Silence Brings Us Together | Defector
Briefly

The article shares the author's internal struggle with mental health and their reliance on the computer for work, highlighting the importance of stepping out into the world. The turning point came from attending a New York Philharmonic concert, where they experienced Claude Debussy's La Mer. The author expresses a lack of formal education in classical music but appreciates the emotional connection made through live performance. The concert's softer dynamics, as noted by a critic, significantly impacted the listening experience, emphasizing the beauty of delicate passages in music over louder sections.
In my experience, stepping away from the digital noise into live music, especially with the New York Philharmonic, cultivates a deeper emotional connection.
Attending the New York Philharmonic concert, I found that the delicate passages and silent moments resonated more profoundly than the louder sections of the performance.
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