"Music Selection" Criteria

I am currently running a project to introduce music on social media and my blog. As a musician and a listener, my intention is to share deep and beautiful music.

The selection is based on balancing the four points below:

1. Objective Value (Macro, Context, History)

2. Subjective Value (Micro, Personal Taste)

3. General Value (Pleasantness, Accessibility, Appeal)

4. Specialized Value (Innovation, Depth, Knowledge)

While there are no ‘absolute’ classics (standards) in music, there are works and philosophies of musicians that are considered important throughout the history of music. At the same time, each individual's personal taste plays a crucial role in shaping history and culture. Relying solely on objective facts reduces music to a mere study of history rather than music itself.

For example, I chose Mompou's Angelico as the first piece because it has objective value while being relatively unknown, and I personally have been influenced by it as a musician. It was selected with the overall balance in mind. I plan to start with works that lean towards objective value and gradually introduce pieces that lean towards my personal preferences and influences. Currently, the first part is the "For Piano," but I plan to expand the scope to all genres.

Currently, I am selecting one piece per composer and performer. However, since composers like Bach and Beethoven, as well as performers like Gould and Argerich, have a vast repertoire, some overlap is likely to occur. Rather than judging music based on the composer or musician, I plan to review music itself.