Verbalism Personified

Something Sublime

It's one thirty in the office and the usual hustle and bustle have left for lunch.

Just outside my window, looking at the pouring rain brings a sense of tranquility. But it is really the work of Bach's French Suites filling the air that sets a mood that is serene and sublime.

There is mathematical precision in all of Bach's compositions, especially with his solo works for violin, cello and piano.

Books have been written on the subject by mathematicians and musicologists alike. No doubt that Bach Senior was trying to work around the technical limitations in keyboard instruments of the period. In doing so, he infused his works with qualities that would be used today to aid learning, settle the mind and inspire.

Briefly looking back on the days when Jenny and I would spend some Saturday or Sunday just listening, Bach brings tranquility to the thunder and rain. A brief respite before the long haul for the rest of the work day.

posted by Teutoburg @ 1:27 PM