What kind of music do you listen to while painting?

[Claudemir Bonfim]

Originally Posted by Allan Rahbek

Bonfim,

Once, when doing some croquis drawing, the music was some Brazil or Argentine Accordion music that was very incitating. Unfortunately I did not get the musicians name. The music was rather raw and very varied. Maybe you could recommend a good accordion player ?

Allan

Allan, there are several kinds of rhythms from these players, the most famous one is "Luiz Gonzaga" and his son "Gonzaguinha" which means "little Gonzaga".
If I remember any other one, I'll let you know buddy!

[Jean Kelly]

A very eclectic mix. Today was Norah Jones, Keb Mo, Candy Dolpher, Debussy, Lyle Lovett, and Kaki King.

It changes every day.

Jean

[Jen Reinstadler]

I almost never listen to music, but I always try to have a book on tape in the cassette player. My studio transforms into "The Garden of Eden." I miss reading (I'm a young mother). And I can stay in the chair and paint much longer if I'm being entertained.

But I must admit, there are certain points in the process where I just can't listen and think at the same time. I also experience the phenomena of looking at a painting I completed long ago and remembering the book I was listening to at the time.

[Ngaire Winwood]

Great Thread Claudemir, I always listen to some type of classical. Lately it is those gorgeous young guys 'Il Divo'. I also like ambient music like Enya, Deep Forest, Engima, etc. I just love classical guitar and a bit of lute. It always depends on what I am doing and how I feel at the time. I always choose something to lift the spirit and fuel the passion. But I am thinking lately a book on tape might be interesting to try for a change, as long as it wasn't a murder mystery.

[Michele Rushworth]

I always listen to some type of classical. Lately it is those gorgeous young guys 'Il Divo'. I also like ambient music like Enya, Deep Forest, Engima, etc. I just love classical guitar and a bit of lute.

Sounds like you and I enjoy the same kinds of music. Can you recommend any specific CD's, especially any that are fairly consistent in tempo? -- ie nothing that has a sudden fast paced song in the middle of all the relaxing stuff.

[Ngaire Winwood]

Dear Michelle

Yes I have quite an interesting selection. There is one in particular a lady by the name of Dianne Doherty she is an oboist and her music is blissful and sublime. I can play it over and over and never get sick of it. I like her album 'Souvenirs' the best one I feel, it is available through ABC here in Australia but maybe available through Universal Musical Group (Classics) outside Australia. I also like Andrea Bocelli, Tony O'Connor, Adrian Ross 'Didgeridoo Dreaming' (Didgeridoo with acoustic guitar, percussion etc) (it is very moving). I also have the same as you by the sounds of it, the best ever Classical sets, the most ever peaceful sets etc and of course, Il Divo. I think my most favourite song is 'I believe' by Andrea Bocelli, 'The prayer' by same and Mama by Il Divo, and ..... Naxos brings out a lot of classical music like John Williams and the classical guitarists. I hope this helps.

[Ngaire Winwood]

Oh, I also forgot about Lovland Earthsongs 'Secret Garden' which absolutely brilliant, gentle, caressing, inspiring sublime ambient music that will take you places.

[Tricia Migdoll]

If you like Enya, try Loreena McKennitt. She will lift you even higher into the heavens.

[Ngaire Winwood]

Thanks Tricia, I will try to find her. If you hear of any more music like who I mentioned earlier, I would appreciate more suggestions. I am always on the lookout for new and interesting music.

[Ngaire Winwood]

Thanks Tricia, I will try to find her. Do you know where she is from?

If you hear of any more music like who I mentioned earlier, I would appreciate more suggestions. I am always on the lookout for new and interesting music.