Charles Ives - The Unanswered Question (Strings Only)

[derdesdemden1234]

spartan117q13

I do not agree. The different instruments is indeed the original but without the instruments this piece of art is much more relax to listen to. I prefer this version.

[drmarmy]

The strings definitely convey the tremendous magnitude and eteranl nature of existence (in a more cosmic sense) and our insignificance. Charles ives original piece is a work of genius but sometimes its nice to listen to just the strings as it can help one feel better about life and look at its vastness and our tiny lives in a more positive light. Its good for the mind! The original piece is obviously unbelievable, but this is still nice.

[Frankydoesitalso]

The point of the original was that the dissonance in life is also there to be ' enjoyed'...The briefness of beauty and peace can be appreciated so much more intense if there is dissonance, upeaval and unrest lurking. Tough this is quite a nice piece to listen to, the fact that the 'ugly' parts have been removed, also throws out the balance.

[spartan117q13]

well the whole point was the different instruments representing different voices so now it's worthless

[DarkZekeX]

whats the point? if you just wanna hear that bit, why not just listen to the first section before the trumpet enters? why tamper with a genius work of music?

[SultanSamet]

I dont like that horn either ... its so unfitting. so my friend - thanks :) this give me chills every time...