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What Listeners Write About
Compact Discoveries
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"A master impresario, Fred Flaxman is the cleverest, most friendly host you could hope for." "Compact Discoveries is one of
the best programs on public radio. I am grateful to Fred Flaxman
for changing my husband's mind about classical music. He enjoys
listening to Compact Discoveries. Fred makes the music
accessible and understandable to everyone." "Accidentally
discovered your Compact Discoveries - what nice music I can hear during
my evenings by a computer. Now I'm listening one hour a day, spending
more evenings with you and your music. Thanks a lot for your
effort. If only there will be more hours for hearing!" I am the Music Therapist at the Wealshire and the Ponds and I find your programs a huge inspiration. While Music Therapy training includes 4 semesters of Music History, because I was not a "classical music" fan while growing up, I don't have a huge knowledge of the great pieces out there. Thank you so much for compiling such interesting thematic programs to give me a starting point for my monthly Classical Composers Club meetings. Without you, I would surely be reduced to simply discussing the biographies and most famous pieces of the most famous composers. You've given me such greater scope. I'm truly grateful! -- Patricia Little, Lincolnshire, Illionis "Just
a note to tell you how much I enjoyed today's program on introducing
classical music to teenagers while trying to remain sane. Your
selections were excellent (particularly liked Bernstein's "Candide"
overture, one of my personal favorites) and your commentary rang all
too true. I'm retired now and speak from experience: your advice
to treat my teenager like the family cat is absolutely on target!"
"My
husband and I just finished listening to your presentation of Touzet's
piano music. You did such a classy, elegant, interesting and
wonderful presentation! ... You have a great voice and delivery and
made Touzet and his music come alive." "We think your personal, accessible approach to classical music
will not only appeal to existing audiences, but will also help
attract new and younger listeners to classical music radio stations." "Just listened to your program here in Concord, N.H., on WCNH
and was delighted to hear the great music and the recognition
that Leroy Anderson is finally getting." "Fred Flaxman makes a good companion for the pleasures of classical music. He's
knowledgeable with a light touch." "Compact Discoveries entertains, amuses and captivates--while
at the same time giving listeners a lot to think about... Some
people remain committed to the past, others want to break new
ground and establish new ways to think about music and its connection
to the human spirit. Compact Discoveries will ultimately
reach the audiences that so deserve to hear it. Once they do,
they'll be hooked."
"I have been listening to your
Compact Discoveries now
for about seven months here in Collage Station, Tex.
and just wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed the selections
you have shared with us listeners. I receive your show on
KAMU-FM here and hope that we can continue to receive your
show in the future. ...I particularly enjoyed you recent show on the
Leroy Anderson music." "I just heard your program Compact Discoveries this evening
on KWAX, from Eugene, Oregon, about Leroy Anderson. I found the
program very interesting and hope I can remember to tune in to
it more often. ... Thank you for enhancing my appreciation of
the many ways music can be presented." --Michael Johnson, San Francisco, California "I really enjoyed the music and the info delivered with it..." "...I rarely listen in the evening and just happened upon your
program ... You may have made a convert. And thanks for the fun." "Oh, Fred. What have you done. I have been hugely enjoying the
CD series of yours on KWAX-FM out of Eugene ... However, I may
never be able to consider Carmina Burana in the same way ever
again. Yes -- I heard the music for backrubs program." "YOU HAVE THE BEST PROGRAM on WXEL! Yes, you do! You know something
about what you're talking about -- and can even pronounce the
names of the performers. How Rare! THANKS. And, PLEASE stay on
the air!" "Your giving us Leroy Anderson's greatest hits brought me much
joy... The Blue Tango -- wow! Couldn't turn off car radio;
let my dog out by himself to run on the beach. The Bell of
the Ball wonderful too! Thank you so much!" "This is to let you know how much I enjoy your program and how
impressed I am with its content. It comes as a breath of fresh
air in an otherwise predictable and redundant recycling of music
from the past.. Your thematic ideas are unique, original and hosted
with intelligence and scholarliness. Stay with it. Your program
is the best musical event of the season. Many thanks." "I caught your delightful program for the first time here in
Eugene, Oregon on KWAX on April 21st 2004. I was enchanted by
your opening
and very amusing soliloquy about "dishwashing" and the
music you could use for this activity. My question (or request)
is MAY I GET A COPY OF YOUR OPENING WORDS ABOUT DISHWASHING???
