Learn the whole story here: https://lnkd.in/g2BwxuSM

Hey music lovers and puzzle enthusiasts! Can you match the notes to the composers in this classical composers word puzzle? From the elegant melodies of Mozart to the powerful symphonies of Beethoven, it's time to test your knowledge of musical genius. Join the fun and drop your guesses in the comments below! Let's unravel the harmonious mysteries together! #ComposerConundrum #SaturdaySymphonies 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆. 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀! #technology #ournewnormal #becomeknown #businessdirectory

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲: 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭'𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 Imagine a single melody that soothes your soul, lifts your spirits, and rejuvenates your mind—this is the transformative power of classical music! Our latest Classics Count show features more musical treasures and two spotlight interviews with High Wycombe Choral Society and Hemel Symphony Orchestra. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭? 𝟏) 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬: Co-presenters Martin Clarke and Heather Harrison bring award-winning broadcasting experience and a lifelong passion for classical music. Their expertise ensures a high-quality and enjoyable listening experience for both seasoned aficionados and newcomers. 𝟐) 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭: Each weekly episode guides listeners through a captivating journey in classical music. From exploring a diverse repertoire to providing insightful commentary and featuring interviews with talented musicians, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and learn. 𝟑) 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠: Classical music can significantly reduce stress, improve sleep quality, enhance concentration, and elevate overall mental health. Let the soothing melodies of Classics Count help you relax, unwind, and maintain a positive mindset. Don’t miss the latest episodes—stream them now and experience the transformative power of classical music. https://lnkd.in/ea74HHZP What’s your favourite way that music has improved your wellbeing? #Classicalmusic #Relaxation #Mindfulness

Delve into the unlikely connection between M*A*S*H's Dr. Winchester, Chinese prisoners, and a singular piece of music in our intriguing blog post, "Doctor Winchester Mozart & the Devil." Discover the power of music to transcend cultural barriers and unite unlikely companions. Embrace the unexpected harmony that emerges in the unlikeliest of places. Read the full post here: [Doctor Winchester Mozart & the Devil](https://ift.tt/VardB3k).