In a message dated 11/19/2002 6:38:58 PM Eastern Standard Time, peggyh@i... writes:
> I think what I mean is that all they sing is ornament, such that the actual > tune can't be discerned. As an entertainment consumer, I have no problem > with > this. But a kid doesn't learn how to sing an actual melody by hearing only > ornaments. It's like hearing only an over-embellished da capo of a baroque > opera aria. Very enjoyable, but I only know what the tune is because the > first time through it's sung without embellishment. > >
fortunately, peggy, i think this fad is on its way out.
btw, have you ever heard the english band oasis? my wife and i both find them to be somewhat beatles-esgue. check out their song 'look back in anger'. you might be relieved to hear them if i'm correct in understanding your complaint.
mike
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