My husband was in the hospital at the time and didn't hear it.
I want him to hear it too!" "I have been listening to your program for many weeks, I rush
back from golf so that I can rest and listen to your surprises.
It is such a pleasure to be able to turn off TV and just listen.
Thanks again and keep up the good work." "Caught your program quite by trial and error on WXEL FM, West
Palm Beach, Fla., last week. I LOVE IT! . Your choices were like
a breath of fresh air. .I hope you'll be on more frequently." "You have one of the best programs on NPR here in south Florida;
enjoy the commentary most. A few weeks ago you played several
CDs of guitar music by a South American, they were marvelous and
I would love to get them. Could you please help with his name
and the company that issues them? Thanks mucho." "I heard part of today's program Compact Discoveries
(which featured Leroy Anderson) and I loved it." "Loved The Lone Ranger, Sergeant Preston and The Big Story.
Very good program. It brought back memories.. Keep up the good
work. I never did know about Reznicek and am pleased to have listened
today." "Thanks for the great program on WXEL, FM highlighting Villa-Lobos.
I've been a fan of his music for a long time and it was exciting
to hear some of the music that I don't have on disc." "I wanted to thank you especially for the program today on Leroy
Anderson. Of course, as are most people, I was familiar with almost
every piece, but could not for the life of me remember the composer.
Because you played all of these wonderful pieces together, I was
able to realize just how talented he was, and now I won't forget
his name when I hear those memorable gems. I hope you will do
this more often (if you haven't already): devote an entire program
to one composer or musician. It really helps place the work, etc.,
in a more meaningful context." "I hope to become a regular listener of Compact Discoveries
on WXEL. I have also discovered your website, which appears to
have considerable interesting information." "Am really enjoying the Compact Discoveries programs..
Your research, commentary and pronunciation of difficult foreign
language titles are
wonderful. I particularly like the humorous vein in which it is
presented. This series is destined for greatness!" "Compact Discoveries, with Fred Flaxman, is a fine addition
to WXEL programming. The format presents classical music in a
fresh and engaging way. I especially enjoy the programs that introduce
music of lesser known composers, and I loved the recent "Music
for Backrubs"!" "My whole family absolutely loved Compact Discoveries.
We are Cuban and had not heard that kind of music since childhood.
Thank you so much for such a wonderful show!" "What a great musical pleasure it was for me to listen to your
March 3rd Compact Discoveries program highlighting Schubert's
chamber music. You have distinguished WXEL in the field of classical
music by your willingness to explain to your listeners the meaning
of such important musical terms as "arpeggione." Thank
you for giving me and your other listeners these rare moments
of musical appreciation and enjoyment. P.S. This program is but
one example of your ability to bring classical music to young
people. Congratulations!" "While driving in the Palm Beach area in late December, I listened
to your radio program about the use of classical music in old
radio shows, such as The Shadow and The Lone Ranger. Thank you
for a fascinating radio program." "Thank you for helping to keep classical music alive in South
Florida." "I loved the Compact Discoveries Hanukkah program!" "I love your show." "I truly enjoy listening to your program, Compact Discoveries.
In the program guide you state, "a light approach to serious
music." At first I was wary; frequently "light approaches"
tend to oversimplify.. However, I was pleasantly surprised! Besides
enjoying the music, I learn something new.. Thank you for hours
of joyful listening." "Your program is just wonderful!" "I discovered your show last night rather accidentally at 7:30
and enjoyed it.. I wonder if you would be good enough to tell
me what the selections were that you played in that half hour?
As I was in my pool and hadn't brought pen and paper out with
me, I couldn't write them down when you announced them. And I
enjoyed them.. Thanks so much." "I am sorry it has taken me so long to tell you how much I enjoyed
your program on Louis Moreau Gottschalk on April 21. He's been
a favorite of my husband and mine for many years.. I love your
program. Keep up the good work! Thank you." "I was really excited when for the first time I was introduced
to a recording of Mr. Gottschalk. His music is magical and you
did a wonderful job of presenting it. You gave a little backround
information of the composers life, which always gives the listener
more insight into why, where and how. Please keep up the good
work. I will pass on the info re your station ,and hope that you
receive lots of positive feed back. Thank you. An avid listener." "Compact Discoveries is informative, entertaining, and
highly personal. I wish WXEL had more programs like yours." Add your reaction to this list by sending an e-mail message to Compact Discoveries .
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